the quintessential man's manifesto - 10 rules every man should live by

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LEGAL INFORMATION

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This book may not be reproduced in any form, in whole or in part,without written permission fromwww.thequintessentialman.com.

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Whats Inside?

INTRODUCTION

RULE 1:BUILD A POWERFUL IDENTITY

RULE 2:BREAK THE BOUNDARIES OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE

RULE 3:DONT JUST BE RESILIENT. BE ANTIFRAGILE

RULE 4:BECOME A GREAT SPEAKER

RULE 5:MASTER YOUR BODY LANGUAGE

RULE 6:HARNESS THE POWER OF NETWORKING

RULE 7:HAVE A GREAT SENSE OF STYLE

RULE 8:TAKE CARE OF YOUR FITNESS AND NUTRITION

RULE 9:LEARN HOW TO UNDERSTAND WOMEN AND BUILD

PURPOSEFUL RELATIONSHIPS WITH THEM

RULE 10:ACHIEVE MASTERY

CONCLUSION


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INTRODUCTION

Throughout our lives weve been told of people who have managed to

challenge the limits of human nature and achieved excellence in their lives.They have carved their place in immortal history, and will be rememberedfor their brilliance, their intelligence and their genius. I like to call themQuintessential Men.

During my journeys, I have studied and met many Quintessential Men.What I realized is that the common attribute between most of them is thatthey were great Seducers. Seducers who managed to disengage themselvesfrom the norm and pave their own path. Men who were capable of seducing

any crowd and live their lives on their own terms.

A Quintessential Man is hidden inside every single one of us. He isdesperately trying to emerge, but we dont really know how to help him.

This is the reason I decided to startwww.thequintessentialman.com. Aseduction-oriented online hub, where people who share this idea will meetand try and evolve it together.

ABOUT THE EBOOK

This ebook is a set of rules which I strongly believe every man needs to liveby in order to become Quintessential.

But lets get one thing straight. This isnt a manual or set of instructions.Dont expect to find a list of how-tos, to follow slavishly and mindlessly.Becoming Quintessential isnt about following a formula or abiding by astrict rule-book. Its not about following the crowd or trying to fit yourselfinto a one size fits all mould. In fact, the Quintessential Man rejects all of

the above and forges his own path in life.


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So what is this ebook about? Think of it as an opening revealing the

qualities every man has the potential to develop in order to become a greatseducer. Youll discover new ways to think, questions to challenge the wayyou live your life, and qualities to aspire to. From mastering the art of style,to channelling some of the greatest leaders in human history theQuintessential Man defines the best of mankind, by pushing beyond hisboundaries to re-discover himself.

This is a process of evolution and this book will be your guide to inspireand motivate you along the way. Come back to its pages as you progress

youll discover new ways to refine yourself, and transform yourself into theQuintessential Man you know you can be.

Enjoy the journey!


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Identity. Its a massive word. Butdo you know what to do with it?

Everyone likes to believe theyvegot the identity bit sorted. We liketo tell ourselves were unique,confident and cool. The problemseems to be that we dont alwaysproject this to the world outside,creating a disparity between whatwe imagine ourselves to be, andhow the world actually sees us.

Result?

When the world outside us doesntunderstand our identity, it reflectsthis confusion back to us. Were leftin a situation where we start toquestion who we really are andthis fundamental question canreally dig deep down inside you.

When you don't know who you are,how can you tell what your purposein life is?

Your passions? Your identity andconfidence?

So lets take control. Our identitycomes from more than just thestories we tell ourselves about whowe are its something far deeper.The answer lies in our beliefsystems and how we managethese systems.

Your belief system isnt static, eventhough you may think it is. Ourbeliefs change dynamically everyday our environment, the peoplewe encounter and the things we seeand do will all influence us.

With so much informationbombarding you on all sides aboutwhat to think and do, wereoverflowing with information, and

risk falling into a bottomless vortexof chaos and confusion.

It sounds grim, but this is wherethe Quintessential Man steps up tothe plate. The Quintessential Manlives in the same chaotic andconfused world, but steps outsidethis vortex by creating a beliefsystem with a rock-solid

foundation.

