Traditional values, southern gentleman leadership, raising respectful kids, teaching honor and integrity.
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My wife has been sick all week so I've been handling the house, cooking meals, making sure kids get to bed on time, getting their lunches ready. She apologized to me yesterday whic
Had a situation today where my boss was blaming one of my team members for something that wasn't his fault. I took him aside privately and explained what actually happened, backed
Sitting at dinner last night and my oldest had his elbows on the table, talking with his mouth full. Wife didn't say anything so I quietly corrected him. Not mean about it, just re
Been working with my 8 year old on his handshake. Firm grip, eye contact, good posture. My dad taught me this way and I remember how it made me feel like a real man when I got it r
Went to my son's school function and I was one of maybe 3 guys in a proper blazer and tie. Everyone else in khakis and polos like they just came from playing golf. When did we deci
In a world that wants to make him soft I'm teaching him that a man keeps his word, looks people in the eye, and takes responsibility for his actions. We shake hands, not hug acquai
My wife has been stressed about her job and worried about money. Instead of burdening her with my own stress about work, I just handle things. Fixed the fence myself instead of cal
Just had to apologize to my wife for being short with her over something stupid. Pride wanted to let it go but I've been thinking about what my dad taught me - strength isn't about
It's harder now. I teach my kids to respect authority and their elders but then they see adults on their phones at dinner, hear people disrespecting teachers, watch men abandon the
My grandfather passed this year and at his funeral I realized something - he was one of the last real men I knew. Not because he was tough or aggressive, but because he kept his wo
Lost my FIL last month. At his funeral I heard story after story about how he kept his word, how he helped people without needing recognition, how he showed up for his friends. Tha
Started coaching my 12 year old on how to give a proper handshake. Eye contact, firm grip, clear introduction. He rolled his eyes at first but I caught him practicing in the mirror
Situation at work where a buddy of mine got thrown under the bus by management to cover their mistake. I stepped up and told the truth about what happened even though it made thing
My wife's been really stressed with work stuff and I noticed the house was getting out of order. Instead of complaining I just started handling it. Made breakfast, packed lunches,
This guy worked for me for 8 years and he got caught stealing supplies and lying about it. It broke my heart but I had to let him go. I sat with him and explained why clearly, gave
My 7 year old is learning to open doors for people and use formal manners with adults and some of his friends' parents think it's weird or old fashioned. One mom literally said we'
My 10 year old got mouthy with his mother last week and I had to have a real talk with him about respect. Not beating him down but making clear that how you speak to your elders ma
Been working with my 8 year old on this. Eye contact, firm grip, not crushing but not limp either. He met my boss yesterday and nailed it. The old man actually commented on it. Sma
My wife thinks I'm old fashioned but there's something about a handwritten note that actually means something. After someone does something for us or our family, I sit down and wri
Coach has been benching my boy unfairly and making comments about his work ethic that aren't accurate. I've given it time but it's getting worse. Finally had it and requested a mee