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Dec 18, 2013

Fireside Topic: How have things changed since you were young?

It seems that every generation likes to recount the good ol’ days, reminiscing about how things were harder (and that was better) or things were better made and people had more sense. This week's Fireside Topic gets us deciding how things have changed since you were young.

Dec 16, 2013

How to Tie Down a Christmas Tree (Or Anything Else) to the Roof of Your Car

Whether it’s a Christmas tree or kayaks or anything else the principles are the same. No hauling problem is too big for a man who knows a bit of rope work. If you are wondering how to tie down a Christmas tree (or anything else) to the roof of your car, this is the tutorial for you.

Dec 13, 2013

Christmas Traditions for the Family

I started my own family at age 18 and didn’t bring over any real holiday traditions. So, I love asking other families what they do and seeing if any of their traditions stick for us. Here are a few Christmas traditions you can use with your family.

Dec 12, 2013

The Meaning of a Simple Life

A few days ago I emailed Ben Hewitt, commending him on his blog, which gives his readers insight into a man and his family that have chosen to give up many aspects of modern life and its ease for the rewards of living off the land. I stated that I too, like so many men, ...

Dec 11, 2013

Fireside Topic: Who are your role models?

In this week's Fireside Topic, we address who your role models are; you may know of a few people that have had definite influence in your life, but spend some time thinking about the small personality traits you think may be unique and evaluate where those originated.

Dec 3, 2013

Fireside Topic: At what age should dating begin?

Fireside Topic articles are interesting topics to get men talking. Find a few friends and throw a question out there (such as, "At what age should dating begin?") and see what develops.

Nov 27, 2013

Fireside Discussions: Topics to Get Us Talking

“Follow the path of the unsafe, independent thinker. Expose your ideas to the dangers of controversy. Speak your mind and fear less the label of ‘crackpot’ than the stigma of conformity. And on issues that seem important to you, stand up and be counted at any cost.” – Chauncey Depew ...

Nov 25, 2013

How Emotions Affect a Man's Physical Health

Science is showing that a man's emotional health has a big impact on his physical health. The link between the two is real. Unfortunately, many men are popping pills rather than taking a look at how they view the world.

Nov 18, 2013

Captains of Industry: Bladesmith Steve Watkins of Ironman Forge

Blacksmithing is notably one of the manliest trades still around. I happened across Steve Watkins in a local magazine, QC Exclusive, and was excited to hear that a skilled bladesmith was so nearby. I contacted Steve to see if I and a few others could come by his shop and see how ...

Nov 5, 2013

How to Make a Traveler’s Candle (Swedish Log Candle)

A good Scandinavian friend of mine (and their older cousins who were visiting and added to this story) brought over a gift for me called a Traveler’s Candle. Essentially, when lit, it burns from the inside producing a long lasting radiating heat, with a sturdy base and a convenient cook top. Here's how to make one.

Oct 24, 2013

15 Manly Things to Purchase Using Halloween as an Excuse

It’s time to graduate from candy (that no one really wants anyhow) to manly things that may actually come in handy. Not that an excuse, but just in case, here are 15 manly things to purchase using Halloween your reason.

Oct 18, 2013

Fear, Courage, and Love: What Stoicism Got Wrong

For the longest time I assumed fear’s natural enemy to be courage, as if courage was the antonym for fear. I believe this comes from a stoic worldview that I and many men lean towards. But stoicism only goes so far, and gets some critical things wrong.
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