Masonry Magazine June 2012 Page. 30
Rules Never to Be Broken
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1. **Never tell anyone outside of the family what you are thinking.** This is the most important rule.
2. **Never allow yourself to be sarcastic.** Sarcasm is the language of the defeated.
3. **Never lose control.** Control is everything. If you lose control, you will never be respected or feared.
4. **Never show weakness.** Weakness is an invitation to be taken advantage of.
5. **Never be late.** Being on time shows that you are reliable and disciplined.
6. **Never lie.** Lying is a sign of weakness and insecurity.
7. **Never break a promise.** A promise is a sacred bond.
8. **Never betray a friend.** Loyalty is everything.
9. **Never forget where you came from.** Your roots are your strength.
10. **Never give up.** Perseverance is the key to success.