A grandfather of four boys worries about their future in a girl-centered society.
The Old Tapes Weren’t All in My Head
What is uncovered during an organization project ends up helping an older guy understand his younger self and the changing times.
Men Are Changing … for the Better
Mark Sherman recalls two polite interactions with other guys that could have easily gone the other way.
Help is On the Way: We’ve Finally Noticed Boys’ Struggles
Mark Sherman is part of a growing bipartisan effort toward the establishment of a White House Council on Boys and Men.
“Sorry, It’s a Boy.”
Mark Sherman finds a second half Super Bowl commercial sexist against boys (and men)
Why I Hope Chelsea Clinton Has a Son
Mark Sherman believes that if Chelsea Clinton has another baby, its gender could make a big difference for boys and men in America.
How Impotence Led to a Great Sex Life: A Conversation with Author Michael J. Russer
Author and speaker Michael J. Russer shares how he is helping young men to eliminate the cycle of unfulfilling hook ups and achieve long-term extraordinary intimacy with their partner.
My Battle With a Bashful Bladder
Mark Sherman recounts his struggle with finding relief in public places.
An Older Guy Remembers His Youthful Sex Drive
As a young man, Mark Sherman thought there was something wrong with him because he was obsessed by thoughts of young women – until he talked to his friends.
The Mask
A super-short work of fiction by Mark Sherman that the Woodstock Times called “a great, psychodrama-short story (involving psychoanalysis, no less).”
The Long and Righteous Road
Mark Sherman says that our society is gradually recognizing the full humanity of all of us, even if it sometimes seems like it’s taking forever.
Boy Is Beautiful
Mark Sherman has four grandsons and wants boys who act in typical boy ways to feel good about themselves. Society, at least in schools, may be sending a different message.
“Please, Professor,” Give Me a B
A professor’s funny song from the 1970s anticipates the problem of young men not doing their best in college.
Dear Mr. President, Our Nation’s Boys Need Your Attention
Mark Sherman, a big fan of the President, asks him to call the nation’s attention to the problems facing boys and young men.
Yes, Ms. Warner, There Is a Boy Crisis
Mark Sherman finds serious issues with Judith Warner’s assertion that “boys are doing just fine.”
We Owe Our Sons What We’ve Given Our Daughters
Mark Sherman says that it’s time to give our sons the same attention and support we began giving our daughters 20 years ago.