What Does "Be a Man" Really Mean? | Mazin Jamal | TEDxSoMa

The current standards and expectations of manhood have an undeniable impact on our relationships and our society. Inspired by the courage and vulnerability of women and survivors in the #metoo movement, Mazin Jamal shares his struggles with manhood, mistakes he's made, and the steps he's taking to learn and grow. Mazin Jamal is a professional coach, musician and community organizer. He supports visionary leaders, change-makers and teams to live from their values and cultivate a joyous resilience. He is the founder of Holistic Underground, a leadership and community development non profit. Upon receiving feedback from from lovers and friends that he was not always holding his power and privilege with integrity in his early twenties, Mazin experienced a humbling reminder that the journey never ends. This inspired a renewed dedication to personal growth, with a focus on masculinity and manhood. Though he often wears the hat of teacher, coach or leader, in this domain he identifies as a student guided by these questions: how can I lead a life of integrity and service, even having made these mistakes? How can I support other men to join me in this journey? This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx