This really hit home, bro—especially as a father. I recently read an article in The Atlantic that shook me. It explained that young boys—even as toddlers—need more affection than young girls. That, even in utero, boys are developmentally behind. When they—and we—do not receive the love and affection we need, we fare far worse both academically and socially. The absence of two parents in the home impacts boys even more deeply. And that is before we even consider the added weight of race and class.
What a powerful concept, the Man Box. All humans have feelings, but for some reason the only ones men are "allowed" to feel are stress and anger. This world would be a healthier, less violent place if ALL people, regardless of sex or gender, were allowed to feel the full range of human emotions. I believe it takes strength and courage to feel your feelings fully.
@Janine, thanks so much for taking time from your day to read this post and leave a comment. We're on the same page here! I think the path to a lot of healing is unlocking the block that far too many men have when it comes to their feelings and emotions. If we can do that, and help them understand and channel it in a healthy way, we will go a long way towards making this world a better place.
This really hit home, bro—especially as a father. I recently read an article in The Atlantic that shook me. It explained that young boys—even as toddlers—need more affection than young girls. That, even in utero, boys are developmentally behind. When they—and we—do not receive the love and affection we need, we fare far worse both academically and socially. The absence of two parents in the home impacts boys even more deeply. And that is before we even consider the added weight of race and class.
Here is the article - https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2025/04/boy-girl-nurture-gap-masculinity/682396/
Agree. I sent the Atlantic Article to friends with sons and grandsons. We must break the cycle...
Thanks for sharing this bro, I appreciate it! And now you have a reason to give Myles even more hugs lol
What a powerful concept, the Man Box. All humans have feelings, but for some reason the only ones men are "allowed" to feel are stress and anger. This world would be a healthier, less violent place if ALL people, regardless of sex or gender, were allowed to feel the full range of human emotions. I believe it takes strength and courage to feel your feelings fully.
@Janine, thanks so much for taking time from your day to read this post and leave a comment. We're on the same page here! I think the path to a lot of healing is unlocking the block that far too many men have when it comes to their feelings and emotions. If we can do that, and help them understand and channel it in a healthy way, we will go a long way towards making this world a better place.
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