Book of Jay Blog

My thoughts and perspective on culture, personal growth, masculinity and authentic leadership.

100 Conversations in 100 Days: What One Man's Challenge Taught Me About Human Connection

 

We live in a world where it's never been easier to connect—and yet so many of us feel more disconnected than ever. Whether it's the aftermath of the pandemic, remote work, or the digital noise that...

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The Crayon Box of Emotions: What Mental Health Looks Like

May is Mental Health Awareness Month—and this year, I had the absolute honor of sitting down with licensed therapist Dawn Swan for a profoundly moving conversation on the Just Human podcast. What unfo...

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Find Your Hard: Lessons in Grit from a Combat Marine Turned Ultra Runner

What does it mean to find your hard?

For Tyler Herman, it started with a sense of gratitude and an unshakable desire to give back—a mindset that led him into the United States Marine Corps at 17. But...

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The Leap You're Meant to Take: How Embracing Fear, Growth, and Discomfort Leads to the Life You Were Made For

We are all taught, in one way or another, to play it safe.

Work hard. Stay on the path. Do what's expected.

And yet, buried under that surface, many of us feel it — the quiet pull toward something ...

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The Thumbs Up Emoji: A Tiny Middle Finger in Disguise

(FYI-This is intended mostly for laughs. Just wanted the literal police to know.)

There are a lot of ways to subtly insult someone in the digital age. There's the dreaded "K." The ominous "…" that im...

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Cultural Menu – There’s Space for Many Tastes

Imagine walking into a restaurant that only serves one dish—no variety, no options, just the same thing every day. Not only would that be incredibly boring, but it wouldn’t last long as a business. Pe...

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Breaking the Mold: Life Lessons from a Pile of Legos

As an accountant by education and an analytical person to my core, I have to admit that I like order.  Debits must equal credits, and instructions are meant to be followed.  With that out of the way, ...

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Out of the Comfort Zone: Building a Legacy Beyond the Corporate World

The "corporate comfort zone" is a familiar space for many professionals—a place defined by steady income, predictable routines, and established hierarchies. It offers a sense of safety and structure b...

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Ten Myths and FACTS Regarding DE&I

In recent years, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) have become a cornerstone of thriving workplace cultures, evolving from a "nice-to-have" initiative to a strategic imperative. Organizations ac...

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Five Powerful Ways to Measure Success Beyond Money

In today’s society, financial wealth often dominates the definition of success. The size of a paycheck, the value of a home, or the accumulation of possessions are touted as hallmarks of achievement. ...

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The Top 10 Ways for Men to Improve Their Health

 

In today’s fast-paced world, prioritizing health often takes a back seat to work, family responsibilities, and the endless demands of daily life. For many men, self-care can feel indulgent, even un...

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The Challenge of Making Lasting Friendships for Men

If you ask most men about their friends, you will likely get an exhaustive list of neighbors, fantasy sports buddies, and their old high school sports buddies. If you refine the question to ask who th...

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