“Courage is an animating spirit of masculinity, and it is crucial to any meaningful definition of masculinity. Courage and strength are synergetic virtues. An overabundance of one is worth less without an adequate amount of the other.” - Jack Donovan

3. Reclaiming Honor

As the years go on, I watch society shed more dignity with each day. Obesity, sloth and general depravity are celebrated and accepted. What happened to self-respect, honor and discipline? Reclaim your manhood!

If you have kids, get them in karate. You should join it as well or practice MMA. This teaches honor, discipline and respect. Karate is one of the few places where you earn your way. Belts aren’t given out and it takes dedication to progress. The true sense of accomplishment is great for self-esteem.

Why bother training in a martial art when you can just carry a gun? Because there will always be times when you won’t have your gun on you. The sad fact of reality is that our inalienable right is trampled upon at airports, government building, the entire state of Illinois and several other places. I guess Starbucks says they’re banned but who cares about that place with its sugar-filled soyshakes.

Also, what are you going to do when you run out of ammo? If you haven’t been in a firefight, it is amazing how fast the ammo can be expended. No matter how many times you hit dead center on a paper target, the experience is simply different when there are lives on the line and the target is shooting back.

Martial arts is a great piece that is missing in many lives of modern men. Here you can truly train yourself to become the warrior. It provides a brotherhood where they can exert their physical energy and meet other like-minded people. It is great for both men and women.

These places tend to have people who are focused on maintaining a healthy lifestyle and live productive lives. If you can maintain an athletic physique, then you are at least capable of being disciplined in other areas of your life. Now some in there will struggle but everyone is at different levels on their Path to Manliness.

I remember when I first showed up to class. I did alright since I took classes as a kid, but I was rusty and a bit overweight. I have lost nearly 25 pounds since joining in early 2018. This is due to changes in diet and regular trips to the gym as well, but Martial Arts are very helpful. Now after a few months, I am stronger, more flexible and better trained to defend myself no matter where I am. I even assist in teaching the kid’s classes every week. If you want to adopt the warrior mindset, this is the single most important way for you to do so.

Look in your gym or online and I’m sure your town will offer some form of martial arts. Find an academy with a knowledgeable instructor. Check the reviews or attend a couple classes. Most places let you do a free trial for a couple classes.

Also, if you have kids, this is the perfect way to teach them some self-defense skills and discipline. Martial Arts teaches form and technique in a fun but challenging manner that requires patience and dedication. The ranking system will motivate and reward your child for his or her efforts.