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May 2021
58m 52s

Overcoming the Comfort Crisis

THE ART OF MANLINESS
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Our world has never been more convenient and comfortable. With just a few taps of our fingers, we can order food to our door, access endless entertainment options, and keep our climate at a steady 72 degrees. We don't have to put in much effort, much less face any risk or challenge, in order to sustain our daily lives. In some ways, this quantum leap in huma ... Show More
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