RULE 1: BUILD A POWERFUL IDENTITY


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Hell go with the flow and heareverything the world has to throwat him, but at the end of it all? He

knows exactly who he is and whathe believes in, and theres noconfusion in the world that canunsettle him. And when hes clearabout who is the world knows ittoo. Its a combination thatsirresistibly attractive.

Knowing what you believe in is justthe start. Its the key to building an

unshakeable foundation one thatyou start building on in your pathto becoming truly Quintessential.As your beliefs solidify, you canestablish the key pillars of a strongidentity on top:

Confidence Purpose Passion

Each of these are integral to thedevelopment of the Quintessentialman think of them as thecornerstones of your identity. Asyour life develops with experience,these are the pillars that ensureyour identity stays strong andclear, while evolving naturally withprogress.

A man with a rock solid identity issomeone who knows who he is,exudes confidence at every turn,

and shuns self-doubt. Theres noquestion of uncertainty in his life he knows what he wants to achieve,and how hell get there. Wheneveryone else around him is fallinginto that murky vortex of chaos he is in the clear. And that has apowerfully magnetic effect casting a spell of influence andattraction over others.

And instead of being at the mercyof the fates, the Quintessential mantakes control of his life, shaping itto become what he wants it to be.

Think of it this way: if life was amovie, the Quintessential Mandoesnt stick with a minor side role.

Hell be the central protagonist the one that stays behind ineveryones mind, long after thecredits roll.

Take center stage and become thestar of your own movie. Discoverhow you can develop and establishyour character and unearth your

own irresistible, confident identity,that others will long to be around.


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Lets be straight. The comfortzone is not where theQuintessential Man wants to be.

Why not? The comfort zone ispretty cosy its where everythingis just ok. Everyone knows theirown comfort zones and theboundaries that define them. So

why bother stepping beyond them?

Being a Quintessential Man is notabout staying behind theboundaries but about breakingout, developing your confidence,and pushing yourself towards thelimits of your creativity. Whilethere is little chance of anythinggoing wrong when youre inyourcomfort zone, its when you stepoutthat things begin to get real.

But what is really our comfortzone? If you look deep inside you,you will realize that our comfortzone is the combination of two ofthe most distractive forces in amans life: fearand sloth.

Why fear? Because fear is whatdrives our most thoughtlessactions. Its what prevents us fromreaching our true potential. Its thefear to face the unknown and thefear to risk what you already have.

Why sloth? Because laziness hasbecome such an integral part of

your reality without you evenrealising it. It consumes anycreative energy that is left inside ofyou.

Stepping outside your comfortzone is the first step towardseliminating those two elementsfrom your life for good.

Its where you can grow, learn, anddevelop in a way that expands yourhorizons beyond what you thoughtwas possible.

Leaving you comfort zone doesntmean you have to ditch all yourcreature comforts, pack yourbackpack and move to a shack inthe middle of nowhere.

RULE 2: BREAK THE BOUNDARIES OF YOURCOMFORT ZONE


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Instead its about discovering theconfident, self-assured man you

are and breaking down theboundaries that currently get inyour way.

This isnt something that you mightdo in a day it happens by makinggradual adjustments to your life,style and the choices you make.From rocking a sharp styled suitthats totally different to your usual

casual look, to taking a hot date toa fabulous club you might neverhave considered before thebenefits of stepping outside thezone are limitless.

Youll discover that you becomemore productive and are morewilling to push yourself to achievenew things. Youll find dealing withchanges much simpler and adaptto new situations with ease. Andyoull exude a natural aura ofconfidence attracting new peopleto you, without even making aneffort.

Breaking out of the comfort zone isnot a difficult process.

Its a meaningful process. And likeevery meaningful process, it

requires effort, dedication anddiscipline. But youll discover withtime - the results youll enjoy willbe extraordinary. You will discoverthe Quintessential Man you aresupposed to be.


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Life is anything but predictable.There are a million and onedifferent scenarios that can playout everyday, all across the world.The things you thought you coulddepend upon could easily fall awaybeneath your feet tomorrow,making the world seem like anuncertain, fragile place.

So whats the usual response?Were told that we have to beresilient. We have to be robust,take whatever punches the worldthrows at you, and stay standing,without a hair out of place.Without changing strategy orposition, youre expected to take itall, without responding.

Resilience implies just about beingable to cope with life, but therecomes a time when anythingresilient will falter and fall.Foundations will shake; walls willcrumble and even the mostpowerful, fool-proof systems in theworld will hit a snag and fail.

