These days, it often seems like accountability has fallen out of style.
But I’m a firm believer that if we want our sons to grow into confident, resilient, morally strong men…
Then we can’t just hope the school system or society does the heavy lifting.
REAL fatherhood means you lead from the front.
Showing him–not just telling him–what strength, character and discipline look like.
I share this with you because fatherhood isn’t complicated, but it IS hard work.
And with the right mindset and a willingness to get your hands dirty…
You can help your son develop mental toughness and a moral compass to conquer anything life throws at him.
HERE ARE THREE TRIED-AND-TRUE METHODS TO GUIDE YOUR BOY INTO MANHOOD:
- Walk the Talk
I’m sick of dads who tell their kids to exercise while they’re 50 pounds overweight with Cheeto dust bellies. Worst of all is preaching about respect while they trash-talk their boss or others.
Want your son to be disciplined? Show him YOUR discipline.
Want him to work hard? Let him see YOUR work ethic.
Want him to treat women with respect? Show him how YOU treat his mother.
Your actions are screaming so loud your son can’t hear a word you’re saying. So make those actions count. Show up early. Follow through on your word. And take responsibility when you screw up.
- Expose Him to Challenges
Coddling might feel protective in the short term, but it sets your son up for failure down the road. Every time you rescue your son from discomfort, you’re stealing his chance to develop grit.
You need to DELIBERATELY put him in situations where he has to struggle. Sign him up for wrestling or jiu-jitsu. Take him to events like the Squire Program. Give him projects that push his limits.
When he faces adversity and overcomes it, he builds what I call “victory calluses”. They’re mental toughness victories that can’t be faked.
- Demonstrate Unwavering Values
Your son is watching EVERYTHING you do.
If you lie, cheat, or make excuses, he’s learning that’s acceptable behavior for men. But when he sees you stand on principle–even when it costs you something–he learns what real manhood looks like.
In my house, we have zero tolerance for dishonesty, disrespect, or laziness. My son knows exactly where the boundaries are because I enforce them consistently. No exceptions.
That’s how you build moral strength that withstands temptation and peer pressure.
That’s real leadership.
Listen, raising strong sons isn’t just about your family but saving our society from becoming completely soft and entitled.
That’s exactly why I created the Squire Program – to give fathers and sons the space to develop these critical traits together.
When you attend with your son you’ll guide your son in physical challenges, team-building under pressure, and conversations that most fathers are too afraid to have with their sons.
This isn’t some kumbaya campfire experience.
It’ll give your son the tools to build an unbreakable character…
And you the confidence to know your son is ready for anything life throws at him.
Secure your spot today: https://squireprogram.com/
Hope to see you and your son at the next Squire class.
Bedros Keuilian
P.S. If your son doesn’t have a father figure in his life we will assign an experienced instructor who will be a mentor to your son for the duration of the program.
The instructor will provide him with the guidance and support he needs to succeed.
Find out more here: https://squireprogram.com/