In this episode, I speak with Dr. Joel Vos. Dr. Vos is a psychologist, philosopher, researcher, lecturer, existential therapist, author, speaker, artist and chair of IMEC International Meaning Events & Communities.

In this conversation, we discuss his book The Economics of Meaning In Life: Capitalist Life Syndrome to Meaning-Oriented Economy. We discuss the current mental health crisis caused by our sick society. We also explore the capitalist life syndrome, functionalism, the difference between self-help and self-care and the importance of a meaning-oriented life. Although Dr. Vos' research has not explicitly addressed masculinity, we talk about some of the implications of his research for modern conceptions of masculinity. 

If you'd like to connect with Dr. Vos check out his website: https://joelvos.com

To buy the book we discuss: https://www.amazon.com/Economics-Meaning-Life-Capitalist-Meaning-Oriented/dp/1939686571