A somewhat intriguing link at Instapundit: 11 ‘Girly’ Things Men Wish They Could Do Without Judgment.
Having read through the list, I can’t say that I identify with wanting any of these things. The only item that comes close is the one about kids. But then, I’m not too worried about what other people think when it comes to me and the kids. So it doesn’t really apply in my case.
All the other things strike me as silly, frankly. Of course, the creators of that list would likely say that’s the problem. To which I’d reply- no, they’re the problem, and not the fact that they want to do these things. If they want to do those things, then just DO them! Don’t expect me not to think it a bit odd because it’s outside the norm, though- that pretty much defines “odd.” Besides, defying social stigmas is all the rage nowadays- these guys should just let there inner-whatever show.
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That list is a cry for help from someone not strong enough to be their true self yet. Hopefully some day soon they bury their demons and allow themselves to live the life they truly want and were born to lead. As to that list applying to other men, that is a pretty selfish characterization of other men, as gay or straight, I seriously doubt those things are on many lists.
What do you really expect from the media and editorial writers today though, it is a reflection of the wasteful writing that is often selfishly motivated these days. People just need to stop making excuses and stand up for themselves.
“People just need to stand up for themselves and stop making excuses.”
Nailed it in one.