Avoid engaging in long tirades, rants and discords. The power of your manly influence is directly tied with how memorable your speech is and the emotions it evokes when you say them in public.
Only wear clothes that match your body type and apply the right cologne
Your clothes subtly communicate a lot about you in an instant.
Your attire can instantly make an indelible impression at an interview, change the mood of a gathering and even make people fall in love with you at first sight. Invest in tailoring every piece of cloth you wear if you have to.
Note that I’m not saying the clothes need to be fashionable, expensive or trendy. They just need to fit you as if they were made for you. And never go anywhere without smelling like a king. Thoroughly research men’s fragrances and pick a select few that are long-lasting and aptly announce your presence. You can use the same scent for years on end. And choosing the right perfume is just half the be battle. Learn how to apply it on your suits/jackets/dress shirts/hats/ties, so that it doesn't come off too strong or is barely perceptible.
Master facial expressions.
You should be able to convey concern with an eyebrow, wonder with a smile, deep thought with a stroke of your beard, love with a glance, authority with a glare, mischief with a twinkle, levity with a moustache twirl and joy with a laugh. Your countenance should be a communication device and not boringly opaque. People should feel something when they simply see you.
Stay in control even in silence.
Don’t go to bed when a relationship is wounded.
‘Let’s sleep over it’ isn’t an option.
If you were unlucky enough to get into a dispute right before bedtime with a close relation, make that effort to mend it. You manhood should never prioritize sleep over a relationship.
Learn how to win the heart of a person you care about. Be the bigger person if you have to.
Make your mind a treasure trove of relatable anecdotes
You should have a story for every occasion at every stage of your life.
Powerful storytelling is the common denominator for magnetic personalities.
Read, learn, listen, retain, recall.
Excel at whatever you do & exude pride
Working jobs that you’re not particularly passionate about is pretty common. However, real men don’t complain about the cards they are dealt with.
They work their butts off to master their trade and aspire to become the best at what they do. They go deep and uncover aspects that other people didn’t have the courage or will to do.
Also, they never mouth off the profession that feeds them.
Never compromise on health
Treat your body as a one-time gift. If you suffer from a condition, invest to fix it.
Men don't see it through by wincing through the pain. That’s one thing that we can’t even compete against women as they are proven to have a better pain threshold index than men.
Real men attack the root cause and fix it - for themselves and their loved ones. They never miss a dental appointment either. Moreover, accept mental health as a part of the health commitment to your body. Talking to a counselor, friend or psychologist is not a sign of weakness. The mind is the engine powering greatness; fine-tuning it when it’s out of shape is the smartest investment you can make for the long-run.
Avoid debt like the plague
Raise the flag as soon as you enter the last 10% of your monthly income. Slow down.
And never accept a debt from a friend, wife, family member or bank. It’s better to make compromises on your wants than walk on the suffocating tightrope of debt.
Take great care of your possessions
Extend the lifespan of everything you own by learning how to maintain it and investing the time to do it.
Whether it’s a car, razors, mobile phone, laptop, hardware tools, property, sports gear - keep them in a manner that makes everyone think it’s either a new purchase or a piece of vintage art.
Invest in a great timepiece
If your finances ever allow you to indulge in something (especially before marriage), I’d suggest investing in a high-quality watch that complements your wrist. It doesn't have to be overly exorbitant like a Breitling, Rolex or a Tag, but a piece that is classy, durable and manly. Pick a neutral strap color that goes with most of your wardrobe.
Watches can teach a man a lot about companionship - they are items that live with you throughout the day, they communicate regularly with you , they merge with your personality and if you were to lose one, you feel pain equivalent to losing a limb.
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