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The Masculinity Manifesto: How a Man Establishes Influence, Credibility and Authority
Men are not the enemy, and masculinity, contrary to what much of popular culture would have you believe, is the solution to what plagues individuals, families, and society as a whole.
Men have a moral obligation to lead themselves and others well. Unfortunately, much of society has bought into and perpetuated the misguided idea that men have become the enemy of all that is right and good in a virtuous and thriving society. In short, even the concept of a Patriarch (which is simply the male leader of a home, organization, or community) has become taboo, and masculinity itself has been written off as a toxic and destructive force.
In The Masculinity Manifesto, author and podcaster Ryan Michler focuses on how a man can wield his power and lead others well with influence, credibility, and authority. Ryan refuses to accept the gradual and intentional decay of masculinity, instead he chooses to tackle the questions others are afraid to address. The Masculinity Manifesto empowers men to find true purpose and fulfillment by taking responsibility for their lives and serving others.
A man who exercises his responsibility to lead himself and others well is not to be feared, undermined, or rejected but embraced, respected, and honored. Men, after all, aren’t the enemy, and masculinity, contrary to what much of what popular culture would have you believe, is the solution to what plagues individuals, families, and society as a whole.
Men have a moral obligation to lead themselves and others well. Unfortunately, much of society has bought into and perpetuated the misguided idea that men have become the enemy of all that is right and good in a virtuous and thriving society. In short, even the concept of a Patriarch (which is simply the male leader of a home, organization, or community) has become taboo, and masculinity itself has been written off as a toxic and destructive force.
In The Masculinity Manifesto, author and podcaster Ryan Michler focuses on how a man can wield his power and lead others well with influence, credibility, and authority. Ryan refuses to accept the gradual and intentional decay of masculinity, instead he chooses to tackle the questions others are afraid to address. The Masculinity Manifesto empowers men to find true purpose and fulfillment by taking responsibility for their lives and serving others.
A man who exercises his responsibility to lead himself and others well is not to be feared, undermined, or rejected but embraced, respected, and honored. Men, after all, aren’t the enemy, and masculinity, contrary to what much of what popular culture would have you believe, is the solution to what plagues individuals, families, and society as a whole.
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Published September 27, 2022
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September 10, 2022
It is important to have men. It is important to be a man. This book offers a clear and compelling case for lost attributes and qualities of manhood-real manhood. In a culture of selfishness and weakness, saturated with 'feelings,' this book is a breath of fresh air and reality.
February 8, 2023
It would be easy in today's culture to look at the title of this book and wonder, "What sort of nonsense is this? All this does is teach men how to be more toxic and controlling." Unfortunately, such a response would be the result of two things. The first reason is that you didn't actually open the book. The second reason being that sp much of our language has been hijacked for negative purposes. This book is simply about embracing the fact that God created you to be a man and what that means. Not just a male, because that is simply a birth right/circumstance, but to be a man. To show up and be credible because you have worked on yourself and earned experience in life by not giving up. What it means to be influential in way that builds up others and serves them rather than bending them to your will. How a man exercises authority in his work, home, and job. Again, not in a way that pushes others down, but instead lifts himself and others up to reach the full potential God has placed in them. Being a male is not enough. To be a man is to rise above the circumstances around you, to sacrifice, to pick yourself up, and to serve and lead others to do the same for their own fulfillment. These are things I have struggled with at times and hope to be always improving and getting better at. I'll probably be striving for a better version of myself until they lay me in the ground, but perfection is not the goal. Instead, it is about mastery of oneself in the building up of those around us.
November 14, 2023
Ryan, I appreciate all of your hard work. I will definitely be reading this book again and again. A classic that needs to be read by every man!
