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Podcast #1,087: Why You Need the Good Stress of...

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2025/09/30

You may have heard of hormesis — the idea that intentionally embracing small stressors activates the body’s repair and defense systems, building resilience, improving how the body and even the microbiome function, and ultimately protecting against the harms of chronic stress. We typically think of these hormetic stressors in terms of things like exercising, […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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What My Workout Has Looked Like Lately

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2025/09/29

If you’ve been following AoM for a while, you know that strength training is a central part of my daily life — the thing, other than my faith and family, that brings me the most joy and satisfaction. Back in my 30s, I trained to hoist as much weight as possible. I did some amateur […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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Skill of the Week: Sharpen a Pocket Knife

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2025/09/28

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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Odds & Ends: September 26, 2025

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2025/09/26

Land’s End Striped Rugby Shirt. While researching the rugby shirt guide we published earlier this week, I purchased one from Land’s End. At around $50, it’s reasonably priced and well-made. It’s 100% cotton that’s been garment-washed so it feels broken in, not stiff. They’ve got several color options; I went with the dark walnut brown/navy […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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4 Classic Chapter Books to Read Aloud With Your Kids

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2025/09/25

Note: We’re excited to welcome back longtime contributor Jeremy Anderberg, who will be writing occasional articles for AoM once again. Reading aloud to your children provides a host of benefits for little ones and adults alike. Beyond even the measurable advantages is the simple pleasure of connecting with your kids and engaging in the ancient tradition […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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A Man’s Guide to the Rugby Shirt

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2025/09/22

The rugby shirt is an underrated menswear staple. Like denim or the leather boot, it started as tough, utilitarian gear and evolved into a style icon. Equal parts rugged and refined, rugby shirts straddle the line between athleticism and leisure, work and play, tradition and rebellion. If you’ve never considered owning a rugby shirt — […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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Skill of the Week: Heel-And-Toe Shift

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2025/08/31

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Skill of the Week: Cross a Piranha-Infested River

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2025/08/24

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Odds & Ends: August 22, 2025

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2025/08/22

The Iliad by Homer, translated by Robert Fagles. My 14-year-old son Gus just finished this Homeric epic, and he really enjoyed it. We’ve had some great conversations about it. Fagles’ translation is my go-to for Homer because it’s accessible without dumbing down the poet’s power. It’s a hefty tome at nearly 700 pages, but Gus […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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How to Turn Treading Water Into a Legit Workout

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2025/08/21

When you think of water workouts, your mind probably goes to lap swimming, water aerobics, or maybe some high-octane Navy SEAL pool drill. What probably doesn’t come to mind is treading water — something you learned in swim class as a survival skill and haven’t thought much about since. But treading water isn’t just for […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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Podcast #1,081: Aristotle’s Art of Self-Persuasion —...

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2025/08/19

The ancient art of rhetoric has shaped political policies, influenced social movements, structured legal arguments, and molded cultural narratives throughout history. It’s been used for three thousand years to persuade other people to change their lives. But what if you could use it to persuade yourself? My guest today says you can. Jay Heinrichs […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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How to Execute: The Discipline of Following Through

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2025/08/18

Most people can make a plan. Planning is fun. You get to dream, scheme, and visualize a future where everything is awesome. But executing plans? A lot of people struggle with that. A few months ago, I did a poll on the AoM WhatsApp Channel (give us a follow!) asking what members were struggling with the […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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Odds & Ends: August 15, 2025

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2025/08/15

Veja Rio Branco II Mesh Sneakers. My trusty New Balance 574s finally gave out after years of faithful service, so I pulled the trigger on these retro-styled running shoes. I’d been eyeing them for awhile. I’m a fan of that classic 80s silhouette that works equally well with jeans or chinos. They’re not cheap, but […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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5 Ways to Wear an OCBD With Style

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2025/08/14

The Oxford cloth button-down — OCBD, for short — is a classic men’s style staple. Born on Ivy League campuses, it’s got a preppy pedigree that’s been adapted and refined by musicians and artists, students and professors, craftsmen and architects. The OCBD is the rare piece of clothing that straddles the line between polished and […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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A Back-to-School Game Plan for Dads

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2025/08/11

When you’re a busy dad, the first day of school can sneak up on you. One day you’re taking your family on a road trip through the American West, and then — BAM!— it’s the night before the first day of school, and your kids are still going to bed at midnight and you and […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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Skill of the Week: Effectively Traverse the Monkey Bars

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2025/08/10

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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Men Don’t Dress Like Boys

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2025/08/04

I’ve noticed something you’ve probably noticed too. Grown men dressing like boys. In a typical American restaurant, you’ll find 30- and 40-something men dressed like their pre-teen or teenage sons: Air Jordans, a graphic tee, and an oversized flat-brimmed ballcap. The puerility of men’s clothing is on full display at an American airport. You’ll see […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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Skill of the Week: Open a Coconut (With or Without...

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2025/08/03

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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Odds & Ends: August 1, 2025

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2025/08/01

Patagonia Provisions Lemon Olive White Anchovies. I’ve never been a canned fish guy, but after reading Michael Easter’s article about the nutritional benefits of anchovies, sardines, and mackerel, I decided to give these Patagonia Provisions a try. Turns out anchovies are nutritional powerhouses — packed with omega-3s, vitamins, minerals, and an impressive 20 grams of […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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The Passion for Achievement

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2025/07/31

Note: The following is an excerpt from Orison Swett Marden’s Be Good to Yourself, published in 1910. Whereas ceaseless striving is often framed through an antiseptic neurochemical lens — as merely a fruitless, desultory, dopamine-driven chase —or as an ethically questionable, if not outright malevolent, thirst for money and power, Marden’s framing of ambition is […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.

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