"You faced your biggest fear. You're free. You are now a man."

I’m willing to bet you weren’t told these words as a child. Most of us weren’t. But ancient tribes understood something we’ve forgotten today: the importance of knowing who you are, where you come from, and what you’re capable of. They knew how to create solid men through Rites of Passage—trials that taught young boys to trust themselves, face their deepest fears, and emerge transformed.

The Rite of Passage You Missed

In many ancient cultures, this journey began as soon as a child could understand a story. They would hear terrifying tales about a devil—how frightening he looked, how dangerous he was, and that if this devil attacked, they must fight with everything they had or they were doomed. The story built up a deep fear in the young boy’s mind.

When the time came for him to transition into manhood, the tribe would act out this tale. The mother would dramatically protest as the father "dragged" the boy away for a walkabout—a journey where the boy would confront this fear.

After days of walking, when the boy least expected it, the father would sneak away, don the terrifying mask of the devil, and stage a physical attack on his son. The boy, filled with fear, would have to fight back as if his life depended on it.

They wrestled. It was intense—a fight for the boy’s life and soul. The father made it just barely winnable, pushing the boy to bring out everything he had. And when it was over, the father removed the mask and said, “Congratulations. You faced your greatest fear. There’s nothing left to fear. You’re free. You are now a man.”

The boy learned a life-altering lesson: he had faced his worst nightmare and survived. There was nothing left to fear.

The Loss of the Rite of Passage

We’ve all missed out on this kind of experience. Many of us were raised by single mothers or absent fathers. Instead of going through a Rite of Passage, we were raised by schools, television, and video games. And even if our fathers were there, doing the best they could, we’ve inherited generations of wounds, fears, and limiting beliefs passed down through generations.

The scripture says, “The sins of the fathers fall upon the sons for seven generations.” That’s the conditioning we’ve all carried with us—an operating system riddled with viruses, handed down by those who came before us. But here’s the key: we are not victims to any of this. We have the power to break free.

With everything we have access to today, compared to 30 years ago, there’s so much more available to us.

The real question is, will you keep running the old program?

Will you keep playing the victim, blaming your tribe, your upbringing, your circumstances?

Or will you step up and seek out the tribe that has tested and perfected a framework to make you Unfuckwithable?

The Power of Finding Your Tribe

Getting around the right people changes everything. A tribe that supports your growth, pushes you to face your fears, and helps you break free of the conditioning that’s held you back—that’s where real transformation happens. This isn’t just about overcoming fear. It’s about learning to trust yourself and reclaiming your personal power.

You can either stay stuck, running the old programming, or you can choose to rewrite your story. You can create the life and identity of a man who is grounded, powerful, and unshakeable.

Face Your Fears and Become the Man You’re Meant to Be

The truth is, many of us missed the opportunity for a true Rite of Passage growing up. But it’s never too late. Facing your biggest fears is how you truly become a man. It’s how you step into the fullness of your power, no longer held back by the conditioning of the past.

If you’re ready to break free, to stop running the old programs, and to create the life of your highest choosing, seek out the right tribe. Surround yourself with those who are dedicated to growth and transformation, and you’ll discover that there’s nothing left to fear.

You’ve faced your greatest fear.

Now, it’s time to become unstoppable.