Nostalgia is more than rose-colored glasses—it’s the ache and beauty of memories that shaped us. *These Days Will Be A Memory* is a short film about why moments matter, how memories make us who we are, and why we should cherish the present before it slips away. Whether it’s childhood memories, lost places, or the people who changed us, nostalgia reminds us that even endings carry meaning. This reflection invites you to pause, feel deeply, and remember: someday, these days too will be a memory.//Get Connected and buy in to the Sunrise Culture! https://linktr.ee/sunriseloungecast⁠. Support the music artists! See credits below//Check out more Sunrise Culture content!We've been doing Masculinity all wronghttps://youtu.be/Vl3RX5sq4qIWhy I'm Done Chasing Perfectionhttps://youtu.be/lhyAKNtss_kis it wrong to wonder if there was more in life?https://youtu.be/A6Z1WVCLJDA//Music Credits:Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-cassette/fevered-memoryLicense code: KKJ49MTWC4XBUHJXMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/caleb-fincher/breaking-throughLicense code: ZONRGEBG4C9AOLBGMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/natural-beautyLicense code: YNM0H7XA5VPLFHM0#nostalgia #memories #meaning #cinematic #bittersweet

**Enjoy this special edition minimalist cut with no music and essential edits only!**What if chasing success is quietly eroding your sense of self?Is it wrong to want more out of life? Or is that quiet discontent trying to teach us something deeper? In this raw, cinematic video essay, we explore the tension between ambition and presence—between the roads taken and the ones left behind.What if success isn’t what you thought it was? What if the most meaningful moments were the ones you rushed past on the way to “make it”? For young men navigating life, purpose, and masculinity in a chaotic world, this is a space to stop… and reflect.If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I doing what I’m meant to do?” or “Why do I feel like I missed something?”—this video is for you.For the thinkers, the wanderers, the builders. You’re not alone—and the questions you’re asking might be the very beginning of real wisdom.Take 10 minutes. Sit with this. You might walk away seeing your story in a new light.//Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/sunriseloungecast⁠. Support the music artists! See credits below//Check out more Sunrise Culture content!We've been doing Masculinity all wronghttps://youtu.be/Vl3RX5sq4qIWhy I'm Done Chasing Perfectionhttps://youtu.be/lhyAKNtss_k#masculinity #lifepurpose #men #consciousliving #videoessay #selfreflection

I never thought I’d make this video… but life has a way of humbling us.This is a raw, unfiltered confession about what happens when your goals collide with real life. If you’re a college student, young professional, or a guy trying to juggle ambition with responsibility—this one's for you.In this candid, unscripted video, I open up about burnout, perfectionism, and the pressure to “have it all together.” Between sleep struggles, demanding schedules, family life, and the grind of working a job just to keep the lights on—staying consistent with your creative process or personal goals gets *hard*. Really hard.But the point of this video isn’t to complain—it’s to **show you that you’re not alone**. And that progress is still possible, even when life is messy.We talk about:* Letting go of the “all or nothing” mindset* Choosing consistency over perfection* Balancing dreams with real-world responsibilities* What I wish someone had told me earlierThis isn’t polished. It’s real. And maybe that’s what we all need more of right now.//Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/sunriseloungecast⁠. Support the music artists! See credits below//Check out more Sunrise Culture content!Why we've always been wrong about the news media: https://youtu.be/9KOltzQXs_ALove it or hate it, we're obsessed with the mainstream media: https://youtu.be/EyLzCNhfFF8What the Alaila Everett incident tells us about real masculinity: https://youtu.be/Ibxukwl-S3oWe've been doing Masculinity all wronghttps://youtu.be/Vl3RX5sq4qI//Music Credits:Lost in Time by Aylex | https://freetouse.com/music/aylexFree To Use | https://freetouse.com/musicMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comExit Strategy by Enlia | https://enliamusic.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US Rising Dawn by Ethereal 88 | https://ethereal88.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Moments by Helkimer | https://soundcloud.com/helkimerMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-ND 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/mysterious place by Rexlambo | https://soundcloud.com/rexlamboMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US//Chapters:0:00 I never thought I'd make this video1:00 this crazy thing called life...2:05 stop making excuses3:15 the habit of losing sleep4:18 is this all worth it?6:00 if you can't do it well, don't do it all, (right?)6:58 waiting for things to get better9:00 don't wait for Perfection11:17 don't stay here#masculinity #fatherhood #goals #mentalhealth #hustle