So what do you do when resilienceisnt enough?

The answer is developing acompletely different stance: anti-fragility. This might not mean quitewhat you think it does.Fragilitysuggests breaking under theslightest pressure; anti-fragilityisnt just about the ability nottobreak but actually bouncingback, with new strength.

While resilience is about trying tostay the same in the face ofpressures anti-fragility is aboutchange. For the Quintessentialman change is essential tostaying ahead of the game,adapting to new situations, andevolving your identity. Hes readyto step outside his comfort zone

and take himself somewherecompletely new.

Resilience requires knowledge ofwhat stresses youre going toencounter. When you dont knowwhats coming then simpleresilience can let you down.

But an anti-fragile strategy

responds differently.

RULE 3: DONT JUST BE RESILIENT. BE ANTIFRAGILE


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Instead of breaking under thepressure you face, you turn around look it in the eye, smile and fight

back. And you come back strongerand better than ever. This creates apowerful sense of self-reliance nomatter what comes in your path,you are able to reinvent yourselfand bounce back.

This is in fact a tantalising prospectfor the Quintessential man. Neverone to settle in one place or to

resist change, an anti-fragile stanceactually enables him to take thevolatility, stresses anduncertainties around him tobecome stronger instead.

Think of the difference between themythical phoenix and the multi-headed hydra while the phoenixcan only resist destructive forcesfor so long, before eventuallycollapsing, the hydra will alwaysbounce back. No matter how youattack it its virtuallyindestructible.

The Quintessential man is not amythical creature, however. Hes areal man, of flesh and blood like

you.

And having the quality of anti-fragility inspires confidence inthose around him people are

naturally drawn to the leader whocan take control of a situation, andtransform even the bleakest ofprospects into a brilliantopportunity. Who wouldnt want tobe in his team?

You can discover this ability inyourself to become anti-fragile. Bydeveloping this part of you, not

only will you conquer anyobstacles, youll positively thrive onthem.


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How well do you come across whenyou speak to others?

Confident? Authoritative?Courteous and knowledgeable?

Public speaking is an essential toolin the armory of the QuintessentialMan and one thats often

overlooked.But communication is an essentialpart of how others see us. Ourpower of speech is whatdistinguishes from other species.Its what gives our superiority, andin many ways, our strength. Andyet, we often take it for granted.Because its more than just a

simple act speaking well is trulyan art.

The medias not often helpful while were surrounded byspeakers virtually every second ofour lives, the art of speaking wellhas been dumbed down, dulled andblunted. On the other hand, when apowerful speaker doescome along

we sit up. We shut up. We listen.

That's the skill the QuintessentialMan wants to harness. Becausebeing well spoken is not simply theicing on the cake for a better man,but its a vital strength andadvantage. Its a tool that whenyou wield it well, can inspire,motivate and seduce.

But what is it really that makes aspeech so powerful?

A great speech is defined by threeimportant elements:

Confidence story telling humor

Like so much of being

Quintessential, confidence is thefoundation of being a powerfulspeaker. Confidence can imbue thegentlest whisper with the samestrength as a battle cry the manwho knows how to work both justas well really does have the worldin his hands. It conveys authorityand knowledge even when yourediscussing an area outside your

comfort zone.

RULE 4: BECOME A GREAT SPEAKER


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Next, story telling. This is morethan just the ability to spin a good

yarn its actually the skill ofcapturing someones attention,drawing them into your world andleaving them hanging off everyword you say. Think of a greatstory as an irresistible journey intothe unknown. With a powerfulblend of anticipation and suspense,nobody wants the journey to end

too soon.Last humor. Imagine this as theseasoning to your speech. Too little and it becomes bland,forgettable. Too much, and itsdistasteful. Use it in perfect,balanced measures, understatedmore serious points, adding levitywhen needed. Done right, humor

not only adds excitement andinterest it gives you greaterauthenticity, inspiring confidenceand trust in you.

Once these three ingredientsbecome an essential part of yourcommunication youll see thedramatic change it has on yourrelationship with others.

From your colleagues to the girl inthe groceries store - everyone will

want to stop and hear what youhave to say. Stand out from thecrowd and garner the admiration,respect and desire of those aroundyou.

