"The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read" I've never heard that before. I like that

@terrymiller1759

4 жыл бұрын

Mark Twain is the author of this quote. He used it in several iterations.

@noted_insolence1894

4 жыл бұрын

What are you even talking about there high-speed?

@noted_insolence1894

4 жыл бұрын

Perhaps you misunderstand the quote... It isn't about advantage or the rat race. It is basically saying that if you don't take advantage of your ability to read and appreciate reading, you are wasting that ability and may as well not have it. If you can read, but choose not to learn and investigate and digest new material, you are no better off than someone who was never educated in the first place

@stargazer9172

4 жыл бұрын

oh i like that

@jeanalexandre1105

4 жыл бұрын

The only change you'll see is the one you make

Books & Time stamp 1.) 2:40 - As a Man Thinketh by James Allen 2.) 4:27 - The War Of Art by Steven Pressfield 3.) 6:25 - Endurance by Alfred Lansing 4.) 8:23 - Meditations by Marcus Aurelius 5.) 10:14 - Manhood in the Making by David Gilmore 6.) 12:40 - Wild At Heart By John Eldredge 7.) 14:20 - Sovereignty: The Battle for the Hearts and Minds of Men by Ryan Michler Bonus book 8.) 13:50 - Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Books by other commentors: 1.) King, Warrior, Magician, Lover' by Douglas Gillette and Robert L. Moore 2.) Iron John by Robert Bly 3.) Unbroken by Hillenbrand 4.) Cant Hurt Me by David Goggins 5.) The Way of the Superior Man by David Deida 6.) The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene 7.) The Majesty of Calmness by William Jordan 8.) The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason 9.) Hard Times Create Strong Men by Stefan Aarnio 10.) Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis 11.) The Manipulated Man by Esther Vilar 12.) When Evil Is a Pretty Face by Zari Ballard 13.) Men on Strike by Helen Smith 14.) The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky 15.) The way of Men by Jack Donovan 16.) 12 Rules for Life by Jordan Peterson 17.) The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway 18.) Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes ~ The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read ~

@1Psalmaday

Жыл бұрын

* Propaganda by Edward Bernays * The New World Order by A. Ralph Epperson * 1984 by George Orwell * KJV Bible

@zach3699

Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@ronixdash123

Жыл бұрын

@Emanuel Markus Mam*

@erniea5843

Жыл бұрын

Great lists! I’ve read half of these and my next one will come from one of these.

@spiritled555

Жыл бұрын

You are the real MVP!

I just ordered Wild at heart, Meditations, and Animal Farm. I've been trying to get out of the social media rut for so long. I can feel how it changes a person. It's hard to concentrate on things. Nothing brings joy like it used to. Social media is poison. I'm looking forward to getting these books and taking advantage of some of these rainy, Florida summer days.

@patrickhowell2502

Жыл бұрын

Fahrenheit 451

@Kevin.A.S

Жыл бұрын

Ngl, i didn't like reading Animal Farm, this is very personal, but some books are just page turners and this one wasn't for me. Don't hate on me too much, I got emotional when certain animals were 'running and read something', but I didn't like the writing style.

When I was growing up my father had a list of books that had me read. He said that if I wanted to call myself “well read” then I had to have read all the books on his list before I turned 18. There were 100 books on his list. He chose the order in which I read the books. After reading a book from the list I had to write a 1-2 page essay about the book and he would take me to lunch somewhere nice and I had to be able to discuss the book with him. Most of the books would fall into the “classics” category and there was a mixture of fiction, non-fiction, historical, biographical, as well as books from all the major religions. There was also some such as those by Shakespeare that were meant to be seen in a live stage production at the theatre rather than just being read. I did finish all the books on the list before my 18th birthday and it instilled in me a love of reading that I’ve had ever since. I have read at least 1-2 books, sometimes more, each week for my entire life, except when I was in basic training for the army. I’m in my 50’s now so if you figure an average of 3 books a week for 37 years you get: 37*52=1,924 weeks then 1,924*3=5,772 plus the 100 books on the list for 5,872 books give or take a few. Oh and that’s not including all the books I had to read in high school and college lol. So it’s probably well over 6,000 books. I think I’m well read now lol. I added to the original list making it 150 books instead of 100. I added more female authors and some books, such as the Harry Potter series, not because they were great classics, because they are culturally significant in that almost everyone has read them (or seen the movies) So you must have read them as well if you want to consider yourself well read. The same applies to books like “the hitch-hikers guide to the Galaxy” While raising my son and homeschooling him through the 6th grade I did what my father did except my list has 150 books on it. I can honestly say that spending all of that time reading books instead of zoning out in front of a tv has served me well over the years and it’s been good for my son also. I retired at the age of 45 and I’m loving the retired life lol. I fish and golf and go camping and of course I read books all the time lol My son has just started his son with the list of books. Since covid shut down the schools my grandson is being homeschooled now and won’t be returning to public school when they open back up. Of course I’m helping teach him since I have all kinds of free time lol It’s really nice to see my grandson choose to spend time reading rather than vegging on tv or the Internet. So I’m of the opinion that you should read at least one book a week minimum and you will succeed in life. Remember I retired at 45 yrs old and my home is paid off, I paid cash for my truck and travel trailer, I own a bunch of rental properties and I’m helping my son by paying for his new home that we are building right now. That way he won’t have a mortgage to worry about. For those that are curious I served in the army, worked LAPD for a few years then became an electrician for the last 15 years or so before retiring. I’ve never seen an episode of the Simpsons, Cops, Jerry Springer, Oprah, Friends, Seinfeld, the Cosby show, and no soaps lol. You should try it. Turn off the tv pick up a book and start today. You won’t regret it and if you’re not sure what to read check out Barnes&Noble they have series or collections of a lot of the classics in Trade paper size and don’t forget the library. Nobody said you have to buy all those books lol As for me, lol I have my own personal library in my home lol Cheers all

