Men Have Been in Decline for a Century, Author Says

These days, the glimpse of a naked body after being misdirected to a porn site is no shock to the average internet user. What may prove more surprising is the pornography industry's statistics, compiled worldwide, wherein a second is worth 1,000 images -- or more:

• $3,075.64 is spent on pornography ... every second
• 28,258 internet users view pornography ... every second
• 372 internet users type porn terms into search engines ... every second

"There have been several surveys about who's viewing internet pornography and what consequences they're experiencing, and the findings are disquieting," says Jim Wysong, author of The Neutering of the American Male (www.TheNeuteringoftheAmericanMale.com).

"In a 20,000-person study recently conducted by TED.com, porn is the most prevalently cited obstacle for romantic relationships between men and women in their teens and 20s. Women say guys are emotionally unavailable, and men say porn makes them less interested in pursuing a relationship.

"In reality, men have been compromising their masculine nature for several decades."

A lack of involvement by fathers in raising their sons; the overuse of prescription and illegal drugs; and uncertainty about their gender role have set American boys and men back, Wysong says.

"We all have a need to feel significant, to be accepted and loved, but those issues  prevent some males from developing fulfilling relationships," Wysong says.

"Sexual intimacy is typically a byproduct of emotional intimacy. Unfortunately, when people don't have a fulfilling relationship, their sexual desires don't disappear."

Men are often more visual and physical, so they're able to use pornography to meet some of that need in the short term. But in the long run, they also need the emotional support, nurturing and deeper connection with a partner, he says.

"It becomes a vicious cycle: Males turn to pornography seeking to satisfy unmet needs, and pornography addiction makes it extremely difficult to achieve the balanced, loving relationship that would meet their emotional needs," he says.

A Canadian study found that one in three teenage boys are "heavy porn users,'' and an Italian study reveals that a large percentage of men there suffer from "sexual anorexia," a temporary impotence, in their 20s because they were heavily into pornography in their teens, Wysong notes.

Parents, especially fathers, need to sit down with their sons and discuss sex. The lack of dialogue leaves young males to seek the answers to their curiosity on their own. Unfortunately, many turn to porn, which does not portray sex in a healthy and balanced way.

One of the most destructive things about it is that it portrays women as something to be used rather than valued and respected, Wysong says.

"Fortunately, this is something that can be remedied, both on a physical and a mental level," he says.

If you're concerned that you or a loved one is addicted to porn, Wysong suggests taking this self test from www.recoveryconnection.org:

1. Do you feel guilty or ashamed after looking at pornography?
2. Do you look forward to being alone so you can look at pornography?
3. Has pornography negatively affected your personal relationships, your job, or your finances?
4. Do you find that you have been looking at an increasing amount of pornography over time?
5. Do you look at pornography when you are bored, anxious, or lonely?

A yes to one or more of these questions may indicate a need for a quality treatment program.

About Jim Wysong

Jim Wysong is a businessman, contractor and real estate investor who spent more than 30 years observing and studying psychology and human behavior through workshops, seminars and textbooks. His efforts to better understand his own emotional discomfort led to theories that have universal applications in modern society.

(DES MOINES) - June 28, 2012 - Gov. Branstad today named the 9 members of Iowa's new Public Information Board, which was established this year in Senate File 430 to ensure Iowans have open, transparent government at all levels.

"When running for governor, Lieutenant Governor Reynolds and I promised Iowans we would have an open, honest and transparent administration," said Branstad. "This has long been a priority of mine because this legislation ensures transparency and provides Iowans the necessary access to their government. This is a new day for Iowans as we hold government accountable and shed light on their activities."

The nine-member board members are as follows:

 

Robert Andeweg, Urbandale

Tony Gaugan, West Des Moines

Jo Martin, Spirit Lake

Andy McKean, Anamosa

Gary Mohr, Bettendorf

Bill Monroe, Johnston

Kathleen Richardson, Des Moines

Suzan Stewart, Sioux City

Peggy Weitl, Carroll

 

Their terms begin on July 1, 2012.

"This board will be critical in providing government officials and Iowans information on compliance with state open meetings and open records laws," concluded Branstad.

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Cordova, IL... "Illinois exported the 'Chicago Way' to Washington, D.C., and this is what we got. The Supreme Court's decision in favor of Obamacare today mandates yet another tax.

This tax places a tremendous burden on the American people who are already struggling. Now the mask is off and the truth is plain for everyone to see; in spite of what the president and his workers in congress said, this is all about a tax."

Representative Morthland is a co-sponsor to a package of legislation that opposes implementation of Obamacare in Illinois.

Below are the playlists and date/times for the individual states that we have July 4th greetings for. They will play out of DVIDS Channel 2.

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Located @ 91 degrees west

Transponder: C21

Downlink Frequency: 4133.6150 Horizontal

Carrier type: MPEG-4, DVB-S2

Modulation: 8PSK

Symbol Rate: 6.960

FEC: 5/6

Pilot: On

Network ID: 620

SD2 is service channel #2

 

DVIDS 24/7 Technical Operations Center 678-421-6690

 

 

Thursday June 28 at 11:00am ET (Re-feed Friday, June 28 at 9:00am ET)

july4_connecticut TRT- 00:00:30

july4_newyork TRT- 00:02:36

july4_newjerseyTRT- 00:01:06

july4_pennsylvania TRT- 00:00:16

july4_delaware TRT- 00:00:27

july4_maryland TRT- 00:00:59

july4_virginia TRT- 00:03:13

 

Thursday June 28 at 11:15am ET (Re-feed Friday, June 28 at 9:15am ET)

july4_northcarolina TRT- 00:11:17

july4_southcarolina TRT- 00:01:36

july4_tennessee TRT- 00:01:16

july4_georgia TRT- 00:06:18

july4_florida TRT- 00:02:56

july4_alabama TRT- 01:00

july4_mississippi TRT- 00:00:26

 

Thursday June 28 at 2:00pm ET (Re-feed Friday, June 28 at 11:00am ET)

july4_kentucky TRT- 00:01:10

july4_ohio TRT- 00:02:13

july4_indiana TRT- 00:01:01

july4_michigan TRT- 00:01:13

july4_wisconsin TRT- 00:00:32

july4_iowa TRT- 00:00:35

july4_illinois TRT- 00:00:56

july4_missouri TRT- 00:00:42

 

Thursday June 28 at 2:15pm ET (Re-feed Friday, June 28 at 11:15am ET)

july4_northdakota TRT- 00:00:16

july4_oklahoma TRT- 00:01:16

july4_arkansas TRT- 00:01:36

july4_louisiana TRT- 00:00:11

july4_texas TRT- 00:06:14

 

Thursday June 28 at 2:30pm ET (Re-feed Friday, June 28 at 12:15pm ET)

july4_colorado TRT- 00:02:26

july4_utah TRT- 00:00:19

july4_arizona TRT- 00:44

july4_nevada TRT- 00:00:32

july4_idaho TRT- 00:02:12

july4_washington TRT- 00:00:36

july4_oregon TRT- 00:00:13

july4_california TRT- 00:01:49

july4_alaska TRT- 00:28

 

Thursday June 28 at 2:45pm ET (Re-feed Friday, June 28 at 1:00pm ET)

july4_puertorico TRT- 00:01:48

july4_virginislands TRT- 00:00:13

 

Since I have sent this out after the fact, please contact me directly if you would like to use the greetings for your state and need me to do another play-out.