On my personal YouTube channel, DIWRECKTOR, I discuss politics through the lens of mindfulness and DBT skills. I explore current events from underrepresented perspectives, seeking understanding and nuance with curiosity.
Nobody Cares About Trans Men
Since the early 2010’s, transgender people have been gaining more and more public visibility. We hear about them in the news, on social media, and watch lawmakers debate about their existence. But for some reason, the focus is always on trans women. Isn’t it strange how trans men don’t get much attention? Why does it seem like Nobody Cares About Trans Men?
Finding Wisdom in Modern Politics
This is information age techno-oligarchy. Formality? Nah brother, I’d rather cheer on my candidate as he verbally berates his opponent like a UFC fighter at a weigh-in.
Everything is burning, and nobody knows what to do.
Let’s try to find some wisdom in this mess – utilizing therapy skills to create balance between emotion and reason.
Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction
2:10 – Part One: Leaning on Emotion
3:18 – Trump
6:52 – Trans Panic!
11:29 – Abortion
13:36 – Hasan Piker
17:12 – The Problem With Pure Emotionality
17:39 – Part Two: Leaning on Reason
17:44 – Ben Shapiro
19:50 – The ACA & Obamacare
23:11 – COVID-19
24:57 – The Problem With Pure Logic
25:30 – Part Three: What Makes A Movement Wise?
27:17 – Part Four: Who Has A Wise Mind?
27:47 – Judy Heumann & The Disability Rights Movement
32:13 – Dr MLK & The Civil Rights Movement
34:57 – Summary
35:44 – Credits