These Bold Quotes Will Shape the Man You’re Meant to Become
Life as a man is not easy
and there is a fine line where if you don’t face your fears,
build inner strength, and educate yourself in your adulthood,
your life will be hard.
I watched my father work six days a week to provide
for the family while also contributing to society.
The older I get, the more I respect his dedication, hard work, spirit,
and kind nature.
I learned that we are all born males, but we become men,
it is a different journey filled with
responsibilities, resilience, and adaptability.
There are things that your father figure will teach you
and there are things you learn by yourself.
Both are beneficial and serve different purposes.
I collected these bold quotes for all men out there who might
be struggling or just living to help ease their problems.
Mindset
“The man who says it can not be done should not interrupt the man doing it.”
My mentor once told me, The world is filled with small minds with no big dreams.
They will try their best to stop you from achieving your goals
because your dedication is inferior to theirs.
I carried his advice with me because it was exactly what I needed to hear at the time.
“Rain may fall, but our spirit stands unshaken.”
Tough times and adversity don’t last; people with strong spirits do.
A man’s strength is measured not by how big he is
but by how strong his spirit is.
I go to the cinema monthly and love movies that put human resilience to the test.
My favorite movies and shows are The Shawshank Redemption, The Pursuit of Happyness, Prison Break, Interstellar, and many more.
We underestimate the strength of our spirit and the great things we can do.
“A king may move a man, and a father may claim a son, but your soul is in your own keeping alone.” ― King Baldwin IV in Kingdom of Heaven
King Baldwin is one of my favorite characters
for his composure and powerful aura.
He carried himself like a true king and delivered one of the most impactful speeches ever.
I understood that external circumstances may influence you
and guide your actions,
but you are in complete control of your choices and soul.
Take accountability and always remember that you have the choice to say no.
“The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in battle.”
Everything depends on preparation and hard work.
I used to work in the theatre as a sound designer,
and if you visit the theatre, you will witness a masterpiece being played in front of you,
but rarely do the audience know that it took months of preparation and years of training.
I often reflect on this quote.
“The greats weren’t great because at birth they could paint. The greats were great because they painted a lot.”
A study shows that it takes at least 10,000 hours to achieve mastery.
I read a book by Malcolm Gladwell Outliers: The Story of Success,” and it gave me extra perspective on success.
Many people believe that success often stems from luck,
thereby undermining the importance of hard work and dedication.
They do so because admitting a successful person who worked hard
and dedicated their time to a goal reveals their own laziness.
Luck plays a big role in success, but Hard work
and mastery get you there.
If you think this way, I recommend reading this book.
“Man conquers the world by conquering himself.”
Everything starts with you, conquer your desires, fears, and impulses.
Doing this gives you immense power to shape
and influence the world.
“A gem cannot be polished without friction, nor a man perfected without trials.”
The first thing you must accept in life is that it is not easy.
The way toward a life of fulfillment and greatness is filled with difficulties and struggles.
That’s what makes your story great and amazing.
Never shy away from life’s hardships.
Revenge and success
“The best revenge is massive success.”
If they hurt you or shamed you so bad, your only revenge is winning so big.
Everything you do is petty and shows you were thinking about them.
It is a lesson I learned from Alex Harmozi.
It was a life-changing moment for me.
My leadership style includes transparency and no shady, manipulative tactics.
My only reply to competitors and doubters is a massive win.
“You can only win when your mind is stronger than your emotions.”
You must be disciplined
and never be moved by your mood or emotions.
Sometimes, the right decision hurts, but you must make it.
It is the only way.
“Keep chasing your goals, whether you are alone, broke, tired, or scared. Keep going.”
Keep on chasing, and never let any excuse stop you.
There is no perfect time when you get everything
you need to chase your goals.
There is time, and you make it perfect by starting.
Hope
Do not go gentle into that good night. Rage, rage against the dying of light.
Never give up and continue fighting, hoping for the good days,
even in your darkest moments.
Embrace your inner strength and protect your spirit against depression.
A wise old man once told me that it is over for you, Lucky,
if you let external problems touch your spirit.
Self-worth
“Bees don’t waste their time explaining to flies that honey is better than sh*t.”
If someone doesn’t recognize your worth,
don’t waste a second of your time trying to show
or prove to them that you are a suitable match.
You will look desperate, and it will lessen your value.
It is their loss, so move on.
Composure
“The nearer a man comes to a calm mind, the closer he is to strength.”
Learning to maintain your inner peace and being calm in the middle of problems is the best skill you will ever learn.
I love watching Chinese and Japanese movies for their mastery
in conveying calmness and navigating the chaos of life.
Being calm is not just amazing but seductive.
“They tried to bury us. They didn’t know we were seeds.”
Their attempt to defeat you usually ends up in your favor.
Use the challenges they throw your way to transform yourself
and become resilient.
“Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little.”
People always underestimate themselves and let their fear of failure control their lives.
We always regret not taking a risk, and our biggest mistake is letting
the fear of making mistakes stop us.
Standing up for something
“You have enemies? Good. That means you’ve stood up for something, sometime in your life.”
You automatically make enemies when you stand up for your beliefs
and values because some people lack integrity.
Be proud of yourself and continue standing, the world needs heroes like you.
Final thought
Boldness is a mental quality you develop; it doesn’t come naturally.
I am a quote lover, and I always reflect on these quotes
to let them sharpen my mind and make me bolder.
Meditate on these quotes and observe how your life begins to change for the better.
If you know a bold quote I haven’t mentioned,
feel free to share and let us know which quote hit you the hardest.
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