Takes you on a journey to cultivate yourself mentally, physically, and
spiritually to become the archetypal Higher Man
- Explores the archetypal and classical male ideal found in ancient
societies around the world
- Examines some of the problems facing men in the world today and
shares practices to develop yourself in the face of these problems
- Provides techniques for developing your thinking and focus,
overcoming fear, relaxing tension in your body, and developing a
self-image more appropriate to who you are and aspire to be
Ancient and classical societies have always had an ideal of manhood. In
Japan, the samurai cultivated not only the art of the sword but also
poetry, calligraphy, and spiritual practice. In Confucianism, the ideal
man was the Chun-Tzu (the Higher Man), who cultivated both the arts of
war and the arts of peace. And in medieval Europe, the knight lived by
the comparable code of chivalry. Such men, considered both warriors and
mystics, exempli ed wholeness. Yet today, men exist in a chaotic world
without role models, guidance, or a sense of the sacred masculine.
Exploring how to reconnect with the archetypal male ideal and develop
the different sides of your being, author Angel Millar offers a journey
of self-development to help cultivate yourself as a whole--mentally,
physically, and spiritually. He examines some of the problems facing men
in the world today--lack of strong friendships, distractingtechnology,
constant criticism--and shares practices to develop yourself in the face
of these problems. He shares techniques for enhancing your focus,
overcoming fear, integrating your shadow, developing inner silence, and
creating a self-image more appropriate to who you are and who you aspire
to be. He also explores the importance of relaxing tension in your body
to help you break free from pattern-induced behavior and self-defeating
thoughts embedded through muscle memory.
Examining in uential gures both contemporary and historical like Steve
Jobs and Swami Vivekananda, powerful myths from East and West such as
the tale of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, warrior and brotherhood
traditions as well as literature and fine art, this guide will help you
discover your inner sacred masculine, a better understanding of the
world and your place in it, and ultimately how to become a confident,
strong, and dynamic contemporary higher man and a leader in your own
life.