Are men like Ashton Hall really the gold standard of success and Masculinity? Especially for Christian men? Or are we missing something in all the viral clips?In this episode of Sunrise Culture, we break down two radically different visions of manhood. One is the hyper-polished, high-status male dominating Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts—think Ashton Hall and his sparkling lemon water skincare rituals, luxury cars, and power poses. The other? A grounded, resilient man who chooses quiet strength over loud validation.This video explores the cultural rise of what we call the “Hyperluxury Alpha”—a masculinity built on attention, dominance, and aesthetic wealth. But we contrast him with a man who leads by service, embraces adversity, and finds value in protecting and providing, not performing.If you're a young man navigating modern culture, masculinity, and purpose, this is the video you didn’t know you needed. Inspired in part by the viral lifestyle of Ashton Hall, this breakdown goes beyond the surface to ask: Which man are you becoming?Whether you're seeking meaning, discipline, or just clarity in a chaotic culture—this one's for you.Watch now. Rethink what strength really means.//Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/sunriseloungecast⁠. Support the music artists! See credits below//Check out more Sunrise Culture content!Why we've always been wrong about the news media: https://youtu.be/9KOltzQXs_ALove it or hate it, we're obsessed with the mainstream media: https://youtu.be/EyLzCNhfFF8What the Alaila Everett incident tells us about real masculinity: https://youtu.be/Ibxukwl-S3o//Research Sources:Literally my phone and the internet. It's 2025.//Music Credits:A Few Jumps Away by Arthur Vyncke | https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_UTrue by Moavii | https://www.youtube.com/@MoaviiMusicFree To Use | https://freetouse.com/musicMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comNeon Metaphor by ESCP | https://www.escp.spaceFree To Use | https://freetouse.com/musicRising Dawn by Ethereal 88 | https://ethereal88.bandcamp.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Too High by Enlia | https://enliamusic.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USSolar Winds (Cosmic Horror Atmosphere) by Aila Scott | https://ailascott.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Lost in Time by Aylex | https://freetouse.com/music/aylexFree To Use | https://freetouse.com/musicMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com#masculinity #culture #alpha

The Alaila Everett baton striking incident took over social media and news media overnight. And there are tons of opinions on it. But there's one thing that the whole scenario exposes that no one is talking about... until now.So what can the Alaila Everett baton attack teach us about what's real and what's fake masculinity? In this video, we break down how modern culture and social media norms are pushing young men toward **weak character**, selfishness, and a constant need for attention. We compare two personality types: the **weak man**—narcissistic, validation-hungry, and always playing the victim—and the **strong man**—humble, disciplined, and respected for his actions, not his image. Today’s culture and social media platforms are designed to keep you soft, distracted, and self-obsessed. But real masculinity isn’t about attention—it’s about purpose, growth, and influence. If you're a young man looking for **real strength, real masculinity, and real purpose**, this video is for you. We’re done wasting time. It’s time to build, to lead, and to live like men. **Topics Covered:** - Social media's effect on men - Real masculinity vs. fake masculinity - How to become a respected and grounded man - The trap of constant validation and how to escape it //Get Connected! https://linktr.ee/sunriseloungecast⁠. //Check out more Sunrise Culture content!Why we've always been wrong about the news media: https://youtu.be/9KOltzQXs_ALove it or hate it, we're obsessed with the mainstream media: https://youtu.be/EyLzCNhfFF8what can YOU learn from awkward interviews and car crashes?: https://youtu.be/kCmQCceotr4?si=qdDiFcLt1XjysB86//Research Sources:Literally my phone and the internet//music credits:Outro: Exit Strategy by Enlia | https://enliamusic.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US Discontinued By Leonard Richter is licensed under Creative CommonsAttribution - ShareAlike 4.0 International License.https://soundcloud.com/leonardrichterMusic provided by https://plugnplaymusic.net#masculinity #socialmedia #alailaeverett

