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In this post-modernist world in which we live, gender roles and sociological attitudes of the past generations have been thrown into a cultural stew of uncertainty. And it is on this confusion that I consulted the honourable Bubu, on one lazy Saturday afternoon, on what constitutes a man in today's world. Or more specifically, in an age of self pity and political correctness, when does one step up to the batting plate when others fear to and do what is right in his eyes?

Unfortunately, there is no Life Course 101 at varsity to teach one when and how to act. It is indeed life experience itself which teaches one how to act and react. And a small lesson lesson I learnt (with credit to the honourable Beans aka Chop), and will attempt to practice, is don't mince your words.

Being a man today doesnt mean being sensitive to other needs, nor does it mean being insensitive. But one thing for sure is, and I am a huge culprit of this, if you speak in code and rhymes just to appease some, you will always land up displeasing others and eventually yourself. If you speak frankly, some people might not like what you have to say, but eventually people will respect you. They may not like you or your words, but at least you won't disrespect yourself or the intelligence of the people to whom you are speaking.

So does this mean that if you are honest Abe, you are a man? Of course not. However, history repeats itself and there are recurring times when one must make a stand. It might be something as insignificant as voicing your opinion in a group on where to eat lunch or could be the balance of world power and for your opinion some may hate you and some may love you. But if you true to yourself and walk your path, the world will step aside. So does this make you a man? No, but its just one step on a long and arduous path.