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Men Get Real About What Sucks About Being A Man (30 Answers)

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Life isn’t all sunshine and rainbows, high salaries and breezing by on ‘easy mode’ when you’re a man. No matter your gender, life is challenging. Your purpose isn’t handed to you on a silver platter. And happiness isn’t a guarantee if you don’t strive to move toward it. And there are a lot of things that guys would love everyone to know about what it’s actually like to be a man. Though, sometimes, we’re far too shy to say them out loud.

However, anonymity helps. Internet users have taken to Reddit to share the most annoying things about being a guy, after being prompted to open up their hearts by user u/justjuiced22. The answers, which you’ll find below, are candid and range from the silly-yet-relatable to the more serious. Have a read through the posts as you scroll down and upvote the ones that you agree with or that you were surprised by.

Do you have some thoughts on your mind that you’d like to share with the other readers? That’s what the comment section is there for, Pandas. So don’t be shy, share your own insights about the viral Reddit thread and what these men’s answers say about society, below.

I reached out to fitness expert Jack Bly for a few comments about masculinity, confidence, and men's issues. Here's what he had to say. "I’d say biggest issues that men have to deal with nowadays revolve around their inputs. Social media, TV, music, etc. Most people have inputs that constantly spout negativity and victim mentality. These inputs ultimately dictate their thoughts and as a result of their actions," he told Bored Panda. Scroll down for the full interview with Jack.

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#1

When I'm out alone with my toddler a lot of women look at me as if I'm an anomaly and a lot of guys look at me as if I'm being forced to do this. Like the "oof sorry bro" face.

It's weird that being a good dad is apparently such a rare thing that when I'm fully in charge of my son people assume there's something wrong with me and my partners relationship. I just like spending time with my son and pushing a stroller doesn't make me less of a man.

thicchaggisboi , Mohamed Awwam Report

Final score:

338points

Monday 3 years ago

It makes you more than a man. Being a guy makes you man, spending time with your son makes you a dad. So now you are both a man and a dad.

127points

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According to fitness expert Jack, the biggest issue for men is not having a purpose in life. That, in turn, affects all areas of a person's life. " I believe the core of being a good man is in true purpose. Men without purpose tend to be unhappy, depressed, lost," Jack shared his thoughts with Bored Panda.

"Figure out your purpose by getting clear on your values and what’s most important to you. As far as activities go, I’m always an advocate of pursuing good health as that is our foundation for our mind, energy, and mood."

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Jack added that he believes there "absolutely" is "a crisis for confidence among men." In his view, the reasons for this are obvious. "Most men have no reason to be confident. 73% are overweight, 80% are in debt, 50% are divorced. The best thing men can do to overcome this is to commit to the journey of self-development and finding their purpose," he said.

The expert advocates pursuing excellence in health, wealth, and relationships. "When you do this, you provide yourself true reasons to build confidence."

#2

Male eating disorders get zero attention.

JadedTrekkie , Samuel Ramos Report

Final score:

264points

Lauren Caswell 3 years ago

Bless Andrew Flintoff for speaking up about his bulimia struggles. We need more and we need it yesterday, too many males have been lost to this and it really sucks. You can't find help for your friend because he's male and it's so stupid. This was in the mid-2000s but it's no better today. Everyone can have eating disorders its not just women, and we all deserve support for it

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#3

Getting very few/no compliments from my SO. I want to be told nice things about myself too.

Aneides , Jakob Owens Report

Final score:

253points

Elin Noller 3 years ago

I think this depends a lot on the person you are with. Most women I know like giving compliments to ppl they love.

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The thread links to the broader discussion of what guys and ‘real men’ should and shouldn’t do, what behaviors are frowned upon by society, and understanding of masculinity leads to a healthy, happy lifestyle.

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A short while ago, I spoke about men’s issues and masculinity with redditor M_RONA who gave some great in-depth insights on the topic.

"I think, as men, we need to be more open about our issues and acknowledge the fact that we face some tough [stuff], often imposed on us by other guys. There’s nothing wrong with being honest about what’s bothering us, and I think just being able to talk about some of the issues we face would be a major contributing factor to our general well-being. Something as simple as just asking our friends how they’re doing in life could go a long way!" he told Bored Panda in an honest and open interview.

