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The 13 Commandments of Masculinity
1) Be Resourceful
In times when resources are scarce, the Masculine has to rely on his ability to be resourceful. He makes the best use of what is available at the time. He comes up with solutions, is asking for help and finds a way. Even if there is seemingly no way.
2) Act with Integrity
The most important trait of a Masculine is his integrity. Despite the circumstances and short-term gratifications, he will always and only act with integrity. Decisions will be made not out of desperation or quick-wins. There are no quick-wins in life. The Masculine’s integrity weighs more than his mood or his ego.
3) Be Humble
The Masculine will be judged by how he acts when he has nothing, and how he acts when he has everything. It is very easy to fall into a downward spiral when you’re on the top. The true Masculine recognises where he is coming from and acts with a humbleness in all his actions. No bragging, no boasting, no talking down on others. The janitor receives the same treatment as the CEO of a large corporation.
4) Protect & Serve
It is in the Masculine’s nature to protect and serve: His family, his loved ones, his significant other, his purpose and passion, himself, and those close to him…