In this episode of The Relaxed Male, we explore the concept of being offended and discuss strategies to stop taking offense. As the host, my mission is to assist men in overcoming various challenges they face in their lives and finding happiness. I express my gratitude towards a listener who sent equipment to improve the sound quality of the podcast and mention an upcoming coaching session where individuals can share their issues. We begin by defining being offended as feeling hurt or insulted due to a perceived wrong. I explain that being easily offended has become a prevalent issue in today’s society, with people using offense as a weapon.
I highlight the importance of teaching younger generations that disagreement and discourse are valuable and that being offended often stems from a victim mentality. Additionally, I discuss how societal avoidance of sensitive topics has contributed to the rise of easily being offended. To illustrate the subjectivity of perception, I reveal that I see the sky as blue due to the interaction between sunlight and nitrogen in the air. I detail how discussions and disagreements can be influenced by emotions and personal biases. Drawing from personal experiences, I explain how expressing controversial ideas on social media can provoke strong reactions. I share my belief that government assistance can create dependency and discourage financial independence, based on my own experience and observations.
To overcome being easily offended, I emphasize the importance of understanding the root of our emotions and embracing emotional adulthood. Rather than becoming defensive or angry when faced with differing opinions, I advocate for having mature conversations grounded in facts. Active listening and seeking to understand others’ perspectives are key to effective communication. I assert that having differing views is acceptable, as long as mutual respect is maintained. By choosing our emotional responses and exposing ourselves to diverse viewpoints, we can become less easily offended.
Further in the podcast, I discuss the significance of becoming comfortable with discomfort and controlling our emotions. I assert that nobody truly cares about these issues except for those directly involved, and each person’s purpose and perspective are unique. I encourage listeners to share the episode with others who may benefit from learning how to navigate being easily triggered or offended.
To support the movement, I encourage sharing the podcast on social media platforms and spreading the message of creating a community of strong men dedicated to positive change. I express gratitude for the support and urge listeners to subscribe to the show to receive new episodes every Thursday.
00:00:00 The Art of Not Being Offended
00:00:57 Helping Men Overcome Suffering and Find Relaxation
00:02:37 Improved Sound Quality Thanks to a Listener’s Gift
00:04:59 October 14th: Try Coaching and Get Coached
00:07:06 Why Being Offended is Out of Control
00:13:21 The Science Behind the Blue Sky
00:16:04 Controversial Views on Poverty and Government Assistance
00:23:29 Embracing Different Views in Relationships
00:26:39 Building Bridges and Exposing Yourself to Different Perspectives
00:29:35 The Importance of Individual Perspective and Letting Others Be
00:33:22 Uniting Strong Men to Change the World
What is being offended?
Offended
dictionary.com
- feeling or expressing hurt, indignation, or irritation because of a perceived wrong or insult:
The man replied in an offended voice, “My niece would never do anything like that!”- being the recipient or victim of criminal or morally repugnant behavior:
After the referral agent and the offender speak, the offended individual is invited to speak about how the assault affected them.
Now These days the act of being offended is getting way out of hand.
Why is Ofeended so out of control?
- We barred sensitive topics
- There are too many nice guys
- The get-along gang
What is Being Offended
- Its a thought
What is needed to stop being offended
- Seek first to understand
- Get out of Emotional Childhood
- expose yourself to other views
- accept that no one really cares
- Understand that you are not the most important person in the room.