#4

Dealing with other men. The number of testosterone poisoned, porcelain figurine fragile ego having bastards seems endless.

The_Unreal , John Arano Report

Final score:

253points

Caro Caro 3 years ago

Yes, we women understand. That is really hard to deal with. I just avoid those testostercronies.

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#5

The assumption that because I am the father that I don't know, or am incapable of taking care of my kids. People ask my wife all the time if she needs to rush home when she leaves the kids with me. I am not a babysitter, I know what I am doing.

dyeson , Steven Van Loy Report

Final score:

246points

Brendan Roberts 3 years ago

Yeah, this is a big one. I gave my number (as the main contact) to my eldest's school and my youngest's childminder, as I work from home and live 5 mins away from both. But they always call my wife first. She works about 30 mins away from the school and childminder.

64points

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#6

Not being able to talk about our emotions. Like hello, hi, I am a human being who would like to talk about their problems without the feeling of being judged.

Agent527 , Nik Shuliahin Report

Final score:

225points

Ozacoter 3 years ago

That is terrible. We are a social species and need emotional support. Hugs

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According to M_RONA, one thing that’s happening in modern times is that the term ‘toxic masculinity’ gets taken way out of context, gets used where it shouldn’t, and sometimes misrepresents reality.

"While I absolutely agree that there are many male traits taken to the extreme that have horrible consequences for the people around them, I think the term is sadly being overused to mislabel normal and perfectly healthy male behavior," he explained.

The interviewee noted that it’s often other men who pressure guys into conforming and acting a certain way. This, in turn, can make it very hard for men to be emotionally vulnerable when they need to be.

#7

This might seem petty or dumb, but right now, my fiancée and I are planning our wedding (She's female, I'm Male, we're a hetero couple).

I'm SUPER into the planning. I'm not at all a typical "macho" "cant be bothered with the frills and pomps" type of dude. I'm having fun helping putting together this day for my best friend and I!

Everytime we meet with a vendor they solely talk to her and ignore me entirely, acting on an assumption that she's a typical "Bridezilla" planning this day single handedly and I'm just some Bro she's shacking up with. When I do pitch in, the vendors almost act in an "ooooook, dont worry big guy, leave this to the adults" kind of way. It's more obvious in some than it is in others, but its damn infuriating. It's extremely frustrating and belittling. My fiancée is aware of it, and sticks up for me when necessary.

Like snap dude, you're damn straight I've got an opinion on the aesthetic of our f@#$ing orchid placement, take me seriously!

bucketbiz9429 , Jeremy Wong Weddings Report

Final score:

208points

Andy Acceber 3 years ago

I hope you're in a large enough city to find different vendors. If vendors don't respect your opinion, they obviously don't want your money. Take it to someone without the outdated gender norms.

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#8

Being physically and mentally abused usually means a lot less to people than if it were a girl who were the victim. If the girl's the abuser and you're the victim almost no one will care at all and will almost always shame you for it. And when you try to defend yourself against a female, you're looked at like the monster

Constant_Alternative Report

Final score:

203points

Penny Fan 3 years ago

My bro is a copper and one of has "regulars" was a body builder who was being beaten by his mrs. He was over 6' and built like a brick shithouse, she was 5'2" and 7 stone sopping wet. Whenever the cops arrived she'd pretend like she was the one being beaten and it never went any further. One day he just said to my bro "mate, look at me. If I hit her she'd be dead". Bro tried really hard to go for a conviction for her, but the CPS wouldn't touch it.

69points

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#9

Not being socially acceptable to carry a purse.

Like yeah, I'd love to always have my earbuds, phone charger, deodorant, small cologne sampler, and be able to store my keys, wallet, and phone without either stabbing my legs with keys when the pants are tight or having my phone slip out when I'm getting out of cars with loose fitting pants. I can think of so many things I'd bring in my man purse...

Final score:

191points

Samantha Lomb 3 years ago

Most Russian men carry a small purse/ document bag because of all the documents/ masks/ chargers etc you must carry. No one thinks it is odd.