@keithburr7217

2 жыл бұрын

Drop the list

@JayC00

2 жыл бұрын

Wow thats what I call an inspiring comment Would love to see your list

@japaneseanimation4996

2 жыл бұрын

Please, drop your list.

@mangamike6855

2 жыл бұрын

So share the list

@ahmedmtn2667

2 жыл бұрын

Great man plz share the list

1. As a man thinketh. 2. The War of Art & The art of War. 3. Endurance. 4. Meditations. 5. Manhood in making. 6. Wild at heart. 7. Sovereignty.

@ammbiguous3784

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ep_aesthetics5917

3 жыл бұрын

I just got meditations, haven’t started reading it yet

@averageprepper2984

3 жыл бұрын

@@nitinkumar7329 you were right it's the War of Art by Steven Pressfeild. It's a good book about the resistance that we come up against.

@nitinkumar7329

3 жыл бұрын

@Late to the Game yes war of art! R u new to book World?

@jonveteran8424

3 жыл бұрын

You're the real MVP

I’m here as a mother of sons. Trying to raise them with advice from men. They are very auditory learners. Thanks for your list.

@cameronmccoy5051

3 жыл бұрын

Good on you for that. You're ahead of the game if you see masculinity as a positive thing and not toxic. If you want a piece of free advice. Get them at least one really good male role model. You didn't specify you're a SINGLE mother, but it felt like you might have been implying that. My mother was AMAZING. The definition of a supermom. But even the best mother can't teach a boy how to be a man. Obviously you can't just run out and find a good man at the drop of a hat, but if you have brothers or a male friend who you feel like is a good example of masculinity. Maybe see if they would be willing to be involved. My father was not the best role model but my best friend's dad was and so was my much older sister's husband. Depending on their ages, maybe get to know their friends and see what their friends' families are like. Sports teams with good coaches. Martial arts studios that are age appropriate. Anything you might think of that could expose them directly to healthy men. Particularly older men. Unfortunately there is an age gap where healthy men are rare and without women like you, that problem is likely to get much worse. Good luck with your boys.

@tman040496tb

3 жыл бұрын

I respect that you want to acually learn what it means to be a man instead of just teach your boys what you think masculinity should be.

@JackSpaulding1984

3 жыл бұрын

@@cameronmccoy5051 thank you. I am a single mom of a 3 year old and am already trying to learn and looking for ideas for male family as gifts to help them grow and mature.

@cameronmccoy5051

3 жыл бұрын

@@JackSpaulding1984 you're welcome. If I can think of any other advice, I'll come back and add it Good luck

@cameronmccoy5051

3 жыл бұрын

Something I just thought of was when I decided on a sort of paradigm of the ideal man. For me, it was Atticus Finch in the film version of To Kill a Mockingbird. I have been meaning to read the book lately, but haven't gotten around to it. Now I am curious if the same masculinity from the movie also comes across in the book, so I will move it up my reading list to see. Either way, give the movie a watch and see what you think. I think it would also be cool to hear if anyone else has an example of what they consider an ideal man and who it is.

Reading is not just enough". Take the action! Put your newfound knowledge to use. I read for a long time but Action made my life change in no time ( generally and mostly financially) That's my two cents on this

@marcosalvatore673

Жыл бұрын

1 agree with 100% Bruno Action makes it work, no matter how little start and see the results come by

@brunoferrum1060

Жыл бұрын

Live below your means, Adjust your lifestyle, be frugal in spending don't buy unnecessary stuff, Budget your spending and your debts, Save, Invest it's a better way to grow wealth, get a financial expert to help you.

@brunoferrum1060

Жыл бұрын

There's financial coaches out there to create value and not Just for the money they make. You can look out for them.

@phillawson5785

Жыл бұрын

Take action! I was just about to comment that. Thanks for pointing it out

@brunoferrum1060

Жыл бұрын

I recommend Rachel Blanc, her services has top notch for me, helped me create good financial plan and effective debt payment plan. I'm also growing a profitable passive income from my investments. I definitely recommend her!

