The Natural Man Versus the Modern Man
The Natural Man: He does not wait for permission, nor does he outsource his identity to a committee. He is defined by what he does, not by what others permit him to do, and his doing is anchored in three ancient roles: the Protector, the Provider, and the Pioneer. These roles are not costumes he puts on to win applause; they are disciplines by which he shapes himself and serves others. They are not theories. They are actions.
Relationships That Multiply: When One Times One Equals More Than Two
A transactional relationship is exhausting. Each day becomes a silent audit. Did I do enough to deserve affection? Did she do enough to deserve my sacrifice? Did I provide enough money? Did she give enough recognition? The ledger never balances, because human effort is too messy to be perfectly measured.