The Code of Conduct
Rules, Ideas, and Concepts that every Gentlemen should take to heart. The sophisticated lifestyle is nourishment for the soul in providing opportunities and presenting your absolute best to the world. It stands for the dignity, the calmness, the intellect, and the discipline at maintaining a well-crafted personality. Life is short and striving to be better and to be your best is what counts in making every second worthwhile.
The Guide For The Modern Man is not law, but a guide to being better and producing your better self. It demonstrates a standard that may be followed for any situation and for different aspects of life that matters.
The First Nine
Rule #1: Gentlemen always appear to have a united front. A gentleman must agree with anything another gentleman says – IF he is trying to impress a beautiful woman.
Rule #2: A Gentleman must do whatever he can to help a damsel in distress (a young woman in trouble). Even if that means putting himself in danger in order to protect and save the woman.
Rule #3: Bros before Hoes – A ‘Bro’ is defined as any friend that is more than just an acquaintance. A ‘Hoe’ is defined as any woman that is not your wife or direct family. EXCEPTION: Rule #2.
Rule #4: A Gentleman is allowed to do something stupid as long as he comrades are doing it. (A gentleman does not let people feel alone)
Rule #5: If a Gentleman gets a dog, it must be at least knee height when fully grown.
Rule #6: Whether or Not a Gentleman is into Sports, he must pick a team, support that team, and become knowledgeable about that team until his dying breath.
Rule #7: A Gentleman shall not gaze at a naked friend – (Neither male or female).
Rule #8: A Gentleman is not required to send a Birthday card to a friend. However, it is highly recommended to send a birthday gift with a value of $20 or more. Also, if a gift is sent, then a card is not required and vice versa.
Rule #9: A Gentleman is honor-bound to aid those in need of DIY or Moving House.
The World of Food & Beverage
Rule #10: It is acceptable for a Gentleman to NOT share dessert (The Joey Tribbiani Rule).
Rule #11: If a Gentleman leads a food & beverage run, they are to give back all left-over change.
Rule #12: A Gentleman is never vegan.
Rule #13: When hosting, a Gentleman will order/prepare enough food for all his guest to be satisfied.
Rule #14: When someone asks a gentleman to look after their drink, that Gentleman never tampers with it. Pranks NEVER involve another persons’ food or beverage.
Rule #15: Gentleman take care of their fellow Gentlemen when they had too much to drink.
Rule #16: All Gentlemen like Steak
Rule #17: A Gentleman never lets his brokenhearted friend drink alone.
Rule #18: A Gentleman always offers his fellow cohorts a drink, when they are getting one for themselves.
Rule #19: A Gentleman must reciprocate a round of drinks
Rule #20: At a Gentleman’s funeral, all other Gentlemen will toast with the deceased’s drink of choice.
Bathroom Etiquette
Rule #21: A Gentleman never asks another Gentleman to come with them to the bathroom.
Rule #22: When a Gentleman enters a bathroom with other occupants, that Gentleman is mandated to attempt to maintain a 1 urinal / or 1 bathroom stall separation barrier from other occupants.
Rule #23: A Gentleman NEVER uses another person’s toothbrush.
Rule #24: Gentlemen don’t take selfies while in the bathroom
Rule #25: A Gentleman is ALWAYS prepared
Rule #26: A Gentleman cleans up his own mess
Grooming & Personal Attire
Rule #27: A Gentleman shall never wear his cell phone on a belt clip.
Rule #28: A Gentleman never wears pink underwear or ladies’ undergarments.
Rule #29: A Gentleman doesn’t grow a mustache. EXCEPTION: Tom Selleck
Rule #30: A Gentleman may grow facial hair, but it must be well-groomed and not spotty
Rule #31: A Gentleman never wears Crocs
Rule #32: A Gentleman never wears socks with sandals
Rule #33: Gentlemen don’t wear skinny jeans
Rule #34: A Gentleman never impedes on a Gentleman’s ability to suit up.
