It was once said that the character of a man starts from his shoes and works its way up. The photo above is of my old work shoes. So, let's talk about a man's character. His role. Starting not with his shoes, but with his responsibilities as a man.
In my opinion, a man's most important responsibility is to be:
Just As a King Just as a king is the head of his kingdom, so a man can be the head of the family (by proper arrangement and deliberate decision between the couple within the relationship). The man is built to be a protector of women and children. A man's body is large, strong and can endure. A man's temperament is adapted to be complementary to the position he bears. My Usefulness My usefulness to my community is principally realized as I build a strong home, nurture a loving marriage and produce good kids. My Failure A man's greatest failure would be to fail in his home. If his children are unruly, if his marriage is troubled, if his home is not peaceful, then he has failed. He has failed in the his most fundamental duty as a mature man. And no success in life can compensate for that failure. A man often feels that he is principally responsible for the family's success or failure. And other men who are married with children will judge that man based upon his family. When a man is successful in being a guide, protector and provider; when his children grow up to be happy, smart, good kids; when he acts has the head of this household and rules it with leadership and love; and when he and his wife live in unconditional love and mutual respect, then he has made the most notable contribution to the world. This is man's basic role. You may want to continue reading why a man would share his list of likes. The qualities an enlightened, spiritual man are the foundation upon which a man builds his masculinity and a successful life. True principles endure throughout a man's life. While the world arounds him changes, a man core beliefs, principles, code of conduct, should not change. Real men have strong foundations and anchors. Even though qualities and principles are very important, knowledge on this subject matter is limited. Some of the most important information for men is not readily available. Therefore, study. Learn new truths about yourself. It is exciting to do so. Invigorating. Walk from darkness into the light. Knowledge changes everything. It changes your entire perspective. Keep an open mind and heart while you learn. Find the truths and seem to make things clear to you. And make those truths part of your life. Do not take my words too seriously. I'm not an expert; I'm not a doctor; I'm not a professional advisor. I'm just a man - like you. And I've studied and thought a little bit on this subject. A study into a man's core beliefs is serious business. Take a few moments. Think about it. Take a walk. Go to the beach. Do not take self-examination lightly. Your obligations as a man in this world seem onerous. Do not shrink from them. Learn them. Most of what I write in The King's Guide will seem strange. Much will sound downright wrong. That's okay. This stuff may not be for you. Or, this information may sound just right. Either way, have fun. The benefits of learning about yourself are limitless and will certainly extend to those you love.
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