At the heart of Essentially Man (EM) lies a bold question: What does it mean to be a man? Founded by a seasoned traveller who has witnessed masculinity in over a hundred countries, EM is a platform for honest conversations about strength, character, and purpose in the modern world.

Growing up in Australia, Ben’s father embodied strength but kept his emotions guarded — a man of few words, often distant. Without a clear model to follow, Ben set out to forge his own understanding of what it means to be a man, one shaped by wisdom, experience, and resilience.

Through years of travel, Ben encountered men from every walk of life. Warriors, fathers, leaders, and dreamers — each man carried his own vision of masculinity. These encounters revealed a truth: masculinity isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s personal and forged through life's challenges.

EM was born to cut through the noise and tackle the real questions men face today. It’s a space to explore masculinity on your own terms, with stories and strategies that resonate across borders. Here, men from all backgrounds come together to define their own paths.

Essentially Man doesn’t dictate what a man should be. Instead, it’s about finding what works — the values, disciplines, and principles that stand the test of time. With a commitment to authenticity and truth, EM provides insights and tools to help men lead with strength and purpose.

At EM, the strength lies in the collective. This is not a solo mission but a brotherhood — a global conversation where every man’s story, struggles, and triumphs have a place. Together, we’re shaping a clearer, more confident, and purpose-driven vision of masculinity for the men of today and the generations to come.