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Trouble motivating yourself to get into the cold plunge?

Hey, listen up. This isn’t just about jumping into some freezing cold water. This is about who you are and who you want to become. Every time you lie there, thinking about how much you don’t want to do it, you’re facing a test. It’s a test of your will, your discipline, and your commitment […]

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A Martial Artist’s Roadmap to Peak Performance After 45

Hey there, warriors over 45! Are you ready to redefine what it means to be or to become a martial artist at your age? Gone are the days of settling for less. This is a sure way to avoid developing Chestnut Syndrome and if you are saying to youself, yea yea, that is easy for […]

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Hate speech is a made up term

Listen up, folks. Freedom of speech is like the bread and butter of a democratic society. It’s so crucial, you can’t even imagine. It allows people to express their thoughts, opinions, and beliefs freely without any fear of being shut down or prosecuted. This kind of open communication is what builds a truly diverse and […]

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The Confidence-Competence Loop: A Firefighting Perspective

As a seasoned firefighter, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of the confidence-competence loop in high-stakes situations. When every second counts and lives are on the line, it’s critical to have both confidence in your abilities and the competence to execute them. You see, when you’re fighting a fire, you can’t afford to second-guess yourself or […]

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Consider learning to Hunt

Hunting is more than just a leisure activity or a way to put food on the table. It is a challenging, rewarding, and essential skill that has been passed down through generations of human beings. In an age where people are increasingly disconnected from the natural world and rely on supermarkets for their food, hunting […]

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Top 5 books to read on survival & 25 tips

As a man, it is important to be self-sufficient and able to take care of yourself and your family in any situation. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a financial crisis, or any other emergency, being prepared is key to ensuring the safety and security of those you love. In this article, we will take a […]

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Being kind is not weak

Life is a journey that is filled with a multitude of experiences, both good and bad. The ups and downs, twists and turns, and the challenges and difficulties that we face along the way, are what shape us into the person that we are today. These hardships that we endure, the battles that we fight, […]

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Why you should train in your 40ies and 50ies

Training is a lifelong journey and it is never too late to start. Many people believe that as they get older, their best days in the gym are behind them. But I’m here to tell you that this simply isn’t true. No matter your age, training can have a profound impact on your health, your […]

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The road to greatness is not for the faint of heart.

The road to greatness is not easy, and those who have achieved greatness are those who have been willing to endure the hardest of hardships. Men who have persevered through life’s greatest challenges and have come out on the other side with their heads held high are the men who have truly succeeded. If you […]

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Why Your Self Confidence Sucks… and How to Fix It!

Very few people succeed in life without some level of confidence. It’s extremely hard living when you feel like you don’t look good enough, you feel like you’re the dumbest person in the room, and you worry whether people like you or not. A 2022 survey conducted in the UK found that 85% of women […]