Order Of Man: Protect | Provide | Preside

Our innate pursuit of comfort is the enemy of achievement and, yet, we’ve failed collectively to keep our biological hardwiring to seek the path of least resistance in check. Why is that? Why is it that we know we should seek discomfort yet find it so difficult to do?   That’s the topic of my conversation today with Michael Easter, the author of The Comfort Crisis. Today, Michael and I discuss the damage of helicopter and “snow plow” parenting, the psychological programming that keeps us from achievement, the concept of Mysogi and embracing annual challenges, how a healthy relationship with death keeps people fulfilled, and ultimately what you can do to overcome the Comfort Crisis that permeates every fabric of society.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   Life really isn’t that hard Parents seeking guidance from, rather thank giving guidance to, their kids Snow plow parenting Measuring happiness The value in considering your own death Challenges are required for true happiness Finding the balance between seeking comfort an

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses why men need to stop swinging for the fence and just try to get on base. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Men constantly swing for the fence, trying to get the results without putting in the work. Wins should not be defined by the outcome, they should be defined by the process - the results will take care of themselves. Write down small wins, experience big results.   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen battle through technical issues and travel fatigue to tackle some of Instagram’s hottest questions.  Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ 6:10 Do you think its a duty for men to train our minds and bodies to protect the people we hold dear? 7:20 How can you make sure you are investing enough time in family? 10:00 What are some ideas for ‘rights of passage’ for becoming a man? 11:30 Any tips for maintaining a consistent workout routine after having a baby? 14:00 What is one skill you wish you had but you do not? 17:00 What are some recommendations for a beginner archery hunting bow? 21:40 Have you ever thought of competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? 23:30 What are some book recommendations for my ten-year-old son? 24:45 Who would you recommend to follow on Instagram? 26:15 When starting a business, do you prefer to take out a small business loan or find an investor? 31:00 Are there certa

My guest today needs no introduction. Most of you might know him as Survivorman. His name is Les Stroud and he is a legend in the nature, wildlife, and survival communities (for good reason).   Now, I thought we’d be talking all about survival strategies and techniques today but we immediately took the conversation deeper and covered everything from our disagreements on the Boys Scouts new rules allowing girls, why women tend to be better survivalists and what gets in men’s way, our responsibility to contribute to society and the 3 ways we can, what the “joy of completion” means and how to harness it, and how to become our own survivorman in every facet of life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   Why women tend to perform better in certain survival situations How ego gets in a mans way in a survival situation Value of women being included in Boy Scouts The importance of adult male mentorship to young males How to overcome the lack of early mentorship as a young man The benefits and drawbacks of having a chip on your shoul

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses facilitating personal growth by creating environments where you can suffer - physically, mentally, emotionally, or spiritually.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   In light of life being relatively easy, we must deliberately and intentionally create hardship for ourselves in controlled environments Manufacturing hardship is not about playing the victim card In your training, choose the path of MOST resistance Distinguish between sources of fear: “is this going to kill me” or “is this just going to make me uncomfortable”   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready ⠀ Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen discuss how single men can positively impact fatherless boys, how to hold the line after past failures, and so much more. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ 5:20 What made you choose Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu over any other martial art? Can someone get the same lessons elsewhere? 12:32 Have you ever used BJJ outside of the gym in a real world situation? 22:30 How can a single man can effectively invest in the lives of fatherless boys? 25:40 How do you identify the shit test from your wife and kids and what are some ways to start laying a line without being an ass? 36:40 What investment books do you recommend? 42:00 How do you draw a distinction between the desire to advance and grow in your work and career and the biblical mandate to be content with where you are? 52:20 What are your opinions on the effects of the housing shortage on millennials? 59:45 Do you have a recommendation for a

