The Rise of the Pavement Princess

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-z3wo3sLfoE

 

In that case

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I approve and have participated!

 

I cant watch 44 minutes of jibber jabber...
Pavement princess, Im guilty....
So what!!!

 

He's not wrong. 60% of Americans are considered sick with least one chronic disease.

Oh and 70%+ do not qualify for the military because they have either mental or physical sickness, I am not even joking. Look it up.

 

"Nurture or nature". Some luzers will never break out of their silly "pavement princess" lifestyle because they have no backbone. Others refuse to let mummy and dada run their lives.

Life is for living people!

 

+40 min video so here’s a summary


Introduction: The Rise of the “Pavement Princess”

• The video opens with a discussion about luxury pickup trucks that are rarely used for their intended purpose.

• The narrator claims that the increase in pickup truck ownership since the 1990s is not due to blue-collar work but rather an economic and mental health crisis.

• He argues that trucks serve as a coping mechanism for Americans struggling with financial instability and a lack of social safety nets.


The Evolution of Pickup Trucks

• Plywood and Truck Design:

• Historically, truck beds were designed to fit a 4x8 sheet of plywood, a standard in construction.

• This changed with the rise of crew cabs, which prioritized passenger space over utility.

• Growth in Size & Cost:

• Modern pickups are significantly bigger, heavier, and more expensive than those in the 1990s.

• Example:

• A 1990 Ford F-150 cost $12,000 ($27,000 today adjusted for inflation).

• A 2025 Ford F-150 costs $63,000, a 133% price increase despite wages rising only 15% in that period.


Why Do People Buy Trucks They Don’t Need?

• Symbol of Stability & Success:

• Owning a pickup truck is seen as a status symbol, signaling financial success and self-reliance.

• Blue-Collar Aesthetic vs. Reality:

• While pickups are marketed towards rugged, hardworking men, skilled tradesmen make up less than 25% of the workforce.

• The stereotypical “blue-collar man” in country music videos rarely reflects reality.

• Financial Strain of Truck Ownership:

• The average truck payment is $715/month, not including gas and maintenance.

• Many buyers cannot afford these trucks but feel social pressure to own one.


Suburban Men & the Masculinity Crisis

• The video describes how men in suburban areas react to financial and social pressures:

• Some become “soft suburban dads”—overweight, isolated, and lacking ambition.

• Others overcompensate with loud trucks, aggressive behavior, and political posturing.

• Male Identity Crisis in America:

• Many men feel trapped between traditional expectations (being a provider) and modern economic realities.

• This has led to increased male isolation, frustration, and declining college/workforce participation.


Truck Ownership as Posturing

• Trucks as a “Fake” Status Symbol:

• They provide an illusion of freedom and power, even when the owner is financially struggling.

• Many men use their trucks to signal masculinity and status rather than for actual utility.

• Truck Ownership & Political Identity:

• In the U.S., trucks have become symbols of rural and conservative identity.

• Many owners see them as a cultural pushback against liberal policies.

• The video argues that pickup truck culture reflects broader societal issues, including:

• Economic instability

• A lack of community

• The struggle of modern masculinity


Personal Identity & Authenticity

• The speaker emphasizes the importance of being authentic in relationships and social interactions.

• Fakeness is detectable, and pretending to be someone you’re not will eventually lead to issues.

• Instead of following rigid labels (political, philosophical, or economic), individuals should focus on developing their own nuanced perspectives.



Self-Improvement vs. Self-Awareness

• Toxic productivity is a real issue—self-improvement should stem from self-awareness rather than external pressures.

• Examples:

• Dieting can become unhealthy if it turns into an obsession.

• Waking up at 5 AM to work out after a 1 AM bedtime is counterproductive.

• The key is understanding personal motivations and tailoring improvements to personal goals rather than societal expectations.



Caution in Exploring New Ideas

• Many online influencers promote misleading ideas about finance, health, and spirituality.

• Blindly adopting new lifestyles, diets, or ideologies without thorough investigation can lead to bad decisions.

• The speaker compares this to rushing into relationships—understanding the full picture of a new idea or person is crucial.



Understanding Male Mental Health

• Men and women experience and express mental health differently.

• Exercise, career growth, and financial stability tend to improve male mental health more effectively than traditional therapy.

• Many men seek validation through being useful in social, financial, or professional contexts.

• The speaker highlights that most therapists are women, which may create a disconnect for some male clients.



Personal Experience with Therapy

• The speaker shares two experiences:

• Therapy at a VA hospital (which was highly beneficial due to shared experiences with veterans).

• University-provided therapy with young female PhD students, which felt ineffective due to a lack of relatability.

• The key takeaway: Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, and men may need alternative approaches to mental well-being.



A Holistic Approach to Helping Men

• Before assuming someone needs therapy, consider other factors:

• Is he lonely?

• Does he feel valued in his social/professional life?

• Is he getting proper nutrition and exercise?

• Is he facing unrealistic expectations at school or work?

• Addressing these foundational issues can reduce the need for toxic posturing (e.g., exaggerated masculinity through truck ownership or aggressive behavior).



Conclusion

• The video wraps up by reinforcing that as men find confidence and purpose, they will naturally move away from insecure behaviors.

• True self-worth eliminates the need for posturing, including excessive displays of masculinity.

• The speaker signs off, encouraging viewers to continue self-reflection and personal growth.

 

I Mall Crawl more than I Off Road.....

 

That's not a summary, it's a fucking 10 page manifesto!

Here's a summary: sedans are dead. The new family car is either a pickup truck or an SUV. Hence tons of trucks out there that never see anything other than pavement.

 

Apparently even women are infected with a "machismo" disease that makes them posture and pomp around in these unnecessary overpriced gas-guzzling indicators of mental illness.

Sounds about right.

 

Im extremely proud of myself becuase i am a true overlander.

Well, I will be once i get some ditch lights going...

 

I got 10 mins in and quit. There's a lot of over analyzing in that video. I bet that people buying something because they like the way it looks or how it feels never crossed his mind....or that no one has to justify their purchases to other people.

 

This does not apply to Tacoma owners. We buy these trucks for reliability and resale only!

 

"Resale" implies that we sell them instead of driving them until the engines blow up.

 

I don't do any serious off-roading, got no pin-stripes don't want any.

But I do haul 1/2 yards of garden soil, sticks of lumber, bags of gravel, camping gear, etc.
And if a nice looking forest-service-road were to appear I'd be more likely to slip into 4WD and take a peep than
avoid it and take a paved road.

I find the vehicle comfortable to drive, reliable, functional. plus it looks good, and most of all I look good in it -

 

attention: school teacher in the house

 

you go girl

 

chatGPT my man

 

I sense an insecure beta-cuck who feels threatened by men in lifted trucks.

Fun fact: women who take hormonal birth control select for more feminine men. Consider what that's doing to society....