Dating & Relationships
10 Questions Every Man Needs to Ask Himself Before Dating a Mom
You’re committing to a lot more than being a standard “boyfriend.” Taking on the responsibility of dating a woman who has children is not for the faint of heart. Below, we’ll discuss some questions every man should ask himself before making this very real commitment. 1. Am I secure enough to take a back seat…
Read MoreThe Guide to Evolving into an Even Better Man
Each new phase of life requires a further evolved version of the man we are today. So, how do we go about creating him? I often find myself contemplating how I can improve in all areas of life. How can I be a better boyfriend? A better son? A better brother? How can I be…
Read More5 Signs You’ve Been Putting Yourself Last For Too Long
You can’t pour water from an empty cup. Many of us are taught that caring for others is a noble trait, and often times we garner a sense of significance or contribution from it. While it is important to be a positive influence in the lives of others, many of us fail to draw a line to…
Read MoreTo Find “The One” You Must First Become “The One”
We don’t attract what we desire, we attract what we project. Dating is difficult. There are a lot of people out there who don’t (or can’t) properly communicate, who aren’t looking for real commitment, or who aren’t even sure what a healthy relationship looks like at this point. Dating apps are frustrating, messages don’t get…
Read MoreHow To Stop Wasting Your Time Dating The Wrong People
When you stop chasing the wrong people, you start giving the right ones the chance to find you. If you feel like you’ve fallen victim to negative dating patterns in the past, rest assured that you’re not alone. I have worked with and spoken to so many people who feel like they’re spinning in circles…
Read MoreWe Can’t Be Honest With Others Until We’re Honest With Ourselves
If we avoid the important questions we’ll never discover the important answers. I recently posed a question on my Facebook page: What is a non-negotiable dealbreaker for you when it comes to a relationship? The answers, while varied, largely gravitated towards one simple concept: Honesty. Being honest with our loved ones should be one of…
Read MoreBecoming a Stepdad is Both a Challenge and an Honor
It should be called “step” parent because you are “stepping” up in to a new and important role. Said my friend Dave a few weeks ago. “Man, if you told me a year ago I’d be on the phone with you and I’d hear a baby crying in the background, I’d never believe you.” I…
Read MoreHow to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other People
Don’t worry, nobody else knows what the hell they’re doing, either. How much stress would you say you feel due to looking at the distance between where you’re at in life, and where you want to be? Perhaps your income isn’t where you’d like. Perhaps you’re going through a breakup. Perhaps you’re struggling with changing…
Read MoreBe Willing to Suck
Every expert to ever live was once a beginner. Their greatest advantage was the willingness to start from square one and refuse to give up. Think of how many things we never accomplish because we aren’t willing to suck at first. How many people have avoided joining a gym (pre-Covid) because they were embarrassed of…
Read MoreHow To Stay True To Yourself At All Times
How do we stay connected to our true identity and purpose while living in a world that is always trying to tell us who we’re supposed to be? Let’s think about the concept of identity for a moment. It seems simple at first, the basic fundamental idea of who you are. Your name is Susan,…
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