The Romans had the word "Virtus," to describe the list of ideal traits or "virtues," they desired in their citizens. It is not surprise that the stem of this word, "vir," means "man," and that a better definition of virtus is masculine traits beneficial to society. They knew they needed strong men to survive and prosper. Why is this important to us? Cicero says it best in his version of The Republic. "Virtus in usu sui tota posita est." "Virtue lies entirely in its own use." Use it or lose it. Or, as we say a bit more often: A man does. You are not a man unless you act like one. So get up and do it. We're all lucky enough to know how.