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Dr. Josh McConkey- 'Be the Weight Behind the Spear' and the COVID Generation
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Dr. Josh McConkey, an emergency physician and military commander, discusses his book Be the Weight Behind the Spear, a powerful call to action addressing the growing mental health crisis among Generation Z. Drawing from his combat ...See moreDr. Josh McConkey, an emergency physician and military commander, discusses his book Be the Weight Behind the Spear, a powerful call to action addressing the growing mental health crisis among Generation Z. Drawing from his combat experience and years in emergency medicine, McConkey highlights the urgent need to restore resilience, purpose, and connection in young people-qualities he believes have been severely eroded in recent years. He emphasizes that the COVID-19 pandemic deeply disrupted critical social and developmental milestones for Gen Z. The closures of schools, churches, and community spaces removed essential environments where young people learn to cope, communicate, and grow. Isolation, overreliance on digital communication, and a lack of real-world mentorship have contributed to alarming increases in anxiety, depression, and suicide rates. In Be the Weight Behind the Spear, McConkey advocates for a cultural reset-reinstating accountability, service, and face-to-face leadership. The book encourages parents, educators, and leaders to be intentional in guiding the next generation through today's challenges by becoming the steady force that empowers youth to move forward with strength and direction. Written by Andy Hooser See less
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Updated Apr 22, 2025
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Apr 22, 2025 (United States)

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The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser (2018)
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