Book excerpt: This book is a collection of the most impactful articles written by relationship coach Steve Horsmon. They have been divided into specific themes where Steve shares powerful stories and concepts with readers about love, life, being a good guy, and getting rid of misconceptions about marriage.Some of these may challenge your current thinking. At times, you may feel both scared and inspired. Eventually, a surge of self-confidence and self-respect will emerge. From there you may feel the rush of overwhelming opportunity with a twinge of anxiety about how to take your next steps.You will wonder why nobody told you these things when you were 18 years old. And you may have a few epiphanies that make you shake your head just like Steve did when he began this work.In this book you will learn how to:*Boldly declare your masculine values and boundaries for your life and relationship*Confidently stand up for what you want without looking like a big, fat jerk*Understand the deeper meaning behind your woman's coldness, disrespect, and rejection*Handle conflict and tension without getting rattled and increasing her attraction and desire at the same time*Decide whether or not your relationship is salvageable or even worth saving*Flip the switch from seeking validation from women to standing strong in a new, self-reliant, masculine frame