become a better man

All men have natural qualities that are desired of a good man or person. Therefore, we need to recognize what we are already good at and work on the qualities of manhood that we are less good at. The goal should be a “More Complete Man.”

each day is an opportunity for me to be a better man.

thats the way i feel

become something more do something achieve something gr8….

To me, becoming a better man means gaining strength and self-awareness of thought and feeling, of gaining a better understanding of my role in life – my mission, my work, my relationships, building a life that is based on honesty, integrity, and reliability.

My name is Patrick E. Dean. I am a man who posses tremendous amounts of courage. I have been through the trenches in the last five years. People tell me that I’ve endured more pain than most will ever think about in a lifetime. This makes me stronger. Though I have been through many events that most don’t go through, I have decided to use it to my advantage and become a better man. I see my life as a war. I march the battle field with my fellow comrades in hope of winning the war. Even though I march with others this war is faught on my own. A one man army. I am that one man army. I wouldn’t have it any other way. Because of this I isolate a lot. I am then able to achieve a higher level on functioning, more than most. Unfortualy there is a price I pay for this. Being lonely. We all pay a price for something. What price will you pay?

I just watched Chicken Soup for the Soul. (for the christian heart) Its stories that give viewers a way to consider how they can improve their own lives. I guess the best way to start would be to decide to become a better man then take consistant steps toward becoming that man. It wont be a overnight change but if I try to do somthing daily eventualy I will become that man I hope I can be. So here is what I will do. Every day I will do something for someone else. Some days it may just be kind words to someone who needs to here it. I may bring someone a drink when I pick up one for myself. Be it small or big I WILL do it every day. I will try not to lie even the small ones. I will try to live with Integrity. I will try to do the right thing even when nobody is watching. I WILL TRY!

I was a soldier who was good at what he did. They put me in chains for my weaknesses. That time almost killed me. I wept daily. Any man would have let this time destroy them. I chose to make me stronger, and I pledged I would forever live a good life. When I was finally free of slavery, I started with nothing more than the dry dusty boots upon my feet and the thin cloth of a uniform. 3 years later, through hard work and the mercy of God I am a banking professional with a new family and child. Happier than ever. Whenever possible I help the homeless and those who are prisoners to their past. I hope to help one to stand up for themselves. Live Good, Love Good.

This is pretty much ongoing… I don’t think you can ever mark something like this off your list. Don’t know… I’ll have to think about it.

wow my first entry! i ve always dreamed big. i had a vision of what i could be, the person i want to be. i picture myself wearing a suit at work coming home to a house on the beach where my wife and children would be waiting. there is a smile on my face. At this place there is always a smile on my face. i cook dinner and go for a swim with my kids. and at night i sit and read. its so far away i need to learn how to be independent, to be healthy, strong, smart, and i need to learn how to balance the world on my shoulders. today, i determind about a week ago, is the last day of my childhood. im not going to miss it im ready for better, for the next step. so these next few weeks are my first test. can i survive the life i made for myself? i think so.