Order of Man

Most of what we see and hear about on the socials regarding being a man is being a savage, a lion, a killer, etc. And, while I don't dismiss the importance of embodying those traits and characteristics, equally important is how to lead with value and serve others.   My guest today, former Navy SEAL and CIA Operative, Ray "Cash" Care and I talk about how to embody both the savage and the servant. W...

In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler shares FIVE lessons learned from his recent hunting trip in Hawaii and explains how you can apply them in both hunting and life.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   You have to carve out time for yourself Surround yourself with like-minded, value-driven men Manage expectations Check...

In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Kipp Sorensen and Drew Kachurak take on questions from the Iron Council and across social media.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (4:00) How do you support your wife in times when she is depressed or overwhelmed by life? (7:30) Is all the development we do in the Iron Council really just us choo...

You know that I've been a long-time outspoken advocate for pulling your kids from government education to home-based education but I also understand how many barriers are in place to doing so. From mindsets, skillsets, and financial resources, it can be daunting to even consider educating your kids within the walls of your home. Today, my guest Matt Beaudreau , and I talk about how to make it a re...

In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler breaks down 10 tactics you should employ to engage in respectful and worthwhile discussions.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Maintain a humble attitude Keep your biases in check Me mindful of how your emotions affect you Be just with offing views Stay on topic Be civil Help your...

In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Kipp Sorensen and Shawn Villalovos take on questions from the Iron Council and across social media.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (4:40) What more can we do to help get this country back where it needs to be? (15:40) How do you deal with people who are negative and dragging you down? (26:00)...

In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses how men can establish influence, credibility, and authority in every important area of life.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Influence: Your ability to modify people's thought patterns, beliefs, or actions Credibility: Established through mastery and consistency Authori...

In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen take on your questions from Instagram.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (3:00) Are you looking for people to read advance copies of your book? (4:00) What homeschooling curriculum does your family use? (11:30) How do I take the next step to get engaged to my girlfr...

What does it mean to earn your stripes? It means that you have to go through the fire of challenge and adversity to thrive and win. That's exactly what my guest, Tim Kennedy , has done all of his life. From serving as an Army Ranger to fighting in the UFC, and running multiple incredibly successful businesses, it's fair to say that Tim Kennedy has officially earn his stripes but all the scars that...

In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler breaks down TEN steps and actions men can take to contribute to the growth of boys into strong men.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Be an example first Be present Use firm but fair communication Be humble Be proud of the right things Get involved in the schools Coach youth sports...

In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen tackle questions from the Order of Man's exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (13:30) How do you perform AARs on reading a book? (17:00) Who has influenced you the most? And do they still? (29:30) What are your thoughts on the p...

The rugged life isn't something most of us are accustomed to. In fact, most men around the world would shatter at the slightest sign of inconvenience, let alone going without power for a week, not having access to food for 24 hours, or fuel prices rising to historic and unprecedented prices. So, how do we, as men, ensure we'll be able to care of ourselves and others? By embracing the Rugged Life m...

In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses how capitalism, at its core, is a very manly societal construct.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Capitalism promotes the idea of rights and responsibilities Capitalism promotes innovation Capitalism operates on merit Capitalism promotes ownership of personal property  ...

In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen tackle questions from the Order of Man Facebook Group.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (8:40) How can we conquer our own biases and other people's biases at the same time? (15:30) What are the most important principles for choosing where to live? (20:20) Is your i...

Life is suffering. At least, it's full of suffering. Unfortunately, too many men avoid voluntary suffering and, instead, choose the path of least resistance. But that path leads to a life of complacency and mediocrity. My guest today is a man who runs (literally) towards suffering and hardship, not to make life harder than it needs to be but to prepare himself for what will inevitably come. His na...

In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler breaks down how focusing on small steps can lead to big results.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Take one or two steps each day toward your objective Measure success by hitting small targets, not by looking at the overall objective When you hit the small targets, the ultimate obj...

In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen answer the hottest questions from the Iron Council.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (19:30) What are your biggest takeaways from the Man Uncaged event? (31:40) As a single man, what kinds of things can you do to fill your time without spending too much money? (36:...

My guests today is friend, former Navy SEAL, and New York Times Bestselling author, Jack Carr . We take so many difference routes in this conversation and all of them worthy of discussion. Of course, we cover his latest book in the James Reece Saga, In the Blood , but we also get into how to eliminate distractions and maintain focus, how to keep yourself from getting tripped up with obstacles on y...

In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler provides FOUR simple strategies for how you can rebound and regain your honor after you screw up.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Admit the fact that you screwed up Apologize to the person/people you hurt Adjust your behavior Accept the outcome   Want maximum health, wealth, rela...

In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Shawn Villalovos discuss Shawn's Mexican heritage and tackle your questions from the Iron Council.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (17:20) When releasing a book, how do you decide between looking for a publishing company vs. self-publishing? (32:50) How do you balance weight tr...

Life never presents us with a linear path to success. Often, the journey is marred with failures, obstacles, setbacks, challenges, and detours. It's what we do in the face of the inevitable that determines the level of satisfaction and fulfillment in our lives. My guest today is a Master Bladesmith (in fact, he was able to achieve that status younger than anyone else in history), and the founder o...

In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler discusses FOUR common myths about homeschool and why you should not let them stand in you way.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   You as a parent aren't qualified to teach The kids won't be socialized They won't be exposed to new ideas We don't have the time or money to homeschool  ...

In this week's ASK ME ANYTHING, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen dive into the week's top questions from the Order of Man Facebook Group.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.  ⠀ SHOW HIGHLIGHTS ⠀ (21:00) How did your kids handle the move to Maine? Do you have any thoughts and recommendations for someone making a similar move? (29:00) What is a short sto...

Back to visit again is repeat guest and friend, Ethan Suplee . He is an extraordinary actor. You've seen him in Remember the Titans, American History X,   Without a Paddle, and, of course, My Name is Earl. But he's also an extraordinary man and has a ton of valuable wisdom to share as it relates to life, success, overcoming adversity, losing weight, getting in shape, and disciplining your life.  ...

In this week's FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ryan Michler shares FIVE actions you can take today to take your sex life to the next level.   Hit Ryan up on Instagram at  @ryanmichler  and share what's working in your life.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS   Lose weight and get in shape Stop watching porn Learn to communicate with her Assert yourself Continue to court her   Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and ab...