Escape the Friendship Recession & Build Your Inner Circle
You have a thousand followers but no one to call in a crisis. This 7-day journey is a rebellion against modern loneliness. We'll give you a playbook for escaping the friendship recession and intentionally forging an inner circle of loyal, high-caliber men.

The Social Animal
Our journey begins by understanding our fundamental need for connection. This book is the essential starting point, a scientific look at why we are wired for social connection. It will convince you that building a brotherhood isn't a luxury; it's a biological necessity.

How to Win Friends and Influence People
After understanding the 'why' of connection yesterday, this book gives you the timeless 'how.' It’s the foundational guide to the simple, powerful behaviors that build trust and rapport, which are the entry points to any meaningful friendship.

Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead
With the skills to make acquaintances, this book teaches you how to turn them into brothers. True bonds aren't built on small talk; they're built on shared vulnerability. This is your guide to having the courage to go deep with other men.

Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win
Building on the vulnerability from yesterday, this book provides the code of accountability that forges elite teams. The strongest brotherhoods are built on mutual responsibility. This is the mindset that turns a friend group into a SEAL team.

The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups
Now that you have the code of conduct, this book shows you how to build the environment. It's a deep dive into the specific behaviors that create a sense of safety, belonging, and shared purpose in any group. It’s the 'how-to' for building your inner circle's culture.

The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea
With a strong culture, this book teaches you how to be a valuable member of it. It’s a powerful parable about the importance of focusing on giving value to your network. A strong brotherhood is built by men who consistently show up for each other.

The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters
For our finale, the practical art of maintaining your brotherhood. After a week of building the bonds, this book is a masterclass in how to bring your circle together intentionally and meaningfully. It’s the capstone for being the connector who keeps the fire of friendship alive.
Your daily 1-minute insights