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Copyright 2014 ? by Brett H. McKay

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ISBN 978-0-9891903-1-2

Semper Virilis Publishing PO Box 978 Jenks, OK 74037



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Table of Contents

Introduction...................................................................................................... 7 Day 1: Define Your Core Values......................................................................... 9 Day 2: Shine Your Shoes .................................................................................. 15 Day 3: Find a Mentor....................................................................................... 19 Day 4: Increase Your Testosterone.................................................................... 25 Day 5: Cultivate Your Gratitutde ..................................................................... 31 Day 6: Update Your Resume ............................................................................ 39 Day 7: Reconnect with an Old Friend.............................................................. 43 Day 8: Start a Journal....................................................................................... 49 Day 9: Take a Woman on a Date ..................................................................... 59 Day 10: Memorize "If " .................................................................................... 63 Day 11: Give Yourself a Testicular Exam......................................................... 69 Day 12: Create Your Bucket List...................................................................... 73 Day 13: Declutter Your Life............................................................................. 79 Day 14: Write a Letter to Your Father ............................................................. 87 Day 15: Make a Meal....................................................................................... 91 Day 16: Create a Budget................................................................................... 97 Day 17: Talke to 3 Strangers .......................................................................... 103 Day 18: Find Your N.U.Ts.............................................................................. 111 Day 19: Schedule a Physical ........................................................................... 117 Day 20: Perform Service ................................................................................ 125 Day 21: Write Your Own Eulogy................................................................... 131 Day 22: Improve Your Posture ....................................................................... 137 Day 23: Learn a Manual Skill........................................................................ 145 Day 24: Play!.................................................................................................. 153 Day 25: Start a Debt Repayment Plan ........................................................... 159 Day 26: Take the Marine Corp Fitness Test.................................................. 165 Day 27: Start a Book ...................................................................................... 173 Day 28: Write a Love Letter .......................................................................... 177 Day 29: Conquer a Fear ................................................................................. 185 Day 30: Get a Straight Razor Shave .............................................................. 193 Conclusion: Congratulations!........................................................................ 197

Introduction

30 Days to a Better Man was a month-long series that originally appeared on the Art of Manliness website in June 2009. The goal of this project was simple: to encourage men to be better men in all areas of their lives. I'm sure all of us have made goals to improve ourselves. But often our goals become one of those well-meaning intentions that we plan to do...someday. And if you're like me, some day never comes, and you're stuck in the same place of mediocrity you were before.

Personally, I'm more likely to follow through with a goal if I have a specific plan, instead of just some ethereal intention. I'm also more likely to accomplish a goal if I have a group of people who are encouraging me and keeping me accountable.

How It Works

Each chapter has a specific task to accomplish that day. The chapter will begin with a theory component in which we briefly explain the benefits of doing the task and how to go about accomplishing it. After that, you go out and do the task. The tasks will cover a variety of areas of a man's life including relationships, health, career and money, and style. Even if you already do the things we assign, it's always good to have a reminder to keep on doing it.

You can tackle as many of these tasks as you want in a single day, but we encourage you to take it one at a time. In my experience, when I've tried to make dramatic changes in my life (even for the better) I end up falling flat on my face. The name of the game here is small steps.

If you're looking for more advice on being a better man, make sure to check out . Every day we post informative articles that are designed to improve and entertain men.

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