How to Be a Manly Man

A Y chromosome might make you a man, but it takes a more than genes to be manly.

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Learn 50 ways to improve yourself with the tips in these Howcast videos.

 
 

You Will Need

  • Tools
  • Gym
  • Literature and films
  • Self-defense
  • Emotional stability
  • Courage
  • Extreme conditions (optional)

Steps

  1. Step 1

    Get the job done

    Identify tasks that need to get done. Use the appropriate tools for every job you take on.

  2. Remember: a manly man's hands and brain are often his most effective tools.

  3. Step 2

    Build your body

    Hit the gym regularly -- a manly man's body should be fit for any task. Learn to play all major manly sports -- few things are as unmanly as a girly run, throw, or kick.

  4. To make your workouts more manly, train in extreme conditions.

  5. Step 3

    Study up

    Study up -- read classic manly literature and watch manly movies to find out how to master your desires, lead other people, and achieve your manly goals.

  6. Step 4

    Be a rock

    In an emotional situation? Be a source of stability for those around you. Push your feelings aside until you're alone and can display your emotions with manly dignity.

  7. Step 5

    Have some respect

    Show respect to people who treat you with honor and stand up to those who don't. Have the courage to fight for justice -- a manly man knows he's responsible for defending others, no matter the personal cost.

  8. The motto on Maryland's state seal, translated from Italian, is "Manly deeds, womanly words."

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