The Ultimate Men’s Self-Improvement Habits Ranking (From A Woman’s Perspective)

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[Moshmn]

I can't emphasize enough just by my personal experience alone how impactful improving your looks has on your entire life. It's a hard pill to swallow and talk about because people want to be valued for their intrinsic worth. But it's really hard to zoom in on intrinsic worth if the extrinsic is out of order.

[blackjackjester]

As a dude with a wife...I believe the girlfriend effect is a combination of two things.

1) having a girlfriend signals to other girls that there is a girl that likes you, so there is something there to like.

2) having a girlfriend boosts your confidence with other women since you don't have an agenda when talking to them (hopefully).

[Harikejn]

Important things: 1:01 First Thing - Your Circle; 2:30 Second Thing - Exercise; 3:56 Third Thing - Nutrition; 5:13 Fourth Thing - Your Image; 8:52 Fifth Thing - Sleep; 9:56 Sixth Thing - Reading; 11:43 Seventh Thing - Mindset Shift; 13:20 Eight Thing - Setting Goals; 14:38 Ninth Thing - Affirmation; 16:04 Tenth Thing - No Alcohol; 16:56 Eleventh Thing - Planning / Organization; 17:46 Twelfth Thing - Waking Up Early; 19:40 Thirteenth Thing - Meditation; 21:398 Fourteenth Thing - Limiting Screen Time; 24:07 Fifteenth Thing - Journaling; and 25:11 To summarize all the told here.
I remember when I had to go to college, I had to wake up in 4:00 AM, sometimes in 4:30 AM, cause I had lectures in 6:00 AM (believe it or not) (since you have mentioned Twelfth Thing - Waking Up Early).
On Tenth Thing such as No Alcohol, I might add also one thing as well. But first I have to apologize to some people that might find this insulting, cause my purpose is not to do that. And that is No Cigars. Smoking is not good for health at all. I don't smoke, and I don't drink alcohol (and I completely understand you Courtney).
As for Fourteenth Thing such as Limiting Screen Time, I might add that not just to stop scrolling down the phone. We should also stop scrolling too much either laptop, or either PC.
As for Thirteenth Thing such as Meditation, the good meditation can be also having a hobby. And one of the hobbies that can also solve the problems with meditation can be assembling the model kits of airplanes, helicopters, tanks, etc.
From all the told here The Ultimate Men’s Self-Improvement Habits Ranking, can be summarized to one thing. And thing I think that I have mentioned in some of your videos. It goes like this: Mens sana in corpore sano which means in Latin: "In healthy mind, a healthy body."
Thank you so much Courtney. It means a lot ❤💙🤍.

[EthanG]

The exercise one really is huge. I never worked out as a teenager, just didn't really cross my mind to do it. Now I aim to work out a minimum of 3 times a week every week which I think is pretty realstic and attainable. I chose not to work out for a week a few weeks ago just to take a break and give my body a rest and it had a massive negative impact on my mental health, I felt so down towards the end of the week and my body felt gross physically because I'd basically been lazy all week.

I don't understand how as a kid/teenager I just never worked out but now honestly I can't imagine a world where I'm not doing it, I don't even care too much about being "ripped" or the aesthetic side of it, I just think it's a crucial part of having good mental health. I'll be 50 and still going to the gym, no doubt about it.

[NilsDavila]

As a man who’s currently staying at a men’s shelter it’s refreshing watching Courtney’s videos. It reminds me to strive to be a better version of myself and that it’s okay to have standards even If the world around me doesn’t. Thank you Courtney

[shantcheetah]

It’s up to us to change our lives, for both men & women. We must realize that we are fully capable of addressing our needs & only then will we be able to protect our romantic partners with emotional nourishment & strength.

[themastercay]

Life is simple, I see a Courtney Ryan video upload, I click on it. Thank you for your consistent uploads and content 😇

[ThomasKebschull]

My two brothers and I have super divergent paths in life. I'm talking about my success in all parts of life to their relative lack of success. And I attribute a huge part of my success from my desire to look good. Because of that desire, I have been working out and lifting weights consistently since I was 16. Can't emphasize enough how making time for working out will change you for the better.

[RonaldGibson]

Yes, exercise and nutrition are often overlooked in terms of self-improvement. Feeling good is a definite plus as far as confidence goes.

Fashion and sleep are two areas that I will struggle with. I have zero fashion sense and I have never really been a sound sleeper.

I was walking yesterday morning when a woman went by on her bicycle and she called out, "Good Morning" and I said it back. It was a nice feeling.


Thanks for all of your advice, Courtney! Have a wonderful week ahead!

[tommygunn]

The first 2 are absolutely S TIER! So grateful one of my friends is my personal trainer and fellow veteran! Since then, my confidence has boomed by a factor of 10!

[lesterdiamond]

One of the nicest things about having an Asian wife who is a gourmet cook is consistently eating quality home cooked meals with minimum preservatives and additives. Thirty years of this has made a big difference in my life.

[wayne.l.thompson]

One method of “journaling” that has been helpful for me is just writing out my thoughts on a simple 3x5 notecard. It’s not as permanent as a notebook type journal but I can keep a stack of notecards at work, at home, in my vehicle etc. then consolidate them in a box later on. It’s a quick and concise way of recording your thoughts.

[itsabraham]

You’ve been like a big sister to all of us on here. Always coming in with helpful tips and gems. Thanks for all the great content Courtney. Congrats on 600K plus. Also happy new month. May it bring you continued good health, happiness, money, travel and success.

[LLAWREN]

Journaling has been life-changing for me 👏
firstly in terms of organization (I write my todo list in the evening for the next day and can check things I've already done - which also gives me a spiritual boost/feeling of accomplishment),
secondly for my mental health as I can write down my feelings if I feel like it after a tough day/phase.
Now as most criteria are in the S Tier, let's find a woman that meets those standards 🤔😅

[Sparta]

I don't drink. I am allergic, so it is easy to not drink for me lol. I find this a hindrance to dating tbh. Some women don't care, a minority think it great and some get weirded out by it. Drinking is such an ingrained part of our culture that some people don't know how to handle social interactions without it. And yes I know that is sad, but it is true and the dating pool takes a bit of a hit if you don't want to drink. At least that is what I found.

[ablazindevilhead]

Dude, I'm the worst at sleeping. It all happened during covid. I got divorced in it and realized I needed to start working out and get more motivated or else I'd lead a sedentary lifestyle. I really got into kettlebells and it's improved my life and well being. I write, so I don't feel the need for journaling. Meditation I can do without because I drive for a living and I have an iPod for my walks. That's all the meditating I need. And I agree with hanging out with friends and human interaction. I'm from LA where most of my friends are. Got divorced in Cincinnati where I know no one except work friends. And they're great friends. But just recently I've been trying to get organized and just hanging out with people and meeting new folks. I think that's a life changer. Actually, it needed to be in my case.

[drip]

Breathwork is certainly S tier. I do a lot of it throughout the day, I try to develop a rhythm when I go for my post-meal walks and of course I do it after I stretch before I go to bed because it is important to not only relax the body, but relax the brain so you get quality sleep

[mattxgill]

I think surrounding yourself with better content is an important one that a lot of people miss or get misguided on

[lawrence]

This will be a fun one to watch! I like to get better and better each day, and I make sure I stay to the healthy habit once I start it. Happy Sunday, Courtney and All; use this new week to start a healthy habit!

[debbiegilmour]

I think journaling is particularly good when you're working towards something, like getting better at a sport or playing an instrument or working up to climb Mount Everest or something like that.