Real Life Skills for Men
Man Skills used to be passed down through a rite of passage. It is the beginning of a new way of living, thinking, and being. From a boy to a man. Unfortunately, today, we do not have a rite of passage to go from a boy to a man. There are many cultures that do still have them. However, society has determined that a boy is considered an adult male when he turns 18, but does this really make him a man?
Without this rite of passage, young men have lingering doubts about who they are. In today’s world, too many men find themselves struggling for an awfully long time trying to figure this out. This has caused many to start life as an adult without any real-life skills.
Military boot camp is a rite of passage. It is going from being a civilian to military personnel, a warrior. For recruits going through Marine Corps boot camp, it is about earning the title, Marine!
During boot camp, the recruits develop the foundational tools of what is required to serve as a Marine. By the time one earns the title, they can shoot, move, and think like a Marine. They are now Marines and conduct themselves like so.
Graduating as a Marine does not mean training is over. Boot camp is just the beginning. There is still more to learn, but the foundation is set and ready to be built upon.
For too many men, there is no foundation. A parent has 18 years to instill into their son life skills that every man will need to deal with the difficulties of life.
Yet, proper instruction is often neglected. Without the proper foundation, a young boy/man will not be adequately prepared to face the coming struggles of life as an adult.
Without these skills, it becomes extremely easy to falter when life gets tough, when tough decisions need to be made, and how to mentally handle the complexities of the many different aspects that we call life.
What happens when one does not have the skills to deal with the many challenges that we all face?
Doubt.
Insecurity.
Low self-esteem.
Lack of confidence.
Lack of focus.
Inability to postpone pleasure.
Inability to make decisions and stick with them.
Lack of mental fortitude.
So when does a man develop these skills required to face life’s challenges?
The best time was before he turned 18. The second-best time is NOW.
If you are ready to develop the skills needed to face any challenge, then I would like to introduce you to what I call, Man Skills.
Man Skills is Proven Self Leadership Skills to Live Mentally Stronger and to Live With Purpose!
Man Skills is the shortcut for you to:
✓ Develop confidence in yourself
✓ Create a life you can be proud of
✓ Keep and build close friendships
✓ Create true happiness
✓ Learn to make decisions and stick with them
✓ Face any challenge with confidence
✓ Create a life with purpose and fulfillment
✓ Feel better about where your life is going
… and much, MUCH more!
These are the foundational skills that every man must have to live a good life, a life he can be happy and proud of.
Join me beginning May 2021.
Weekly Calls
Each week you will learn how to develop self-leadership skills. These skills will serve you for life. No matter what you may face in your lifetime, having these skills will allow you to take on any challenge you may face. You can call into these weekly calls wherever you are. Psychologists who study resilience note that building coping skills and a strong sense of purpose are exactly what make people better able to handle whatever life throws at them.
Weekly Coaching
During each call, I will provide personalized coaching for you, if you so choose. Your story and challenges are not unique. We can all learn and grow from each other’s challenges. Hearing what others are going through and what I share with them can also help you build your awareness and development.
Complete Support
You will also have additional access to me by email and text support. There are times where we do need some advice on a specific situation that may come up. You will have the option to send me an email or text and get your question answered right away.
This is your opportunity to start living your life to the fullest. You get a chance to get coaching and support for just over a dollar a day.
Take action now and start building your Man Skills today!
Want structured, guided training in these exact skills? Visit my course, “Life Training for Young Men.”—Check out our other courses for men’s personal and professional development at strongmenacademy.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What are “man skills”?
Man skills are the practical, self-leadership abilities — like discipline, emotional regulation, and purpose-driven living — that used to be passed down through rites of passage from one generation of men to the next.
Why don’t most men learn these skills today?
Modern society has largely lost the traditional rites of passage that once taught boys how to become men, leaving many without a clear model for building these skills on their own.
How can a man start building these skills as an adult?
It starts with intentionally seeking out structure and mentorship — through coaching, brotherhood, or community — rather than assuming these skills will develop automatically with age.
