My desire for belonging has been constantly worn down by a disappointment at the rewards of actual belonging. The metaphors all held true; all that glitters, the grass being greener, I kept traversing dividers hoping for fulfillment.

The reticence I have felt in memberships of all organizations rises to the top again as I ask myself: is this something I want to be part of? Can I temper my criticism so as to be open minded? Do I want to subject myself to criticism? Do I want to go out of my way to make incremental gains towards a positive yet still nebulous goal? Read the original article here: https://goodmenproject.com/social-justice-2/activism-and-membership-in-the-club-of-men-cmtt/