March 26, 2023
An interesting book on what it means to be a MAN. Ryan Michler affirms in his masculinity manifesto that being a male is a birthright while being a man is a choice ! We, as males, have to make the choice to become MEN. Becoming a man is a process. A process that leads one to overcome his weak self on a daily basis. A man provides, protects and leads for his people. It’s a biological fact supported by societal construction. A man is the one in charge , the one who needs to take full responsibility of his life to serve those around him effectively. A man is a male who lives with purpose. Being a man means a lot. Becoming a man is crucial for any male who wants to grow and influence. We must learn how to appropriately manage our emotions and use them to fuel our craft, rather than being enslaved by them. We must become better to let our light shine and empower our families and those around us. By becoming his best self, a man is well-equipped physically, mentally and emotionally to help others. The easy modernity we live in tends to make us weak and inappropriately prepared for hard times. It’s our job and our responsibility as men to get ready and to prepare ourselves for the inevitable challenges that will come. We must get used to doing hard things, emotionally, physically and mentally, by training our bodies, minds and spirits. It’s a must for men because most of the time , it’s our job to lead our siblings, children. A man who’s in service to others and in a position of great leadership(credibility , authority and influence ) is living a fulfilled life.
So as males, we must learn to become men by getting better every single day.
So as males, we must learn to become men by getting better every single day.
September 25, 2022
To say men get mixed messages these days is an understatement. As a father of three boys and as a son who had a great father, but did not connect with him at a deep level, I have felt left to my own devices in trying to figure out how to really be a good father and develop deep relationships with my sons. While I fully committed my time and energy to my sons, I don’t really know how to connect with them at an emotional and spiritual level and, in fact, society tells you to do the opposite. It is telling men to seek after themselves and to leave responsibility behind. It tells us, in no uncertain terms, through media, movies and culture, that masculine men are a thing of the past. Nothing could be farther from the truth and we need men to start standing up and articulating why the masculine traits that have been demonized are so critical to the survival of society. I honesty believe the breakdown of the family unit is the foundational cause of the societal decay that is escalating quickly in western culture. I believe this largely falls on men as the rates of fatherlessness today are staggering.
I have been striving for years to find good information to support that feeling deep in my psyche that something was quite wrong with how society has been treating men. To be honest, a good deal of the material that I have come across, while espousing to tell you what ‘real’ men are, actually only reinforces what society was already spewing. While it focuses on manly traits, it still pushes men into focusing on themselves and actually drives men farther away from what society desperately needs from us. While I am new(ish) to the Order of Man and Ryan, this book (and all his podcasts) are a breath of fresh air and resonates perfectly with where I think we need to go as men. In this book, Ryan articulates the attributes of masculinity (which is different from being a male) and why they are not to be looked down upon, but should be celebrated and encouraged. They are, like any tool, critical to building better things if used properly. He convincingly lays out the rationale as to why these traits are so important and how you might get on the right path to leveraging them in the right way. I especially appreciate his emphasis on not simply reading about this, but that you must act to ‘move the needle’. I feel like I have been spending a great deal of time trying to find support for how I feel, but reading and researching is not enough.
To that end, I guess my only critique of the book would be that I think Ryan’s discussion in the section after the Conclusion about the Iron Council should be pulled forward and discussed more in the section ‘Live Like a Man’. I know Ryan firmly believes that the lone wolf mentality does not serve men well and he articulates the reason why finding other like-minded men is so critical in the section ‘Iron Council’. In my experience, this is one of the most difficult parts of the journey towards masculinity and I would incorporate the concepts behind the Iron Council right in the section about living the life of proper masculinity. Putting it after the Conclusion almost makes it seem like an after thought even though, in my opinion, it is absolutely key in taking the information in the rest of the book and applying it in your life. Knowing my tendencies, accountability is crucial and, at least for me, that can only come from other men.
I firmly believe this book is a necessity for men to, at least, start challenging the narrative of a world that is hostile to men. We are seeing the consequences of denigrating men now and we need to reclaim territory that has been lost in the culture war. Then I would encourage readers to find other like minded men to support each other in implementing this restoration in the world. We cannot do this alone.
