Young men preparing for adulthood
A Guide for Young Men
The StandardWhat Young Men Need Before the World Teaches Them Wrong
Before the world teaches them wrong, give them a standard.
Carl Wesley Publishing
Before the world teaches them wrong, give them a standard.
About the Book
Real life. Practical knowledge. A stronger standard.
The Standard bridges real life with practical knowledge. Through relatable stories, meaningful lessons, and clear standards, the book helps young men connect everyday experiences to the character, wisdom, and discipline needed to grow.
Written with the young man in mind, its lessons remain valuable for parents, educators, mentors, coaches, and youth leaders who want a powerful conversation starter and a practical blueprint for building stronger young men.
Who This Book Is For
Built for young men and those who guide them.
Parents raising sons with direction
Educators working with boys who need structure
Coaches and mentors shaping character
Youth leaders building stronger futures
What Young Men Will Learn
Standards that hold up in real life.
Identity before image
Discipline before attention
Emotional control before reaction
Responsibility before excuses
Purpose before popularity
Leadership before status
Digital Editions
Read it. Hear it. Return to it.
The PDF and audiobook editions carry the same practical lessons for young men, parents, educators, mentors, coaches, and youth leaders.
Purchase Options
Choose the format that fits the work.
PDF Download
$9.99
A clean digital edition for reading, studying, and revisiting the lessons.
- Instant digital access
- Readable on phone, tablet, or computer
- Reflection sections included
Hardcover Book
$24.99
A premium hardcover edition for readers, families, schools, programs, and mentoring spaces.
- Premium hardcover edition
- Built for study and discussion
- Ideal for gifts and programs
Audiobook
$14.99
Listen to the message with the focus and weight of spoken mentorship.
- Audio access
- Built for commutes and training moments
- Strong companion to the book
Early Reader Praise
Testimonials
“A needed guide for young men learning how to carry themselves with discipline and purpose.”
“Clear, grounded, and useful for families, schools, and mentoring spaces.”
“The kind of book that creates better conversations between young men and the adults who care about them.”
Questions
FAQ
Is this book only for young men?
The book was written with the young man in mind, while remaining valuable for parents, educators, mentors, coaches, and youth leaders.
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