Speaking well isnt a skill that canbe won overnight. Instead, withregular practice, it evolves anddevelops, until it becomes second

nature for the Quintessential Manyou want to become.


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You know that moment whensomeone walks in the room andinstantly silences the crowd with asingle glance?

Thats the power of body language,right there.

Your body is just as powerful a toolfor communication, as yourtongue. Probably even more so, infact. The human brain is hard-wired to visual cues in the body,making decisions even before theconscious mind catches up. Soharnessing this primeval part ofyou gives you immense control andpower.

Weve all experienced the receivingend of it. How someone looks atyou, sits down, leans in or leansaway it can create an array ofphysical reactions. From anxiety toanticipation, dismay to desire.Wouldnt you want to master thisvital tool?

For the Quintessential Man, the artof body language is second nature.

He uses it naturally, to conveydominance and authority,command respect, and inspiretrust. Others are drawn to hisnatural ease and charm, and areimmediately drawn to his persona.It creates an indescribable air ofcharisma - something goes beyond

mere looks.

So how do you harness this ability?

For starters, self-awarenessiskey. The Quintessential man isaware and secure with his body.We may all have hang ups aboutour body our height, build, hair but being Quintessential means

understanding how to get the bestout of it.

Once you are confident in yourown body, you naturally start toexpress this to others. You appearinstantly relaxed, self-assured andunfazed. Those around you senseyour air of ease and relaxation and crave to be near it.

RULE 5: MASTER YOUR BODY LANGUAGE


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Eye contact is another important

part. As humans, our eyes weremade to connect with each other.But for many men, maintaining eyecontact is a much needed socialskill one thats often neglected.Poor eye contact immediatelyreveals itself, making the personappear nervous, lackingconfidence, or distrustful.

By contrast, when someone looksyou right in the eye you knowthey mean business. And you wantto hear what they have to say.

Developing eye contact doesntsimply mean staring the otherperson down. Like other aspects ofbeing Quintessential, it comesdown to knowing how to fine tune

this skill and use it well in theright situation.

Greater eye contact can make youmore attractive, likeable andtrustworthy to others. Its apowerful part of seduction.

Finally tonality. This is more

than just how you speak. Its aboutthe quality and tone of your voice,the pitch, the rhythm and timbre.

Throughout history, powerful

speakers have more than just greatwords behind them. Listen to someof the most powerful speeches inhistory and youll hear somethingthey all have in common. They usetheir voices like a musicalinstrument, and they can inspire arange of emotions through them.

Take daily steps to develop your

Quintessential self. Over time,these conscious efforts will becomepart of your natural sub-consciousmind. And before you realize it,others will have started changingtheir behaviour towards you asthey become naturally drawn toyour growing presence.


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I am 27 years old, and throughoutmy life I have never naturally feltthe need to be acquainted with avast number of people, to be thepopular guy, or have a FacebookFriend list of thousands.

It might have been myunconventional nature thatregarded popularity as a rathermainstream concept. If you wantedto stand out from the crowd, then acertain degree of selectiveness withyour social relationships had to bekey.

But while the Quintessential manmight stand out in a crowd healso knows the difference between

being isolated and aloof andstaying connected with others. Inshort if you want a successful life,being that unconventional lonerwill not get you where you want togo. To become Quintessential, youneed to start paying attention andbuilding connections with thosearound you.

Without connections, youll alwaysbe limited. Even the most powerfulidea in the world wont get heard ifyou don't let people know about it.

Thats why networking is one of themost important skills for aQuintessential man to cultivate.Not only can it lead to new andexciting relationships, but it canalso act as a major strength andresource for you.

Why do people make connections?Throughout human history theres one urge that pulls ustogether mutual benefit. Effectivenetworking succeeds when younurture this concept of reciprocity,

and master the balance of give andtake. By being a useful andvaluable connection to others you get to reap the benefitsyourself. It also highlights youamongst and beyond your socialcircle as a valuable guy to know.The guy with the connections. Whocan make things happen. Theresan irresistible allure in that.

RULE 6: HARNESS THE POWER OF NETWORKING


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From new friends and romanticencounters, to business leads andcareer opportunities, networking is

the chance for the Quintessentialman to put all his skills intopractice. Stepping outside yourcomfort zone, becoming a greatspeaker and nurturing confidence these three skills can transformyou from the pursuer, to thepursued, from the seeker to thesought-after, from being a loner

lost in the crowd, to a powerfulauthority, and the man everyonewants to know.


