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48 Things Men Are Told Over Their Lifetimes (That Are Actually Toxic)
“Boys don’t play with dolls.” How can we address the patriarchy’s impact on men? The first step is to recognize how it harms them – and this video captures 70 years of toxic messages around masculinity. What would you add to the list?
Read MoreHere’s How the Patriarchy Damages Men’s Emotional Literacy – And Why That Matters
The patriarchy hurts everyone, including men. Do you have any examples of how a lack of emotional expression has hurt a man in your life?
Read MoreYes, Very Skinny Women Still Have Thin Privilege – Here’s Why
Are you being oppressed if people say you need to “eat a cheeseburger” because you’re thin? Yes – but it’s more complicated than saying thin privilege doesn’t exist.
Read More7 Reasons Why Patriarchy Is Bad (And Feminism Is Good) For Men
Sure, patriarchy is set up to benefit men – but these patriarchal norms are hurting men, and here’s how feminism can help.
Read MoreWhy Saying “Men Are Slaves To Their Sex Drive” Is Insulting To Men
What does it mean to generalize men’s sex drive as no stronger than a dog who humps everything? Men have will, agency – and here’s why they should be held to a higher standard.
Read More4 Ways Sexist, Macho Culture Hurts Men
Macho culture can be deadly, particularly for women. But it’s both naïve and harmful to ignore the ways these ideas about masculinity hurt men. Here are four ways.
Read MoreAgainst Patriarchy: 20 Tools for Men to Further Feminist Revolution
For all of us who are men who believe in social justice, who want healthy and beautiful lives for our loved ones, and who are working for positive change in the world, let us commit or re-commit to making feminism central in our lives, values, and actions. It is time for men in the millions to take courageous action in our society to further feminist revolution.
Read MoreThis Is Why Being a Nice Guy Just Isn’t Enough
Nice guys, we know you’re out there. Misogynistic Nice Guys™ have earned a bad reputation, but there’s a difference between them and men who are genuinely respectful. But did you know there’s also a difference between being nice and being an ally to women’s causes? Here’s what you need to know to avoid the unintentional sexism that can come with gender socialization.
Read MoreWhat Is Patriarchy (And How Does It Hurt Us All)?
The patriarchy harms all people, regardless of gender identity, sex, or sexual orientation, by perpetuating oppressive and limiting gender roles, the gender binary, transphobia and cissexism, sexual assault, and the political and economic subordination of women. Watch Marina Watanabe discuss the pervasive and intricate ways patriarchy violates us all.
Read MoreHow Violence Against Women Hurts Men (And 20 Things Men Can Do About It)
In 2005 I came out as transgender and transitioned to male. I am much happier as a man, but in transitioning I moved from a class of people most likely to be victimized to a class of individuals more likely to victimize someone else. I had become the enemy. And that got me thinking: Why don’t more men see violence against women as their issue?
Read MorePatriarchy and How It Shows Up for Everyone
Unfortunately, patriarchy still exists. And it often manifests in casual ways that tend to go unnoticed by the majority of people. And women aren’t the only ones who suffer under this everyday patriarchy. Everyone does. It limits their range of experiences and diminishes their worth as humans. This plays out in everyday life far more often than we realize.
Read MoreBeing a Butch Woman Around Men Sure Would Be A Lot Easier Without the Patriarchy
Being a butch woman among men occasionally comes with some issues – and they’re based on patriarchal nonsense. Check out this comic to see how this plays out.
Read More4 Myths That Hurt Polysexual Men and the Women They Date
“Bisexual men are really just gay.” When a man who isn’t straight is dating a woman, myths like this one stigmatize both of them. Make sure you’re not adding to the stigma by falling for any of these misconceptions.
Read More5 Lies That Distort Male Sexuality and Hurt Men
#1: “Sow your wild oats.” You don’t have to follow these messages — and this shows how you’ll be better off with a healthier approach to sex.
Read More4 Racist Stereotypes White Patriarchy Invented to ‘Protect’ White Womanhood
Can you imagine being in her brother’s position at work? Men of color are literally being killed because of these stereotypes.
Read MoreKyriarchy 101: We’re Not Just Fighting the Patriarchy Anymore
We need a word to describe the complex social order that keeps these intersecting oppressions in place. Kyriarchy is an excellent word for this concept.
Read MoreHere’s Why the Gender Binary Hurts Us All
You might have come across the term “gender binary” in discussions on trans issues. But do you know what it means to call everyone either a “man” or a “woman” – and how it affects you?
Read MoreHow Rolling Stone’s Irresponsibility Hurts Rape Survivors
(Trigger warning: rape). Rolling Stone’s recent retraction of a story about campus rape was a disaster, and not for reasons you might think. Rape survivors already face way too many barriers when it comes to getting help, including the risk that they they won’t be believed. Check out this video for insight on why Rolling Stone’s handling of the situation just makes those barriers worse.
Read More7 Reasons Why Gentrification Hurts Communities of Color
Many times when wealthy people move into a low-income neighborhood, they truly want to help. Oftentimes, they even start community programs and become leaders in the community, often through beautification projects. And while I get why this seems to be good at first glance, it really isn’t. Gentrification hurts communities of color, and these are some of the ways how.
Read MoreHow Male Sexual Entitlement Hurts Everyone
Male sexual entitlement is the belief that men are owed sex on account of their maleness. So let’s go into how male sexual entitlement negatively impacts everyone, men included.
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