John Bolden

John Bolden is an author, speaker, youth advocate, and champion of men, with nearly 15 years of experience working with individuals facing mental health, behavioral, and developmental challenges. His background includes psychiatric inpatient care and work with at-risk youth across residential, school-based, and community programs, as well as autistic youth in residential settings.

John brings a compassionate, real-world perspective to conversations about mental health, personal growth, behavioral change, and manhood. His commitment to developing young males and empowering men from all walks of life to heal and thrive makes him a respected voice in both faith and secular settings.

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He is the author of the book 18 Principles of Manhood for Young Males. In addition to writing, John is a gifted musician, songwriter, and minister of the gospel.​ He is married to the love of his life, Dee, and together they are raising two lovely children.