Okay.
I don't know what it is -- but there's something (politically incorrect word ahead) inferior about guys who have never tested themselves or been tested.
Okay, let the flaming begin. I can take it...
No flames ... I think your list of ways to "prove yourself to yourself" might be a bit incomplete, but the basic concept is sound. I know a few folks with XY chromosomes who've basically had everything handed to them since Day One ... they have no accomplishments for which they had to struggle, no "I made that" or "Been there, done that" experience. I just can't relate to them ... they're like some sort of alien species.
Well if everyone can't stand her. I'll help her out some and she can hang out at my place.
Thats real wisdsom,durasell!
"You never know what you'll do till your put under pressure
Across 110th Street is a hell of a tester"
Bobby Womack