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When it comes to what you wear do you jump to the latest trends?Or stick to a classic style?

The Quintessential Man doesneither. Hes not a slave to fashion but hes not afraid to make aneffort to look good, either. He

knows how to strike the perfectbalance to dress to impress,emphasise his best features andcreate a powerful, attractive effectthat makes sure he stands out fromthe crowd, in the best possible way.

Hes the guy who can work anyscenario from boardroom to bar,completely elegant, stylish and

sophisticated, without looking likehes made an effort, or drippingwith ostentatious designer labels.Not overly polished, but certainlynot scruffy, and without any self-consciousness at all.

In short he knows how to lookgood.

So how do you master the art ofgreat style? First of all, stay in theknow. Get your bearings on thecontemporary style scene, anddont be afraid to check out whatshot. While the Quintessential Manmight not follow the whims ofrunway trends, hell always stay upto date, and hes not afraid to seekout new inspiration. But instead ofcopying a runway or celebrity lookfrom head to toe hell takeindividual elements and blendthem seamlessly into his own look.

The result? Effortless, great andtimeless style but with just a hint

of freshness to make sure your lookis ahead of the rest of the pack.

Knowing what suits your body isanother essential part of style.Whether youre tall or stocky, shortor slender, wearing the right outfiton the right body makes all thedifference.

RULE 7: HAVE A GREAT SENSE OF STYLE


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Being Quintessential means havingan intuitive understanding of how

to make your assets work best foryou everything from howdifferent fits, cuts and lengths canenhance your proportions, disguiseweak spots, and create a polished,impressive appearance.

This also means knowing when tokeep away from the trends that

dont look good on you. Skinnysuits might be fantastic on the thin,willowy runway model but if yourbody isnt right for it, it just wontwork. Instead, its far moreattractive to work a style thatflatters your body, than goesagainst it.

But the last part of great style is

also the most important andthats confidence. Style andconfidence go hand in hand for theQuintessential man looking greatis a fantastic confidence booster,but confidence is also key tolooking good too.

More than any expensive suit conveying yourself well to others is

essential if you want to be seen asattractive and stylish. From well-kept grooming to impeccablemanners, body language andcharisma, being Quintessential isabout more than just whats on thesurface.

Invest the effort in developing your

style, and youll soon see thedifference as you transform intothe man you want to be.


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We are surrounded by an epidemicthat afflicts much of the modernworld. While we might appearhealthy and affluent on the surface,the cracks reveal a differentpicture. Constant anxiety,dwindling mental function,

inability to focus and depressionare commonplace symptoms of themodern malaise. But rather thansimply scapegoating modernliving, a closer look at our lifestylessuggests what may be behind it.And the answer is often on ourdinner plates and in our over-stocked refrigerators.

Your mind and body are the key toenjoying a happy, healthy andsuccessful life but how often areyou really paying attention tothem? Or more importantly whatyoure putting inside them?

Its easy to dismiss healthy eatingas just another fad, in the ever-

changing cycle of trendy diets andfood myths.

When youre constantlybombarded with information aboutthe so-called wonder-foods to eat,and what to avoid, it can seemtempting to throw caution to thewind, and ignore the adviceentirely.

But the Quintessential Manunderstands that optimum fitnessand excellent nutrition areessential cornerstones of a happyand successful life. More than justhaving a healthy physical body,paying attention to what you eatcan have massive rewards for howyou think and feel.

Because being Quintessentialmeans you simply cannotcompromise how you think or feel.If your mind is not in fit condition,then everything else willdeteriorate too.

That doesnt mean you need to signup to the latest celeb-diet craze.

RULE 8: TAKE CARE OF YOUR FITNESS AND NUTRITION


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Instead, it means paying closerattention to your nutritional needs,and listening to what your body issaying. Optimum nutrition with abroad balance of nutrients andminerals, preferably from naturalsources rather than a pill isnecessary to feed your brain. Bydoing this, you can start to enjoythe energy, confidence and natural

ease of the Quintessential man.