68points

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“A lot of guys were talking about how, as a man, they found it extremely difficult to talk and be open about their feelings. I think that stems from this notion that men are supposed to be so hardened and stoic that we never let things get to us, and if we ever experience a negative emotion, we shouldn’t process it, we should just bottle it up and 'be a man.'"

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According to M_RONA, having a stoic attitude and a hardened mind are “certainly virtuous values” that help in life. But if these values are taken to the extreme and repress any and all emotions, the end result can be very harmful.

“The basic attitude of 'men should do this, and women should do that' is hampering to both men and women, I think, something both sexes are guilty of doing, unfortunately," M_RONA shared with Bored Panda.

"I think we all face issues of conformity and set expectations for what we’re supposed to do, and I guess it’s up to all of us to promote and cheer on people who don’t fit into certain categories that we make for ourselves.”

#10

Honestly, I think the most annoying thing is the competitiveness of other males. Especially when it comes to women. I’ve been out with gfs and some dude will come up and blatantly start hitting on her. We’d make it apparent that we’re together and then the ridicule starts. “You’re with this guy?” “I bet he really sucks at ____.” “I could be better than him.” That alpha male s**t bugs the hell out of me.

DoorNo_5 , Marvin Meyer Report

Final score:

180points

Ozacoter 3 years ago

Those men are pathetic

87points

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#11

I'm 20, have no facial hair, very little muscle mass (barely started working out this year), almost no stamina, kissless, virgin, got slapped at a party recently (by some drunk dude), and I collect action figures (I'm still working on not being too ashamed of this one).

I feel like a total loser sometimes. Like I'm not a real man. It hurts, but at the same time I don't want to try to put on a fake man mask or anything. I guess I'm just too young to figure these things out.

FerminFermin115 Report

Final score:

174points

David Evans 3 years ago (edited)

Muscles don't matter, you get to choose when and who you want to share your affection with, and you don't need anyone to tell you that you are awesome, you are! I've been in the Army for 21 years and I've met the biggest douchebags who were muscular egotists (I used to be one of them), people of a slimmer frame, and heavy set people and society focuses on physical attributes over what's most important; your character and how you treat people. As for collectables, I'm 41 and still like them. The times of people being looked at as weird for enjoying pop culture are fading. Those who judge people on their own personal hobbies do not know what they are missing. One of the things that took me almost 20 years to realize is that you have to love yourself first and appreciate the things you love without caring what others think. Do not try to be something you are not just to fit in societie's mold of what you think a man should be. Look for people with common interests and you'll find that there are entire communities of people that love what you love. If you want to get in shape, that's great for health but don't let those attributes define you. Best of luck!

107points

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#12

Walking into a public restroom and getting your shoes stuck to the ground because of all the dried piss on the floor.

gyroggg , Oliver Hale Report

Final score:

169points

Samantha Lomb 3 years ago

Sadly not just a man only thing, particularly in restrooms with Turkish toilets

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Meanwhile, British psychotherapist Silva Neves told Bored Panda that toxic masculinity is mostly centered around a “general attitude perpetuated by systemic misogyny” than specific behaviors.

He detailed that at the core of these “distorted ideas” lie things like the notion that men should “always be winners,” shouldn’t feel any vulnerability, and shouldn’t be perceived as weak or soft.

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“Men with toxic masculinity usually have negative views towards women's rights (including their rights to the freedom of their own sexuality) and they tend to be homophobic,” the expert said.

“A man with healthy masculinity is the opposite to these traits: someone who is self-reflective, embraces their emotions including sadness, anxiety and crying, a man who isn't afraid of their own femininity and believes that women are equal, and therefore are very clear about respecting boundaries and consent with women.”

#13

Being told that my emotions don't matter. You know what happens when people bottle up their emotions? They either kill themselves or end up on the 6:00 news.

Mr_Gibus Report

Final score:

163points

Natasha 3 years ago

This .

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#14

The stigma that every time I talk to a woman I don't know I automatically want to date them. Like f**k maybe I like talking to women because men don't open up about feelings and women actually listen just lookin for a friend man.

