The chapter explores the challenges and pressures faced by the speaker in conforming to societal expectations of masculinity, recounting personal anecdotes of ridicule and judgement for not conforming to traditional gender roles. It delves into the speaker's journey of self-acceptance amidst constant shame and difficulties in accepting their own sexuality.
Dr Mark Cross understands anxiety viscerally. Not only is he a psychiatrist, he’s also lived with the condition nearly all his life. And he’s made the decision to be open about his struggle – a rare move for a doctor. His latest book is called ‘Anxiety: Expert Advice from a Neurotic Shrink Who’s Lived With Anxiety All His Life’'.