We've all experienced toxic masculinity. This concept is ubiquitous in our homes, offices, and relationships. According to the definition, toxic masculinity promotes the urge to be a patriarchal society's archetypal "man."
Many guys pride themselves on their machismo, yet they privately are victimized, which poisons their relationships with family, coworkers, and lovers. We may overlook the effects of socially constructed masculinity in our daily lives, but they must be addressed before they become the source of all other issues and poison our society. Men in relationships exhibit these subtle indications of toxic masculinity.
Many of us advise our boys to control their emotions and act like men. We create a mindset that suppresses emotions and thrives on damaging stereotypes. However, the same lads grow up and follow patriarchy. They keep their issues to themselves and let toxic masculinity damage their peace of mind even in relationships.
Despite the fact that winning and losing don't matter in love and relationships, a man with toxic masculinity is all about winning. Unlike their ladies, guys won't accept defeat and will go the additional mile to defend their argument, which their spouses may agree with.
Small fights can escalate in a relationship. The true issue is when tension turns violent. Men who are victims of toxic masculinity sometimes feel they are stronger than their wives and consequently more prone to rage and violence, which is an unfounded and inept myth that is widespread in our culture.
The pressure and mental constriction males feel to please their partners is absurd. Men are supposed to take care of their wives at all times and shield them from danger, which discourages women from standing up for themselves and stresses men out. It's alright to be afraid once and to realize that males may be fragile and weak.
For males, pleasing their mate is a relationship requirement. From proposing to surprise spouses with presents, only males do it. As long as one can afford it, it's fun and games, but once the cash runs out, the male is constantly trying to impress his girlfriend, which is corrosive to relationships.
Is there a ‘guy thing’ as many men claim? Is it a stereotype that men admire it? Another form of toxic masculinity must be eliminated. This is how men dodge important conversations in nearly every relationship. They don't realize they're endorsing patriarchal gender stereotypes, which will backfire.