Transitioning into adulthood isn’t easy, but it does come with a number of perks. However, men who want to reach the peak of manliness must take a few more steps to develop crucial skills. The transition from boyhood to manliness is not something that is inherent, as many may want to have your believe. No, it involves a number of skills that need to be learned and practiced. These skills not only help a true man to impress the ladies, but it also gives him the knowledge and ability to excel in every aspect of life. Learning to balance your checkbook is very responsible, but it doesn’t compare to these five must-have manly skills.

1. Riding a Motorcycle

Try to think about all of the manliest people or characters that you can imagine. Now, you are probably thinking about some hulk that is wielding a broadsword that is twice his height, or perhaps a bare-breasted warrior with a huge gun and an innate ability to dodge bullets. While this fact might sadden you, these things simply are not attainable in real life. But, one things that is common among most manly legends is their motorcycle.

Imagine being able to take your date out on the back of a rumbling low rider, her holding you tight as you paint manliness all over the road. Whether you prefer sports bikes or a classic Harley, you should take lessons from a training school to develop your braking and turning skill, giving you the ability to give the ladies a fun and safe ride.

2. Starting a Fire

No intrepid camping trip is complete until you can start and maintain a fire safely. Yea, you can bring a can of lighter fluid with you, but how manly is that? I’ll answer that question – it isn’t. Women want a man that will be able to make a fire under any condition, and with any tools that might be available. Not only will this basic skill attract the ladies now, but it will ensure you’re the most popular man of the post-apocalyptic world. 

There are a variety of different ways that you can start a fire, but you should make sure that you have a fires-starting stick, as well as a quality knife. These two things will make it so that you can make a fire anywhere that you have dry tender. You should also practice making a fire by using a homemade fire bow, which takes practice and skill, but allows for you to make a fire from almost nothing. With these skills, all the ladies will be begging you to take them on your camping adventures.

3. Preparing a Dish

Whether you would rather bake a rustic baguette or spend the evening tending the grill, you need to pick up at least one major cooking skill. Being able to prepare food for your friends, loved ones, and family members could make you the star of the next party. It will also keep you from relying on packaged foods that could make it harder to stay fit. Try to learn cooking techniques by following trustworthy recipes for foods you already enjoy eating, such as enchiladas, pizza, or ribs from scratch.

There is nothing more attractive for a woman than a man that is working in the kitchen. Instead of taking a girl out to some fancy restaurant, make a special evening at your own place. Not only will you be saving your hard earned money, but you will be able to impress your lady with your skills. It not only helps to know how to cook, but it is important that you are able to cook with style. Your lady won’t be able to help but awe at your manliness when she sees you flipping sauteed meat and vegetables over a towering flame.

 

4. Defending Yourself

Basic self-defense skills are fundamentals that everyone should know. You don’t need intensive martial arts training just to learn how to block an attacker’s attempt to grab you. Check for classes offered by your local gym or community center. Many of these classes are designed for newcomers with no experience with self-defense, which will allow for you to pick-up on the basics extremely quickly. Once you have the basics, you can always study a form of martial arts later to build strength while picking up new skills. 

With these skills in hand, you will be able to exude confidence around the ladies, which will help them to feel comfortable and protected. None of your lady friends will ever be scared to go out with you for a night on the city, since they will know that you will be able to protect them from any sort of danger that might present itself.

5. Learning New Things

Finally, it’s a true sign of manliness to keep your mind sharp with self-education. Picking up books or watching Youtube videos on programming, car repair, political issues, or bike repair can help you feel more capable to deal with daily challenges. It also helps you find plenty of conversation topics in social situations, no matter who you are chatting with. Ladies like skills, and getting all of the skills that you possibly can will only improve your manliness.

By constantly seeking out knowledge, it is also much more likely that you will be able to get a quality career. No, most employers don’t care if you know how to replace a battery in most vehicles, but they will care if you display a consistent ability to learn new subjects. This translates into a good career, which creates a larger income, which then equals an level of attractiveness that the ladies simply will not be able to deny.