Thanks for the recommendations! I have to admit that reading Mediations it's been a little harder than I thought it would be. I'm still in the intro section. But can't wait to start reading the books. The War of Art is a classic! Love that book so much!

The Book of Five Rings - Miyamoto Musashi Meditations - Marcus Aurelius

@dubsnaks3698

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent read and wisdom!

@johnathangrey3463

4 жыл бұрын

The greatest swordmen who every lived.

@vicmajid973

4 жыл бұрын

I did not get the rings book. Will try again.

@legacypatriot6326

4 жыл бұрын

@@vicmajid973 if you have questions you will have to ask his students. The most frustrating sentence ever. For me any way.

@mbtadhl

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely

The richest man in Babylon to me is one of the best books written about financial literacy.

@bobbico03

4 жыл бұрын

Sean Williams There were 4 books that change my life so much. 1) The Alchemist 2) 7 Habits of Highly Effective People 3) The Richest Man in Babylon The last one and most important one of all NKJV Bible.

@ruslanuchan8880

4 жыл бұрын

@@bobbico03 What kind of "change" that happen? Just to be specific

@bobbico03

4 жыл бұрын

Ruslan Uchan The Alchemist fueled my desire to travel. I’m an American but I have traveled and lived in Australia and South America, I want to see the seven continents in the world, I’m half way there. 7 Habits taught me that even though I was mature. I can still be even more responsible, I can literally change my life just by sheer work and determination. Now that I am in my mid 30’s. I have my own business with my wife for 7 years now, full time. Live in Australia. Richest Man is teaching me to work smarter. To build more with my money, investing and retiring. Highly emphasising the idea to put your money to work for you. The Bible, and hearing the Word, and most importantly obeying the Word. Has made all this happen. I am a science alumni, I did not grow up believing. But I believe my Mom’s prayers have been answered. And I now am a born again believer. I have tried to put God’s word to the test, and I have not been able to prove it wrong. He has blessed me and protected me all these years even before being a believer. God is Good, and God is true. Our flaws and stubbornness is what gets in the way of the understanding the Truth.

@bobbico03

4 жыл бұрын

Ruslan Uchan Just to be clear my parents we legal immigrants that move to Texas. I grew up low middle class. We did not have much. And I went to school in the low end demographic. High school drop out rate was high 50%, not sure. Teen pregnancy was high, fights were normal. These four books changed my entire life projections and direction. They impacted my life in a major way. My parents didn’t not know how to guide me too well in a new country, they did the best they could. But I had to fight to get to where I am at.

@JoseJavierRR315

4 жыл бұрын

Olaf O what about rich dad poor dad, have you read that one?

I heard the audiobook of Endurance after watching this video and it is one of the most incredible stories I have ever heard. I remember it every time I am going through some hard shit, or going through a hard workout. Because I have yet in my life come to a challenge as hard as what those man went through, and it always gives me strength thinking that hell what I am going through is NOTHING compared to what they went through. Thank you for sharing, I keep coming back to this video to find the next way to spend my audible credits hHah

Love the mission! I have got into reading latter in my life. Man did I miss out! Thanks for the reminder! I recommend Extreme Ownership!

Viktor Frankl's "Man's Search for Meaning" is one of my favorites of all time. This psychiatrist describes his experiences in Auschwitz and how the people who survived were the ones who had something to live for. A real classic.

@juanshaftpatel7488

4 жыл бұрын

ok boomer

@alexanderx3554

4 жыл бұрын

Exceptional book, it's less about the camps and more about psychology it's an alternative method to psychology

@stryd3rassassin

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, should be a mandatory reading for everyone.

@VictorBell717

3 жыл бұрын

Love this book. The takeaway I have from it is "Lock my body, but you can't trap my mind." You can do anything you want to me but you cannot tell me how to feel about it mentally. You can't have my mind. Powerful shit.

@lloydchance6595

3 жыл бұрын

I agree.

One of the most powerful book i've ever read "As a man thinketh"

@TheoSprinkles

3 жыл бұрын

Changed my life, literally a turning point in my life. 20 years ago.

@sonderexpeditions

3 жыл бұрын

Whoa, just ordered it. Excited.

@yehudasam

3 жыл бұрын

Kip mentions it all the time

The story of Shackleton and the endurance is incredible!!!! The greatest true survival story that I know of!!!!! He got every man through that alive!!!!

One reading comment: whenever I re-read a book, the experience underscores that I’m in a different place and different person. I’m often surprised by important passages that I didn’t highlight the first time. Ideas that didn’t speak to me the first reading, have become relevant to my life and experience. When I read highlighted passages, they remain important, but if I only read those, I’ll be potentially missing out. I find this to be especially true with this kind of personal growth material.

@GeorgiaHubleyyy

6 ай бұрын

I find reading summaries of books I've read from sites like Littler Books helps me to recall the important bits.

'King, Warrior, Magician, Lover' by Douglas Gillette and Robert L. Moore. Great insight into the Jungian archetypes. Essential reading

@theoak64

3 жыл бұрын

Alex Tsitsopoulos and I would suggest after reading this book find a Man kind project group in your city and go to at least 5 meetings. Life changing group of men.

