20 Traits of a Gentleman

Grandfathers and fathers often tell us a lot about how much close they come to the cult of real-men.

They yearn and long for such men's thoughts and deeds, especially when they see how the modern man carries himself around - i.e., young man living in modern times.

Traits they often talk great about are-

     1.     Reading the classics

     2.     Dressing for the occasion – each time

     3.     Considering others – putting themselves last

     4.     Appreciating talent in others

     5.     Caring for aged and young ones

     6.     Respect for women

     7.     Remember one’s roots

     8.     Patronize sophistication – as in genuine leather goods, watches, friendships, etc

     9.     Keeping a diary

   10.  Remembering landmark dates

   11.  Not forgetting names of those who care for you

   12.  Look at people for what they are and not where they come from

   13.  Religiously pursuing a hobby – such a playing an musical instrument, collection of stamps / coins, breeding pets, etc

   14.  Donating for a cause

   15.  Look at the positives / blessings even in a hopeless situation

   16.  Make sincere efforts and pursue the dream

   17.  Not demotivated by slips / failures

   18.  Being original

   19.  Travel and see new places / people

   20.  Sharing things – even those things which are dear to them

Those fine men lived by such credo. And they carried their credo close to their hearts.

Times may have changed now.
But that needn’t have to take a toll on our being part of a band of gentlemen.

And the good thing is- it is never late to live by such lofty beliefs.

This article is part of a fine-living series from www.iprotectworld.com - the tasteful online leather store.