From anatomy to modern masculinity
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During middle school and high school, I felt a constant pressure to act a certain way, to be “manly”. I would think, What exactly does being “manly” mean? From the books I read, the shows and movies I watched, and the conversations I had with my guy friends, it seemed like I had to be a…
There is a very hazy picture when talking about “masculinity.” The movie industry and social media have really blurred gender expectations, making people think they have to act a specific way based on their gender. Men have been expected to always be tough, to never show emotion or be vulnerable. However, there’s no clear reasoning…
While wrestling is a fantastic form of physical activity and can make men feel that they are a part of a team, there are many body and emotional issues that usually arise as a result of being on a team. When I was a freshman in high school, I was new to my school and…
Throughout middle school, puberty was the most complex and uncomfortable topic discuss with my friends. I had friends who were well below five feet and others who towered over me at a whopping 6’2. While I didn’t hit puberty ahead of most of my friends, I was always considered tall for my age. Even though I…
When I scroll through Instagram or Tik Tok, men with fantastic physiques show up on my feed and “for you” page. While images and videos of men who are in great shape can be motivating, they can be demoralizing. As a teenager who eats large amounts of food when I am stressed, it only made…