Xsendox , Christin Hume Report

Final score:

161points

Elin Noller 3 years ago

It is a "stigma" because it is more or less a rule. All women have had male friends they thought were their friend that turned out to just want to get in their pants. The term "Friend zoned" exist cause of all those men who pretend to be your friend.

71points

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#15

Less annoying and more upsetting but: The lack of mental health outreach for men.

Kooba9 , Nathan McDine Report

Final score:

159points

kjorn 3 years ago

i saw and heard some woman in the news just says stuff like: to hell with mens, we are more important, it's our turn. this is just some shitty way to think. it wasn't ok to threat woman like that before but it's not ok to take revenge at those who wasn't even there when all that happen

29points

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#16

Shopping for clothes. I've noticed in every clothing store, we have this small corner in the back of the store for our clothes then the rest of the store is 95% female clothing.

imalonleyguytbh , Alexander Kovacs Report

Final score:

152points

DUN DUN 3 years ago

In my country we do have separate floors or separate rooms for men, women and kids sections

48points

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#17

You're expected to just deal with a lot of things that girls would get help with.

tastehbacon , Kelly Sikkema Report

Final score:

151points

Tobias Rieper 3 years ago

i agree like if your car breaks down and you call for roadside assistance lone women are given priority like as a guy were supposed to just wait and fend off attackers for hours

26points

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#18

Everything in your life is a competition. Every. F***ing. Thing.

smarmageddon , Randy Fath Report

Final score:

143points

Andy Acceber 3 years ago

You need new friends, man.

84points

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#19

Being called weak if I show any emotion.

ExoticStories , Ali Jouyandeh Report

Final score:

131points

Caro Caro 3 years ago

That's not weak, that's what makes you a human being.

65points

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#20

All the societal pressure that on you to initiate, fix, pay, provide etc.

Neptune-Jr , rupixen.com Report

Final score:

125points

Brendan Roberts 3 years ago

Yeah, I hate that men's success is measured by their wealth. Fortunately, my wife and I work the same number of hours, and she actually earns more than me.

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#21

Being judged almost exclusively on one's financial stability, in an economy that makes financial stability very difficult to achieve.

green_meklar , Emil Kalibradov Report

Final score:

123points

Brendan Roberts 3 years ago

I earn enough to pay the bills and look after my kids, with a little left over to add to our savings pot. This should feel like enough, but it doesn't. I feel like I should own a chalet in the Swiss Alps in order to be considered financially successful.

25points

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#22

The male stereotypes. Sometimes a guy needs to cry and just let stuff out. Or being strong and doing physical work isn't his thing.

BlacktheMew , David Billings Report

Final score:

122points

Vorknkx 3 years ago

Indeed. I am not very strong and can't lift heavy stuff. It's a fact of life, and I can't just snap my fingers and suddenly become the Hulk.

10points

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#23

Always being expected to make the first move towards the woman.

dailydonuts16 , Benjamin Ashton Report

Final score:

118points

Tobias Rieper 3 years ago

for once i would like a woman that likes me to do that myself personally i am scared to make the first move in case i have mis read the signs like i think they are in to me but are just being friendly

40points

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#24

Living in fear of being labeled as a "creep" or "pervert" for trying to talk to a girl

Al-cicada Report

Final score:

116points

Anton Kider 3 years ago

Or even playing with toddlers !!

53points

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#25

Used to be getting random b*ners at inappropriate times. Now, it's not being able to get a b*ner at appropriate times.

NastyLittleBagginses Report

Final score:

110points

Brendan Roberts 3 years ago

We can all relate to this one. If only we had control of our penises!

40points

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#26

Having to feel I have to stay quiet about the way I feel about my body

Michael_Scarn427 , Siora Photography Report

Final score:

108points

Viviane 3 years ago

It can be a relief for some women to know that men worry about looks, too. My husband occasionally wishes he looked more muscular. Losing hair is another issue.

