10 Qualities of Being a Gentleman

[VanessaofBC]

“Being male is a matter of birth, being a man is a matter of age, but being a gentleman is a matter of choice.” ~Unknown

1. A gentleman is generous with his time, wisdom, and resources. He willingly serves others and extends a hand to those in need.
2. A gentleman possesses a positive outlook on life. His humor and consistent encouragement attract others to him.
3. A gentleman is a lifelong learner. He maintains a teachable posture and embraces change for the better.
4. A gentleman models civility in how he treats others. He demonstrates respect, restraint, and personal responsibility in all his interactions. He is honorable, and values and respects others.
5. A gentleman is well-mannered and knows what is appropriate. He is able to navigate various social and professional settings with ease and proficiency. He embraces all people – those from other cultures, as well as individuals from various social and economic backgrounds.
6. A gentleman possesses a strong work ethic. He takes pride in his labor and strives to give his very best. He is trustworthy, loyal, and people speak well of him.
7. A gentleman is confident. His posture and body language communicate a strong personal presence.
8. A gentleman is well-dressed. He knows how to select clothing that is appropriate for any occasion and that will assist him in accomplishing his goals. He is well-groomed and practices good hygiene. He understands that his personal appearance - the way he chooses to dress, groom, and carry himself – opens doors to new opportunities.
9. A gentleman is well-spoken and a generous listener. He knows how to effectively connect with others and communicate his message.
10. A gentleman is known for his integrity. He is a man of his word and follows through with his commitments, whatever the cost. His actions reflect who he has chosen to be and are not based upon the opinions of others

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[VanessaofBC]

Ultimate List of 45 Man Tips

 

[overdone]

10 Qualities of Being a Gentleman

number 8, "A gentleman is well-dressed" doesn't hold water

The rest are about character, no 8 isn't, hygiene is one thing, the clothes you can afford or choose are another

I've met some of the biggest waste of skin that were "well dressed", it has nothing to do with being a good person, clothes don't make the man, character, words and actions do

you can put all the lipstick on a pig you want, it's still a pig, just a pretty pig

 

[hiddencloud]

I probably "live by" most of those rules but not because I'm following some sort of code. I just try to be a good person and don't worry about the details.

 

[vancity_cowboy]

i was only ever told two:

1) if she's a lady, she won't look... if she isn't, you've got nothing to hide
2) don't ever get serious about a woman until you've met her mother... that way you know what she's going to be like in twenty-odd years

truer words were never spoken

 

[grusse]

your 45 man-tips,while excellent, missed one my uncle told me when I was getting ready to move into my 1st apartment.

his words of wisdom were....."never run out of beer or asswipe."

 

[juniper]

A brilliant list, Vanessa, but I want to ask you about one item, specifically, number 26: "Never have sex with someone who doesn't want it as much as you." That item would serve to demolish the sex trade, wouldn't it? I mean, what goes on in PERB, for instance, occurs because men want the sexual activity more, much more, than the women, right? So men pay for the privilege. If we actually lived by such a credo you, and many others, would be out of a well paying job, right? What do you think? I mean, honestly, what do you think, Vanessa? Kindly respond.

 

[VanessaofBC]

A brilliant list, Vanessa, but I want to ask you about one item, specifically, number 26: "Never have sex with someone who doesn't want it as much as you." That item would serve to demolish the sex trade, wouldn't it? I mean, what goes on in PERB, for instance, occurs because men want the sexual activity more, much more, than the women, right? So men pay for the privilege. If we actually lived by such a credo you, and many others, would be out of a well paying job, right? What do you think? I mean, honestly, what do you think, Vanessa? Kindly respond.

Aww, sweetie, you are too deep for me, i just found that on G+ and thought I would throw it up for a laugh.

 

[VanessaofBC]

I knew you'd have something to say about this topic, Old Sport.

 

[juniper]

You do have a lovely way, Vanessa, and I inevitably appreciate your comments even when you post an opinion with which I disagree. I think your presence on PERB is, overall, exceedingly positive just as I'm sure meeting you in person would be as well.

Aww, sweetie, you are too deep for me, i just found that on G+ and thought I would throw it up for a laugh.

