What Makes You a Man: How to Be a Man

Growing up, I always believed that being a man meant possessing power, strength, and a lack of emotion. These traditional and stereotypical qualities were all I knew when it came to defining masculinity. It wasn't until I started questioning these ideals that I realized there is so much more to being a man than what society tells us. The idea that a man needs to be powerful and strong to be considered masculine is deeply ingrained in our culture. Men are often expected to take on leadership roles, make important decisions, and provide for their families. While these qualities can be important in certain situations, they do not define a man's worth.