Topic: Volunteering

The eighth pillar involves volunteering and helping those less fortunate. Owensby describes his work pushing children in wheelchairs during 5K events and his previous experience with an adaptive surfing group in California. The host mentions "Park Run," a global free 5K initiative, as a potential vehicle for such community service.

Men are encouraged to find social outlets through physical activities like Park Run, walking football, or senior rugby to flood the body with endorphins. Other suggested avenues for connection include chess clubs, music jamming nights, church social groups, and established organizations such as Andy’s Man Club or Man Sheds. Jensen also advises replacing "crap TV" with inspiring documentaries and comedies to improve one's conversational repertoire in social settings.

Men who do not have their children on Christmas Day are urged to avoid isolation and "pity meals." Suggestions for staying active include volunteering at local charities, attending church services for the community aspect, or reaching out to old friends. The segment references the story of Ebenezer Scrooge to remind listeners that a difficult present does not define their future holiday experiences.

The conversation turns to abandoning unwanted traditions, such as cooking turkey, in favor of preferred meals like tomahawk steaks or full English breakfasts. They also discuss the benefits of volunteering at soup kitchens during the holidays. Helping others is presented as a powerful way to gain perspective on one's own life and combat feelings of self-pity.