Mentoring Young Boys with Jamie Gilmore Jr.

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I'm thrilled to share with you the latest episode of Uncensored Advice for Men where I had the pleasure of hosting Jamie, a man of God, mentor, and former football player. Our conversation was a deep dive into our personal journeys, the importance of vulnerability, and the power of mentorship.

1. The Culture Shock and Self-Realization: Jamie's move from Ocala to Philadelphia for college was a culture shock, but it opened his eyes to new experiences and perspectives. It was a conversation with an older gentleman that made him realize that Ocala is known as the "horse capital of the world," a fact he was unaware of growing up.
2. Redefining Masculinity: Jamie's involvement with the Black Male Achievement Network changed his perspective on what it means to be a man. He saw successful black men who were open about their feelings, which made him question his own understanding of masculinity and the importance of vulnerability.
3. Finding Purpose in Mentoring: After football ended for Jamie, he found his purpose in mentoring young boys. He founded his nonprofit organization, Kut Different, to fill the gap in their understanding of accountability. He realized he didn't need to leave his hometown to make a difference.
4. The Power of Vulnerability: Jamie's journey with Kut Different taught him the importance of humility and asking for help. His organization focuses on prevention rather than reaction, aiming to get in front of the problems that young boys may face.
5. Embracing Uniqueness: My own journey of self-discovery led me to realize the importance of embracing my uniqueness. I tattooed the question "Who am I?" on my arm as a reminder to constantly explore my identity and purpose.

Jamie and I are calling for ten individuals who are willing to contribute their time, money, and wisdom to help empower young boys. If you're interested in learning more about Kut Different and supporting the organization, visit their website at kutdifferent.org.

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Chapters

1. Mentoring Young Boys with Jamie Gilmore Jr. (00:00:00)

2. Jamie's Journey and Testimony (00:00:58)

3. Culture Shock in Philadelphia (00:02:18)

4. Growth and Perspective (00:05:07)

5. The transformative stage of losing identity as a football player (00:08:06)

6. Working in sports and exploring different career paths (00:09:26)

7. The impact of black male mentors and redefining masculinity (00:10:22)

8. The search for identity and vulnerability (00:14:57)

9. The influence of father figures (00:16:06)

10. Defining manhood and responsibility (00:18:21)

11. The first encounter with young men (00:23:01)

12. The birth of Kut Different (00:23:43)

13. Realizing his purpose (00:29:30)

14. The impact of receiving help (00:37:21)

15. Working with young men in prevention (00:39:11)

16. Programs offered by Kut Different (00:42:27)

17. Supporting Kut Different (00:46:08)

18. Improving Education (00:47:09)

19. The question of identity (00:52:44)

20. Collaboration ideas (00:53:35)

21. Mentors Wanted (00:54:28)