We want to take heed your tarradiddle about how toxic masculinity has negatively impacted your life .

Toxic masculinity contributes to a harmful culture and can have negative impacts on society by reinforcing unhealthy standards and expectations.

Many men don’t subscribe to toxic masculinity and the cultural stereotypes of dominance, toughness, aggressiveness, and misogynistic behaviors.

We want to from men about how toxic masculinity has negatively impacted their lives.

Maybe your father called youfemininefor embracing traits like empathy and vulnerability.

Maybe you were encouraged to partake in harmful behavior.

Or perhaps your own friends discouraged you from sharing your feelings and seeking support.

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We want to hear your stories about how toxic masculinity has negatively impacted your life.

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Two men are having a heated discussion in a modern office. One, in a blue shirt and black pants, has arms crossed. The other, in a plaid shirt and khakis, is gesturing energetically

A man in a light blue shirt is pointing and seemingly scolding a boy who has his hands over his ears

Two men in a confrontation; one looks fearful and defensive, while the other appears aggressive with a raised fist

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