23points

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#27

Being the person to go check out the noise that just happened in a creepy place, to promptly be brutally murdered by some evil demon spirit

GiveMeYerBelt , Pawel Czerwinski Report

Final score:

107points

Mazer 3 years ago

I used to work as a security guard supervisor. I had many many men tell me they needed a different job site because the one they were at (usually a new development site) was freaking them out. I never ever berated them, I would talk it out, see how impacted they were and would often pull them off the site for another less creepy site. It’s okay to feel fear, it’s okay to not want to be afraid, it’s okay to feel fear and challenge it and it’s okay to feel fear and invest in a dog to have your back

9points

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#28

Probably the fact that we're expected to have the courage to approach women at bars or wherever else, which wouldn't be so intimidating if the perception of said flirting didn't depend entirely on how attractive they happen to find us. We're told "the worst thing she can do is say no" but it feels pretty s**tty when she and her friends straight up laugh as you walk away, or even worse, to your face. As someone fairly middle of the road in terms of looks, it's like "Oh boy, am I gonna have a fun conversation or are she and her friends gonna laugh at me, let's roll those dice!!!" Most of the women I talk to who decide they're not interested are polite about it and I appreciate those people, but some are just mean, and most of us guys aren't quite as emotionless as we're supposed to be. That stuff is a big feels bad.

GiacchinoFrost , Alex Voulgaris Report

Final score:

107points

Tobias Rieper 3 years ago

also approaching a woman and being seen as a creep because they don't find you attractive

41points

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#29

Baldness. Some can make it work for them, but most can't.

sd_glokta , Shivam Dewan Report

Final score:

101points

Ian Bartels 3 years ago

I started shaving my head a few years ago. Best decision ever.

47points

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#30

Trying to shave those damn hairs on your Adam’s apple without slicing your throat open

L4chie , Supply Report

Final score:

98points

KJ 3 years ago

That's really not a hard thing to get around unless your shaving with a katana.

20points

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#31

People saying that men alone with their kids are "babysitting"

Jay_Diddly , EIELEI Report

Final score:

31points

C W 3 years ago

We have a toddler and she is the biggest daddy's girl. My husband takes her everywhere alone and as far as he's told me only gets people saying it's very cute. We've lived all over the US and are currently in Texas, and honestly here because people seem to be a lot friendlier and more outgoing than other states he always comes home and says they get lots of smiles. He's never had someone ask if he's babysitting or act like it's abnornal

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#32

Never being approached by women. I'm sure it also has to do alot with looks but I can't really change that and multiple back to back rejections make you less interested in trying to initiate, you just feel like a bother at a certain point.

Jwallthemonster Report

Final score:

25points

GoodWolf 3 years ago

Initiating is a problem. Some men don't seem to understand that approaching and talking doesn't automatically mean I want to f*** them right then and there.

7points

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#33

Society's view of what's masculine when you're a straight small male that doesn't try to be super masculine.

[deleted] , Roman Holoschchuk Report

Final score:

25points

Mazer 3 years ago

My favorite men in my life all have non macho energy, they are beautiful caring, emotionally expressive gentle guys and it’s why I love them. They are all my long time friends, all are married with kids.

1point

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#34

People instantly assuming you’re a pedophile when you try to talk to younger girls. Like can’t I just be nice. Girls aren’t judged when they talk to younger guys.

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24points

C W 3 years ago

This one is tough. As someone who was a younger girl, a LOT of the older men who would talk to me would start nice, then quickly become a creep as I dropped my guard (talking about my body, asking if my chest was real, creeeepy). This was the majority, I'd actually feel a little surprised if someone was just being nice. I think the bad eggs ruin it for the nice men, this one is really sad. I was a nurse though and it does happen to men too, soo many older women would hit on our male nurses or try to touch them. I would shut that s**t down so fast. Creepy old lady.

20points

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#35

I'm in Iran and in Iran, men must perform a 2 years Forced military service after age 18 in a really bad situation and if you don't you can't travel to another country! as a male it's really annoying for me because I don't want to waste 2 years of my life.

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Final score:

24points

Samantha Lomb 3 years ago

Yeah my Russian students try to hide from the army too ( one year forced service) by getting fake letters about fitness issues or staying enrolled in uni till they are 27. I think its a crap system. No one likes it and they can't learn enough to be really effective fighters

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#36

I hate shaving my face so often.

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21points

olek olok 3 years ago

i wish i could grow a beard in the first place....