I have been striving for years to find good information to support that feeling deep in my psyche that something was quite wrong with how society has been treating men. To be honest, a good deal of the material that I have come across, while espousing to tell you what ‘real’ men are, actually only reinforces what society was already spewing. While it focuses on manly traits, it still pushes men into focusing on themselves and actually drives men farther away from what society desperately needs from us. While I am new(ish) to the Order of Man and Ryan, this book (and all his podcasts) are a breath of fresh air and resonates perfectly with where I think we need to go as men. In this book, Ryan articulates the attributes of masculinity (which is different from being a male) and why they are not to be looked down upon, but should be celebrated and encouraged. They are, like any tool, critical to building better things if used properly. He convincingly lays out the rationale as to why these traits are so important and how you might get on the right path to leveraging them in the right way. I especially appreciate his emphasis on not simply reading about this, but that you must act to ‘move the needle’. I feel like I have been spending a great deal of time trying to find support for how I feel, but reading and researching is not enough.
To that end, I guess my only critique of the book would be that I think Ryan’s discussion in the section after the Conclusion about the Iron Council should be pulled forward and discussed more in the section ‘Live Like a Man’. I know Ryan firmly believes that the lone wolf mentality does not serve men well and he articulates the reason why finding other like-minded men is so critical in the section ‘Iron Council’. In my experience, this is one of the most difficult parts of the journey towards masculinity and I would incorporate the concepts behind the Iron Council right in the section about living the life of proper masculinity. Putting it after the Conclusion almost makes it seem like an after thought even though, in my opinion, it is absolutely key in taking the information in the rest of the book and applying it in your life. Knowing my tendencies, accountability is crucial and, at least for me, that can only come from other men.
I firmly believe this book is a necessity for men to, at least, start challenging the narrative of a world that is hostile to men. We are seeing the consequences of denigrating men now and we need to reclaim territory that has been lost in the culture war. Then I would encourage readers to find other like minded men to support each other in implementing this restoration in the world. We cannot do this alone.
August 31, 2022
The Masculinity Manifesto is the second of Ryan Michler’s books and is one every man should seek to possess and with which they should become familiar. The genre of this book is two-fold. Ryan has woven stories from his own life and introspective thoughts throughout the book, offering a somewhat pseudo-autobiographical lens from which he has distilled the lessons of influence, credibility, and authority. Though he utilizes such personal experiences, he involves the words of historical individuals and his contemporaries to drive home the points he makes. The second genre is that of personal development. Within the pages of this book is a call for men to respond, to engage, and to not remain stagnant. Often times, the words read as if Ryan is talking to you in-person, offering a direct and passionate expression of what he believes is the call on every man’s life: to protect, provide, and preside (the subject of his initial book Sovereignty: The Battle for the Hearts and Minds of Men).
The books structure is simple and accessible to most readers. Ryan briefly examines the scientific and culturally-adopted understandings of masculinity and their form throughout antiquity from which he derives the mission of manhood. He establishes and defines the concepts of influence, credibility, and authority through the lens of masculinity (Part I) before addressing the mindsets required to forge such a man (Part II). While it is not an exhaustive list (which he admits), it is a strong starting point for men to begin the journey of manifesting masculinity in their own life. Part III attempts to communicate the thirteen virtues that define masculinity, reimagining some that are deemed “harmful” and incorporating ones that aim to help men develop a sense of purpose, meaning, and fulfillment. Part IV is application: how do I use this information to bring about tangible change in my own life? It brings questions to the forefront of the individual’s mind that require answering and is empowering to the man who is honest and humble.
