7 Books Every Man Should Read

Today, I share seven books that even man should read for a newfound perspective in life. Hit me up on Instagram at orderofman.link/instagram-ryan and share with me what’s working in your life.
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
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[@noted_insolence1894]

"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]

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

[@noted_insolence1894]

What are you even talking about there high-speed?

[@noted_insolence1894]

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]

oh i like that

[@jeanalexandre1105]

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

[@miriamrivero6659]

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]

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

[@zach3699]

Thank you.

[@ronixdash123]

@Emanuel Markus Mam*

[@erniea5843]

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

[@spiritled555]

You are the real MVP!

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

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]

Drop the list

[@JayC00]

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

[@japaneseanimation4996]

Please, drop your list.

[@mangamike6855]

So share the list

[@ahmedmtn2667]

Great man plz share the list

[@irvwayshort9566]

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]

Fahrenheit 451

[@Kevin.A.S]

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.

[@nitinkumar7329]

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]

Thank you!

[@ep_aesthetics5917]

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

[@averageprepper2984]

@@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]

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

[@jonveteran8424]

You're the real MVP

[@seanwilliams6417]

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

[@bobbico03]

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]

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

[@bobbico03]

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]

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]

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

[@brunoferrum1060]

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]

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

[@brunoferrum1060]

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]

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

[@phillawson5785]

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

[@brunoferrum1060]

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!

[@davidguthrie3739]

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]

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

[@chipixie]

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]

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]

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]

@@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]

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

[@cameronmccoy5051]

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.

[@willomally]

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

[@dubsnaks3698]

Excellent read and wisdom!

[@johnathangrey3463]

The greatest swordmen who every lived.

[@vicmajid973]

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

[@legacypatriot6326]

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

[@mbtadhl]

Absolutely

[@vincentconti-jb3hd]

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!!!!

[@laurentgarnier4918]

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]

7) 14:20 Sovereignty

[@samuelmulowa3463]

The Authors?

[@basantaphagami2526]

Thank you

[@dpg8090]

Thank you!

[@mattverville9227]

that war of art sounds like a good one

[@tomcat8662]

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]

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]

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.

[@marycahill546]

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]

ok boomer

[@alexanderx3554]

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

[@stryd3rassassin]

Yes, should be a mandatory reading for everyone.

[@VictorBell717]

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]

I agree.

[@StrongOver40]

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!

[@crazedbrazy617bh]

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

[@morningnapalm9963]

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]

Rexus Mundi yes! Kjv

[@kjcenteno5734]

Exactly

[@drock5642]

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

[@benjamingoulet8059]

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

[@prashantkrishnankutty6038]

Rightly Said brother. Holy Bible is a Life Guide

[@pathom5764]

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

[@TheoSprinkles]

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

[@sonderexpeditions]

Whoa, just ordered it. Excited.

[@yehudasam]

Kip mentions it all the time

[@jessiebutikofer7981]

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!

[@xNobleSavagex]

"Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins. Indispensable.

[@TheDigitalShogun]

The audio book of it is great!!

[@erbeypineda4127]

Yup great book

[@offroad5798]

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

[@dannyup9507]

tell me a little more about it , thank you

[@steventregilgas5016]

Lol it’s better than proverbs

[@hanhengkhor6787]

'The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People'.

[@StopFear]

That book is very outdated

[@10percentDan]

Another great!

[@hamiorg]

@@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]

@@StopFear Absolutely not!

[@mybecember]

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!

[@alexhusley1890]

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

[@egds64]

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]

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

[@phoenixrisin2269]

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

[@nupe4camg]

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

[@johnreed9050]

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

[@egds64]

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

[@Michael-qq9tj]

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

[@shotgun111180]

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]

u right about ur book picks great

[@jacobrobertson193]

I was going to list Atomic Habits

[@paulmunro3175]

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

[@chicochico1012]

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

[@nakke3]

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.

[@michaelst7680]

The book which had the most influence on me was "Free to Choose" by Milton and Rose Friedman, which I read in 1980 at the age of 26. Not only does it explain fully and completely how Capitalism is the only natural companion to Freedom, it explains WHY it is humankinds' natural state. It exposes the corruption of spirit when men(and women) exploit power using government force. It shows why the US Constitution is a physical manifestation of the philosophy of Freedom. But the book also explains why freedom in all it's forms is indomitable, despite every effort to suppress it. It turned me from a McGovern/Carter loyalist to a full fledged Libertarian, which I still am today.

[@adam-pc1wt]

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

[@malikaustin9087]

I love David Goggins I gotta get that Book

[@laikynsdad]

rodger that !

[@muzakdeep]

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

[@rasheemthebestfirstone3274]

Facts

[@rasheemthebestfirstone3274]

@@muzakdeep yup it’s like a pod

[@wolfharthiphop]

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]

Highly underrated topic

[@Chiefab22]

Definitely agree

[@lesson6317]

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

[@TheMasterLilNasty]

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

[@alltheworldsastage4785]

Amen.

[@abrooks8018]

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!

[@rodolfodelatorre-books3940]

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.

