Category: Wisdom for Men

Some people take themselves way too seriously. I know at times, I do. However, I’ve learned that having a healthy sense of humor, even laughing at yourself on occasion, can lead to a more balanced and joyful life.  I was reminded of this principle recently after seeing an internet meme based on a famous line from the movie The Dark Knight released in 2008. The line, “Why so serious?” comes from Heath Ledger’s performance as the villainous Joker. In Ledger’s most powerful scene of the movie, the Joker describes the physical and emotional scars inflicted by his father, which gives viewers insight into why The Joker was so deranged. The movie was a huge success but sadly gained extra attention after Ledger’s tragic death before the movie’s premiere. As I wrote in my previous post, Understanding Your Past Shapes Your Future, every man should address the significant wounds of his

This quote from Scottish author, poet, minister, and pioneer of modern fantasy literature, George MacDonald (1824-1905) reminds us about an important aspect of all relationships: trust. In many ways, trust is key to any meaningful or serious relationship — whether it’s in marriage, a close friendship, or even a professional connection. Trust binds people together and strengthens relationships. I’ve written that Developing Trust is one of the most important Traits of a GodBuddy Relationship. You can build it quickly and lose it even quicker without confidentiality, which is one of the main reasons Why Friendships End.  Tom Eisenman, author of The Accountable Man: Pursuing Integrity Through Trust and Friendship writes that male friendships need absolute confidentiality. His rule is that you will share nothing outside the relationship unless you have permission. Even the smallest things that seem of no consequence, are held in strict confidence. Once someone violates this rule,