A Seeker's Guide to Fatherhood Wisdom You'll Actually Apply There's no shortage of advice for dads; books, podcasts, reels, and newsletters like this one. I've taken in so much I could probably write a book. Or at least a decent inspirational fridge magnet. But the real challenge isn't learning more. It's knowing what to keep. And what to let go. Last week, I caught … [Read more...] about Drowning in Wisdom, Starving for Change: How to Actually Apply the Advice You Already Have
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I Want to Do Steroids
A dad's honest look at testosterone, shortcuts, and the uncomfortable questions behind our quest for more. I. The Confession I want to do steroids. There. I said it. Let that sit for a second. Not because I'm trying to become the next Mr. Olympia or bench press a Honda Civic. I want to do steroids because I'm tired. Bone-deep, soul-crushing tired. The kind of … [Read more...] about I Want to Do Steroids
I Either Win, or I Learn: Why Failure Is the Training Ground for the Man You’re Becoming
A Focused Fool Reflection on Roger Federer's Quote. How Failure Is About Getting Back Up, and Growing Anyway. Failure's PR Problem I used to think failure was a sign I wasn't cut out for something. Turns out, it was the application process. Three days before closing on a house flip that would have netted us a beautiful profit, the buyers walked away. Just like that. … [Read more...] about I Either Win, or I Learn: Why Failure Is the Training Ground for the Man You’re Becoming
What Is a Hero’s Journey? (And How the Heck Do You Go on One?)
Cold Open: Garage Floor Confession I was sitting in my garage last Saturday night, ostensibly "organizing tools" but really avoiding the pile of responsibilities waiting inside. Netflix was streaming The Lord of the Rings on my phone, because apparently I'm twelve, and I found myself watching Frodo leave the Shire for the hundredth time. And then it hit me like a poorly … [Read more...] about What Is a Hero’s Journey? (And How the Heck Do You Go on One?)
Train for Real Life: Fitness That Matters Beyond the Gym
(Physical Training for Life's Actual Demands) Your fitness routine is lying to you. You can bench press impressive numbers, follow the latest workout program, and look decent in a gym mirror, but still get winded chasing your kids around the backyard for twenty minutes. Despite all your "fitness knowledge," you may have built a body that looks strong but struggles with … [Read more...] about Train for Real Life: Fitness That Matters Beyond the Gym