The Good Men Manifesto: What I’ve learned Doing Men’s Work for 70 years, Part 1
There’s a lot of focus on men these days, much of it negative. Many are concerned about the harm men cause to women, children, and other men. Others are concerned about the problems men cause to themselves. My work over the years has been to help men answer three questions that we all need to... CONTINUE READING→
Come Too Soon: Premature Ejaculation, Part II
If you’re a man who’s ever experienced early ejaculation when you weren’t ready for it, you’ll know how upsetting this feels. Perhaps you’ve been ashamed or embarrassed that you couldn’t ‘go the extra mile’. Premature ejaculation is medically defined as a heightened sensitivity to stimulation resulting in early ejaculation at less than 1 to 2... CONTINUE READING→
Diving Deep for a Man’s Health
As a surfer, I find spending time on the ocean wonderfully intoxicating. The power and pitch of the waves, the size of swells, the shimmer of the sea, all magnificent to behold. But, what’s beneath the water’s surface is truly a whole other world; one even more marvelous than floating on top. And so it... CONTINUE READING→
Why Every Man Needs a Men’s Group
My life was in turmoil. My marriage was in trouble. My two kids were suffering. I was very successful at work, but the stress was killing me. When I saw the flyer in Mill Valley I almost screamed. “Men, come and share a day with other men and hear psychologist Herb Goldberg, author of The Hazards... CONTINUE READING→
Come Too Soon: Premature Ejaculation, Part I
If you’re gonna understand premature ejaculation, you’ll need to learn how your penis works before you read anything else. In this blog series, you’ll get to grips with how your penis functions and the mechanisms that work together to control your rocket launcher. First up: how does an erection work? A healthy erection is controlled... CONTINUE READING→
Setting the Costs of Medicines: Government Price Arbitration Is Dicey Policy
We are all concerned about the cost of medications. As the leading health advocacy and education non-profit for advancing the comprehensive health of boys and men in America, Men’s Health Network (MHN) focuses on policy issues and strategies to help enhance the health of boys and men. Medications are one of the most cost-effective ways... CONTINUE READING→
Intimacy After War Injury
You appreciate a nice cold glass of water. And you rely on a steady flow of electricity to your home and work. Many of us also admire how modern technology keeps us not only engaged and productive but also organized. But when is the last time you reflected upon the most precious natural resource in... CONTINUE READING→
Jeffrey Epstein Was Just Doing What Men Do… In a World That Ended 100 Years Ago
If you’re rich and famous you’ve probably known about Jeffrey Epstein for a long time. The rest of us have only recently learned about him from the barrage of news stories with headlines like these: How Jeffrey Epstein’s Death Became a Political Football—CNN News Jeffrey Epstein Accuser Jennifer Araoz Sues Ghislaine—NBC News Jeffrey Epstein’s Death... CONTINUE READING→
Brazil on My Mind
Ah, Brazil! Just saying the word brings to mind thoughts of endless white, sandy beaches; soothing, warm Atlantic waters; Tropicalismo music; bright, sunny colors; and a very special people. With destinations like Rio, Bahia, and the Amazon, Brazil can seem very exotic. But, in some ways, Brazil is just like America. Surfs Up! As luck... CONTINUE READING→
The Future of Fathers
Dear Mr. Dad: This Father’s Day is over, but what advice do you have keep dads involved every day? A: As someone who spends a lot of time doing research on and writing about fathers—and even more time trying to be a good dad—I agree that the fact that the one day per year that’s dedicated... CONTINUE READING→