@Rinanathar

3 жыл бұрын

I read it, excellent

@owodee

3 жыл бұрын

Second this

“Unbroken” by Hillenbrand is another amazing book along the lines of “Endurance”.

I'm seeing several other single moms here raising young men and I'd like to join them in saying thanks for your videos and this book list! Have read a few of these but hearing your thoughts I will be rereading and reading the others. Thank you for sharing!

Thank you for the list! I recently did a search for more non fiction titles and endurance was one of the ones I decided to make a note of, so I’m glad I’m on the right track! Other books that could be included here are The art of learning by Josh Waitzkin He talks about his journey as a young chess player and then turns pro tai chi athlete - but ultimately it’s about triggering your own “flow state” And the other would be the gulag archipelago by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn Know exactly what not to do is just as helpful as knowing what to do Some of the worst atrocities ever committed again people were done on their own soil and it can’t be overstated how terrible and weak we can all be when we don’t stand up for what is right Happy reading everyone!

Plato-The Republic Nassim Taleb-Fooled by Randomness Sun Tzu-The Art of War Charles Duhigg-The Power of Habit Victor Frankl-Man’s Search for Meaning David Goggins-Can’t Hurt Me Holy Bible Jordan Peterson-12 Rules for Life George Orwell-1984 It’s very difficult to narrow down to just 7 since there are so many good books on different subjects. And ranking them would be like assigning quality rankings to different types of fruits.

@christopherarmstrong2710

Жыл бұрын

I'd choose Antifragile or Skin in The Game by Taleb over fooled by Randomness. The latter was his first book and is more along the lines of a Wall Street trader mindset. The others are timeless pieces of wisdom which apply to everyday life.

@michaelmcgee335

4 ай бұрын

I read twelve rules by JP some time back the chapter about stroking a cat is so true I have a young cat I found as a kitten she’s nine months now and she’s been a lot of fun and comfort, we’ve played hide behind the door, chase the feather and other games. She came to purr in my ear when I was in a lot of pain a little while ago so from my experience co habitation and friendship with another species whether it is a dog or cat or even another animal can be cool. The key is always be kind and never inflict fear in way of discipline (the cat has no idea scratching a new couch or breaking a cup is wrong). Never break their trust as the bond can be broken and most often can never be repaired.

So cool that you included ENDURANCE. One of, if not my absolute favorite books of all time.

Great list of books. I heard of some of them. I read only one from this list so far. Look forward to reading more of them. Thank you for advice on how to read as well. Great advice!

Have not heard of any of them. I need to step up my game! I will track down and read them all. Thanks for the list.

I love coming to YT videos on book lists and reading the comments to get recommendations, they're gems! Also makes me proud that I've read most of what the commenters recommend lolololol

THE CREATURE FROM JEKYLL ISLAND... In reading this book, I really began to understand the world around me and just what exactly it is that is going on.

@YouFilthyAnimal

4 жыл бұрын

Highly underrated topic

@Chiefab22

4 жыл бұрын

Definitely agree

@lesson6317

4 жыл бұрын

Wolfhart MC yup ! shout out to the late great Irv Homer on Philly radio for suggesting this book yyyyeeeeears ago👍🏽

@TheMasterLilNasty

4 жыл бұрын

Haven't read that book yet but I believe everyone should read that book.

@alltheworldsastage4785

4 жыл бұрын

Amen.

Thanks for this. I've been looking for some new book ideas and I'm gonna start with Endurance.

I've recently purchased your book and all of the others. Looking forward to reading your book. Thank you for this list.

Wow Ryan! Love that you mentioned "As a man thinketh" but man the fact that you mentioned "War of Art" by Stephen Pressfield is just too amazing I wish more people read this book. This is such an excellent list brother. Also, As a father, Hollywood talent agent and Army vet I just want to say thank you for all your help over the years and since we are talking leaders thank you for leading other men in the right direction. Steel sharpens steel.

@philodonoghue3062

Жыл бұрын

Steel sharpens steel - excellent metaphor for men build men. Thanks, brother

Ladies and Gentlemen, lets take a moment to appreciate the fact that at this time in our history not only are we awash in invaluable information and life affirming experiences presented to us by our fellow man in the form of books, that said books are affordable to the common man, which historically hasn't always been the case and that literacy is so commonplace it is taken as a given, thus the information is available for those willing to take the time to seek it out. This book list further elucidates the fact that I will never finish my "must read" list.

@CheatcodeGlitch

4 жыл бұрын

rhythmicwarrior I’ve been listening to audio books when I drive instead of music. Highly recommend it

@rythmicwarrior

4 жыл бұрын

@@CheatcodeGlitch Thank you. I do appreciate audiobooks but it really depends on the content. For example, I'm reading Antifragile right now and theres no way I could get through that on audiobook, as I like to stop, reference, digest then reread passages to make sure I'm getting it. A compelling story, however, is another matter altogether and audiobook is the perfect medium for that, imo.

