Happy New Year, friends! In a brief solo episode of Humans in Love, I wanted to share a few thoughts on love, loss, and Leonard Cohen. More specifically: how I'm approaching the recent loss of loved ones, breakups, and more. But don't worry: I don't think this is a downer of an episode. Quite the contrary, if I may say so myself. https://youtu.be/m4pc6D92SJg Here's to a tremendous 2020. Hope you're as excited about it as I am. Please don’t forget: If you’re enjoying … [Read more...]
#19 – Managing Risk in Marriage and Dating with Dr. Shawn T. Smith
Dr. Shawn T. Smith is a clinical psychologist based in Denver, Colorado. He's also the author of one of the most important books I've read over the past year. The Tactical Guide to Women: How Men Can Manage Risk in Dating and Marriage is a comprehensive examination of the potential risks of marrying the wrong woman, and how unmarried men can determine whether or not a potential partner is a good choice for marriage. More than that, it's a solid overview of what makes a good long-term … [Read more...]
#18 – The Danger of Pornography, Masturbation, and #NoFap with GoldJacketLuke
GoldJacketLuke (Luke Eilers) is a popular YouTube personality with over 60,000 subscribers. Luke makes videos on a range of topics from seduction, sexuality, personal development, and more recently pornography, masturbation, and the burgeoning #nofap movement. Luke was a self-described "addict" when it came to pornography, which led him to exploring the dangers of pornography and excessive masturbation, and making a very revealing and intimate series of videos about his journey. I … [Read more...]
#17 – Building Better Relationships, and No More Mr. Nice Guy with Dr. Robert Glover
Dr. Robert Glover is the author of one of the most influential self-help books of the past twenty years. If there ever was a book written for the 21st century man, it's No More Mr. Nice Guy. Along with David Deida's The Way of the Superior Man, I find myself recommending Dr. Glover's opus to my male clients and readers more than any other book. It's that good. From Amazon: Dr. Robert Glover has dubbed the "Nice Guy Syndrome" trying too hard to please others while neglecting one's own … [Read more...]
Think Long And Hard About Your Own Death If You Want To Live
Tonight a good man died, and I don’t use that adjective lightly. When I met him he had a plump nose, a frizzled patch of thin grey hair, and drooping, peach-grey ears. He wore no glasses, and his eyes seemed to be at least one size too small to match the rest of his face. He walked slow but proud, and it was clear that his sense of wonder had not aged along with his body. He asked you questions, and you could tell he was genuinely curious to know the answer. He had a funny little smile which … [Read more...]