Why Every Middle-Aged Man Needs a Hobby He’s Bad At
Learning the banjo in middle age taught me patience, humility, and an unexpected lesson: growth starts when you’re willing to be a beginner again.
Learning the banjo in middle age taught me patience, humility, and an unexpected lesson: growth starts when you’re willing to be a beginner again.
Somewhere along the way, many men stop seeking adventure and start playing it safe. Here’s why I believe challenge, growth, and new experiences matter more than ever in middle age.
For years, I thought I was burned out. What if the real problem wasn’t exhaustion, but boredom? Here’s how I learned the difference—and why it changed the way I think about midlife.