Happy Friday gents. Hope the week was solid. Have fun out there this weekend. We’ll see ya Monday.
PS: If you’re new here, we mix it up on Fridays with a quick recap from the week and a few extra gems to head into the weekend right.
“When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you."
Lao Tzu
THE DIGEST
Wisdom of the Week: Right now, we’re their whole world. Not in a permanent way. Not in a “this lasts forever” way. But in this window, this season, we’re it. It doesn’t feel big when you’re in it every day. But moments like that remind you. This role is pretty special. And it doesn’t stay this way forever.
Most Clicked: Building Family Culture
Gear of the Week: Jackery Home Power 3600W (42% off)
Apparel Pick: Taylor Stitch Shifter Jacket
For the Kids: Electronic Exploration Kit
📕 Read: Thinking Fast and Slow
📺 Watch: HBO Max: The Dark Wizard - Story of Dean Potter
🍔 Eat/Drink: The Perfect Fried Egg Breakfast Sandwich
🎧 Listen: Becoming An Automatic Millionaire via Art of Manliness
IN THE TRENCHES
Topic: Where Dads Are At With Their Health
We asked where you’re at with your health right now this week. Most honest answer on the board…trying to get back on track took the top spot.
A few notes from the field:
A lot of dads are in that “almost there” zone. Close… but not quite consistent yet.
One guy said tomorrow is always the day…just trying to make it today.
Even the guys in a decent spot said it’s fragile. Busy seasons, sick kids, life… the routine is the first thing to go.
Some are rebuilding. Injuries, setbacks, or just time off. Less about pushing harder, more about getting back to baseline.
There are wins, too. One dad shared he’s down 40 pounds and feeling better than he has in years. More energy, better across the board.
And a common theme…progress isn’t linear. A lot of guys had momentum, lost it a bit, and are now working their way back.
GARAGE
Send us what you’re working on…
Michael from our Slack group shared this one ^
“My parents bought me this barrel a while back from a local brewery, and I turned it into a bottle shelf.”
Looks rad, Michael. Nice work!
We want to see your projects. Send ‘em our way! Just reply to this email.
WEEKEND BURNER
Saw our dude Josh Bridges post this over on IG. Did it this morning. Sucked. Scale accordingly.
6 Rounds
12-calorie echo bike
12 dumbbell snatch
12-calorie echo bike
10 burpee box jump overs 24.”
ONE LAST THING
🎧 On Repeat
This week’s playlist. Throw it on and don’t think about it. Updated weekly.
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🧠 Worth Knowing
Studies show kids are more likely to build confidence when they’re allowed to struggle a bit before stepping in. Not every problem needs a quick fix. That pause matters.
👊 Try This
Next time your kid asks for help, wait a beat before jumping in. See if they figure it out on their own.
dad shower thoughts: The same kid who can’t find their shoes can locate a single piece of candy from three rooms away.