"Toxic masculinity is deeply embedded in everyday life, and it's harmful to literally everybody. The idea that men should (gasp!) express their feelings in a healthy way? Pshhh, ridiculous! So, we want to know: What's the most subtle (or not-so-subtle) example of toxic masculinity you've ever seen? Maybe your (hopefully ex) boyfriend never bothered learning basic cooking or cleaning skills and just deferred all those "unmanly" tasks to you."
"a coworker who refused to wear a Band-Aid when he cut his finger, because doing so would be admitting weakness. Or maybe you've noticed that the men in your family pretty much never hug, touch, or show any signs of affection like...ever? Tell us about the worst instance of toxic masculinity you've ever encountered. Leave your story in the comments - or, if you'd prefer to stay anonymous, use the form below. Your response could be featured in a future BuzzFeed Community post!"
Toxic masculinity appears as normalized phrases that discourage emotional expression and uphold rigid gendered expectations. Men are pressured to avoid vulnerability, which inhibits healthy emotional behavior. Everyday examples include partners avoiding domestic chores, coworkers refusing visible care to avoid appearing weak, and family members withholding physical affection. Personal accounts of subtle or overt instances can be shared publicly in comments or anonymously via a form. Selected responses may be featured in a future community post. The appeal highlights the pervasiveness of gendered norms and invites sharing of lived examples.
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