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#37

Assuming everything doesn't mean anything to me. Like I love my friends and girlfriend, I like my stuff, people don't seem to get that

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Final score:

21points

An Co 3 years ago

This is a subtle one. When you move in, they expect you to throw out the old stuff. That is the stuff you love. The chair you bought in college. The ugly clothing you wore the first time you got a Yes from a girl. Etc. etc.

3points

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#38

People assuming youre gay for liking certain things like;

"girly" drinks

listening to Lady Gaga/One direction/madonna (for example)

not liking sports

hanging out with girls

being dramatic Like, its just weird. This doesnt stop me from doing this, but the fact that guys are made to feel ashamed for these things is horrible. (Nothing wrong with being gay, its just not that fun when youre actually NOT gay.)

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Natasha 3 years ago

Ugh the gender norms again . No matter what, at the end of the day, we're all still humans right?

12points

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#39

Other guys being completely disgusting in public restrooms, there's f***ing puddles in front of the urinal, hair on the bottom of the urinal, toilet paper strewn across the place, and they don't flush sometimes even when #2. Gross.

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Final score:

20points

x y 3 years ago

I once used a men's bathroom out of sheer necessity at a gas station. As soon as I walked in I was in complete shock at how messy it was, how strong it smelled, and the floor was sticky.

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#40

Nobody really cares about your well-being except your mom.

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20points

allan dorfling 3 years ago

And when you show her affection your are a mommies boy... Luckily I don't mind being one...

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#41

Men’s swimming suits. . The mesh on the inside rubs and chafes your upper thighs. The only solution is to either wear speedos (gross) or underwear under my shorts while swimming.

bedfordguyinbedford , Zachary Shea Report

Final score:

18points

Andy Acceber 3 years ago

Look for different suits. Mine has no mesh inside.

11points

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#42

Being told that you are privileged by people with more money and privilege than you.

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Final score:

18points

WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago

Not a specific "men only" thing. Entitled idiots don't care about gender when it comes to making stupid comments.

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#43

Everyone expects me to lift and carry the heavy s**t.

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18points

$copper-fractions avatar$

Tiny Dynamine 3 years ago

This is the only area where in general men are of an advantage to women: physical strength. That's just how it is.

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#44

Most girls expecting you to pay for everything all the time.

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18points

Sowieso 3 years ago

Is this really a most girls situation? Just actually interested...

6points

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#45

The way pee sprays in unpredictable directions sometimes

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16points

Ba Loeloe 3 years ago

Sometimes it's unavoidable to 'spill' some on the rim of the toilet. Clean afterwards, ofcourse. It takes boys a lot of practise to pee in the middle. And yes some men never learn.

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#46

Tough guys always looking for a fight.

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16points

Viviane 3 years ago (edited)

"Why should I hire you?" "I can beat up any guy in the joint!" "Most of the ones here are already dead and you might want to refrain from fisticuffs at their funerals."

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#47

I'm less likely to be offered help.

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Final score:

16points

Brendan Roberts 3 years ago

Probably a bit of a drastic solution, but bring a baby/toddler out with you. Whenever I take my kid out in the stroller, I get help from everyone. People open doors for me, help carry bags, and are more patient with me e.g. when trying to pack groceries in a supermarket.

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#48

I do not really like much of anything about it. Male parts kind of get in the way a lot, and I am always worried that they stand out, because if they do then others will find me creepy. Also I sweat a lot! And it is smelly and I do not like that. Perhaps it is strange, but I kind of really wish that I could smell nice! And... I do kind of want to try to wear a dress, but I feel like that would attract negative attention. I feel like everything I want to do is the exact opposite of what would be masculine and I hate it

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15points

Penelope 3 years ago

*hug*. Find ways to be you. Talk to a therapist if you can. You may have a bit of body dysmorphia going on, I think.

12points

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#49

We are expected to be sex experts. I had sex only once, don't expect too much from me.

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15points

Mazer 3 years ago

Sounds reasonable to me.

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#50

It feels wrong to cry. I just finished season 3 of stranger things and cried. It was a good but sad moment.

