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We spend too much time bullying ourselves, trying to be other things. Be who you are. Own it. It’s OK to give yourself some love once in a while. Be kind to yourself as you would be to a friend in need.

I think for a long time, the idea of an “alpha male” was romanticized or defined in a certain way – often including violence – and it’s time for that to be re-examined. To me personally, masculinity is about offering protection, offering safety, holding space, communication, being vulnerable, never making the other feel wrong for how they feel, and now more importantly than ever, it is about listening and learning how to be of service.

Ask yourself, is this moment enough right now? And suddenly you become aware of all the things that are NOT wrong with the moment. You’re alive. You’re breathing. You’re here. Sometimes the present moment the way it is is good enough. Better than enough. Life slows down in a good way when you put in the present. | (for @afireforaheart ♥️)

If something is difficult, even though it may not come out the way you envisioned it, if you’ve worked at it every day and you see the results of it, and you see the importance of discipline, and your commitment, that’s success. | (for @thewntersoldier ♥️)

I wish you guys could know Sebastian. I can’t say enough about the guy.

Usually people ask me to smile because I have a very serious resting face… my resting face is usually like a murder-looking face.