@Beastiie7

3 жыл бұрын

cool!!

@Bootyinspector007

2 жыл бұрын

HaHa! Truth. Agreed! Same here.

Well done including your book in there. I look forward to reading it.

We had an entire course in the university dedicated to the book Endurance. The course was called "Personal leadership" and was part of the leadership studies. Just 13 students and the professor discussing the latest chapter in a weekly session, no tests. Easiest, but one of the more memorable courses. The message was: lead with example.

Green Eggs and Ham is low key one of the greatest sales books ever written

@dannyup9507

2 жыл бұрын

tell me a little more about it , thank you

@steventregilgas5016

2 жыл бұрын

Lol it’s better than proverbs

While reading Meditations, by MA, I started taking notes as I read in a notebook. Then I reread my notes from time to time. It slowed down my reading, but it helped me understand and bring the ideas of the book into my life. Now, I read all thought books with a notebook at hand. Keeping a journal is something MA recommends. Now, I have that notebook at hand all the time and use it for ideas that come up from any place.

Excellent video! Thank you for the books! Reading for comprehension is the key!

Really enjoyed this video. I'm definitely checking out some of these books to further my development and growth

Before a man makes any commitment with a woman he MUST read: The Manipulated Man, by Esther Vilar. This book saved my life and will save yours too. Thanks!!

@MrDonutz11

4 жыл бұрын

I agree, very interesting! A lot of real stuff!

@phoenixrisin2269

4 жыл бұрын

When evil is a pretty face should be read in high school by every man!

@nupe4camg

4 жыл бұрын

Great Book!! And a must read in this present toxic femininity society.

@johnreed9050

4 жыл бұрын

I read this book and it is the playbook for female behavior

@egds64

4 жыл бұрын

....also guys...listen to our father Tom Leykis.

Totally agree. I started reading pretty seriously at 30 when I went through a tough time. I have not stopped. Self Help genre started in early 1900’s. I read the OG self help books. Such as “As a Man Thinketh”, the stoic books. The Bible. I want to point out just because a book is geared toward business or leadership you can apply the same principles to your life what ever it is. I am retired with income investments. I am not looking to be “rich with $”. I simply want to improve my self in every way. spiritually, mentally, physically. If you do not exercise your brain as you do your body you will lose it as you age. “If you don’t use it you lose it”. Good show!!!

I absolutely love the vibe of this gentleman. Solid and strong

You are awesome!!!! Wild At Heart is a book I have read at least 6 times in the past 15 years since it was gifted to me by my brother. I will check out the other books as well. I have read parts of the Marcus Arelius book as well. I will read your book! Well done!!! You also have gained a follow on your channel.

The Way of the Superior Man by David Deida! I loved his perspective & focus on the energies of the Divine Masculine & the Divine Feminine. Such a potent book for me that resonated many truths about how I perceived reality.

@christopherarmstrong2710

Жыл бұрын

100% agree. Solid book.

I would add one more: “Man’s search for Meaning” - Viktor Frankl. A very enlightening, quick read though not as quick as book #1 in your list.

I feel like one of Jocko’s books has to be in here. Whether it’s his leadership book(s) or Discipline Equals Freedom. Endurance is such a good pick, I read that when I was 14 and I’ve read it every year since (I’m 20 now)

I'm here. Zach here. I have found identity through some of these books. War of art taught me to do the work and has helped me learn guitar. As a man thinkith helped me stay positive even beautiful. It is a great book. Wild at heart taught me to fight and connected dots to how I felt as a man. Reading sovereignty now love the podcast

You should probably have Professor Jordan Peterson on your podcast or at least have him call in. You two seem to have a lot in common. Your ideas seem to line up together and I would love to hear the conversation that comes from that.

@Indylimburg

3 жыл бұрын

Now that JP is back and doing podcasts, I hope this happens!

Cant Hurt Me by David Goggins is a great book. Recommend it to everyone.

@malikaustin9087

3 жыл бұрын

I love David Goggins I gotta get that Book

@laikynsdad

3 жыл бұрын

rodger that !

@muzakdeep

3 жыл бұрын

It's a must read, even better on audio!

@rasheemthebestfirstone3274

2 жыл бұрын

Facts

@rasheemthebestfirstone3274

2 жыл бұрын

@@muzakdeep yup it’s like a pod

Thank you brother I am going to look into these books And all 7 I will look into God bless you and yours thanks again 👍

Thank you for your passionate and clear sharing with deep thoughts and convictions❤

My morning starts with Ryan Holiday's The Daily Stoic. A life changer instilling ancient wisdom that can be applied to today's world.

@paulmunro3175

4 жыл бұрын

I have been a reader of the Daily Stoic for the better part of a year now and it is a book I recommend for everyone.

@Nemcoification

3 жыл бұрын

It's great, especially if reading philosophy sounds heavy to you. For me it was a gateway drug :)

@diogeneslantern18

2 жыл бұрын

Daily Stoic is Stoic _Lite._ Why not drink directly from the source - read Epictetus, Rufus, Aurelius, Seneca, and THINK about what they were thinking about. Don't just digest Ryan's views on particular paragraphs. With that being said, his podcast is much better than any of his books.

