Toxic Masculinity: Traits, Effects, and Steps to Change.
Toxic Masculinity: Traits, Effects, and Steps to Change.
Toxic masculinity, or harmful masculinity, refers to societal standards that push men to act in ways that can be damaging or hurtful. Being masculine isn’t bad, but when men feel pressured to meet harmful standards, it becomes a problem. Here are things you need to know.
References:
https://www.healthline.com/health/toxic-masculinity
Toxic masculinity, or harmful masculinity, refers to societal standards that push men to act in ways that can be damaging or hurtful. Being masculine isn’t bad, but when men feel pressured to meet harmful standards, it becomes a problem. Here are things you need to know.
References:
https://www.healthline.com/health/toxic-masculinity
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00:00Welcome back Sunbro, we hope you all in great health and great money.
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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about, Toxic masculinity, traits, effects, and steps
00:15to change.
00:16Toxic masculinity, or harmful masculinity, refers to societal standards that push men
00:20to act in ways that can be damaging or hurtful.
00:23Being masculine isn't bad, but when men feel pressured to meet harmful standards, it becomes
00:27a problem.
00:29Here are things you need to know.
00:301.
00:31Common Traits.
00:32Traits of toxic masculinity include.
00:34Physical toughness, aggression, emotional suppression, discrimination against non-heterosexual
00:38individuals, hyper-independence, sexual aggression, anti-feminist behavior, dominance and violence,
00:44and emotional insensitivity.
00:452.
00:46Everyday examples
00:47Toxic masculinity often shows up in subtle ways.
00:50For instance, no homo, men may feel the need to clarify they're not attracted to their
00:54male friends to avoid seeming less masculine.
00:57I'm a guy, what do you expect?
00:59This phrase can excuse poor behavior or lack of emotional regulation, reinforcing harmful
01:03stereotypes.
01:043.
01:05Where it comes from.
01:06Toxic masculinity varies across cultures, religions, and classes.
01:10In the US, societal attitudes often reinforce it.
01:13For example, being protective is seen as a positive male trait, while being nurturing
01:17is viewed negatively.
01:184.
01:19Health Effects.
01:20Toxic masculinity can harm men's physical and mental health.
01:23It can lead to poor sleep, depression, and reluctance to seek medical help.
01:27Men might avoid going to the doctor to not appear weak, affecting their overall health.
01:325.
01:33Societal Impact.
01:34Toxic masculinity also affects society, contributing to issues like rape culture, treating women
01:39as conquests can lead to excusing violent behavior, violence, teaching that aggression
01:43solves problems can increase intimate partner violence and other forms of violence.
01:48Social exclusion, men who don't fit traditional masculine roles might be ostracized, especially
01:52among children and teens.
01:546.
01:55Addressing Toxic Masculinity, Self-Awareness, Recognize and Acknowledge Traits You Want
01:59to Change.
02:01Conversations, talk to friends with different gender identities about your behavior's impact
02:05on others and listen without getting defensive.
02:08Personal Growth, Be true to yourself and seek help from a therapist if needed.
02:12Toxic masculinity is deeply ingrained in society.
02:15Identifying and acknowledging it is the first step toward change.
02:18Being comfortable with who you are, regardless of gender identity, is crucial for personal
02:22and societal progress.
02:24Thanks for watching, Sunbro.
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