(October 19, 2017 at 2:30 pm)pool the matey Wrote: I was thinking something like that, American culture seems to revolve a lot around being as masculine as possible, showing everyone how tough you are, flaunting masculinity, showcasing how secure you are in your masculinity, that sort of things, I guess that's what feminists mean when they talk about fragile masculinity. Everyone, both boys and girls, seem to be encouraged to 'be one of the boys' in a desperate attempt to have a glimpse of the divine masculine tm. I'm just saying being super tough isn't the only way to be cool, some kids both boys and girls do prefer..*gasp*. ..not so masculine activities and it's equally important to give them equal care.
I am one of the people who supports acknowledging the differences and special characteristics of masculine and feminine traits.
But I wouldn't describe masculinity as what you describe above. I would say masculinity is being courageous, emotionally strong, and willing to die to protect those who are weaker. Not in a macho sort of way, but in a sacrificial, humble sort of way. To sum it up, masculinity is being "a man for others", if you will. My husband has a key chain given to him by one of his scout masters when he got his Eagle with those words engraved into it. It's kind of a boy scout motto.
Femininity I would describe as being compassionate, nurturing, and intuitive. The newest Wonder Women movie portrayed this so well. Diana was strong and brave, but they made it a point in the movie to portray her compassion, her draw towards babies, and her intuition about other people - which set her apart in a special way from the men she was fighting alongside.
Now this doesn't mean women aren't or shouldn't be brave, strong, etc.... and vice versa. Men should absolutely also be compassionate, etc. But there are certain virtues that come inherently more naturally to women and others that do so for men. But that's the beauty of it I think. The sexes can learn from each other and compliment each other. Neither one is better than the other.
"Of course, everyone will claim they respect someone who tries to speak the truth, but in reality, this is a rare quality. Most respect those who speak truths they agree with, and their respect for the speaking only extends as far as their realm of personal agreement. It is less common, almost to the point of becoming a saintly virtue, that someone truly respects and loves the truth seeker, even when their conclusions differ wildly."
-walsh
-walsh
