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How to Travel the World on a Shoestring Budget | Matt Kepnes

Perpetual nomad and travel author “Nomadic Matt” shares his thoughts on how to truly experience other cultures while traveling…. Read More

Mike Yarbrough: Why You Need a Community of Men

How “iron sharpens iron” and why you’ll never reach your full potential without surrounding yourself with men who challenge and support you…. Read More

Why You Should Plan an Annual Guy’s Trip

Scheduling a regular “mancation” with your guy friends may be just what you need to maintain those friendships, recharge…and preserve your sanity…. Read More

Chris Hogan: Everyday Millionaires

It turns out being a millionaire is much less glamorous than it sounds. The good news? It’s also way more attainable than you’d think…. Read More

Seth Ulinski: How Short Guys Stand Tall

The real-life challenges shorter men face, and how they can overcome them…. Read More

Why Cold Showers Are Worth Hyperventilating Over

Cold showers can do a number of great things for you. They’ll make you feel more awake and energetic, increase your willpower, and even offer health benefits! … Read More

J. Money: Budgets, Building Wealth, and Living Well

Unorthodox finance blogger J. Money shares how to get a better handle on your finances…and your life. … Read More

Paul Churchill: Recovery Elevator

The host of the Recovery Elevator Podcast talks about his own battles with alcohol addiction and his road to recovery…. Read More

What is Stoicism?

Learn how this ancient philosophy can help to put your life into perspective and give you better control over your emotions.
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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2018

25 thoughtful Father’s Day gift ideas that won’t break the bank… Read More

Justyn Comer: Why You Should Meditate

Justyn Comer of Real World Meditation talks about how meditation can improve nearly all aspects of your life, from relationships to career, to overall health and happiness…. Read More

Red-Eye Flight Tips: A Man’s Guide to Overnight Travel

How to actually sleep on the plane, minimize jet lag, and rapidly recover after a night flight…. Read More

19 Great Mother’s Day Gifts You Can Order Online

Want to get mom something special for Mother’s Day but don’t have time to shop? This list just might help…. Read More

2017 Holiday Gift Guide: 17 Gift Ideas for Guys

Ah, the gift-giving season. When you do your best to shop for the special people in your life…and end up finding a… Read More

Coleman and Kennedy Collins: Why Fitness Advice Doesn’t Work

When it comes to getting in shape, on some level, we all know what we need to do. But that doesn’t make… Read More

Nicholas Bayerle: Your Body is Your Greatest Investment

If you have an expensive asset like a fancy sports car or a big house, you don’t hesitate to take care of… Read More

007: Kaizen and the Power of Small Steps | Dr. Robert Maurer

Common wisdom suggests that if we want to make big changes in our lives, we have to take big steps. But sometimes… Read More

A Staycation Primer: How to Plan the Perfect Vacation at Home

Have you ever gotten back from a vacation feeling like you need another vacation just to recuperate? Or worse: you get back… Read More

A Man’s Guide to Houseplants

In my early twenties, I was sharing an apartment with a buddy. I asked him why his girlfriend rarely came over. “She… Read More

25 Father’s Day Gifts You’ll Want to Keep for Yourself

Father’s Day is just around the corner. What will you give your dad to show you appreciate him? You could go for… Read More

Win the Morning to Win the Day: 8 Tips for a Successful Morning Routine

“What time is it?” “Noon.” “Alright, I guess it’s time to wake up now.” This was my inner dialogue from middle school… Read More

7 Ways to Look Younger Longer

As guys, we don’t often talk about wanting to look younger. There’s that romantic notion of becoming more distinguished with age… But… Read More

Weekend Project: My DIY Flagstone Patio

I imagine my recent flagstone patio project was a lot like the pain of childbirth. During the process it was hell. But now… Read More

10 Classic Jazz Albums Every Man Should Own

For many people jazz is an acquired taste. Like your first sip of beer or coffee growing up, jazz may not immediately… Read More

Last-Minute Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day is nearly here! With only a few days left, you may feel like you’ve missed your chance to get your… Read More

5 Primal Movements Every Man Should Conquer

Primal movements: it’s all good and fine to ignore them, that is, until the moment you need them most. And that’s precisely where… Read More

Manly Project: How to Build an Heirloom Toy Chest

It’s a truism that the first birthday is a gimme, more about the parents than the birthday girl. She’s never going to… Read More

Food Waste and The Holidays: A Responsible Man’s Primer

Holidays are a time to see family, veg out, watch football, and most of all, to eat until we’re stuffed…then eat more once… Read More

11 Ways To Overcome Your Fears, Experience Fulfillment, and Become A Man That Others Look Up To

Over the past ten years, my goal has been pretty straightforward: become the best version of myself. Growing up I was an… Read More

Increase Your Motivation to Exercise With This Simple Trick

Exercise and I haven’t always been on great terms. Like many people, I’ve definitely struggled with making exercise a regular part of… Read More

13 Bachelor Pad Upgrades That Show Women You’re a Grown Man, Not a Boy

Gentlemen, I have bad news: your bachelor pad may be killing your chances with the ladies. No matter what kind of chemistry… Read More

2 Ways to Send Dad Manly Loot This Father’s Day

We’ve all been guilty off “phoning it in” on Father’s Day. Despite our best intentions, we end up sending dad a tie,… Read More

12 Crazy Alternatives to Tough Mudder

Sure, you could be normal and run a nice little 5k. People smiling at you from the sidelines and handing you Gatorade… Read More

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