These 5 marks of a man are a path toward better, more meaningful life

I believe the vast majority of males don’t want a life of perpetual boyhood. But the way forward is foggy. Most have no idea where to go, what to do or who to even ask for help.

Brian Tome founded and leads Crossroads Church; has written five books, including "The Five Marks of a Man" and "The Five Marks of a Man Tactical Guide"; hosts "The Aggressive Life" podcast; and started Man Camp, a primitive weekend camping experience that’s driven 20,000 men to reclaim the code of manhood. He lives with his wife, Libby, in Cincinnati.

But if we feel compassion for populations that are hurting, left behind and in trouble, men must be included. 

Men have an average life expectancy five years less than women. Men commit suicide at four times the rate of women. A recent study claimed 44% of men have contemplated ending their lives in the last two weeks.