Rule #35: Gentlemen shall not wear a Fanny Pack/ Bum Bag
Rule #36: A Gentleman wears his pants around his waist (and not any lower). If a Gentlemen’s underwear is showing, then he has no pants and is considered naked
Rule #37: Gentlemen don’t wear turtlenecks
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Personal Philosophy
Rule #38: A Gentleman never dances with their hands above their head.
Rule #39: A Gentleman will not sleep with another Gentleman’s sister. However, a Gentleman is allowed to be vocal about her level of attractiveness. (The look but don’t touch rule)
Rule #40: Even in a fight to the death, a Gentleman never punches his opponent in the groin. Also, a Gentleman may not fight a woman. EXCEPTION: Rule #2
Rule #41: A Gentleman may cry, but only in the appropriate environment or circumstance. Otherwise, a Gentleman must appear well-adjusted and confident.
Rule #42: A Gentleman never reveals the number of women he has been involved with
Rule #43: A Gentleman ALWAYS enhances another friends job description when introducing them
Rule #44: If a Gentleman for whatever reason needs to borrow a car, they shall not adjust the preprogrammed radio stations and must return the vehicle with a full tank of gas and in the same if not better condition
Rule #45: If someone asks a Gentleman to keep a secret, he shall take that secret to his grave. EXCEPTIONS: National Security or Rule #2
Rule #46: When a Gentleman isn’t invited to another friend’s wedding, he doesn’t make a big deal about it.
Rule #47: A Gentleman doesn’t sing along to music in a bar
Rule #48: Every Gentlemen knows someone who is the world’s best at something
Rule #49: Every Gentlemen knows at least one story or joke that they can tell a group of people
Rule #50: When a Gentleman learns another Gentleman has been in a traffic accident, they may first ask what condition the car is in.
Rule #51: A Gentleman is NEVER offended by another persons’ speech or actions
Rule #52: A Gentleman never gives another person the silent treatment
Rule #53: A Gentleman doesn’t unfriend his friends on Facebook while in a huff
Rule #54: All Gentlemen are required to take turns as the ‘designated driver’.
Rule #55: A Gentleman DOES NOT pout for selfies.
Rule #56: A Friend of a Friend is a Friend to you.
Rule #57: A Gentleman does not allow his friend to drunk dial or text their ex.
Rule #58: A Gentleman ALWAYS honors a bet
Rule #59: After any bet or challenge, A Gentleman is honor-bound to accept the outcome, and pay debts owed.
Rule #60: Gentlemen pay for their dates meal/order/ticket
Rule #61: Gentlemen will always open doors for their female companion
Rule #62: A Gentleman will ALWAYS watch a movie narrated by Morgan Freeman
Rule #63: When a Gentleman wants to do something stupid, you film it.
Rule #64: All conversations between friends are subject to ‘Gentleman Confidentiality’.
Rule #65: A Gentleman does not dare or challenge another person to do anything they wouldn’t try themselves. #GoldenRule
Rule #66: Paint-balling is the ONLY combat scenario in which a Gentleman’s balls are not off limits.
Rule #67: When a Gentleman leaves his seat, the seat becomes vacant and cannot be reclaimed if another person takes it. The gentleman must then find a new seat upon return.
Rule #68: A Gentleman must give up his seat to a woman left standing
Rule #69: A Gentleman never leaves a friend behind.
Rule #70: Dibs cannot be implied, you must call dibs in front of witnesses for any said dibs to be valid.
Rule #71: When playing or responding to a prank, a Gentleman’s car and suits are off-limits.
Rule #72: If you catch your friend’s partner cheating, you immediately tell your friend regardless of any tension that may arise.
Rule #73: A Gentleman never tickles another Gentleman.
Rule #74: Gentlemen don’t use a photo of their pet or child as their profile picture. Alcohol in a clean/clear glass is acceptable photo prop.
Rule #75: A Gentleman doesn’t get lost, he merely finds an alternate route.
