Life on Standby
Why staying suited up matters more than knowing your destination
“Ready? I was born ready.”
You’ve heard men say this when they’re handed a challenge. Ready for what, exactly? To tackle the day? The year? Fix whatever’s broken?
There’s something about readiness that feels fundamentally masculine. We keep our houses storm-ready, our tools sharp, our game faces available on demand. It’s hardwired into us—this compulsion …