Dont dismiss the value of a fit andhealthy body. You dont need tospend every spare minute bulkingup in the gym but focus ondeveloping strength, enduranceand fitness. A balanced programtackling these core areas will notonly give your physical ability tosucceed but enhance your mentalabilities too, by pushing youbeyond the limits of your comfortzone, and becoming more anti-fragile. Mix it up with newchallenges try a Crossfit class in afully equipped gym one week then push your abilities to the maxby hiking out in the wilderness.

Every time you beat your goals,youll discover something moreabout your true abilities.

You also need to pay attention tothe issues your body might beflagging up. Illnesses, aches andpains and other complaints mightbe a red flag for hormonalimbalances, inflammation, a poor

digestion system or a build up oftoxins. Avoid a diet packed withprocessed foods, filled withpreservatives and additives thatoffer little in the way of nutrition.Instead, opt for wholesome,natural foods that will enrichyour body and your mind.

Put it simply, by improving your

diet, you can eat your way tohappiness. Enjoy a varied diet,practice moderation and avoideating like a teenager. Youll soonreap the benefits, as your energylevels rise, fitness improves, andyour innate sense of confidencenaturally follows.


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Becoming a Quintessential Man isa journey. Like every great journey,it will lead you to discover newplaces, meet new people andencounter new situations that will

change and shape the man you are.Becoming Quintessential is neverstraightforward - but a process ofgradual evolution, as you learn,develop and grow.

But theres one part along thisjourney that will play a massivelyinfluential role in your evolution -Women. Words cannot describejust how important their role inyour journey really is theyllperplex you, baffle you, frustrateyou and thrill you. Theyll turnyour world upside down, have youflying to the stars or make you wishyou were six feet under. All that,and much more. Ultimately, thewomen in our lives will shape the

way we behave and every singledecision we make and that is nosmall role.

Of course, women arent somehomogenous, generic group. Onyour journey, youll meet countlesswomen and theyll all leave their

mark, in their own way. But as youbecome truly Quintessential, youllwant to regain control in yourrelationships with women discover the art of attracting theright ones into your life, and side-stepping those you reallydontneed hanging around.

This is a skill youll develop as you

refine your character andpersonality. Youll be changing asyou go and the people aroundyou will see this too. Youll learn tobecome more selective andfastidious, and youll also developyour ability to understand andcommunicate in another level withothers around you. Youll naturallystart to attract others, drawn toyour confidence and innate power.

RULE 9: LEARN HOW TO UNDERSTAND WOMEN ANDBUILD PURPOSEFUL RELATIONSHIPS WITH THEM


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Apply this skill to your

relationships with women andyoull see the dynamics change.Women will no longer be such apuzzling mystery youll be able tointerpret how they think, what theydesire, and what will make themwantyou.

But as a Quintessential man, youare still in charge of your owndestiny. With the advantage ofchoice you can decide on thewomen you let into your life.

Be conscious of your decisions.Welcoming women in your life forsexual pleasure is great - but as youevolve, you will realize that youwant something more out of your

relationships. Something powerful,profound and unique somethingtruly Quintessential.

I am not saying that everyQuintessential relationship can lastforever. I dont even like the use ofthis word - forever.

The point is that the moment you

consciously welcome a woman inyour life - no matter how long youthink this will last- make sure youare ready to create a purposefulrelationship that you both canrelate to.

This is essential to nurturing yourown growth as a powerful,confident and attractive man, tobroaden the boundaries of yourexistence in every sphere of yourlife, and discover what becomingQuintessential really means.

And trust me women will be a hugepart of this Quintessential reality.Maybe the most important part.


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When we were at school, happinesswas defined by a simple formula.All you had to do to be happy wasfollow the simple rules of life. Go toschool, go to university, graduate,

find a job, find a wife, have kids,die peacefully.

Back then, we would look for idolsto guide us, someone to look up to,someone to show us the path tosuccess and happiness. Most of thetime, these people were ourparents and if your parents werentthe unconventional type, they

would tell you to stick to the simplerules of life.

It is part of human nature, to seeka guide to find someone to lookup to. Our brains are designed toask questions, and to find thepeople who might have the answerswere looking for. Some of us arelucky enough to meet the right

people at the right time, whilesome of us might never findanyone to give us the right advice.

