The Great Weakening of Humanity and Seven Steps to Reverse It
- Brainz Magazine
- Apr 30
- 3 min read
Written by Nathan Francis, Youth Self–Sabotage Coach
Nathan Francis is a 30 Year old former school teacher from Australia. Nathan is a podcast host and youth self-sabotage coach/mentor who freely admits that his mission is to lift the self-esteem and health of our youth.

You’ve been lied to. For the past hundred years, a silent war has been waged against your strength, your vitality, your soul. This isn’t just about bad habits; it’s about a system designed to keep you weak, distracted, and dependent.

Alcohol? A trap. Junk food? Poison disguised as pleasure. Fluoridated tap water, endless doom scrolling, numbing TV, a dead-end 9-5, the broken school system, a joke of a healthcare system, it’s all part of the same playbook. A slow, deliberate drain on your energy.
Behind the curtain are masters of manipulation who feed off your weakness. Every time you ignore your gut, trade purpose for comfort, or give your attention to their distractions, you give them your power.
But here’s the truth: you weren’t born to be weak.
This 7-step guide is your blueprint to break out of the trap. Reclaim your strength. Reconnect to your power. Burn the script they wrote for you and write your own.
1. Prioritise your health: It’s your ultimate wealth
Your body is your fortress. Fuel it with organic, nutrient-rich whole foods to minimize exposure to harmful chemicals and enhance long-term health. Ditch processed junk, filter your water, and establish a consistent sleep routine. These foundational steps can significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases and improve overall well-being.
2. Move: Because sedentary equals submissive
Your body isn’t designed for inertia. Regular physical activity, such as walking, running, or strength training, not only boosts mood and energy but also reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and depression. Even daily chores done briskly can contribute to cardiovascular health.
3. Curate your mind: Consume content that elevates
Your mental diet is as crucial as your physical one. Replace mindless scrolling with books, podcasts, and content that inspire growth and self-awareness. Engaging with empowering material can foster resilience and a positive mindset.
4. Master breathwork and meditation: Reconnect with your inner power
In a world of constant noise, breathwork and meditation are tools to reclaim your inner peace. Practices like box breathing can reduce stress and enhance mental clarity. Regular meditation fosters mindfulness, helping you stay grounded amidst chaos.
5. Craft a vision: Navigate life with purpose
Without a clear vision, you’re susceptible to external influences. Establishing a personal vision provides direction and motivation, leading to higher levels of determination and resilience. It’s your compass in a world intent on leading you astray.
6. Embrace solitude: Discover strength in stillness
Solitude isn’t loneliness; it’s an opportunity for self-reflection and growth. Time alone can reduce stress, enhance creativity, and improve emotional regulation. In solitude, you reconnect with your true self, away from societal noise.
7. Seek human support: Strength lies in connection
Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Reaching out can provide new perspectives, reduce stress, and foster personal growth. In a system designed to isolate, building connections is a revolutionary act.
This isn’t just a guide. It’s a wake-up call. The system wants you weak, lost, and obedient. But you? You’re done playing small. You’re ready to rewire, reclaim, and rise.
I work with men just like you, men who know deep down they’re meant for more but feel stuck in loops they didn’t choose. Through deep subconscious work, real strategy, and raw accountability, we’ll dismantle the patterns keeping you trapped and rebuild from the ground up.
You don’t need more motivation. You need a roadmap, a guide, and a reset. Your best self is waiting, let’s go find him.
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Nathan Francis, Youth Self–Sabotage Coach
Nathan Francis is a leader in the Youth Coaching space. Drawing from 10+ years of experience inside the mainstream system, it became quite evident to him that the system is failing our youth. Nathan has dedicated his life to helping our youth unleash their innate human potential. He is the founder of teenageselfsabotag.com where he offers 1:1 and group coaching programs. Author of Breaking Free: A Teens & Young Adults guide to identifying their addictions and overcoming them. He is also the host of the Breaking Free podcast.