How to be a man: (and other illusions)

Start with a strong base

Mind your business

Don't burn any bridges

Stay humble

Give thanks

Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty

Know your tunes

Set goals (and boundaries)

Be smart with your money (and your talents)

Make time for your friends

When in Rome

Convert darkness into productivity (and a panty-dropping set of pecks)

Skip the stripclub, hit the bookstore

Be loyal

Get a dog

Be the man

Find a good woman (or dude) and hold her close

Parent, even if it's via Skype

Date like you mean it

Keep your friends close

See something, say something

Don't die young (you'll miss out on being 50)

Innovate and modernize. then get up and do it again

Know how to fix things (and what you can't fix)

Let go of resentments, Vol. I

Let go of resentments, Vol. II

Prioritize and strategize

Epilogue. Never quit doing what you love.