{ "item_title" : "How to Be a Man", "item_author" : [" Shon Rand", "Derek Gillette "], "item_description" : "The journey to fatherhood changes the way we look at things. The question, What does it mean to be a man? suddenly defines the son you are raising. Who do you want your son to be?Search for the phrase, how to be a man and you will find experts preaching the importance of men's fashion, making money, building fires, and picking up beautiful women. But are these really the qualities that make our sons successful?As a father of five myself, I realized the need for a guide to see my sons reach maturity. There are too many temptations, too many bad examples set in front of their eyes today. I was sick of giving the lectures, repeating the same do's and don'ts over and over again, with no lasting change. I knew what I wanted my sons to become, but I didn't know how to help them get there.It's time to change the stereotype of what it means to be a man.Imagine raising a son who developed strong, unwavering character. A son who will not be swayed by popular public opinion and peer pressure. Imagine, down the road, seeing your son with his family and watching him treat his wife or girlfriend with love and respect.This guide goes through over 30 essential character traits in a way that is easy to understand and absorb. The chapters ARE NOT CORNY or CLICHE. This is not your typical advice or how-to book. It goes deeper than superficial, obvious advice.How to Be a Man: a Father & Son Guide is crafted for those with short attention spans and busy schedules. And unlike many books in this category, it is not overtly religious in any way, although it does focus heavily on the values that make up good, strong character.Trust me, your sons want to learn from you. They need your attention, even if they pretend to hate it. This book gives you talking points to build a real and honest relationship together.Learn how to tap into your son's core to connect with them on a real level. Then watch them make the choice to discipline themselves and make choices that protect your relationship.Table of Contents:1. Be Known as an Honest Person2. Your Word Must be Worth Something3. Be Confident in your Beliefs, Whatever they are4. Know What is Important5. Think About the Future Right Now: Understand the Ripple Effect6. You are not Responsible for the Happiness of Others7. Choose Peace Whenever Possible8. Know When to Walk Away9. It's Always Better to Ask for Forgiveness than to Demand it from Others10. Protect your Love; Don't Give it Away Carelessly11. Avoid Idleness12. Be Known as Someone who Gives More than he Takes13. You Are no One's Savior, Don't Even Try14. It's Hard to Fix a Broken Heart. Best to Avoid15.Take Every Chance to Celebrate Others16. Understand the Importance of Time and Place17. Don't be Afraid to Look Foolish for What you Believe in, but Don't be a Fool for no Reason18. Don't be Defined by What you Do19. Life is a Marathon Run on a Circular Track20. The Man you See in the Mirror is Only Half the Picture21. Anger is a Powerful Seed that Starts Small, Grows Fast, and Digs its Roots Deep22. Don't Seek Justice or Revenge23. Complaining is a Contagious Virus24. Whenever Possible, Do not be in Debt25. Know What you Need and be Able to Communicate it26. Keep your Childlike Innocence for as Long as Possible27. Be Good at Several Things28. Remember to Laugh Often29. Concluding Thoughts on Marriage30. There's Always One More", "item_img_path" : "https://covers1.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/48/105/700/1481057006_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "5.50", "online_price" : "5.50", "our_price" : "5.50", "club_price" : "5.50", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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