The quickest way to create a boy or man who lacks compassion is to judge and shame his feelings.
Michael GurianOur contemporary society is experimenting with the diminishment of caregivers for children. Some children are raised through crucial stages of life by only one person. This one person, who strives to give the best, may be overwhelmed, busy, trying to raise many children. And even in homes with two parents, many children are essentially alone.
Michael GurianMaking fun of guys to get them to perform and prove themselves, that's always going to exist. But we have to equally celebrate them and empower them.
Michael GurianFather's Day is hopefully a time when the culture says, 'this is our moment to look at who our men and boys are.'
Michael Gurian