Sunday Assembly Silicon Valley

The Action Team minus one!

Our culture is saturated with confusing and conflicting messages about manhood, from Hollywood heroes to social media influencers. These myths of toughness, dominance, and emotional stoicism have shaped generations and left many men disconnected from themselves and others. What have we lost by trying to 'man up'? Instead, tenderness, play, and presence can be reclaimed as strengths, helping us move beyond stereotypes. By unpicking this inherited narrative, we can build a more thoughtful and supportive future.

Our brains have a negativity bias—a tendency to focus on the bad that serves as a survival mechanism to detect threats. However, this tendency can strain our relationships and prevent us from living our best lives. The antidote is gratitude. You can get in the habit of practicing gratitude by participating in ! To do so, write one thing you're thankful for every day this month.