Honeydew Me
Summer Rewind: Toxic Masculinity & Sex Shame
Jul 17, 2024
Author Zachary Zane discusses toxic masculinity's impact on sex shame, labels in life, queerbaiting, and his personal journey with sexual shame and bisexuality. The episode explores societal constructs, dating app dynamics, funding for erectile dysfunction, and the pressure of coming out on social media.
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- Toxic masculinity perpetuates harmful stereotypes impacting behaviors in cisgender men and LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Sexual shame hinders self-acceptance and exploration, requiring confrontation of societal norms and misconceptions.
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Exploring Toxic Masculinity
Toxic masculinity affects both men and women, perpetuating harmful stereotypes that can negatively influence behaviors. The impact of toxic masculinity is not limited to just cisgender men but also affects gay men and individuals within the LGBTQ+ community. It is ingrained in societal norms and often leads to possessiveness, insecurity, and control in relationships, perpetuating unhealthy dynamics and behaviors.
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