power God has put in you. Learn all you can about that power, and use it wisely. Then teach your son about the potential destructiveness with which men are endowed. Teach him to use power responsibly. Mistake #8—Neglecting Your Need for Friendships Most men in our country have many acquaintances but no real friends. The pressures and time constraints of work and supporting a family take away the opportunity to build masculine relationships. In order for your son to escape this trap, he needs male friendship