I really appreciated the structure of the chapters in which Ryan offers starting points and key themes to keep in mind as men seek to adopt the mindsets and virtues in Parts II & III. While the attempt to incorporate all of it into one’s personal life may be overwhelming, Ryan has essentially given men a metric to use to determine where they are in their development and how to build upon that foundation – what a wonderful asset! I think an element that could have enhanced some of Ryan’s points would be the use of diagrams or continuums. The addition would help men visualize some of the concepts more easily, one such opportunity being the continuum or depiction of creating a gap between our emotions and responses (Chapter VIII). I found the structure and syntax of certain parts of the book to be less scholarly than I am used to reading. Though this could be informed by my personal location, it could also have been intentional. Ryan is seeking to empower men of every background and may have decided to use more candid language to communicate the ideas contained within the book.
Overall, this book is an excellent read and I believe every man should seek to own it and incorporate its content into their daily life. The themes are timely, challenging in their invitation, and preparatory for the time ahead of us as a society. This book is written for men, both young and old. For the young man who has just finished high school, this will give them a head-start. For the man who has gained some experience in this world, it could be life-giving and empowering. This book offers men the opportunity to reclaim masculinity in their life and have a lasting impact on those around them.
The books structure is simple and accessible to most readers. Ryan briefly examines the scientific and culturally-adopted understandings of masculinity and their form throughout antiquity from which he derives the mission of manhood. He establishes and defines the concepts of influence, credibility, and authority through the lens of masculinity (Part I) before addressing the mindsets required to forge such a man (Part II). While it is not an exhaustive list (which he admits), it is a strong starting point for men to begin the journey of manifesting masculinity in their own life. Part III attempts to communicate the thirteen virtues that define masculinity, reimagining some that are deemed “harmful” and incorporating ones that aim to help men develop a sense of purpose, meaning, and fulfillment. Part IV is application: how do I use this information to bring about tangible change in my own life? It brings questions to the forefront of the individual’s mind that require answering and is empowering to the man who is honest and humble.
I really appreciated the structure of the chapters in which Ryan offers starting points and key themes to keep in mind as men seek to adopt the mindsets and virtues in Parts II & III. While the attempt to incorporate all of it into one’s personal life may be overwhelming, Ryan has essentially given men a metric to use to determine where they are in their development and how to build upon that foundation – what a wonderful asset! I think an element that could have enhanced some of Ryan’s points would be the use of diagrams or continuums. The addition would help men visualize some of the concepts more easily, one such opportunity being the continuum or depiction of creating a gap between our emotions and responses (Chapter VIII). I found the structure and syntax of certain parts of the book to be less scholarly than I am used to reading. Though this could be informed by my personal location, it could also have been intentional. Ryan is seeking to empower men of every background and may have decided to use more candid language to communicate the ideas contained within the book.
Overall, this book is an excellent read and I believe every man should seek to own it and incorporate its content into their daily life. The themes are timely, challenging in their invitation, and preparatory for the time ahead of us as a society. This book is written for men, both young and old. For the young man who has just finished high school, this will give them a head-start. For the man who has gained some experience in this world, it could be life-giving and empowering. This book offers men the opportunity to reclaim masculinity in their life and have a lasting impact on those around them.
September 18, 2022
A good book for the modern man. Following up from his first book Sovereignty, Ryan fleshes out his philosophy on what it takes for men to make a positive impact on all aspects of their lives. Followed up by questions and "thought experiments" that will help those interested in implementing changes in their own lives. Though at times Ryan does dip into religious discussions this doesn't detract from the book overall if you're not a religious person yourself. This is a great book for men in this modern age and a much needed rebuttal against some of the current narratives that surround men and masculinity. A worthwhile read.
December 20, 2022
The majority of the “manosphere” is filled with grifters and charlatans taking advantage of men’s misdirection, frustration and isolation. One only needs to look at a couple recent high profile scumbags to see this. Liver King. Andrew Tate.
However, there are a handful of really positive people out there. Ryan Michler is one of them. This book is not about resentment, victimhood or culture war aggrandizement. This book is about how men take their inherent masculine traits and channel them in a way that promotes positive outcomes for themselves, their family, and their community.
