Primer is a combination of lessons learned, rules to live by, narrative on key moments of history and how that shapes who we are, and more generally, practical advice based on life long experience of going above and beyond, and making the most of the life you have been given. One of the purposes of The Royal Texan is to remind us that the old fashioned ways of conducting oneself is not an antiquated approach to life. Much can be learned from the paths of those who tread them before us.
Unveiling the Ambivert: Navigating the Spectrum of Personality
Personality is a multifaceted aspect of human nature that shapes our thoughts, feelings, and interactions. For a host of personal…
How Light Shapes Our Sleep and Health in the Modern World
In our fast-paced, technology-driven society, we often overlook a fundamental aspect of our existence: the interplay between light and our…
The Digital Dilemma: Navigating Screen Time in Early Childhood
A conversation about one of my recent articles turned into a conversation that created a follow-up I felt needed to…
Eton College Bans Cell Phones for Students
In an era where digital technology pervades nearly every aspect of daily life, some educators, institutions, and parents are reconsidering…
Proper Vehicle Maintenance: A Key To Saving Money And Avoiding Headaches
If you're a new (or new to you) car owner, congratulations! There's nothing quite like the pride and freedom of…
25 Rules for Boys
1. Never Shake A Man’s Hand Sitting Down Standing to shake someone's hand conveys respect, assertiveness, and a professional demeanor,…
Unraveling the Enigma: Gen Z’s Mental Health and the Smartphone Conundrum
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, a heated controversy has erupted surrounding the psychological well-being of Generation Z and the…
Coffee Craze Hits New Heights in America
Talk about “pot calling the kettle black”, at 4 Venti cups (80 ounces) per day I’m as guilty as the…
Mastering the Art of Restful Sleep
I’ve been saying it for a while now and apparently I’m not the only one. For many of us, the…
Unlocking Full Potential: 5 Daily Habits To Transform Productivity
In the hustle and bustle of today's fast-paced world, mastering the art of productivity has become even more crucial than…
8 Signs of Thriving in Today’s World
In a world immersed in the curated narratives of social media where people and companies only show “the best”, where…
Raising Boys
I had lunch with a couple of my mentors last week when I mentioned I needed to get back into…
New Year’s Challenge
As much as I hate to admit it, even I am struggling to refocus and get 2024 started on a…
Purchasing a Rental
Okay, hear me out for a minute here, as I’m sitting at the tire store with 3 vehicles on the…
Carnivore-Friendly Coffees & Drinks
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/I_WrcwuATWU?si=dlwq08oUMh_J9s-z If you're anything like me, then you've probably battled with that irresistible urge for something sweet every now and…
Exploring the Carnivore Diet: A New Way of Eating or Just a Passing Fad?
The carnivore diet, often referred to as the all-meat diet, involves the exclusive consumption of animal products, with some adherents…
The Lost Art of Driving Stick: A Guide to Manual Transmission Cars
Picture this: you, a winding road, and a trusty manual transmission car. A dynamic duo, if you will. There's nothing…
To the Class of 2023:
My niece turned 18 last week and is preparing to graduate High School in about six weeks. While the snarky…
Life’s Little Rules – Part Two
If 17 life's little rules from a decade ago weren’t enough for you, here are 20 more little rules to…
Life’s Little Rules – Part One
Rules. Whether we know it or not, we all live by them. Some may simply call them “guidelines”. How we…
9/11/01 – A Look Back
Where were you on September 11th? With this weekend marking the 10th anniversary of those attacks that question seems to…
One Percent
One percent. One measly little percent. I know that may not sound like much but what if it were compounded…