Topic: Conscription

While acknowledging the utility of military discipline and integrity, Ben Price argues against mandatory conscription as a fix for societal issues. Instead, he advocates for "conscious initiation," a deliberate process where men are taught what it means to be a man and how to handle life's stresses. He credits a personal coach with helping him elevate his own level of integrity and power.

The concept of universal male privilege is challenged by statistics on suicide, homelessness, and violence, as well as the reality of military conscription in conflicts like the war in Ukraine. In the corporate world, establishing men's well-being networks, such as those at KPMG, has historically faced resistance due to a lack of understanding regarding male-specific struggles. True intersectionality requires recognizing the unique disadvantages faced by different groups, including white working-class boys.