The writing is crisper and more direct than Ryan’s first book. (Which was by no means bad.) He details what he sees each trait as being vs how it is misconstrued by society at large. Then he details his thoughts on how to use it for positive outcomes and self-improvement and why not mastering (or suppressing) these traits can have negative consequences.
I also deeply appreciated the closing chapter of this book. Of course, like any leadership or self improvement book it asks you to reflect on how to put the advice into practice in your own life but it was surprisingly humble. Ryan asked the reader not to take what he said as gospel but to reflect on it and what aspects they may have disagreed with, what explanations they found lacking, and what they would add to it. It takes a lot of courage in the self-help sphere to be so humble, especially when most self-help books are promising miracle cures to all your problems. This isn’t. It’s making suggestions and asking you take what you thought of it and create your own manifesto and put that into action (with the hope you found what was in this book valuable.)
Highly recommended for men looking to improve themselves. It’s a bit of a backhanded complete but I thought it was a great improvement over Sovereignty. (Which is also worth reading.)
However, there are a handful of really positive people out there. Ryan Michler is one of them. This book is not about resentment, victimhood or culture war aggrandizement. This book is about how men take their inherent masculine traits and channel them in a way that promotes positive outcomes for themselves, their family, and their community.
The writing is crisper and more direct than Ryan’s first book. (Which was by no means bad.) He details what he sees each trait as being vs how it is misconstrued by society at large. Then he details his thoughts on how to use it for positive outcomes and self-improvement and why not mastering (or suppressing) these traits can have negative consequences.
I also deeply appreciated the closing chapter of this book. Of course, like any leadership or self improvement book it asks you to reflect on how to put the advice into practice in your own life but it was surprisingly humble. Ryan asked the reader not to take what he said as gospel but to reflect on it and what aspects they may have disagreed with, what explanations they found lacking, and what they would add to it. It takes a lot of courage in the self-help sphere to be so humble, especially when most self-help books are promising miracle cures to all your problems. This isn’t. It’s making suggestions and asking you take what you thought of it and create your own manifesto and put that into action (with the hope you found what was in this book valuable.)
Highly recommended for men looking to improve themselves. It’s a bit of a backhanded complete but I thought it was a great improvement over Sovereignty. (Which is also worth reading.)
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September 17, 2022In a world where "my" truth has replaced the truth, vulnerability and victimhood are viewed as strength...is it any wonder we see so many men confused by, and frustrated with, the discrepancy between who the world tells them they are and who they actually believe themselves to be?
Men, you are not toxic.
This is a well written and well thought out guide to regaining and restoring masculinity. Not the often described toxic "alpha male" or "lone wolf" bs type of masculinity, but true masculinity. The type masculinity that protects those not able to protect themselves. The type of masculinity that empowers our spouses and children, and those in our communities. The type of masculinity that leads the way through dark times.
Ryan Michler has done it again with "The Masculinity Manifesto" and written another outstanding guide for men. The way he uses his own personal experiences to demonstrate how we, as men, can change course for the better no matter our lot in life makes the concepts even more relatable and successful implementation attainable.
This is a must read for all men and men in the making (our sons). Go out there, men, find your purpose, and live a fulfilling life serving others!
Men, you are not toxic.
This is a well written and well thought out guide to regaining and restoring masculinity. Not the often described toxic "alpha male" or "lone wolf" bs type of masculinity, but true masculinity. The type masculinity that protects those not able to protect themselves. The type of masculinity that empowers our spouses and children, and those in our communities. The type of masculinity that leads the way through dark times.
Ryan Michler has done it again with "The Masculinity Manifesto" and written another outstanding guide for men. The way he uses his own personal experiences to demonstrate how we, as men, can change course for the better no matter our lot in life makes the concepts even more relatable and successful implementation attainable.
This is a must read for all men and men in the making (our sons). Go out there, men, find your purpose, and live a fulfilling life serving others!
