Masculinity & Manhood Articles

Confused about what it means to be a man today? If you’re tired of weak clichés or toxic extremes, this is where you’ll find a vision of masculinity that’s principled, grounded, and noble, without apology. These posts offer clarity, challenge, and inspiration for men who want to rise with strength and virtue.

Why I’m Not Like Most Men’s Coaches (And Why That’s a Good Thing)

Why I’m Not Like Most Men’s Coaches (And Why That’s a Good Thing)

Most men’s work today is all about selling you an identity—alpha, warrior, king—but real growth isn’t about performing masculinity. It’s about becoming a grounded, steady, trustworthy man. In this article, I break down why my approach to men’s work is different, how I filter for serious men in my community, and why transformation should be felt by those closest to you—not just talked about. Read more here.

Still Waiting: Healing Father Wounds and Breaking the Cycle of Stuckness, Delay, and Disconnection”

Still Waiting: Healing Father Wounds and Breaking the Cycle of Stuckness, Delay, and Disconnection”

Waiting doesn’t fix anything—it only drains your life of energy and hope. Inspired by Dag Nasty’s ‘Still Waiting,’ this article dives into the struggle of stuckness, the lessons I’ve learned about breaking free, and how men can reclaim their lives from resentment, fear, and inaction.

Why We Feel Stuck in Our Relationships (And How to Break Free)

Why We Feel Stuck in Our Relationships (And How to Break Free)

For years, I believed my happiness depended on fixing my circumstances or my wife’s behavior. But I was wrong. Real change doesn’t come from ‘out there’—it starts within. Learn how The Descent, The Choice, and The Ascent can help you reclaim your power and thrive.

Why I Always Felt Like I Wasn’t Good Enough—and How I Finally Reclaimed My Confidence

Why I Always Felt Like I Wasn’t Good Enough—and How I Finally Reclaimed My Confidence

If you’ve ever felt like you’re not enough—like no matter how hard you try, you’re still falling short—I understand. I carried that belief for years, a quiet but constant voice telling me I wasn’t worthy of love or success. It wasn’t until my marriage was on the brink that I realized how deeply shame and self-loathing had taken root in my life. But here’s the truth: those feelings are not who you are, and they don’t have to define you. In this post, I’ll share my journey from self-doubt to self-acceptance and offer the first steps you can take to reclaim your confidence.

Discover the Path to a Stronger, More Connected Marriage with “From Resentment to Reconnection”

Discover the Path to a Stronger, More Connected Marriage with “From Resentment to Reconnection”

Are you trapped in a cycle of resentment and frustration in your marriage? Do you feel misunderstood, disconnected, and longing for a deeper, more meaningful relationship with your spouse? If you’re nodding in agreement, I have something transformative to share with you.

Connection: Why few find it, most break it, and how to begin restoring it

Connection: Why few find it, most break it, and how to begin restoring it

When we first meet these men, they’re convinced they have specific problems like:

Being unappreciated/disrespected/overlooked

Feeling alone even though in a relationship or in a crowd

An angry, cold, distant wife or partner who doesn’t seem to like them, let alone love them

Not receiving warmth/attention/affection/touch/together time/sex/intimacy

Their wife/partner spending too much time on her phone/with friends/with the kids/etc

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