The world we live in is full of amazing things. Cars, spaceships, cell phones are just a few examples. But what takes my breath away is how culture and society shape human life. There has always been a right way for individuals, especially men, to behave. Even today, in the 21st century, where things have changed and there is more freedom, people are asked to act in a certain way. Writer Paul Theroux, in his essay “Being a Man,” makes an in-depth analysis of his views on how men are in America and the factors that influence their behavior. After reading his essay, I found myself in a position where I questioned whether or not I was a man in his culture. Men are seen as strong, stupid, rude and self-centered in America. For many generations, it was thought that people saw them that way. Social media, sports, schools, and families are often seen by Americans as a necessary condition of being a man. If a man doesn't do this, there is something seriously wrong with him. Constitute the ultimate way to prove virility. Writer Theroux says: “Being a drunkard is another assertion, however misplaced, of manliness. » He was right. In society, it is a fundamental aspect of a man's life. Men have to get drunk to express their true feelings, otherwise they would be considered soft. They would qualify to be considered a man, and that's not fair. Ultimately, we just have to ask ourselves what kind of attitude is correct. Do we really have to follow the behaviors and ideas of others? Should we be like this? Is this useful? There is no doubt that in his essay “Being a Man”, Paul Theroux makes the reader think. Being a man is much more than what society and others think. It’s about being true to your own personal values. Society and cultures are constantly changing, sometimes for the better and others not, but they certainly have a huge impact on the way we do things.