October 2013 | The Art of Manliness

An adult dad walks with two children wearing backpacks toward a yellow school bus parked in a lot on a sunny, back-to-school day.

A Back-to-School Game Plan for Dads

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Podcast #1,056: The 80/80 Marriage — A New Model for a Happier, Stronger Relationship

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Podcast #1,039: What’s Behind the Rise of Parent-Child Estrangement?

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Take the D Word Off the Table

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Podcast #1,072: Men Don’t Run in the Rain — And 7 Other Essential Lessons for Being a Man

Three people with backpacks stand on a mountain trail, overlooking a scenic valley bathed in sunlight. One, guided by fatherly instinct, points out the view—launching kids into moments of wonder and discovery.

The Dad Instinct: How Fathers Prepare Kids for the Wider World

A family of four in a lively kitchen scene showcases their unique parenting style. The father playfully holds an upside-down child, while the mother, embracing another parenting moment, stands with a child joyfully perched on her back.

The 4 Parenting Styles (And Which One Is Best)

A man and a boy are repairing a bicycle tire outside. Demonstrating the skills of successful fathers, the man carefully explains each step while the boy watches closely, eager to learn.

Some Reasons Why Some Men Are Successful Fathers

Two people sit on a sofa facing each other, engaged in conversation during a Marriage Checkup, with large windows and greenery visible in the background.

The Yearly Marriage Checkup

A group of men in black shirts stand outdoors in a circle, raising their joined hands together in a gesture of unity—building tribe and creating communities of men.

Podcast #1,068: Building Tribe — How to Create and Sustain Communities of Men

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Podcast #1,060: No, There Isn’t a Loneliness Epidemic (And That May Be an Even Bigger Problem)

In a dimly lit room, the person stares intently at the laptop screen, immersed in the impact of an intriguing podcast.

Podcast #1,058: The Science of Porn: Myths, Facts, and Overlooked Issues

Four people sit at a table in a café, engaged in conversation while drinking from teacups.

Podcast #1,070: How to Have the Manners and Charm of a Proper English Gentleman

A man in a white shirt talks to a woman in dark clothing at a dimly lit bar; both appear engaged, exchanging classic 1995 flirting tips as they navigate how to flirt in the nostalgic nightlife setting.

How to Flirt Like It’s 1995

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Podcast #1,052: Stop Saying Um (And Fix the Other Vocal Tics That Are Sabotaging Your Speaking)

Three men in suits are smiling and conversing in a room with patterned wallpaper, their sense of humor evident. One man holds a cigarette, adding to the laid-back atmosphere where nobody seems to take themselves too seriously.

Why We Value a Sense of Humor (And Distrust People Who Take Themselves Too Seriously)

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A man's-man guacamole recipe served on a white plate with lime wedges.

5 Awesome Recipes for the Man’s-Man

An old photo of a family posing in front of a car, trying to figure out how to fit their children inside.

Figuring Out How Many Children to Have

1 flannel shirt and 7 Halloween costumes.

1 Flannel Shirt, 7 Halloween Costumes

A man in a suit sitting on a bench in a park.

Art of Manliness Podcast Episode #52: Real Men Real Style With Antonio Centeno

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Dining Etiquette and Table Manners [VIDEO]

Understanding what men like in men is an engaging topic for discussion and debate.

What Men Like in Men: An Argument from 1902

Two men consider starting a business in an invaluable shop.

Want to Start a Business? Consider These 5 Invaluable Lessons Before Diving In

A man in a military uniform is holding an important watch.

The Eisenhower Decision Matrix: How to Distinguish Between Urgent and Important Tasks and Make Real Progress in Your Life

Makeshift tin of sardines in olive oil.

Power’s Out and in a Pinch? How to Create 5 Makeshift Urban Survival Lights

Conquer FOMO with these 4 crushing questions.

Fighting FOMO: 4 Questions That Will Crush the Fear of Missing Out

A group of people hiking up a mountain, adhering to Hiking Etiquette.

6 Reminders on Hiking Etiquette

A man is performing Wind Sprints while holding a Battle Rope in front of a garage.

Wind Sprints for Your Arms: 15 Battle Rope Exercises

A commercial fisherman in orange gear sitting on a boat.

So You Want My Job: Commercial Fisherman

A drawing of a man sitting in a chair and reading a book to a woman, capturing the essence of family tradition.

60+ Family Tradition Ideas

An old advertisement for a flashlight features a man carrying the latest in flashlights.

Every Man Should Carry a Torch: A Primer on Flashlights

In a blue shirt, a woman stands in front of a large screen.

Art of Manliness Podcast Episode #51: The Defining Decade With Dr. Meg Jay

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How Not to Make Your Parents’ Money Mistakes

A heartwarming painting capturing the positive family culture and establishing family traditions, featuring children in a car with a dog.

Creating a Positive Family Culture: The Importance of Establishing Family Traditions

A painting of a family in front of a car, ensuring the home is in tip-top shape.

Keep Your House in Tip-Top Shape: An Incredibly Handy Home Maintenance Checklist

A truly valuable black and white photo of an Antarctic expedition ship in the snow.

What They Left and What They Kept: What an Antarctic Expedition Can Teach You About What’s Truly Valuable

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