Author Archives: robertgarfield
Exploring Masculinity and Men’s Groups in Prague October, 2018
Raise your hand if you can read this book cover! I couldn’t, and it’s my book. The book is “Breaking the Male Code.” It was picked up by psychologist Martin Jara and published in the Czech Republic. Martin and I … Continue reading
Preventing Gun Violence: Step 1
Psychologist and historian, Lloyd deMause (1) points out that boys’ problems with aggression and lack of impulse control is more connected to the lack of tender nurturance, physical touch and verbal cooing they receive as infants rather than testosterone levels … Continue reading
#1 Men’s Friendships Today When I was a boy, I was fascinated by Greek mythology, stories about heroes -some with superpowers -and the bold lessons of courage and daring they portrayed. One of my favorites was of Damon and Pythias, … Continue reading