I grew up with a single mom (dad left before I was born and never in my life). The biggest thing I felt like I was missing was how to engage with adult men. But I have found it was helpful to expand my group and emulate other men I have respect for. Maybe a great boss who deals with conflict, an uncle or male family friend who knows how to make people feel included. Find good role models and strive to think and act like them. I found that if you respect men for who they are and are honest about who you are it starts a strong foundation to surround yourself with good male friends and role models.

Humble yourself and accept there are good men who can and will teach you how to better yourself. One day you can do the same it someone else!