They don't teach us through violence
or harsh words,
but through the quiet power of presence,
the understanding that not all lessons
are taught with fists.
They show us that to be a man
is to listen
before speaking,
to lead
without demanding,
to stand tall
but never step on someone else's shoulders.
With them, we learn that there's no shame
in being soft
or kind,
no weakness in standing beside
those who need us.
They teach us the quiet power
of supporting others
without losing ourselves
in the process.
And through their wisdom,
we learn that we are worthy of love
not because we've earned it
but because we are menâ
men who rise
without the need to tear others down.