But it's not enough to simply hopethat the right guide will turn up.For those who truly want tosucceed, there comes a time whenwe decided that we are ready to

start looking for these answers, andfind these people ourselves. This isa quality that is essential to theQuintessential Man.

Taking this step forwards is asignificant form of Mastery. It isthe Mastery of oneself. It defines acritical point in a mans life, wherehe realizes that it is time to detach

from convention, and instead starttaking steps to design a life that hetruly desires.

Masters have been presentthroughout the history of mankind.These are the people that havemanaged to challenge the limits ofhuman nature and achievedexcellence in their lives.

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They have carved their place inimmortal history, and will beremembered for their brilliance,their intelligence, their genius andabove all, their Mastery. People likeLeonardo Da Vinci, JohannWolfgang von Goethe, AlbertEinstein, Steve Jobs and manyothers.

The common myth around figureslike these is that they weresomehow already born with thisinnate Mastery. That they cameinto the world with inheritedcharisma or some ready-madeskill, or otherwise, were justextremely lucky. Achieving Masteryon a level akin to them isconsequently seen as extremelydifficult and near enoughimpossible.

Thankfully not everyone hasbeen duped by this myth.Therefore we are fortunate to enjoysome modern day Masters of ourvery own.

People who have challenged theassumptions about Mastery, andrevealed an important truth -Mastery is achievable by anyone, assoon as he truly believes in it.

Modern day masters - orQuintessential Men as I like to callthem -, like Robert Greenefor

instance, who in his homonymousbook (Mastery) has demystified thenotion of Mastery and revealedthat it is in fact possible for anyoneto achieve Mastery in any field, ifthey truly desire it.

Another modern Master, TimFerriss, who constantly challengesthe limits of the human brain, in

search for ways to speed uplearning processes. Or Owen Cook(aka Tyler Durden - RSD) one ofmy mentors - and a Master whochanged my life for good - whorevealed the connection betweensuccess with women and success inlife and showed me the way to startmy own initiative The

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These are just some of the many

Masters available to us today. Withthe development of the Internetand technology, human knowledgeis incredibly accessible andattainable.

Now the ball is back in our court.We live in an era where our choicesand opportunities are limitless. Wecan become Quintessential Menfaster and easier than we can evenimagine. By simply harnessing thepower of the most powerfulweapon we possess - the humanmind.

This incredibly strong instrumentthat can help us achieve anythingwe want and expand the limits of

our imagination. From our deepestdesires, to things we have not evenbegun to comprehend yet. Only ourminds can help us escape ourfragile human nature, to startmoving towards the path of theQuintessential Man.

A Man who has mastered his ownlife, and has truly achieved

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CONCLUSION

By now, youve had a taster of what becoming Quintessential really means.

You may not realise it yet but others around you have probably begun tonotice the change in you.

Theyve spotted that youve upped your style game. Your confidence is high without being cocky. Theyre drawn to what youll have to say. They cantquite place what it is thats changed about you but theres somethingdefinitely in the air.

The path to becoming Quintessential is a journey to follow for life and will

continually evolve as you grow. Itll change depending on the opportunitiesyou encounter, and the challenges you take up. Youll absorb the skillsyouve already unearthed, and refine new attributes as you go forward.

Its an exciting time, to say the least.

Now that youve made your first steps, and begun to enjoy the rewards theprocess brings you can really start to develop yourself. This guide is both abeginning, and a foundation for the fundamental quality of becoming theman you want to be, so return and refresh these pages in your mindthroughout your journey through life.

NEXT STEP

Start being an active member ofwww.thequintessentialman.com.

Be Loud, Be Quintessential and pass it on!

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OUR QUINTESSENTIAL FAMILY

The Quintessential Man is an initiative and as every initiative we need time to

grow. But we know that our growth and evolution cannot be achieved withoutyour help.

We want our hub to be as interactive as possible. We want you to feel that youare part of a family that will help you grow and that will grow WITH you.

How can you help?

Way #1

If you think you have what it takes to write and inspire men around the worldsend us your pitch at [email protected]

Way #2

If you are enjoying our website we enjoy that too. But we also want you to takeaction so we can all enjoy it even more!

Be Loud, Be Quintessential and pass it on!

Send us Feedback, Share, Comment, Contribute, Spread the word!

We have the knowledge but we know that knowledge never ends. MahatmaGandhi used to say:

Learn as if youll live forever

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