Another must-Read: The Way of the Superior Man..

'Educated' by Tara Westover is also a good shout. One of the most inspirational books I've ever read. More inspirational than every self-help book I've ever read combined.

Thank you so much my friend.❤☺️ this video is beautiful this will help a lot of people including me.

Can’t Hurt me- David Goggins Jocko Willink - Extreme Ownership Atomic Habits

@shotgun111180

4 жыл бұрын

I just started listening to David Goggins audio book again... Everyone should listen or read. I'm not a big audiobook guy, but this is incredible.

@MrSmashmouth07

4 жыл бұрын

u right about ur book picks great

@jacobrobertson193

4 жыл бұрын

I was going to list Atomic Habits

@paulmunro3175

4 жыл бұрын

If you only read one book, make it 'Can't Hurt Me'. I also totally agree with 'Extreme Ownership'.

@chicochico1012

4 жыл бұрын

'Cant Hurt Me' is Life Changing, Everyone Should Read it !!!!'

Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl so happy you mentioned it. Also a book that was helpful for me based on things that happened in my childhood The Body Keeps the Score by Besser van see Kolk. I have a few in line but I will be ordering your book

Fantastic list. I own two of these, Meditations and A Man's Search for Meaning. I will absolutely consider buying some of these. Thank you

It is very important to read. As I started reading books, my life started changing. That helped me to start a KZread channel and keep trying and not give up even if I am struggling. Thanks for sharing

The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky. Maybe the single greatest novel ever written. Major manhood advice.

@Mikey-wg2xu

3 жыл бұрын

Currently reading. Only 10% through. Quite a study.

@sittingonmysofa

3 жыл бұрын

Crime and Punishment too. We live with the consequences of our misdemeanours every day in our consciences-unless one is a psychopath that is!

@audioscapes8582

3 жыл бұрын

Spot on!!

@JosesAmazingWorlds

3 жыл бұрын

Not really, but ok. Don Quixote is probably the most universal novel ever written.

@danh.5998

3 жыл бұрын

The Grand Inquisitor portion alone is a life-changing piece of literature.

I love "The way of the superior man", "As a man thinketh" and "The four agreements". Need to read "Meditations", heard a lot of good things.

@theoak64

3 жыл бұрын

wesla the way of the superior man is a great read

@a1videoprod

3 жыл бұрын

Meditations is quite good, but it's also a little strenuous if you don't have a good grasp on Roman history because some of Marcus' meditations directly correlate with events happening within/around the Empire. A great alternative is "The Essentials". It's the collection of Marcus' Meditations, but it includes more context to the events he's speaking on. I personally read The Essentials first, then read Meditations after. Both are incredibly insightful.

I just stumbled upon this channel. And I am so thankful that you are putting out this much-needed content for men. I realize that I’m intruding into man’s realm, but I also appreciate reading these books as well. They help me as a person, a woman, and a wife.

"Blowing the Bloody Doors off" by Michael Caine is a great read. Gives a ton of important advice for life, as well as what it takes to become successful. Definitely recommended!!

Wild at Heart. This is the epitome of others that have gone before you. It is definitely a path already forged. I always prayed that I would be a father to my children, just like my Heavenly Father has been to me.

@jimscanoe

Жыл бұрын

Are you going to take your children into the basement and set them on fire is they don't love you-you know, just like your *Sky Daddy* would.

@SpiritusMundi4EVER

Жыл бұрын

@@jimscanoe hope your canoe doesn't tip over. You can lose your precious cellphone! 🤣😂

One of my favorites is Walden Pond, Henry David Thoreau. It changed my life and way of thinking exponentially.

@mementomori7337

2 жыл бұрын

Same

Thank you sir. I was looking for some new reading.

Reading Wild at Heart by John Eldredge has completely changed my life. Definitely pick this one up!

A book that marked my life is "Flowers for Algernon" -- makes you value your capacities and your time.

@ronniejdio9411

4 жыл бұрын

Amazing book

@JADEGATETIGRESS

4 жыл бұрын

An amazing read; brings one great pause for introspection.

@jimisnotunique

4 жыл бұрын

I read it in junior high school and remember it well, now 40+ years later. A great illustration of how talent influences one's life, and how talent can be taken away, eg, a car wreck, etc.

@errolrivera8872

4 жыл бұрын

Charlie!

@errolrivera8872

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry, Charly (with a backwards R)

You forgot Robert Greene’s books. Essential reading for everyone IMO.

@cautarepvp2079

4 жыл бұрын

all of them?

@DrLimbic

4 жыл бұрын

Nice try, Robert Greene.

@xekret

4 жыл бұрын

cautare pvp I didnt care for the 50th Law but all the other ones, yes.

