In a world filled with baffling mysteries, one question has left women everywhere scratching their heads: Where do men get the audacity?

It’s a question whispered at brunch tables, typed in group chats, and shared across social media platforms. From jaw-dropping first date moments to bold workplace interactions, women everywhere have been left pondering the source of this confidence that often seems untethered from reality.

“Society often rewards boldness in men, even when it’s unwarranted. From childhood, many are encouraged to take risks, speak their minds, and assert their presence without fear of rejection or failure,” Dr. Benson explains. “This can sometimes manifest as audacity in adulthood.” Well, that textbook answer just won’t do for us.

While tales of audacity can leave us shaking our heads, it’s important to remember that not all men embody this overconfidence. Many men are kind, thoughtful, and self-aware, bringing warmth and respect to their relationships and interactions. They are the ones who listen, support, and show up with humility and care—qualities that remind us of the good that exists in the world. From partners who go out of their way to make their loved ones feel cherished to friends who genuinely celebrate others’ achievements, these men prove that respect and empathy aren’t just ideals—they’re realities.

For every jaw-dropping moment of audacity, there’s a heartwarming story of kindness waiting to be shared. And it’s those moments that give us hope, showing that while the search for the source of audacity might remain a mystery, the presence of love, compassion, and balance in the world is no mystery at all.