A post for you on mindfulness, while sipping your coffee. Have a cup and enjoy a tale. In a culture where the clamor of modern life often drowns the voices of timeless virtues, where depravity is celebrated and true honor diminished, there exists a treasure trove of wisdom that modern men can turn to for guidance—Old English poetry from the 7th to the 11th centuries. These verses, born from the minds of early Anglo-Saxon writers, are more than ancient relics; they are enduring sources of masculine values, honor, justice, perseverance, and faith. If we just take the time to pause, read, and digest these age-old verses, we’ll discover how they offer a guiding light for contemporary men seeking to navigate the complexities of life.

Story by Donovon Riley