Southern Gentleman Values in a Messed Up World
My father taught me you treat a woman like a lady, you dress sharp even when nobody's watching, you show up on time and you do your job with pride. These aren't old fashioned they'
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Traditional values, southern gentleman leadership, raising respectful kids, teaching honor and integrity.
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My father taught me you treat a woman like a lady, you dress sharp even when nobody's watching, you show up on time and you do your job with pride. These aren't old fashioned they'
Nobody talks about this anymore but a man is supposed to lead his household. Not like a tyrant but with purpose and direction. You make the hard decisions. You protect your family.
Been thinking a lot about how to raise my sons right in a world that doesn't always respect tradition anymore. Started with the basics that my father taught me. They greet people w
Saw a guy cut across the parking lot today and take up two spots. My kids asked why he did that. Honest answer? Because he doesn't respect the space or the people around him. We pa
Had to have a hard talk with my oldest yesterday. He told a friend he'd help him move some stuff and then bailed to go do something else instead. Sat him down and explained that a
My workplace went casual about 5 years ago. Everyone in jeans and polo shirts now. I kept wearing my ties and jackets anyway. Got ribbed for it the first few months but you know wh
Lost my old man last month. Guys were asking if we were close and I realized most people wouldn't understand what I mean when I say yes. He never hugged me much or said the words.
Been noticing a lot of young guys nowadays with weak handshakes and no eye contact. Started coaching my 12-year-old on the fundamentals. Firm grip, look em in the eye, say their na
Had a tough conversation with my wife last night about finances and where we're heading as a family. Wasn't confrontational, just laid out where we stand and what needs to happen.
Corrected my oldest yesterday when he didn't hold the door for his mother coming behind him. We went back and I had him do it right. He's 10 and old enough to understand that this
My wife mentioned she appreciated that I still stand when she comes into the living room from another part of the house. Honestly didn't think much of it, just what my father model
Been working with my 12 year old on his handshake. Firm grip, eye contact, say your name clear. Kid was doing that limp fish thing and I knew I had to step in before he got to high
Was helping him fix his fence last weekend and it was taking forever because he was doing every step right instead of fast. I was getting annoyed internally. He finally said 'son,
Been working with my 8 year old on his handshake. Firm grip, eye contact, clear voice when he says his name. My dad taught me this way and I'll be damned if this generation grows u
My wife has been running ragged with her job and the kids' schedules. Instead of getting frustrated about how much is on my plate too, I've been stepping up. Making dinner, getting
My wife thinks I'm crazy but I sit down every Sunday and write thank you notes for gifts, dinners, help around the house. People remember it. Last week a guy I sent a note to three
My father taught me this and I'm passing it on. Been working with my boys on shaking hands properly, standing up straight, and making eye contact when meeting adults. Sounds old fa
Taking him out on the water this weekend. My grandfather taught me and his father taught him. It's more than just getting dinner, it's about patience, discipline, reading nature, a
He noticed and asked. Told him that taking care of the people you love is what real men do. It's not about her being weak, it's about him being strong enough to serve others. Also
Got offered a promotion that would require some dishonest practices. Turned it down even though we needed the money. My wife asked if I was sure. I told her I'd rather be a poor ma