by Michael Parise | Jun 14, 2012
The other day I went up to my friend Mark’s home. He and his roommate rent the second and attic floors of a nice early 20th century home in Boston. He’d let things go for a while and asked me to help him reorganize his space. It was not terribly difficult...
by Michael Parise | Jun 4, 2012
Susan and I have been friends since 1996 when I first went to her studio for art lessons. This week she’s turned 65 and is younger than ever. She’s constantly recreating herself. Whenever Susan gets feeling low, she either goes out for a brisk run, or, in the...
by Michael Parise | Jun 2, 2012
People have a variety of reactions toward the subject of sexuality. Some leave their sexuality on a shelf and take down every once and while to use it. Others maintain a duality regarding sexuality so that it is enjoyable only when accompanied by a dose of guilt. ...
by Michael Parise | May 13, 2012
Relationships become whole as you become whole. But the parallel isn’t automatic. You must place your attention on seeing untold potential in another person. I was deeply touched by a visit to Cuba few years ago. Taken around the island by my hosts, I saw...
by Michael Parise | May 11, 2012
Contact the Man’s Coach, at michaelparise@gmail.com We are increasingly aware of the major impact on our culture that women have always had; how truly heroic they have been, frequently in...