how to be a gentleman

What is a gentleman?

Why be a gentleman?

Here’s 3 reasons you should be a gentleman:

• Role model: By spreading a polite and positive message to the world every you’re inspiring the next generation to do the same. This is so fulfilling as you’re leaving your mark.
• Protect: Gentlemen follow the Code of Chivalry. Who else follows this code?  Knights. What do knights do? They protect their people. Point is, you’ll have to stand up for what you believe in, and for those you love. It is proven that protective characteristics are attractive to the ladies, so show that you’re the man.
• Be a better you: Whilst becoming a gentleman you often learn new skills that you can apply to all different areas of your life, leading to being a better version of yourself.

How to become a gentleman?

1. Use your manners

2. Have good hygiene

3. Have integrity

“Talk is cheap” so everything you do say has to have meaning. A gentleman is assertive, when he says he’s going to do something he does it, no questions asked. A gentleman keeps to his moral standards no matter the circumstances.

4. Be respectful

This is where the ladies come into play, but first who do you have to respect? Everyone, this includes yourself, as I always say “you can’t pour from an empty glass” so you’ve got to look after yourself, this means respecting your own time and don’t let people take that for granted. When introducing people as a gentleman you should always introduce the younger person to the older person, its also nice to add a comment so both parties feel respected. for example “hi dad, this is my friend Chris, he’s great at football” You should also stand when shaking someone’s hand and if for some reason you can’t shake someone’s hand you should explain why. When shaking someone’s hand you shouldn’t comment on it, whether it was strong or weak. Now then, when it comes to the ladies it can become confusing. So when on a date I believe you should always offer to pay, I come from a traditional background where the man does pay but I do understand that on occasions may seem patronising, so offer but don’t be forceful. Open the door for ladies? Yes, but open the door for everyone, it’s about being polite and empathetic to everyone’s needs. So basically stick to being an old school gentleman but look for reactions if the lady doesn’t like it, rein it in a little.

5. Dress well

Now I’m not telling you to wear a top hat and a suit every day but present yourself well. I think the most important is to feel confident in what you’re wearing. An old school gentleman would often be seen wearing a tailored suit.