@xekret

4 жыл бұрын

DrLimbic No, I’m not Robert Greene haha

@John-100

4 жыл бұрын

48 laws of power to me is to observe my rivals conducting social warfare and protect myself appropriately as his law are evil, i only really like the first law of power, as a young apprentice i followed that law. You never try to outshine the master, rather you make him happy and learn from him.

Great list, Brotherman. Yes, on the not reading for speed while learning to speed read. "Iron John" by Robert Bly also meant a lot to me. And for me, there is no greater essence of manhood than the dialog between Arjuna and Krishna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra that is the "Bhagavad Gita." Look no further than the simple and beautiful rendition by Christopher Isherwood and Swami Prabhavananda with the masterful introduction by Aldous Huxely.

Thanks for making The video. Perfect timing. Wise.

Read Wild at Heart a few weeks ago. Great book for men, especially young men. Great perspective on how society just wants men to be “nice” and that we need to break from that mould.

@johnmancuso3857

3 жыл бұрын

Great book!

@KalonOrdona2

2 жыл бұрын

There's a quote that goes something like "Niceness is what remains when Goodness is stripped of Greatness"

@onebadmonkee2540

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, real men are always eager to find an excuse for being assholes.

Bruce Lee´s "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" is definitely worth reading. Sad that it hasn´t got more readers for his philosophy is more than just martial arts.

@renehenriksen1735

4 жыл бұрын

@@nothankyou5524 Was that comment directed at me? No it wasn´t a joke. And if you believe That Bruce Lee´s views are on the level of comicbooks you must be a selfsufficient individual who believes that only his own opinions make sense and matter.

@numbzinger350

4 жыл бұрын

I had an original copy and recycled it years ago. It's tough to forgive myself for that one.

@fobbitoperator3620

3 жыл бұрын

"Be like water." -Bruce Lee

@renehenriksen1735

3 жыл бұрын

@@fobbitoperator3620 Water can flow or it can crash. You put water into a cup it becomes the cup. You put water into a teapot it becomes the teapot. Be water my friend. :)

@conundrumcontingencies2495

3 жыл бұрын

didn't read that but read brue lee's fighting method....

Appreciate you sharing these books brother.

Just ordered nearly all of these books! I had to get yours as a Kindle version though as I'm in Australia and the hard copy would take a few months to get here apparently. Thanks mate!

" The War of Art" is one of my favorite books. Funny and a great perspective.

Meditations from Marcus Aurelius is EPIC !

@TheComfortInStatic_Official

3 жыл бұрын

Ironically enough, I read it in prison many years ago. Changed my entire life.

@diogeneslantern18

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheComfortInStatic_Official honestly it's a text that should be read constantly. Each chapter to be meditated upon. Imho one should also have a copy with cross references and an addendum with additional context.

@aldonunez5082

2 жыл бұрын

I open and read it every morning

@amitamit6564

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheComfortInStatic_Official how

I love that highlighter and tab method 💯

A great book to add to this list is “Hard Times Create Strong Men,” by Stefan Aarnio.

Cant hurt me by david goggins is the most life changing book ive ever read. Im on my 6 or 7th time going over it, ive tried to etch that stuff into my brain.

@chicochico1012

4 жыл бұрын

H W ....agreed !

@MrPatvee

3 жыл бұрын

Yup. Need more books on doing what we don't want to get what we want.

@3rdeyejedi231

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed great book

@robertg6339

3 жыл бұрын

What's it about?

@niloorca3303

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for recommending this .

Knowledge is power and power is the application of knowledge!

@Beastiie7

3 жыл бұрын

who said that?

@dagoods528

3 жыл бұрын

Knowledge without wisdom is futile. Wisdom without knowledge is useless.

Im currently reading “Stoicism and the Art of Happiness” By Donald Robertson. I think it would be a good book to add to this list, I will also be adding these books into my ‘want to read’ list. Thank you.🙏🏻

Endurance is such a good book. I always think about how Shackleton never broke and always took a survey of the situation and took the next step to improve it!

1: as a man thinketh by James Allen 2 : The war of Art by Steven Pressfield 3 : Endurance by Alfred Lansing 4 : Meditations by Marcus Aurelius 5 : Man hood in the making by David Gilmour 6 : wild at heart by 7 : ✌️

@neshuneshuification2609

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Man you aré doing an appreciated service to the comunity

'The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People'.

@StopFear

3 жыл бұрын

That book is very outdated

@10percentDan

3 жыл бұрын

Another great!

@hamiorg

3 жыл бұрын

@@StopFear really? its basically a book focusing on 7 principles. e.g the 7th one is sharpening the saw which means working on improving yourself. How can that become outdated? i'm not a huge fan of the book but its tenets seem timeless

@JazzyArtKL

3 жыл бұрын

@@StopFear Absolutely not!

One of the most important books I've read that helped with my particular issues was "East of Eden." Cain and Abel. and. more importantly, Cain and Father.

Your own book made the list. That’s really great. Bravo 👏🏽

I own "The War of Art" but have not read it yet. I'd recommend "The Courage to Create" - Rollo May. It's a quick read. I also highlight for better comprehension. Thank you for the recommendations my friend.

