I deleted all of my Meta accounts after I heard what Zuckerberg said about corporations needing more masculine energy and that they need to be aggressive. It's clear that he's kissing up to the powers that be. But my bigger issue is that as a male, I don't agree with their redefinition of what masculinity is to be (aggressive, unmerciful). We've had other, better role models: Fred Rogers, Jimmy Carter, and Jesus himself who compared himself to a mother hen. But these guys (Zuck and the bros)want to go back to normalizing thuggishness. And it's all because they want to please the Thug in Chief, the thuggiest one of all.
I really like your line: “Mercy is hidden, active, burning, living love.” What a contrast from what we see played out now. Feels sickening. 😔 Thanks for writing so thoughtfully and boldly.
“This kind of solidarity work is quiet. Serving as the hands and feet of Jesus is not conceptual, it is formative.” Such a great article, Sara. Thank you for your brave and beautiful authenticity and the encouragement to keep on keeping on. ❤️
"Why does mercy get no respect? Why does mercy evoke jaded annoyance? Why is mercy treated with contempt? Why does care, still, in 2025, read as a feminine virtue?"
I love these questions and hate that there's such a deep need for them. Fighting to claim the value of virtues (like care) that are deemed "feminine" and devalued accordingly.
I relate to all of this. And it was also helpful to me to consolidate my reactions in the long-form substack space. As you said, this feels like the best format for healthy expression online.
I deleted all of my Meta accounts after I heard what Zuckerberg said about corporations needing more masculine energy and that they need to be aggressive. It's clear that he's kissing up to the powers that be. But my bigger issue is that as a male, I don't agree with their redefinition of what masculinity is to be (aggressive, unmerciful). We've had other, better role models: Fred Rogers, Jimmy Carter, and Jesus himself who compared himself to a mother hen. But these guys (Zuck and the bros)want to go back to normalizing thuggishness. And it's all because they want to please the Thug in Chief, the thuggiest one of all.
Appreciate your writing!
I really like your line: “Mercy is hidden, active, burning, living love.” What a contrast from what we see played out now. Feels sickening. 😔 Thanks for writing so thoughtfully and boldly.
Erika, thank you. Sending solidarity from Seattle.
“This kind of solidarity work is quiet. Serving as the hands and feet of Jesus is not conceptual, it is formative.” Such a great article, Sara. Thank you for your brave and beautiful authenticity and the encouragement to keep on keeping on. ❤️
Deb, thank you!
"Why does mercy get no respect? Why does mercy evoke jaded annoyance? Why is mercy treated with contempt? Why does care, still, in 2025, read as a feminine virtue?"
I love these questions and hate that there's such a deep need for them. Fighting to claim the value of virtues (like care) that are deemed "feminine" and devalued accordingly.
With you.
Yes and amen. 👊
I relate to all of this. And it was also helpful to me to consolidate my reactions in the long-form substack space. As you said, this feels like the best format for healthy expression online.
Absolutely Kacie, I appreciated your post and important global perspectives.