Gay Men Going Deeper

Expressing Your Masculinity

Sep 7, 2023

This podcast explores the construct of masculinity and its different expressions. It discusses toxic masculinity and the need to redefine traditional gender norms. The hosts reflect on societal conditioning and how it shapes individuals' views of masculinity. They also explore healthy expressions of masculinity and the various aspects of being a man.

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Quick takeaways

Expressing masculinity can involve being confident, assertive, grounded, and demonstrating problem-solving skills.

Societal conditioning shapes how individuals relate to masculinity, but finding a balance between confidence and aggression, authenticity, and self-validation is crucial.

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Expressing Masculinity

Expressing masculinity can be seen in various ways. For Michael, it entails being confident, assertive, and grounded. He values achieving goals, being productive, and demonstrating a strong work ethic. Michael also mentions his logical thinking and problem-solving skills as expressions of his masculinity.

Introduction

2min

Redefining Masculinity

28min

Exploring Societal Conditioning and Balancing Femininity and Masculinity

2min

Exploring Masculinity and Challenging Gender Norms

14min

Exploring Healthy Expressions of Masculinity

4min

Exploring Different Expressions of Masculinity

6min

Gay culture has historically idolized traditional masculinity in the context of societal norms, which includes traits like physical strength, assertiveness, and stoicism.

But we must remember that there isn't a single, fixed definition of masculinity. While some embrace traditional concepts of masculinity, others may lean towards more non-conforming presentations.

Lately, there has been a growing acceptance of the fact that gender expression and sexual orientation are distinct aspects of identity. In this episode, we're exploring our personal expression of masculinity by answering questions such as:

What does masculinity mean to you?
What's the difference between toxic masculinity and healthy masculinity?
In what ways has societal conditioning shaped how you relate to your own masculinity?
How do you express your masculinity?

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