MRP continues to be a cornerstone of growth in my life. Thank you all! I'm far from perfect, but I'm a better man today than I was a year ago. Here are some big lessons.

  • Diet - Lifting is huge, but diet is also crucial. I went 70/30 paleo and love it. Basically, I cut out 90% of carbs and sugars. I'm now slim w/ abs poking out 24/7 even when I miss the gym fore a while. There are guys around with bigger muscles, but they all have the gut. And plenty of positive comments from the ladies has assured me that they'll take trim and athletic any day over muscles and fat.

  • Sass - Holy crap, once you see shit tests for what they are, you can understand everything. Seriously, I just started replying to women 80% of the time with funny sarcasm and it couldn't work better. Be quick and sassy. They eat it up. They love the banter. If you're a logical planner dude like me, it can be a bit hard not to address things head on, but trust me it's worth it. Amused Mastery & Agree and Amplify are magic.

  • Dress - Gain an SMV point or 2 overnight with better dress. I still highly suggest the slim-fit button down and flat-front pant (or clean jean) look for 90% of occasions.

  • Attitude - Life is rough. Some people have been through things that I can't begin to comprehend. Wars, accidents, deaths, disease, poverty, and more. If you're reading this then you've either lived through some rough stuff or been lucky. Either way, you choose to be here every day. So, choose to be positive to. Be your own man. Don't let your fat harpy, idiot boss, lazy coworkers or anyone else ever determine your attitude. You set it. You stick with it. Outcome Independence and Holding Frame are crucial. If your positive/optimistic and calm attitude is stronger than the shit around you, you will succeed. People want to be around someone who can stay calm and happy when others crumble.

  • Puppy - I got a puppy and she rocks. Jesus I'm learning a lot about non-verbal communication. If you want to test your basic leadership skills, get a puppy and train it. I've learned that everything she does that I don't like is my fault, because I haven't trained her on what to do and what not to do. She's begging for guidance from me. Note - If you already have kids, this may not be as helpful.

  • MMA or Self Defense Classes - They get you out of the house regularly while learning a valuable skill. You'll feel more confident. You'll battle as men are built to. You'll come home happy and sweaty.

  • Bull Shit - Learn to BS. The most successful people I know are ones who can confidently BS when their luck or skill runs out. Luck, BS and skill are the 3 things you need. Don't say more than you need to. Don't justify when you don't need to. Say what you need confidently then get back to work.

  • Motorcycle - I don't see them mentioned much here, but they are pretty much all that is man. I just got mine 6 months ago. There's so much to appreciate about it. You need to stay 100% focused while riding. When you go riding you don't need to have any other plan than, "I'm going riding". It's a great solo activity. It's also a great activity with your wife. Mine loves riding to small towns for a meal with me. Getting on the back and squeezing me tight on back roads definitely gives her the tingles. Walking around with sexy ass motorcycle jacket and gear also gets the looks from everyone else. This is one single amazing source of manliness satisfaction.

  • Be Engaged - I find myself not entirely focused all too often. I'm half engaged at work or at home. The goal is to be fully engaged in whatever activity we as free-willed men choose to do.

Rock on MRP men. You are truly changing your life and the lives of others.