1. Depend on Yourself

People are going to let you down at some point in life. As sad as that may seem and as angry as it can make you, it’s a fact of life. Being emotionally and intellectually self-sufficient is an important aspect of deep maturity. It also means that wherever you go and whatever you do, you’re never working without a net. Be your own primary resource.

Learning how to cook and keep your own space livable are also features of a mature man. Not only will you have an easier life in a clean space, knowing you can feed yourself well, but women find this incredibly attractive. So cultivate a culinary self-sufficiency.

Another way to cultivate self-sufficiency is to take your job seriously. Whatever you do, do it well. It is a reflection of who you are. So, be a leader, a helper, and a strong candidate for promotion.

2. Surround Yourself with Successful People

As dated as it sounds, you define yourself by the company you keep. Humans are group animals, and the values and habits of those you are constantly hanging out with will become your own. Surrounding yourself with go-getters and people who know how to manage their time and resources will ensure that you do too, if only by following the examples you see every day.

3. Write It Down

Jot down your goals and dreams, and revisit this list daily. If you set smaller goals that are aimed towards long-term or large aspirations, you are more likely to attain exactly what you want. Knowing what you want is also a huge part of moving towards it. As you grow into yourself, what you want for the future may change, even if you don’t realize it.

If you set goals, you can stay on top of these changes and tailor your path. This ensures that you can avoid waking up to realize you haven’t achieved anything you really want in life. It happens most easily when you fail to plan.