Man up

An incomplete guide to being a boy

Man up and:

1. Do something embarrassing and laugh it off

2. Put strangers at ease

3. Read less news and more books

4. Be a creator not a consumer

5. Compliment other people (all the time)

6. Build people up

7. Buy a fucking lamp (stop using the big light)

8. Relentlessly pursue curiosity

9. Stop bringing your phone to bed

10. Cook something simple and nourishing for a friend

11. Find a mug you really like and drink tea out of it

12. Play a sport you’re bad at and don’t take it too seriously

13. Let someone else be in charge every now and then

14. Make art

15. Send a friend a voice note saying you love them

16. Ask silly questions

17. Admit you aren’t the smartest in the room and be pleased about it

18. Have a silly little hobby

19. Wear sunscreen

20. Go to the doctor

21. Be wrong (try not to care)

22. Suck at things regularly but keep showing up

23. Write poetry

24. Go for a walk

25. Listen to people you disagree with

26. Stand up for yourself when you need to but let things go when possible

27. Mentor someone

28. Read fiction

29. Hug your friends and family

30. Do something with your hands

31. Be considerate when you’re in public

32. Be kind to yourself