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Joe Kita

Joe Kita
Joe Kita is a longtime journalist, a former executive writer for Men's Health and the author of six books, including The Father's Guide to the Meaning of Life: What Being a Dad Has Taught Me About Hope, Love, Patience, Pride, and Everyday Wonder. He’s currently holed up in southeastern Pennsylvania, dealing with the crisis of being a midlife freelance writer.
Joe's Articles
Mentor Danny Farrar
Money & Career
How to Be a Mentor (and What’s in It for You)
Before you say, ‘I’m too busy to take on anything else,’ hear us out.
By Joe Kita
, January 9, 2023
3 Min Read
A sneaky pup grabs a lick of his owner's beer during a fly fishing float in Idaho.
Money & Career
How I Learned to Want Less
Money won’t make us happy. But what if ‘social connections’ don’t make us happy, either?
By Joe Kita
, May 20, 2022
2 Min Read
Chevy Chase and Christie Brinkley in a scene from the movie Vegas Vacation
Health & Fitness
This Is Not Your Father’s Midlife Crisis
Why your next 10 years might be smoother than you think
By Joe Kita
, August 30, 2021
2 Min Read