5 manly rituals we need to bring back

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:07 Reflection
2:55 Self-care
5:44 Role models
7:41 Manual labor
9:37 Nature

[Firesword]

Paramedic here. Have a basic knowledge of first aid and know how to properly perform CPR and use an AED. Getting some simple training in these areas can literally save lives. It also trains the mind on how to stay calm under pressure.

[olivierpapineau-schneiderm]

Great video, James. I would add reading to this list. Spending as little as 15–30 minutes a day on literature, whether reading or writing, is super beneficial and helps combat our shrinking attention spans. Take it from me, I have ADHD and dyslexia, and writing/reading has truly made a difference for me.

[jimbeckert]

Manual labor...YES! I'm an engineer and I spend a lot of time working on home improvement (construction, tile, electrical, plumbing, everything), car repair & maintenance, yard work, etc. I can afford to pay people to do these things, but it's part of my persona as a confident and capable man. The number of men who can't even repair a leaking faucet or clogged drain is frightening to me. Guys, the feeling of getting something done is unbeatable.

[sparkyblazeup]

Red Green always said "If the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy."

[etcetera]

20/20/20 is a good practice. 20 mins physical exercise, 20 mins meditation and reflection, planning the day with 5 achievable goals and 20 mins of reading a nice book and drinking a cup of coffee

[sprezzatura]

Shovel snow for your elderly neighbor. Without being asked.

[RobertGroel-flvs]

Speaking about spending more time in nature: the whole royal family of the UK leaves for the countryside whenever possible to enjoy the vast opportunity for activities.

[scottg]

Another great one James. As a 60 year old interloper on this young man's channel, I'd also offer that the part about spending time with your thoughts, and doing manual labor, often overlap. In the summer, I always mow my lawn and trim hedges myself, and in winter, I always am the one to shovel the driveway and walk-up. When I do these very manual and time consuming tasks, I get by far my best thinking done.

[Medevicerep]

Split and carry wood for the fireplace. I do this throughout the winter so it gets me outside in the worst weather. I feel great afterwards.

[wrightmf]

White collar worker here, doing physical work is good therapy. And can use these skills and exercise opportunity to impress women by fixing small electrical, plumbing, doors or gates around their homes.

[FelixWheatfield]

With point #5, James just told us to touch grass in the most polite and gentlemanly way possible lol! Great points, enjoyed this video.

[markbeutner]

On the self-care topic. I’m deep in depression and forget or just choose to not shower that night or shave and god when I do it after a couple days, I feel absolutely amazing and self-confident

[robinownhouse]

I started urban farming, growing grapes, avocados, bananas etc.recently.I have practised goal setting, love taking my dogs for walks on the beach, use to be a Sunday school teacher at church, etc.

[kennethduckworth]

I like doing minor house repairs. I have installed a water heater, can rewire an electrical outlet and do minor plumbing. I installed ceiling fans and undercabinet lighting in my daughter’s apartment. As an avid cyclist, I’m also doing my first bike build to teach myself basic bicycle mechanics.

[JamesEinloth]

One of my favorite YouTube videos of 2024. Thank you!

[ruflindobasebelga]

I love to watch your videos. I'm from the Philippines 56 years old. Thank you

[humanoidzero]

I will never forget how a cousin of mine built a log cabin all by himself on his property. I think he also cut down the trees himself.

[jbbittencourt]

Something that I like doing myself is taking care of my shoes, like cleaning and polishing them. It gives me some time for reflection, while doing a manual work.

[stevenewell]

Another is being involved in one’s community. One can volunteer for local charities or be part of a public service group like The Lion’s Club.

[davidbiagini]

I volunteer at a horse rescue ranch which not only gets me out into nature, but unloading and stacking hay is hard yet rewarding work. Bonding with the horses is a side benefit.