Separating the Men from the Boys: The 7 Key Traits of Masculine Men There are certain traits which define the difference between boys and men. As a young man grows older, he should start to notice he is developing traits specific to his idea of a man, based upon several factors, like how he was raised, whether there was a male role model in his life, and others. Sometimes young men have a difficult time adjusting to adulthood or various social settings because they know something is lacking, but do not know what. The following seven items are key traits of men who are identified as being masculine or having masculine-like qualities. Whether you bench press 200 pounds, or have a slim and slender build, learning how to develop these traits can help you become more masculine. 1. Physicality: Masculine men are identified by their physical appearance, but this does not mean all masculine men have six-pack abs or constantly show off their guns (biceps) to everyone. Rather, this trait involves learning how to master the physical abilities one has been blessed with, like stature, health, strength, and virility. For instance, a man who has developed his virility might wear a knife necklace or carry custom pocket knives in his pants pockets. 2. Authority and Respect: Masculine men command respect and authority from their peers, as well as others. They gain this trait by being hardworking, respectful of others, honest, and straightforward. People are more likely to listen to someone who exhibits these traits. Learning to take control and gain respect of others are the building blocks to mastering this trait. 3. Not Being Afraid to Do the Dirty Work: This trait is not about breaking any laws or doing anything dishonest. Instead, it implies being able to do chores around the house (or work) where you may get sweaty and dirty. Even if they don’t carry a cool pocket knife, masculine men like getting hot, sweaty, and dirty when they mow the yard, fix their cars, work on DIY projects around the home, or help friends. 4. Being a Good Listener: Men who take the time to listen to others, regardless of the conversational topic, demonstrate masculinity. Sometimes, someone just needs to vent and get things off their chest, so to speak, and being there as a friend and listening to them without judgement is a key difference between a man and a boy. 5. Intelligence: This trait does not mean masculine men have to have Ph.Ds. Men can still be intelligent without a college education. Developing this trait requires reading books, researching personal interest topics, and so on. You might be the only man among your friends who knows the lifespan of the African pigmy hedgehog, but if the topic comes up during conversation, you can provide an intelligent response. (The average lifespan of the African pigmy hedgehog is around 5 years in captivity, or about 2 years in the wild, just in case you were wondering.)
6. Being Kind: Real men are kind to others. However, there are times when being honest and straightforward is necessary. There are still ways to do this while being respectful of others feelings. Learning how to be both honest and kind at the same time requires developing tactfulness. 7. Being Confident: Masculine men demonstrate confidence in everything they do, whether they are standing in the checkout line at the grocery store, or building a swing set for their kids. Men also exhibit confidence by their outward appearance. Developing these seven key essential traits is the first building block for becoming a strong and masculine man. Remember, most importantly, you need to define who you are by what makes you feel comfortable. Company Bio William Henry is a luxury brand creating exceptional jewelry, knives, and accessories for men. The company was founded in 1997 by designer Matt Conable. Each piece is uniquely created in limited, small editions, where frequently no two pieces are exactly the same. William Henry has transformed knives from an archetype tool into an outstanding piece of functional men’s jewelry. Visit their website today at http://www.williamhenry.com/ to learn more about their custom high end pocket knives and other jewelry for men, or for further assistance, call by phone at 503-4349700.