My guest today is none other than Rickson Gracie, the son of Helio Gracie (the man who developed Brazilin Jiu-Jitsu). Rickson is a 9th degree red belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a mixed martial artist.   He was widely considered to be the best fighter of the Gracie clan and one of the toughest individuals in the world. He’s been training since he was six, received his black belt by 18, and subsequently went on to be undefeated in his professional fight career.   He is also the author of his upcoming book, Breathe: A Life in Flow, the subject of the documentary, Choke, and the upcoming Netflix Documentary called Dead or Alive.   Needless to say, this man knows as much about Jiu-Jitsu (if not more than) as any other as any other man on the planet and I’m honored to have him here today.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:   Jiu-Jitsu is more mental than physical How does warrior mindset in Jiu-Jitsu translate to improving in other areas of life Respect for the Gracie name and art of Jiu-Jitsu Finding value from external pressur

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses the seven pitfalls to avoid if you want to find more fulfillment and satisfaction in your relationship.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   #1 Ditching your friends, hobbies, or activities for her #2 Clamming up #3 Failing to establish boundaries #4 Not showing interest in her interests #5 Stop courting your wife #6 Undermining your own credibility #7 Improving yourself for the wrong reasons   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready.   Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner and maximize your week.

In this week’s ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen are finally back together.  In the midst of increasing censorship, we hope this episode makes it to you, as Ryan and Kipp tackle some of this week’s most thought provoking questions.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.     SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   3:57 - What are your thoughts on UFC 264? 10:00 - Do you have any tips on how to get a clear mind and prioritize things? Is there a process you use to do this? 17:00 - How do you battle plan for a day when you are on vacation? 23:00 - Do you have any tricks for not getting exhausted or burnt out while working a job and trying to build a business? 27:46 - When starting a new job or working to build a stronger network, is it wise to allow new friendships to begin or focus on getting rid of those I don’t want in my circle first? 31:40 - What is your favorite wild game recipe? 34:40 - How do I prepare my 6-year-old for football? 37:10 - When should we build our new hom

Brandon Tatum is a former All-American football player, police officer, and now, political commentator. He is also the author of the upcoming book, Beaten Black and Blue which chronicles his time as a police officer and the tensions between police officers and the public. Today, we talk about why the terms “white privilege” and “toxic masculinity” don’t paint an accurate picture of what’s going on in society, America’s place and position on the world stage, the power and undermining of the nuclear family, the modern male’s role in society, the truth behind Marxist movements (including BLM). SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Creating unnecessary division Using words to trigger emotion The proliferation of porn and sex Using language to manipulate The privilege of having a father Being an All-American athlete Growing up around violence Taking life in a new direction Creating your own reality The never-ending lie of racism  Contributing everything to God Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? S

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler shares seven points to help maintain your frame as a man. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS #1 People will work against you #2 Evaluate other people’s motives #3 Establish, communicate, and uphold boundaries #4 Disengage or defend your position #5 Stop unnecessary emotion #6 Maintain the long-term perspective #7 Eliminate your ego Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

ASK ME ANYTHING is a weekly show dedicated to helping men step fully into their role as protector, provider, and presider. In this week's episode, Ryan Michler discusses rekindling the sexual fire, dealing with a narcissistic mother-in-law, and so much more. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 1:53 What are the best strategies to pay down debt? 6:15 Can science help develop us as men? 7:30 Can you reframe a relationship and the dynamic between a man and woman? 13:00 How can I create a rite of passage for my children? 15:00 How do you help others take responsibility for their own lives? 18:05 How do you deal with a narcissist mother-in-law? 21:47 How do I rekindle the sexual fire after kids? 25:25 Why have you stopped asking what it means to be a man? 28:59 Can you do too much self-development and neglect other areas in your life? 34:55 How do explain to your kids about the true meaning of the 4th of July?  37:33 What point would you give up a rela

If you turn on the news or any social media apps, you’re likely to be met with a myriad of fantastic headlines, the latest political scandal, racial tensions, violence, or any number of issues these outlets use to get our attention. Of course, most of this is exaggerated to get us worked up without providing any real solutions to some of the issues that actually exist. My guest today, Suresh Madhaven, and I begin to break down some of these issues and work towards unpacking and discussing solutions rather than focus on the outrage that is used against us. We talk about the importance of men’s rites of passages, breaking down the concept of systemic racism, crying wolf on the real issues, movements against masculinity, and the role of men in a fatherless society. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS A boy’s coming-of-age Defining systemic racism The term “white privilege” The real victims of racism The greatest lie being told The lack of police training Steps to avoid the police Framework to live your life Want maximum health, w

