Mario from the Mario Bros. teaches us a lot...

He works hard to rescue the girl, but the girl never sees how much work he puts into her.

He has a solid LTR. His girl, Peach, is a 10, has blonde hair, is submissive, doesn’t fuck with anybody else.

But he doesn’t center his life around his girl, Peach has her own life and her OWN PLACE. He has his own life also, and has pretty solid interests. Racing, sports, practicing medicine, etc.

Also he doesn’t come second to anybody. Luigi is the beta while Mario takes the lead. And emotionally, he is stoic. His confidence or attitude never wavers in the face of his opposition. No matter their skills nor abilities.

Point is, be like Mario.