We all have problems. The world is littered with armchair dreams and lay-abouts who do nothing about them. Most men trot through life with an empty emotional bank account. Their self-esteem is non-existent, and their understanding of why remains a mystery only to themselves. While self-help books are not a form of taking action, most offer a great deal of...
As the great Scottish Philosopher Thomas Carlyle once said, “Man is a tool-using Animal... Nowhere do you find him without tools; without tools he is nothing, with tools he is all.” It reminds me of a time when Henry Ford's vehicle broke down while traveling through town. Stuck without tools, my great grandfather took note and offered to be of...
The term “man’s best friend” isn’t just an opinion. There truly is no better companion than a loving, loyal dog. From their unconditional love and support to the comfort and fun they provide, the bond between a man and his dog is a sacred one. It goes back millennia, to the first domesticated wolf, and continues to this day. If...
To the poor man, a rich man is lucky. To the rich man, a poor man is lazy. Yet, universally, every man shares one key thing in common: It's called life. What you choose to do with it is entirely your own decision to make. If a man offered you one hundred thousand dollars for you leg, would you take...
Being a gentleman is more about than just acts of chivalry. The truth is, it’s about dealing directly with man’s greatest burden, his unfilled potential. If you become obsessed with being the most courteous man in the world, you’ll end up in one place: A life of quiet desperation. The reality is, you need a war plan that’s ethical, moral...
Thirty is a milestone year in every man’s life. Whether you’re planning your own epic adventure or are thinking about how to show a brother in arms a great time, a destination 30th birthday is a great concept. In this guide, we’ll provide some party and celebratory locations ideas with simple details to get you started. Of course, not all...
It's been said that the kind of man a young boy becomes, depends on what his father taught him during moments spent together. Often ones where fathers aren't trying to teach their boys anything at all. Rather, it's those little pieces of odd wisdom that make a lifelong impression on us. Time spent bonding teaches us positive principles, instills honest...
Let me preface this by telling you one thing... I hate consumerism as much as the next man. This guide was intended to help you discover things you might be missing out on. Nothing more, nothing less. Sure, I could have listed 1,000 things every man should own, but you get the idea. There's a fair mix of both products...
The Festive Season is nearly upon us... No matter which holiday you celebrate during this time, chances are, giving gifts is a part of your tradition. For the men in your life — brothers, sons, dads, extended family, husbands, boyfriends, friends, and coworkers that don’t suck — you may want to give a few small gifts. While these “stocking stuffers”...
Oscar Wilde once said, “Only boring people are ever bored.” As with so much of his work, this statement cuts right to heart of a dilemma many modern men face — what to do with their time when funds are limited. If you only think inside the box of life experience you've already gained, you may be at something of...