September 20, 2022
I’m not athletic. Im not naturally very smart or a hard worker. I’m not a natural born leader. I’m not naturally a good man. I am these things because I try, and do, and work, and grind and make a choice every day to do it every day. Books like this, helps me put my thoughts in order. A book like this is like having a personal couch, speaking into your life, and giving you the right mindset to be the man you were born to be.
We owe it to ourselves, our children, our wives and all those that came before us to lead. This book is a great first step in that direction.
Ryan writes conversationally, he writes simply, but he writes on complex topics that we’ve forgotten as men.
A quote that really stood out to me was “IF YOU FIND YOURSELF LOOKING AROUND YOUR SPHERE OF INFLUENCE AND WONDERING WHY
THEY'RE NOT PERFORMING, TAKE A GOOD LOOK AT YOURSELF AND ASK WHY YOU'RE NOT PERFORMING. THEN DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT, FOR YOUR SAKE AND THE SAKE OF YOUR TEAM.” You have to do the work. No one is going to hand it to you. This book will help you with that.
We owe it to ourselves, our children, our wives and all those that came before us to lead. This book is a great first step in that direction.
Ryan writes conversationally, he writes simply, but he writes on complex topics that we’ve forgotten as men.
A quote that really stood out to me was “IF YOU FIND YOURSELF LOOKING AROUND YOUR SPHERE OF INFLUENCE AND WONDERING WHY
THEY'RE NOT PERFORMING, TAKE A GOOD LOOK AT YOURSELF AND ASK WHY YOU'RE NOT PERFORMING. THEN DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT, FOR YOUR SAKE AND THE SAKE OF YOUR TEAM.” You have to do the work. No one is going to hand it to you. This book will help you with that.
September 26, 2022
A book that really gets you to question yourself as a man. This book takes you on a journey by looking at Bearing the Burden, reviewing the Mindsets of Masculine Leadership, Harnessing Masculinity for Productive Outcomes and finally taking all that was reviewed in those parts creating you own personal manifesto to Live Lie a Man.
Each chapter was covered well by Ryan. The chapters that spoke the most to me were the chapters on Honesty (14) and Self-Respect (15), which I feel is sorely lacking in men today. A line that spoke to me from chapter 14 was, "Courage is the antidote to cowardice, and courage is all that is required to tell the truth. It takes courage because there is an overwhelming amount of risk involved
with being honest." Men are so easily swayed to lie. They are afraid of the repercussions of having the courage to tell the truth.
I plan on re-reading this book in the very near future. I will definitely be using Ryan's guide to create my own Masculine Manifesto.
Each chapter was covered well by Ryan. The chapters that spoke the most to me were the chapters on Honesty (14) and Self-Respect (15), which I feel is sorely lacking in men today. A line that spoke to me from chapter 14 was, "Courage is the antidote to cowardice, and courage is all that is required to tell the truth. It takes courage because there is an overwhelming amount of risk involved
with being honest." Men are so easily swayed to lie. They are afraid of the repercussions of having the courage to tell the truth.
I plan on re-reading this book in the very near future. I will definitely be using Ryan's guide to create my own Masculine Manifesto.
September 23, 2022
In a time where foundational pieces of society are being challenged, it was a refreshing reminder, revisit and read to read Masculinity Manifesto. Mr Michler reminds us as men what I grew up being taught. He lays out things that resonated inside of me, also have created great talking points with my son. Not to spoil the book but when you read it, be sure you need too, he uses an illustration about a tugboat and lighthouse that hit home so well for me. He summarized his ideas in the last chapter to help us revisit all his points. My only recommendation is to grab a journal or notebook to write things down. He did an excellent job of attacking a taboo subject in todays society (being a strong man) with strength and thought. I’m looking forward to sharing with my friends and brothers in life!