[@naweenkumar384]

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]

Thanks Man you aré doing an appreciated service to the comunity

[@juncsh4111]

We all must read: Animal farm by George Orwell

[@revenant2979]

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

[@PantheonProjects]

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

[@sonderexpeditions]

I need to reread this!

[@mongolturkrants]

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

[@npc-tq6yi]

@@mongolturkrants potatoe potato.

[@jayanths1221]

'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.

[@Dhiginbotham]

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)

[@megasxander6613]

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

[@theoak64]

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]

I read it, excellent

[@owodee]

Second this

[@adarshgireesh1764]

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

[@iammaximus614]

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

[@jesusislord5275]

Is it a christian book

[@dontsimpbro7039]

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

[@Paulo-qz5rm]

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

[@TomBinnz]

“King. Warrior, Magician, Lover” is a must

[@UVJ_Scott]

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

[@rythmicwarrior]

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]

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

[@rythmicwarrior]

@@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]

cool!!

[@ThothTheAtlanteanK]

HaHa! Truth. Agreed! Same here.

[@chesterxman]

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

[@craigostertag1335]

I watched this video 3 years ago and read Wild at Heart immediately after. Ended up being saved my Jesus Christ and have never looked back. Thank you for making this video Ryan. God definitely used you in my life.

[@ReligionOfSacrifice]

Glad to hear it.

[@jlpe954]

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

[@BrandonCary]

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

[@lazarusngalande4967]

This is awesome. Much appreciated.

[@markantony2787]

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

[@zhbvenkhoReload]

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

[@ronniejdio9411]

Amazing book

[@JADEGATETIGRESS]

An amazing read; brings one great pause for introspection.

[@jimisnotunique]

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]

Charlie!

[@errolrivera8872]

Sorry, Charly (with a backwards R)

[@timtorres2971]

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]

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

[@PhilipWongFamily]

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

[@zacheryallen1854]

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

[@znostalgicabode1619]

Meditations from Marcus Aurelius is EPIC !

[@TheComfortInStatic_Official]

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

[@diogeneslantern18]

@@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]

I open and read it every morning

[@amitamit6564]

@@TheComfortInStatic_Official how

[@LFOD7491]

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

[@Mikey-wg2xu]

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

[@sittingonmysofa]

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]

Spot on!!

[@JosesAmazingWorlds]

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

[@danh.5998]

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

[@killerinstinct1054]

I really appreciate you putting the titles in the description.

[@ThePaulfullTruth]

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...

[@StrongMightyandFree]

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]

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]

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

[@renehenriksen1735]

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]

@@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]

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

[@fobbitoperator3620]

"Be like water." -Bruce Lee

[@renehenriksen1735]

@@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]

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

[@bigbrotherbeau]

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

[@jordanwiley5432]

"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!!

[@Js1u]

How to make friends and influence people is my fav

[@KerrymovedandImsad]

How to win friends and influence people - Dale Carnegie

[@shooterspodcast8667]

One of my favorites as well. Those principles has helped me in many situations and interactions over the years.

[@_hector__]

Wonderful book to listen to I think it actually helped me in being more conscientious and try to do whats right

[@stoic6316]

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]

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]

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

[@diogeneslantern18]

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.

[@70epictetus]

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

[@lawsen3719]

I'm reading As a Man Thinketh currently, and it is such a great book, but more of a reminder, it is a book, because of how short it is, you can come back to and read like once every few months just to get back on the right path.

[@user-sh2mk8ew4c]

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!!!

[@arobertpetersen]

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.

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

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.

[@dantarradellas7351]

Awesome list !!!! Thank you.

[@xekret]

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

[@cautarepvp2079]

all of them?

[@DrLimbic]

Nice try, Robert Greene.

[@xekret]

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

[@xekret]

DrLimbic No, I’m not Robert Greene haha

[@John-100]

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.

[@bimplerouge9389]

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.

[@johnvillamil3138]

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

[@cweezy1985]

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

[@ivan1196]

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

[@minimatemasterworks]

The Zen and Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. I'm not into motorcycles, but that's not the point of this book. It's about values and meaning all wrapped into an adventure. Love the book. Also 12 rules for Life by Jordan Peterson.

[@PilsenChgo]

Great recommendation.

[@ernestocarulla8114]

Lila, too by the same author

[@davidcubillos3884]

This is one of two of my favorite shorts that he does!

[@richardstevenjones]

This is a great list. I'd add The Brothers Karamozov by Fyodor Dostoevsky, Man Up! by Jeffrey Hemmer, The Road by Cormac McCarthy, and How to be a Gentleman by John Bridges.

[@hw934]

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]

H W ....agreed !

[@MrPatvee]

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

[@3rdeyejedi231]

Agreed great book

[@robertg6339]

What's it about?

[@niloorca3303]

Thanks for recommending this .

[@Wildenfree]

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]

100% agree. Solid book.

[@jonmeador8637]

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.

[@djwheels66]

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.