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler shares the origin of Order of Man and four lessons he learned along the way. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS #1 Humble Yourself #2 Pursue Your Interests #3 Don’t Burn The Boat #4 Minimum Viable Product Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Kipp Sorensen is flying solo and shares his insight into man's most pressing questions. Follow Order of Man on Instagram at @orderofman and share what’s working in your life. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 2:50 What has it been like to work with Ryan and Order of Man? 7:40 How can a man stay vigilant and protect his family when out in public? 10:15 Is there a problem with overthinking things? 16:40 How can I as a nephew help my uncle who’s battling with depression?  19:46 Why do most men prefer to drink beer than get out in nature? 21:15 How can I get my autistic children more active and away from video games? 25:15 What are some steps to put ego in check? 31:03 Can you recommend a book other than the ones you guys always recommend? 33:30 How do you help people take responsibility for their lives? 35:50 What should I consider before joining the Iron Council? 39:02 What is the best way to build on a victory? 40:50 Do you focus on a promotion or side hustle? 43:50 How can one keep intentions p

We’ve all heard people say, “You’ve got to pay your dues” or the concept of the 10,000-hour rule. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? What if you could skip the line, so to speak, and accelerate the results of your life while everyone else stands in line simply waiting for their turn. That’s what my guest today, the one and only James Altucher, and I discuss – how to use the concept of 10,000 experiments, not 10,000 hours. We talk about why “stay in your lane” is bad advice, how to become the top 1% in your field much more efficiently, how to become an idea-generating machine, harnessing the power of “idea sex,” and how to creatively add value to others so you can win faster. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The importance of good storytelling Why you should NOT stay in your lane Caring what the right people think The Concept of 10,000 hours The upside of experimenting  Dividing your skills into micro-skills How to generate new ideas Finding and creating new opportunities How to never run out of ideas Want maximum h

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler shares five tips to help you navigate the challenging evolution of marriage. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS #1 Establish realistic expectations #2 Be vigilant in your marriage #3 Continue to foster growth #4 Be effective in your communication #5 Keep the spark alive Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.

Ryan Michler is back with your weekly ASK ME ANYTHING, a show dedicated to helping men step fully into their role as protector, provider, and presider. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 1:25 How do you look at risk vs. reward? 5:44 What is a rite of passage example? 9:25 Have you ever considered doing a father/daughter Legacy event? 12:37 What does it mean to be a man? 20:05 What’s the greatest challenge to building a band of brothers? 24:40 Any advice for stepdads? 26:33 How do you know when to pivot into something different? 30:28 What would you say as a speaker at a high school graduation? 33:45 Is there a protocol to follow when you have too many options? 36:33 Are meat bags for hunting nothing more than extra strong trash bags? 37:49 Is being told to “suck it up” good advice for a man? Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready Download the NEW Order of Man T

Today, I am joined by Dr. Brian Ray, one of the world’s foremost authorities on home-based education and the founder of the National Home Education Research Institute. We cover a broad range of topics here including the stigmas around “homeschooling,” common misconceptions like lack of socialization and parents being unqualified to educate, where and why the world started to move away from schooling at home, the threats to homeschooling, and ultimately why all families, at a minimum, should consider home-based education. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Throwing out the word “homeschooling" Giving children too much authority Using your wisdom to lead children Common homeschool objections Treating children like cattle Conflict management and kids Empowering kids to have a voice A father’s moral obligation The practical application to life The pitfalls to avoid in homeschooling Living a life without social media Getting on board with home education Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign u

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler shares personal insight into one of his greatest challenges when it comes to ambition and success. Hit Ryan up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share what’s working in your life.   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready Download the NEW Order of Man Twelve-Week Battle Planner App and maximize your week.