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MASCULINE INTELLIGENCE
The Book & Podcast
The New Book by John Toomey

Masculine Intelligence

"Reclaim Who You Really Are."

A thoughtful exploration of responsibility, integrity, emotional maturity, self-awareness and purpose — and the quiet strength it takes to become the man you are capable of being.

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Before you pre-order, begin with the opening of Masculine Intelligence and experience John Toomey's approach for yourself.

  • Opens with one question: is the word man a noun, or a verb?
  • Includes the Forethought and the Introduction, exactly as printed
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The Idea

What Is Masculine Intelligence?

It is not domination, performance, or a persona to wear. Masculine intelligence is a grounded inner knowing — the clarity that grows as a man becomes more aware, understands his own mind, strengthens his moral compass, manages his feelings honestly, takes responsibility, and learns to be truly present.

Strength that protects rather than performs. Capability without tyranny. Love without weakness.

Is the Word Man a Noun — or a Verb?

A male is born. A man becomes. Through his choices. Through responsibility, discipline, sacrifice, courage, service, wisdom and self-mastery — through the standards he accepts, and the standards he refuses to abandon.

Manhood is not a destination. It is a lifelong practice. This book is an exploration of that possibility.

True North

The Foundations of Masculine Intelligence

Moral Compass & Integrity

Establishing your own True North — the values you will not trade — and the self-trust that comes from living by them.

Self-Mastery & Attention

Where your attention goes, your life follows. Directing your mind, your habits and your will — instead of being led by them.

Emotional Intelligence

Understanding feelings without being controlled by them — presence and emotional maturity as strengths, not weaknesses.

Responsibility & Guardianship

Responsibility doesn't limit a man — it builds him. Standing as a steady, protective presence for the people in your care.

Health & Capability

A body maintained with discipline — physical capability as a practical expression of responsibility to yourself and others.

Purpose, Fatherhood & Contribution

Living for something greater than yourself — fatherhood, mentoring, service and community as the deepest sources of meaning.

Real Book. Real Readers.

From the Australian Launch

Masculine Intelligence launched in Australia with readers, conversations, signed copies — and the beginning of a much larger journey.

John Toomey with two readers holding signed copies of Masculine Intelligence
Readers with their signed copies
John Toomey signing copies of Masculine Intelligence at the launch
John signing on the night
Guests gathered at the Masculine Intelligence launch event
A full room at the launch

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Inside These Pages

What You'll Discover

Practical, reflective ground — not theory for its own sake.

John Toomey signing a copy of Masculine Intelligence
The Author

About John Toomey

John Toomey is a writer, speaker and wellbeing thought leader. He serves as Global Chair of the Men's Wellbeing Initiative at the Global Wellness Institute, and hosts the Masculine Intelligence podcast.

Masculine Intelligence draws on decades of learning, work and reflection on men's wellbeing — written for the men John kept meeting who were outwardly capable, yet privately searching for direction, and who deserved something deeper than clichés about what a man should be.

A Preview

Inside the Book

A selection of the themes John explores.

Building Your Moral Compass

Defining the values you stand on, so decisions get simpler and self-respect gets stronger.

Understanding Your Attention

What you attend to grows. Learning to notice, direct and protect the most valuable thing you own.

Feelings, Emotions & Self-Management

Listening inwardly with honesty — and leading your emotional life instead of being dragged by it.

Masculine Intelligence

The title chapter — the grounded inner knowing at the centre of the whole book.

The Burden of Responsibility

Why the weight a man carries willingly is the very thing that builds him.

Becoming an Amazing Dad

Presence over perfection — what children actually need from the man raising them.

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By John Toomey — "Reclaim Who You Really Are." A real, physical book — released September 1st in seven languages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the book cost?
Masculine Intelligence is AU$35.00 per copy plus 10% GST (AU$3.50 per copy), with a flat AU$9.00 delivery per order — the full breakdown is shown again at checkout before you pay.
When will my pre-ordered book ship?
Dispatch timing will be confirmed by email after your order. If anything changes, we'll email you an update with the option to cancel for a full refund before your book ships.
How do I get the free sample?
Enter your first name and email in the Read a Free Sample section above — the sample opens with the book's Forethought: "Is the word man a noun or a verb?"
Can I cancel or get a refund?
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Is my payment and personal information secure?
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Do you ship outside Australia?
International shipping can be arranged — contact us via the "Join the Conversation" form before ordering so we can confirm rates and timelines to your country.
Where can I listen to the podcast?
Masculine Intelligence is on YouTube, Spotify, and Substack — links are in the menu and the "Listen & Follow" section above.