[@pedrorodriguez464]

James Allen (1864-1912), His best known work, "As a Man Thinketh", has been mass-produced since its publication in 1903. The War of Art by Steven Pressfield (b.1943)) published in 2002. Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing (1921-1975) published in 1959. Meditations by Marcus Aurelius (A.D.121 - A.D.180), Written in 167 A.C.E.. Manhood in the Making: Cultural Concepts of Masculinity by anthropologist David D. Gilmore published in1963. Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul by John Eldredge published in 2001. Sovereignty: The Battle for the Hearts and Minds of Men by Ryan Michler published in 2018. Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl (1905- 1997) originally published in 1946. This book has sold more than 10 million copies in twenty-four languages.

[@iammaximus614]

Insights 📚👍🏽

[@10percentDan]

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]

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

[@audiobooks.anywhere]

Love the selection. My favourite is Man's searching for meaning.

[@bradleyhardeman8644]

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

[@slovan12]

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]

wesla the way of the superior man is a great read

[@a1videoprod]

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.

[@civlwrbuf]

Can't argue with that list. I'll add my two cents or seven cents as it were. 1. Into the Wild 2. Tom Sawyer or Huck Finn 3. 12 Rules For Life 4. The Federalist Papers 5. The Killer Angels 6. Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. 7. Survive!: Essential Skills and Tactics to Get You Out of Anywhere - Alive

[@durrelllevy196]

Appreciate you sharing these books brother.

[@madnessb8305]

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

[@harisonxavier9441]

12 rules for life - Jordan B Peterson

[@corymorrison9371]

Are you the only one saying this? 12 rules changed my life more than anything I've seen or read.

[@gorryman]

Is bullshit , look at him and his kids total neurotics , Peterson is a word salad charlatan

[@TheoSprinkles]

@@gorryman I disagree, everyone is a resource and Peterson has a lot to offer. Take the good and leave the bad. Tiger Woods is a great golfer, wouldn't take his marriage advice.

[@calreeves6755]

@@gorryman Suffering from mental illness simultaneously with experiencing withdraw from prescribed medicine does not make you a bad person or even an irresponsible person, it means that you are human susceptible to suffering like the rest of us. Dr. Peterson taught at Harvard, has over 8,000 professional citations to back his 100 authored or co-authored publications in psychology, and is a clinical psychologist as well. His book 12 Rules for Life has 220 footnotes to scientific studies and third party resources in which you can use for further knowledge or for the purpose of fact-checking (which he did not have to provide). Peterson has been studying the topics he has been talking about (psychology, mythology, religion etc.) for most of his adult life (he spent 13 years writing maps of meaning). It should be obvious that instant understanding will not be experienced with many of the topics he speaks on if you are not a specialist in his field. If a Harvard biologist was giving a lecture, one with hundreds of peer-reviewed articles to their name, you would not understand much of what he/she was talking about and I doubt you would take issue with that. With the humanities and psychology it seems, many people consider themselves entitled to label those who have devoted thousands upon thousands of hours to study as "charlatan's" without giving such people a charitable listen and embracing the complexity/nuance that comes with a topic as deep and meaningful as the ones mentioned.

[@calreeves6755]

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[@ramoslabwa206]

1. As A Man Thinketh 2. The War of Art 3. Endurance 4. Meditations by Marcus Aurelius 5. Manhood in the Making 6. Wild at Heart 7. Sovereignty

[@Orderofman]

Thanks for sharing.

[@ramoslabwa206]

@@Orderofman Congratulations on your new book 👊🏼

[@patchesohoulihan2009]

Thanks for saving me 20 minutes

[@pavel0900]

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!

[@Ara24_td]

Now I'm not a huge reader or anything but I do read, and the book that really reframed my perspective about people and meeting new people was "How to read people like a book" Its a short read but it talks about the human physiology pretty well, and I recommend it for anyone who's interested in that topic.

[@yeshuamcj546]

Knowledge is power and power is the application of knowledge!

[@Beastiie7]

who said that?

[@dagoods528]

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

[@Zack-tx7oz]

"The Way of The Superior Man" by David Deida. For those questioning the essence what it means to be men, there is NO OTHER BOOK that answers your questions.

[@tg3137]

Very great book indeed

[@Jagsjshsksbsnaksjdlj]

For sure

[@StopFear]

I disagree. I cannot recommend that book. The author is a self proclaimed "expert on sexual spirituality". Basically his book is more of a new age bs in which he has neither the guts to embrace a religion, nor reject it. He needs to have some sort greater authority on how to be a man.

[@shoutatthesky]

Maybe if you're a shallow pickup artist loser.

[@roostermcghee9506]

@@StopFear That is not exactly true. While alot of men will be shallow without spirituality, many are not. Belief in something greater than oneself is essential, Whether it be God, universe, or the greater good. While all are similar spirit. Not all are spiritual. What I'm saying is, one can be a good man without spirituality.

[@brandyhouston2105]

Thanks for making The video. Perfect timing. Wise.

[@donxiscote2837]

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

[@patcummings7533]

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

[@jasonthieme8926]

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

[@iadverts4u8]

Thanks for your list.

[@danielsarrubbo7596]

Endurance is a great story about leadership, the human spirit and perseverance. Helped me get through tough times being a police officer especially 9/11.