Just found you and fascinating. I have read 5 of the books and would recommend them all. I also find Robert Greene's, "The 48 Laws of Power" and William Jordan's, "The Majesty of Calmness" to be part of my power reading. Great job Ryan. FYI, as someone who reads for a living, I will be happy to share another secret of how to speed read with great comprehension while creating your own library of highlighted material. Take care, Barry

@stogies3

3 жыл бұрын

go on share it

@Who-tg9mx

2 жыл бұрын

@@stogies3 Still waiting

@stogies3

2 жыл бұрын

@@Who-tg9mx looks like it’s going to be a long wait

My recommended reading list has four books on it: Progress and Poverty by Henry George, The Abolition of Man by CS Lewis, Transactional Analysis In Psychotherapy by Eric Berne, Journy to Ixtlan by Carlos Castaneda... Each of these authors has written other books that are related to the ground-breaking one I am recommending. Each requires effort and patience to read and understand, and may be uncomprehensible to the unprepared mind, and challenging to even the more advanced, on the first reads. I recommend using a highlighter the first two or three times you try to read them...

Well done. Well spoken. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. There is a leather bound library edition of Meditations of Marcus Aurelius made by Castalia. It's pretty amazing.

The Only Book that Changed My Life " As a man thinketh in his heart so is he "

@iammaximus614

4 жыл бұрын

Adarsh Gireesh “For your mind is like a garden” 👌🏽😎

@jesusislord5275

3 жыл бұрын

Is it a christian book

@dontsimpbro7039

3 жыл бұрын

@@jesusislord5275 It's neutral. No religion mentioned, Read it will change your life

The way of Men by Jack Donovan is a great book that every man should read that will reaffirm your doubts about modern society and how it impacts masculinity.

@tangodelta6890

4 жыл бұрын

I was looking forward to this book until I heard that he's a homosexual and believes warriors(men) having sex with eachother is natural and appropriate, really turned me away from the book and him as an authority on masculinity. (I am no homophobe, I just don't think masculinity and homosexuality go together.)

Thank you sir for sharing!!

I really appreciate you putting the titles in the description.

1. As a Man Thinketh 2. The War of Art 3. Endurance 4. Meditations 5. Manhood in the making 6. Wild at Heart 7. Sovereignty Personally, I'd also add "The King James: Holy Bible" among other spiritual texts Thanks for the recommends

@ChaplainReece

4 жыл бұрын

Rexus Mundi yes! Kjv

@kjcenteno5734

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@drock5642

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely above all other books. #1 before any other and top notch for self-help, help for others and learning about The King!

@benjamingoulet8059

4 жыл бұрын

2. The Art of War... it is a tough read but well worth it

@prashantkrishnankutty6038

4 жыл бұрын

Rightly Said brother. Holy Bible is a Life Guide

No more Mr. Nice Guy by Dr. Robert A. Glover is a spectacular read and really opened my eyes. Looking forward to picking up the books your recommended.

@MrGchiasson

4 жыл бұрын

I read it...ruined the copy by highlighting sections, underlining sections & personal notes. So I bought a 2nd copy. Every man....read this book.

@SapientEudaimonia

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I second this. Great book!

@lesserbrother9373

4 жыл бұрын

Amazing book. It's the anti-incel manifesto.

@johnbrady3933

4 жыл бұрын

Great book,given to me by a friend

@dr.vonslifeinvesting6485

4 жыл бұрын

Matt Parker agreed I’ve read it multiple times

Meditations and Wild at Heart were fantastic books. I just purchased the new updated version of Wild at Heart. These are books I can reread every year.

Time Code 1) 2:50 As a Man Thinketh 2) 4:25 The War Of Art 3) 6:17 Endurance 4) 8:25 Meditations 5) 10:14 Manhood in the Making 6) 12:40 Wild at Heart 7) 15:50 Sovereignty

@eheteshambaig8750

2 жыл бұрын

7) 14:20 Sovereignty

@samuelmulowa3463

2 жыл бұрын

The Authors?

@basantaphagami2526

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@dpg8090

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mattverville9227

Жыл бұрын

that war of art sounds like a good one

We all must read: Animal farm by George Orwell

@revenant2979

3 жыл бұрын

and its companion 1984.....sort of for "2020"!!

@PantheonProjects

3 жыл бұрын

Read that book in school, didn’t realize the impact it had on me until years later

@sonderexpeditions

3 жыл бұрын

I need to reread this!

@mongolturkrants

3 жыл бұрын

I'm assuming you comprehend that book as anti-communist, but that's wrong it is anti-authoritarian.

@npc-tq6yi

3 жыл бұрын

@@mongolturkrants potatoe potato.

Tim Ferriss also has a really good book list. At least one of his is also on this list, but a couple of the ones you recommended here are new to me, so I am anxious to read them and I thank you for it. Tim's podcasts are also great IMO.

@edithbannerman4

Жыл бұрын

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

Great list. Can't wait to dig in

Awesome list !!!! Thank you.