Rule #76: Gentlemen don’t giggle. They may smile, chuckle, or laugh, but never giggle
Rule #77: A Gentleman NEVER under ANY circumstances attempts to get with another friends partner.
Rule #78: When a Gentleman offers someone chewing gum or mint, that offer is for two or more pieces.
Rule #79: Gentlemen don’t smell each other on purpose
Rule #80: A Gentleman is NEVER afraid to fail.
Rule #81: All Gentlemen have an interest in some sort of weaponry.
Rule #82: A Gentleman shall never engage in any sexual activity with a female friend, unless he is married to her.
Rule #83: A Gentleman doesn’t blame others for his own problems.
Rule #84: A Gentleman doesn’t screw over his partner
Rule #85: Don’t believe what you’re told. Double Check
Rule #86: The best way to keep a secret? Keep it to yourself. Second best? Tell one other person – if you must. There is no third best.
Rule #87: A Gentleman doesn’t waste good
Rule #88: A Gentleman NEVER makes excuses
Rule #89: Always be specific when you lie. But Don’t Lie
Rule #90: A Gentleman NEVER takes anything for granted
Rule #91: A Gentleman NEVER goes anywhere without a knife
Rule #92: When the job is done, walk away.
Rule #93: A Gentleman NEVER dates a co-worker
Rule #94: A Gentleman is NEVER unreachable
Rule #95: A Gentleman ALWAYS keeps a spare
Rule #96: A Gentleman is ALWAYS prepared and ALWAYS HAS A PLAN
Rule #97: A Gentleman is ALWAYS on-time for any situation. There is NO fashionably late, its either show up at the time specified or don’t show up at all.
Rule #98: A Gentleman NEVER underestimates his opponent
Rule #99: Sometimes, you’re wrong. Be humble. A Gentleman shall be humble and admits when he is wrong.
Rule #100: When a Gentleman is faced with a decision that he can’t make, he seeks advice and guidance from a trusted friend.
Rule #101: A Gentleman NEVER turns his back on a friend in need
Rule #102: Gentlemen don’t have regrets in the one life they live
Rule #103: Work Smarter, Not Harder (It may lead to promotions)
Rule #104: Don’t let anyone tell you what you can’t do (LOST Reference: John Locke)
Rule #105: If it seems someone is out to get you, they are. Take Action
Rule #106: Never leave behind loose ends (Clean up your mess)
Rule #107: Don’t sit on the sidelines while your people are in trouble.
Rule #108: If you truly love someone, let no harm come to them
Rule #109: If at first you don’t succeed, try again.
Rule #110: A Gentleman may only watch Star Wars on Star Wars Day (May 4th)
Rule #111: A Gentleman may only eat pie on pie day (March 14th)
Rule #112: A Gentleman ___________________.
A Gentleman must be given all the tools necessary to appear confident and knowledgeable. It also helps to have an open-ended, fill-in-the-blank rule for any situation that may appear to be a gray area in respect to knowing what to do and how to act in a given situation. Therefore, a Gentleman may create his own rule for his unique situation in which he finds himself.
Rule #113: When discussing politics or in any conversation, a Gentleman is ALWAYS respectful to his opponents and shall NEVER demonize those with opposing views. A Gentleman respects individual thoughts and people.
Rule #114: A Gentleman is slow to anger
Rule #115: A Gentleman knows when to speak up, listen up, and dress up.
Rule #116: A Gentleman may only suspend any rule or concept in the code of conduct in the case of making a political point. Otherwise, the Gentleman must remain politically neutral and uphold the entire code.
Rule #117: A Gentleman does not prank his enemies; A Gentleman may prank his friends, but not his enemies. If you do prank your enemies, then you’re a dick for making things worse between the two – and therefore no longer considered a Gentleman
Rule #118: Don’t wait until you’ve reached your goal to be proud of yourself. Be proud of EVERY STEP YOU TAKE toward reaching that goal.
Rule #119: Lose one friend, Lose all friends, Lose yourself.
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