First, a man must have a solid character foundation of integrity and responsibility. Second, he must fear God, grounding himself in faith and humility. Third, he must have a ‘just do it’ mindset, the drive to take action, face challenges head-on and a commitment to achieving his goals with determination.
Character is what truly defines a man. But building character is not something that comes easy; it requires consistent effort, introspection, willingness to grow and endure both cognitive and physical challenges, learning from every struggle, and growing stronger because of them. While external factors such as appearance, physical attributes or style may catch people’s attention, they do not shape who you are at your core.
A man is defined by his character: his values, his actions and his unwavering commitment to becoming a better version of himself. Often, the circumstances we grow up in play a significant role in shaping our character. I remember as a child my father would send us to the village for holidays, and we needed to herd cattle like every other child.
I hated it at the time, resenting the hard, unfamiliar life. But now, looking back, I am grateful for that experience. It introduced me to a world that built my resilience, giving me a different perspective on life, shaping the character I carry with me today.
Challenges, hardships and the experiences we endure in life shape us far more than our physical attributes ever could. Yes, upbringing plays a role as we.