May 12, 2023
A rating between 4 and 5 - but in the Woke age, I’ll round it up to 5. Because that book is anti-woke. The author does not excuse himself when praising masculinity and even aggressiveness. Don't run away from what you are as a man, but fully embrace it. Life IS about fighting for Your goals. The path to happiness is NOT to settle. "Deep in his heart, every man longs for A Battle to Fight, an Adventure to live, and a Beauty to rescue." Boys and Men are both male. But what makes a man? A but consumes more than he produces. A man produces more than he consumes.
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This book is also about leadership, about being a leader, as a role model for men. If you want to build CREDIBILITY, be CREDIBLE. Start small, be consistent, don't fall backwards. At some point people will start asking YOU for council and direction.
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This book is also about leadership, about being a leader, as a role model for men. If you want to build CREDIBILITY, be CREDIBLE. Start small, be consistent, don't fall backwards. At some point people will start asking YOU for council and direction.
September 21, 2022
This is a very good book about Masculinity. Michler put a lot of thought and work into making this text applicable to a wide range of readers. If you are a man, regardless of if you have “made it”, are “making it”, or are near rock bottom, this will help you find your path forward. Use this as a handbook or lesson plan. It should not be read as a novel, rather as a roadmap for finding and achieving your full potential. At the end of this book, if you are a self centered quitter, you’ve just totally missed the point or are not willing to put effort into your life. Go back to the beginning, read again more slowly and join your fellow men in Protecting, Providing and Presiding in our families and communities. Enjoy! Well done Ryan.
August 14, 2023
If I could sum up my experience with Ryan’s book in one big idea it would be this: if you want more, you have to become more. And if you want a guide to help you along the path of becoming more, this book is a great option! I’ve enjoyed following Ryan off and on for several years and I found his latest book to be well thought out, well presented, and a very valuable resource to add to the canon of books for men seeking to become all God designed to be. If it interests you at all, I would highly recommend picking up a copy and dedicating the next few months to reading it deeply and (most importantly) intentionally implementing the things he talks about.
Favorite Quote: “Simply stated, if you want more, become more.”
Favorite Quote: “Simply stated, if you want more, become more.”
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September 27, 2022I've been been listening to Ryan's podcast from the beginning, and bought The Masculinity Manifesto based on my trust in him and his ideas. I expected a recap of his thoughts and his perspectives from what he presents online and in his first book, but I found this SO much more. From the simple layout of may masculinity is and can be to simple straight forward ways to leaner and improve. As the title on my review states, I wasn't looking to look inwards and find a way to improve, but here I am. The Masculinity Manifesto has me now reflecting and enthusiastically working to improve not only for myself, but my family and those others around me.
September 16, 2022
We’ll, I’m 60 and recently single. My brother told me a few years ago, before he passed, that I might want to look at the way I’m talking to my partner…. Now I know what he meant.
I’ve learned that I needn’t go around trying to look good in other’s eyes. I need to be a better man tomorrow than I am today. I’m relocating to a much more rural place and moving my carpentry business. Head down, re-boot and kick ass in the new place.
I no longer feel like I have to have approval from others, as long as I’m doing my best always. Thank you Ryan for your commitment.
I’ve learned that I needn’t go around trying to look good in other’s eyes. I need to be a better man tomorrow than I am today. I’m relocating to a much more rural place and moving my carpentry business. Head down, re-boot and kick ass in the new place.
I no longer feel like I have to have approval from others, as long as I’m doing my best always. Thank you Ryan for your commitment.
September 27, 2022
I believe that what Ryan says in this book should be something that all males consider. I don't use the word men because as stated in the book, not all males are men. Being a man is a choice and I believe that any male that desires to become a man or wants to further develop their masculinity, should pick up a copy of this book. Even though someone may not agree with all the points made in this book, I believe that learning a new perspective has made me a more capable person and I hope that it will serve me in the future as I hope to leave an impact on the world that we live in.
January 15, 2023
“Don’t be less than you’re capable of” instead, “be actively working on the ideal version of yourself.”
