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Synopsis
There is undeniably a macho side to most men--a great majority come to adulthood conditioned to be tough. They jockey for dominance even when it in unnecessary, often hide the softer parts of their humanity, and have difficulty expressing their innermost feelings. They can too easily be sexual without live or concern, slip quite readily into anger and violence, and struggle to relate with sensitivity to their spouses, children, or friends. However, there is also a softer side and--as they grow up--many men acquire some highly positive assets. These include self-reliance, the ability to withstand hardship and pain, and the tendency to the calm in the face of challenge or danger. Most men know how to express love by doing things for others and take their role as breadwinners seriously. Plus, they tend to be successful as problem-solvers and leaders. According to Thomas Hart, the challenge for men is to overcome the limitations of the macho side of manhood and learn to draw upon the full range of their emotional capabilities. Only by doing this can they truly become whole men. In this practical book, Hart draws upon his several decades of experience as therapist and spiritual guide to men to lay out in practical terms the transition that men need to make in order to realize this hope. Written for men, WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A MAN? shows readers how to develop into the fullness of male humanity. In practical terms, it shows readers how to heal the wounds of boyhood, recover the world of feeling, humanize aggression and sexuality, find their true selves, develop their spirituality, and grow in intimacy with those they love.
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Thomas Hart, Ph.D., is a therapist, spiritual guide, and theology professor living with his wife in Seattle WA. He has authored twelve books including The First Two Years of Marriage, Christian Foundations, and Spiritual Quest.
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For men who are disillusioned with the "macho" model of being a "real man," this book provides a life-giving alternative. -- Wilkie Au, Associate Professor of Theological Studies, Loyola Marymount University
Having read in this area for over twenty years, I must say that this is an insightful book. -- Richard Rohr, O.F.M., Center for Action and Contemplation, Albuquerque, NM
What Does It Mean To Be a Man? is honest, earthy, and both psychologically and spiritually sound. -- Wendy M. Wright, Ph.D., Professor of Theology, John C. Kenefick Faculty Chair in the Humanities, Creighton University, Omaha, NE
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- PublisherPaulist Press
- Publication date2004
- ISBN 10 0809141671
- ISBN 13 9780809141678
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number1
- Number of pages152
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