A story for those who feel regret...- AZ / Captain RetroFox //Get Connected! It's all literally RIGHT HERE: ⁠https://linktr.ee/sunriseloungecast⁠.You can buy me a book, sub to the YouTube, read the Substack, buy Sunrise Lounge merch, become a member on Patreon or just listen to my awesome custom curated playlists on Spotify!//Direct Support!Check out my Creator Wishlist at https://throne.com/sunriseloungecastYour real tangible support is DEEPLY appreciated!//Music Credits:Felicity by Scott Buckley | https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ //This poetry are inspired by Edgar Allen Poe, Robert Frost, Rudyard Kipling, W. H. Auden, Charles Bukowski, and others. The narration style is inspired by Tom O'Bedlam, Morgan Freeman, Matthew McConaughey, Sirs Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellan and Michael Cain. This video style is inspired by illneas, ISOBOTO, Col Poetry, a kid with a camera, & John Cogs among others. Go check them out! //Fair Use Disclaimer: All footage was acquired via Canva professional sources and the open use font Poppins was used. I do not own and did not create any of the video footage or the font used. The music is used with fair attribution at the request of the creator/composer Scott Buckley via free-stock-music.com//useful hashtags:#poetry #poem #nostalgia

"Stories will be told"

A melancholic poem for reflecting on your life

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We journey not without someone beside...A contemplative, thoughtful poem about humanity by Addison Zane Mills//MONUMENTSWe don’t know with whom we’ve spoken, or who we’ve taken from. We don’t know of those we’ve shaken - who we’ve kept from getting home. All we know is we feel – broken. We feel as if we’re here alone. When the Sun is hid behind the nightand all in mind comes to bare,It’s only then the Void will stareAnd bring your emptiness to light.Could we know the day or seasonOr even know the time?Does everything have its reason - days unkindAnd life too long?All we know - is all that’s brokenWhen we see the end and hear the song.Count the stars to compare the mass -To trim your view or make it wide.To judge your place along the sideOf those who live and those who pass.We know it’s ours to place the questionBut dare not break the line.We fear unknown yet loathe our station - and view green fields and shut behindAll we’ve known - all we’ve broken,And lay our claim to feel alone.We journey not without someone beside -Yet here we are and looking through the glass;Each a monument to passOur story down for future years to find.We don’t know with whom we’ve spoken,Or who we’ve given hope;With whom we’ve shared our own time golden - who we’ve loved or seen grow old.It heals to know we’ve all been broken -In knowing this, we’re not alone.- AZM//Get Connected! It's all literally RIGHT HERE: ⁠https://linktr.ee/sunriseloungecast⁠.You can buy me a book, sub to the YouTube, read the Substack, buy Sunrise Lounge merch, become a member on Patreon or just listen to my awesome custom curated playlists on Spotify!//Music Credits:Cornfield Music by Sergii Pavkin from PixabayUsed with license. (link to Pixabay license for music useage: https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/ )//This poetry are inspired by Edgar Allen Poe, Robert Frost, Rudyard Kipling, W. H. Auden, Charles Bukowski, and others. The narration style is inspired by Tom O'Bedlam, Morgan Freeman, Matthew McConaughey, Sirs Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellan and Michael Cain. This video style is inspired by illneas, ISOBOTO, Col Poetry, a kid with a camera, & John Cogs among others. Go check them out! //Fair Use Disclaimer: All footage was acquired via Canva professional sources and the open use font Poppins was used. I do not own and did not create any of the video footage or the font used. The music is used with fair attribution at the request of the creator/composer Scott Buckley via free-stock-music.com