With an even greater awareness and appreciation for the outdoors, life’s stresses have a way of fading into the background.
Honoring the Hero Within Yourself
Heroes are quite important for people to see and hear. Sometimes, though, the hero bubble gets burst and their humanity appears.
Bullying Meets Its Match
After years of abuse at school, Claire Tietgen wanted to die. Now, though, she’s found a reason for living thanks to Mixed Martial Arts.
The Timeless Art of Ranting and How to Give It Up
When an event or person does something upsetting, there is a natural tendency to want to rant. Joe Rutland talks about this pattern of behavior and a possible solution.
5 Things I’ve Learned About Motivating Myself and Achieving My Dreams
Joe Rutland understands that even at 50 years old chasing dreams is possible and noble.
Baseball’s Ambassador of Playing Two: Remembering Ernie Banks
Die-hard Chicago Cub fans and baseball fans are reflecting upon the incredible career and life of Ernie Banks, forever tied to one team and one town.
Show Me the Money!
Joe Rutland believes that a man’s worth is not determined by the size of his bank account.
The Hard Conversations Are Always Worth It
Do you find yourself wanting to chat with people at an honest, real level yet can’t do it? Joe Rutland considers the power in having hard conversations that matter.
In Today’s Society, it’s Still Cool to be a Gentleman
Debates rage around what makes up a gentleman’s life as roles are being redefined in our world. Joe Rutland suggests that being a gentleman is still hip.
If a Man Wants a Better Life He Must Write a Different Story
Identifying and understanding where old messages hinder a person’s progress in life is important. Joe Rutland believes that it is possible to change those messages, even if it takes time.
Ho-Ho-Hmm … Give Yourself the Gift of an Easy, Sane Holiday Season
Stressing out over last-minute shopping? Losing your cool inside to outside conditions? Joe Rutland puts forth an idea that might help bring balance to it all.
Vulnerable Men: We’re Hot, We’re Sexy and—Believe It or Not Women—We’re Right Here
In relationships, does vulnerability matter? Joe Rutland offers insights about this question and the topic itself.
Lessons from a Flat Tire: Keeping Your Cool When a Life Storm Hits
A comedy of errors turns into some profound lessons for Joe Rutland as he tells the story of sleeping with the enemy … himself … inside his own car.
A Father, A Son, and Making Up For Lost Time
With the holiday season upon everyone, Joe Rutland takes some time to remember how a once-broken relationship with his dad became one of his greatest gifts.
Having a Healthy Imagination is Good for Men
Joe Rutland offers a clarion call for all men to tap into the power of imagination and let their lives become fuller and richer every day.
The ‘F’ Word and Staying Engaged With Life in Each Precious Moment
Lacking focus and aim throughout a man’s life can leave him wondering—and wandering—in different directions. Joe Rutland knows a thing or two about not being totally on the mark all the time.