This unfortunately titled video is actually very interesting. It talks about how the definition of masculinity is changing to include more “feminine” traits such as the ability to show emotions, talk about feelings, cry, etc. Essentially, it is about the death of toxic masculinity.
In many ways, Alex is a typical man who just so happens to enjoy wearing skirts and high heels. He is married to a wonderful, supportive wife and has a young son. His hobbies include reading, programming, metal music, playing instruments, video games, cars, hiking and a number of other smaller things.
Well, it seems to be coughing and having some sickness, but is it really going on worldwide? I feel like this is limited to so called Western world, while the rest of the globe still can’t realise how much pressure is put on males to fit the shapes and patterns of unarguable rule-driven masculinity.
I agree with you there to an extent. It seems like it’s affecting not just the Western world, but the more “developed” world. Japan, for example, is also seeing a sort of shift in what is considered the norm for masculine behavior.
Well, it seems to be coughing and having some sickness, but is it really going on worldwide? I feel like this is limited to so called Western world, while the rest of the globe still can’t realise how much pressure is put on males to fit the shapes and patterns of unarguable rule-driven masculinity.
I agree with you there to an extent. It seems like it’s affecting not just the Western world, but the more “developed” world. Japan, for example, is also seeing a sort of shift in what is considered the norm for masculine behavior.