The Best of Fatherly

What does turning 40 mean for modern men? We asked 40 men who have recently — or are about to — turn 40 to reflect on the milestone. Here's what they said.

You can dramatically decrease your risk of memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer's with just a few easy lifestyle changes.

«“They did a study in Japan where they had people stare at a plant on their desk for two minutes, and their stress levels dropped. There's something about the brain and nature. And they found that if people sprayed the plant with a little bit of water, their stress levels went down faster and further. So taking care of something like a plant is really good for your brain health.”»

Authenticity matters. Great bosses are rare. Whether you’ve been working for decades or are just starting out, this hard-won advice is worth remembering.

Strava, the hugely popular fitness app that turns every run into a virtual race is great fun — and a great way to hurt yourself if you don't proceed with care.

Get more rest or go hit the gym. Which one will help give your day, and week, a boost? Let science be your guide.

Family mottos are mission statements, things you say to keep your family on course. Here are 23 family mottors that serve families well.

«Life should be more than work, more than school, so you have to find those happy moments and grab onto them. But sometimes you have to make them yourself, too. Laugh more and be present.»

Few school friendships survive from kindergarten to adulthood, but every school friend a child makes demonstrates an important aspect of their development.

Sure, actions speak louder than words. But words are nice, too. We asked 12 men to reflect on what they should tell their wives more. They had a lot to say.

Want to be more likable? With a bit of extra attention paid to a few key areas, you can increase your chances of being the most engaging person around.

Lofty personal goals often go unmet. A better tactic? Implement micro habits, which are small, achievable goals that require only a few minutes of your time.

What is wisdom? Here, according to those who study it, are some answers and practical tips for making wiser decisions in your life.

«“A highly intelligent fool may not recognize that such a tradeoff exists in the first place,”»

An attention span researcher explains why our attention spans are dying, how we can regain control of them, and how doing so benefits wellbeing.

«Walk around aimlessly, or better yet, exercise, or best of all, get out into nature.»

Resentment is sneaky. The sooner you identify the signs, the sooner you can take action. Here's what couples must understand.

A new map shows how shockingly dividing the U.S is when it comes to which kid movie is the favorite. Here's what you need to know and why its really weird.