In my recent Man Points article, inspired by a concept shared by Chris Williamson, I broke down society’s unspoken rule: men must earn the right to show vulnerability through success, strength, status, or looks. If you don’t measure up, you’re dismissed. This system traps men, forcing them into a cycle where their worth is judged by external markers instead of internal values. 

Masculinity isn’t about seeking approval or checking boxes. It’s about resilience, self-reliance, and purpose. It’s about grounding yourself in timeless principles and rejecting the shallow standards set by a world that doesn’t understand strength. 

You don’t need permission to be the man you’re meant to be. You don’t need to prove yourself to anyone but yourself. Taking responsibility is the first step, owning your actions, refining your habits, and building a life you’re proud of. Weak men chase validation. Strong men build unshakable foundations. 

Inspired by Jordan Peterson and shaped by life’s hard lessons, these “10 Rules for Life” are a blueprint for reclaiming control, sharpening your mind, and living with purpose. They are clear, simple, and effective, principles that cut through the noise and give you the tools to carry yourself with confidence and strength. 

These rules are not suggestions. They are requirements for any man who wants to rise above the mediocrity of modern expectations. It’s time to build discipline, embrace resilience, and remember who you are. 

Here are my 10 Rules from Life.

1. Stand up straight with your shoulders back, head high, gaze fixed on the horizon. Carry yourself with confidence and face the world head-on.

2. Treat yourself like someone you’re responsible for helping. Don’t neglect your own well-being. Craft yourself into someone you’re proud of.

3. Surround yourself with people who want the best for you. Make friends with people who lift you up. Find a mentor. Your circle matters.

4. Set your house in order before you criticize the world. Before pointing fingers, make sure your own life is in order. Build a strong foundation by taking full responsibility for your circumstances.

5. Pursue what is meaningful, not what is easy. A life of purpose takes sacrifice and effort, while shortcuts lead to emptiness. Meaning brings fulfillment.

6. Tell the truth; don’t lie. Honesty is the foundation of character. Lies weaken you.

7. Be precise in your speech. Clear language leads to clear thinking and fewer misunderstandings. Speak with purpose.

8. To think clearly, first learn to read and write well. Mastering reading and writing sharpens your thinking. Only a fool speaks without first learning these skills.

9. Learn to cook. Be meticulous with what you put in your body. Take pride in shopping, preparing, and cooking your own food. Stay fit, stay healthy, and treat your body like it’s the only one you’ll ever have.

10. Remember who the fuck you are. You come from a lineage of men who climbed mountains, sailed into unknown waters, and survived ice ages. They didn’t ask for permission, and neither should you. I repeated, remember who the fuck you are.

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