The Renaissance Man

The Renaissance man: with wide-ranging intellect; a man who has a wide range of accomplishments and intellectual interests.

The modern man seems to have forgotten those behaviors that bore us the title of man…

Gallantry: Bravery, especially in war or in a situation of great danger. Courteous and thoughtful behavior, especially toward women.

Chivalry: the combination of qualities expected of the ideal medieval knight, especially courage, honor, loyalty, and consideration for others, especially women.

Truthfully though, who can blame us? Women have forged ahead in a male dominated society, taking with them the customs that have been handed down through the generations. Opening doors, extending a hand in assistance… are but a few of the customs that modern women have rebuffed, believing them to be signs of feminine weakness. Can we as modern men blame them for this behavior? Honestly, I believe a woman has more than earned their rights for equality, but… it’s time they understand that some men are Renaissance Men! We were raised with honor and valor, taught chivalrous attributes and appreciate those few that thank us for our attentiveness.
In a world full of hustle and bustle, it’s time we as men stand our ground and restore the gallant and chivalrous behavior that is our heritage. I believe there is a trend flowing throughout the lifeblood of society… Have we started to see the resurgence of The Renaissance Man? Maybe, but either way we will discuss the virtues of being a Renaissance man in the 21st Century! We will discuss how one goes about being the type of man that women truly want. How to go about finding the type of woman who appreciates a well-versed man, where to look and most importantly… how to approach this perfect 10.
It all starts with… attitude! Have you ever noticed the completely unorthodox matching of the sexes? That perfect 10 walking hand in hand, completely infatuated with their complete opposite.
Most of us would agree, the first thing that comes to mind is… money! The _____ (fill in the blank; fat one, ugly one, or geeky one. The list is long and distinguished.) must be rich or extremely accomplished in their field. I suggest this may be true, but it is also possible they are just confident, well-versed and are a know what they want type of man!
I believe attitude is the number one reason these people succeed in finding their perfect 10, and if you desire a person with _____ (again fill in the blank looks, money, intellect… Yes, once again the list is long and distinguished.) then you must change your point of view. It all starts with a take no prisoners attitude. You don’t need to be the best looking, smartest, or strongest of the species to secure a relationship with your perfect 10, but what you do need; is to be the most confident! Where does confidence start? Within….
If you are the one who sits on the sidelines(be honest with yourself. Are you that wallflower? Yes men as well as women can and are indeed considered wallflowers.) who watches interaction(everyone has that one friend who always seems to get the hook-up.) rather than experiences it. You can change, but it all starts within your psyche…
Most of us are afraid to admit their fear of rejection! I suggest that you must learn to embrace rejection, learn from it, and overcome the fear of it. One must understand that Zig Ziglar (for those of you who don’t know who the famous motivational speaker and author of many sales and marketing tools is… look him up) suggested that one must not fear rejection, but embrace it. It may take a hundred No’s, before you get one Yes, but you will eventually get that one yes! It’s all in the numbers. Does that mean one should ask a hundred perfect 10’s(that is if there are a hundred that actually exist)? That is one approach, but I suggest learning how to become a Renaissance Man first!
This guide will outline tips for becoming a Renaissance Man in the 21st Century. The obstacles one must overcome, the baggage one must lose, and motivation one must gain in order to change their life. Trust me, it takes plenty of motivation to do the right thing, because it’s much easier to walk on by… In fact there are many times men offer assistance, only to be chastised for their approach. Ladies… there are plenty of men who are looking for nothing other than the chance to rescue a damsel in distress! Why don’t they give us a chance? The list is too long to get into, but gentlemen if you think about all the creeps who’ve approached these women throughout their lives, it‘s not really all that hard to understand. So why do we want to change? For ourselves, because we as men need to change the personae that has been inadvertently attached to all men. If you do not wish to change then this guide is not for you, but if you are willing to look inside yourself, admitting the flaws that have been deposited over the years into your psychological Samsonite, then you may be ready for the trip of a lifetime!
Learn the skills needed to succeed… in the workplace, at the bar, at home, in bed… there are so many advantages attached to being a Renaissance Man. Read along as we connect you with well rounded advice, recommendations as well as locations to finding a life you’ve only dreamt of. Success, not only in love, but in life as well. Everyone dreams about it, yet very few of us are willing to admit their shortcomings let alone attempt to change them… so be a man, a real man!
We will discuss topics that men want to as well as need to hear about, such as: Cigars; is it alright to smoke them? How does one go about finding an inexpensive cigar with big flavor. Scotch; single malt or blended. Car care tips; maintenance and upgrades. How to pick a vehicle that matches your needs. How to approach and entice that perfect 10 into a relationship. How to keep her happy in an out of the bedroom. Exercise tips. Eating for a healthier life. Cooking the perfect meal. Tips for becoming a Halo master. Brewing the perfect cup of coffee. Business tips! Investing in an economically precarious economy. Surveys and polls on topics that men want to hear about. The list is limited only by the questions unasked, so ask away and… let the good times roll!

Watch for our next article… Ground Zero, how to start your transformation!