 

[PlayfulAlex]

10 Qualities of Being a Gentleman

number 8, "A gentleman is well-dressed" doesn't hold water

The rest are about character, no 8 isn't, hygiene is one thing, the clothes you can afford or choose are another

I've met some of the biggest waste of skin that were "well dressed", it has nothing to do with being a good person, clothes don't make the man, character, words and actions do

you can put all the lipstick on a pig you want, it's still a pig, just a pretty pig

Apparently, some guys beg to differ!

"Every girl crazy about a sharp-dressed man..."

 

[Fullhouse]

.
Old Sport, those are some of the worst looking and fitting clothes I've seen in a long time.

I also don't believe in #8, .... but you, Old Sport, carry it to the extreme.

Hell, even brown shoes couldn't help that outfit.

 

[grusse]

I thought it was the other Gatsby who gets off on the old sports drivel.

 

[vancity_cowboy]

You do have a lovely way, Vanessa, and I inevitably appreciate your comments even when you post an opinion with which I disagree. I think your presence on PERB is, overall, exceedingly positive just as I'm sure meeting you in person would be as well.

that'll be rule no. 5 in action...

5. A gentleman is well-mannered and knows what is appropriate. He is able to navigate various social and professional settings with ease and proficiency. He embraces all people – those from other cultures, as well as individuals from various social and economic backgrounds.

 

[kickback]

10 Qualities of Being a Gentleman

number 8, "A gentleman is well-dressed" doesn't hold water

The rest are about character, no 8 isn't, hygiene is one thing, the clothes you can afford or choose are another

I've met some of the biggest waste of skin that were "well dressed", it has nothing to do with being a good person, clothes don't make the man, character, words and actions do

you can put all the lipstick on a pig you want, it's still a pig, just a pretty pig

#8 should be on the list. Men in Vancouver do not dress well and that's mainly due to the lifestyle. It's the type of city where you want to be outdoors doing activities and not inside socializing. In general, and this is just my opinion, Vancouver men dress poorly and lack style.

 

[Man Mountain]

So our strange jay gatsby protoge on here has assumed the use of a Jay Gatsby annoying coloquialism used a couple of times in the book but probably overused in the Dicaprio version of the movie. Definitly not the Redford version, as only hollywood can in remaking a classic movie find a way to only ruin it for generations to come.

Whatever your opinion about the phrase might be, you yourself have proven that it was a character specific phrase used in the book, so it only makes sense that the use of that phrase would be adapted by the character in the superior Baz Luhrmann remake released earlier this year.

imdb ratings are based on user reviews and rotten tomatoes ratings based on critic reviews. While the critics numbers are not great for either version, in both cases, you'll see that the DiCaprio version is generally favoured over the 1974 version:

The Great Gatsby (1974)
www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1008799-great_gatsby/
Rating: 37% - 30 reviews

www.imdb.com/title/tt0071577/
Rating: 6.3/10 - 13,271 votes

The Great Gatsby (2013) - IMDb
www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_great_gatsby_2013/
Rating: 49% - 247 reviews

www.imdb.com/title/tt1343092/
Rating: 7.4/10 - 92,573 votes

 

[grusse]

I saw the Redford version. didn't see the dicaprio one, tho' if he gets plugged in the swimming pool that might be worth the price of a ticket.

 

[VanessaofBC]

You do have a lovely way, Vanessa, and I inevitably appreciate your comments even when you post an opinion with which I disagree. I think your presence on PERB is, overall, exceedingly positive just as I'm sure meeting you in person would be as well.

Hey, you guys always make me laugh, I am just trying to return the favour!

 

[normisanas]

A Gentleman always wears the CB6000 Chastity Belt for Men to restrain his base urges and keep him from simply attacking attractive women who pass him by:

http://www.gizmag.com/cb6000-chastity-belt-for-men/17527/

 

[VanessaofBC]

A Gentleman always wears the CB6000 Chastity Belt for Men to restrain his base urges and keep him from simply attacking attractive women who pass him by:

http://www.gizmag.com/cb6000-chastity-belt-for-men/17527/

I bet there are some subs out there who would love that!!!!