Michler and his work with Order of Man are providing a valuable and much needed service. Too many men are willing to be comfortable and meek. In doing so, they limit their impact on their families and communities.
Not a traditional self help approach but rather a roadmap with some concrete actions and techniques. Read it and the follow up with to live your masculine life more intentionally.
Michler and his work with Order of Man are providing a valuable and much needed service. Too many men are willing to be comfortable and meek. In doing so, they limit their impact on their families and communities.
Not a traditional self help approach but rather a roadmap with some concrete actions and techniques. Read it and the follow up with to live your masculine life more intentionally.
February 24, 2023
Action-oriented Content
As with all books, or content in general, there are things I agree with and some I don’t. With that said, there is a lot to glean from Ryan’s content - both in this book and his podcast. What I like the most from his content, including this book, is that it is not simply intended as a self-help resource with good suggestions, but it is action-oriented. Don’t be a consumer, be a producer. It provides no benefit to us to consume content and do nothing with it. Let’s get to work.
As with all books, or content in general, there are things I agree with and some I don’t. With that said, there is a lot to glean from Ryan’s content - both in this book and his podcast. What I like the most from his content, including this book, is that it is not simply intended as a self-help resource with good suggestions, but it is action-oriented. Don’t be a consumer, be a producer. It provides no benefit to us to consume content and do nothing with it. Let’s get to work.
September 15, 2022
I've been working with men and men's groups, around North America, for over 30 years. I'd have to say that Ryan Michler's book "Masculinity Manifesto" is EXCELLENT. It's just what is needed for men to study and people to hear. The current turmoil in the world today can only be resolved by men who follow what is being delivered in this book. Thank you Ryan, for the work you do. The world needs more men like Ryan Michler.
October 14, 2022
This book is written in a way where it almost feels like I am having a conversation with Ryan.
I have always enjoyed Ryan's genuine style writing as it makes his books a more personal experience rather than just hearing from an "expert".
There are not only some great reminders on what I can be focusing on regarding myself and how I can Show up best for those around.
Each chapter has actionable items in it which makes it feel more like a guide rather than just a "self-help" book.
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September 20, 2022A refreshing look at the qualities that help make a man who they are. The book does a great job of giving you a plan to shore up your weak areas and use your strengths to build on.
Ryan lays out the strategies and potential pitfalls along the road to becoming greater than you are. I would highly recommend.
Ryan lays out the strategies and potential pitfalls along the road to becoming greater than you are. I would highly recommend.
September 23, 2022
Ryan puts into words of thoughts and ideas about masculinity in this book that most men have difficulty articulating to others in day-to-day conversations. This is an excellent follow-up publication from his previous book 'Sovereignty'. The message Ryan delivers in this book is as consistent as his podcasting. Highly recommend the read!
July 19, 2023
This book is absolutely amazing. As a 15 year old who’s trying to get my life in order, this book showed me what I had little to no knowledge about before I read this. This is a book that praises and defines what masculinity truly means and how we can be more masculine in our lives. I would recommend this to anyone who is unsure of what to do with their lives.
September 27, 2022
Fantastic book. Ryan is great at communicating clearly and is very relatable to all of us. As a 25 year old man who is starting to really figure things out, this is vital reading. Do yourself a favor and get a copy.
November 25, 2022
Audiobook. Been following his podcast for years and read his other book. I loved this one. In a world seemingly devoid of common sense, it’s nice to read it. Also, loved his thoughts on being a leader. The journal prompts are going to be interesting to complete. Thanks!
September 23, 2022
A solid followup to an outstanding first book. Ryan continues his discussion of manliness in the USA, why it isn't where is should be, and how as men we can work to restore ourselves and our nation.
November 11, 2022
This is a great follow up to Ryan’s previous book Sovereignty.A common sense approach to masculinity that all men can benefit from .Highly recommended .
November 16, 2022
This is the best book I have read so far on masculinity in contemporary times. I highly recommend it.
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