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14points

Spikey boi 3 years ago

A real man is someone who's not afraid to show their emotions and let it all out.

4points

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#51

Feeling pressured to earn a high salary.

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Final score:

14points

#52

Not being able to hide flaws as well as women can.

Final score:

14points

Monday 3 years ago (edited)

Embrace the makeup, it is a band-aid for the self-esteem. The makeup does not care about gender, it conceals all.

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#53

Expectations of the society, Which will inevitably and conveniently vary based on the circumstances, and more often than not, once fulfilled, you'd still be largely uncredited for, since that's what Men/guys are "supposed" to do.

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13points

#54

Having to make the first move.

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13points

Grant Barke 3 years ago

This is an evolutionary thing that goes back to the time when Grug hit his preferred mate over the head with his f**k stick and dragged her back to his cave to do the dirty with her.

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#55

The automatic assumption that we should be the ones responsible for handling the vast majority of physically demanding, or otherwise difficult or unpleasant tasks in virtually any scenario involving both men and women.

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12points

Peter Hughes 3 years ago

Empty the bins...

0points

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#56

Peeing, then shaking it, even dabbing the tip with a square of tissue...but still dribbling a little piss in my drawers. Also, ass hair.

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11points

Heather Menard 3 years ago

I understand but women have it a lot worse in leaking problems

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#57

When you are single you are supposed to be the aggressive but not too aggressive....and that amount varies according to the girl. Some women prefer to be the initiator but that's rare.

Final score:

11points

An Co 3 years ago (edited)

Totally true. Get turned down for being aggressive than told you are not assertive enough by the next gal.and absolutely NOBODY willing to give detailed critics so you can actually learn.

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#58

Singleness. Wanting something that's out of my reach(companionship). Life would be so much easier if I simply did not want a girlfriend. It's not like women are to blame. I don't resent anyone other than myself for it. But I hate that I want something that is out of my ability to control. It's inconvenient and causes a lot of suffering.

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10points

Elin Noller 3 years ago

This is true for most regardless of gender.

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#59

Hearing girls complain all the time how hard it is being a girl. Because obviously boys have everything perfect, and because every problem that only women can fix.

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Final score:

9points

Lauren Caswell 3 years ago

Both genders suffer toxic s**t, but it's not talked about equally. This is your guys thread and your turn to be heard ❤

18points

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#60

I have far more body hair than I ever wanted.

Final score:

8points

Madzdad the bard 3 years ago

Mine just keeps moving south. In another few years I will be bald, but have feet like a hobbit!

6points

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#61

Nothing is really annoying, but whoever designed boxers I straight up want to fight them for making such an uncomfortable product

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Final score:

7points

Michael Fernandez 3 years ago

Boxer briefs. Comfortable, and they create a flattering optical illusion.

9points

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Storytelling, journalism, and art are a core part of who I am. I've been writing and drawing ever since I could walk—there is nothing else I'd rather do. My formal education, however, is focused on politics, philosophy, and economics because I've always been curious about the gap between the ideal and the real. At work, I'm a Senior Writer and I cover a broad range of topics that I'm passionate about: from psychology and changes in work culture to healthy living, relationships, and design. In my spare time, I'm an avid hiker and reader, enjoy writing short stories, and love to doodle. I thrive when I'm outdoors, going on small adventures in nature. However, you can also find me enjoying a big mug of coffee with a good book (or ten) and entertaining friends with fantasy tabletop games and sci-fi movies.

Storytelling, journalism, and art are a core part of who I am. I've been writing and drawing ever since I could walk—there is nothing else I'd rather do. My formal education, however, is focused on politics, philosophy, and economics because I've always been curious about the gap between the ideal and the real. At work, I'm a Senior Writer and I cover a broad range of topics that I'm passionate about: from psychology and changes in work culture to healthy living, relationships, and design. In my spare time, I'm an avid hiker and reader, enjoy writing short stories, and love to doodle. I thrive when I'm outdoors, going on small adventures in nature. However, you can also find me enjoying a big mug of coffee with a good book (or ten) and entertaining friends with fantasy tabletop games and sci-fi movies.

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Ozacoter 3 years ago

And this is why feminism is so important for everyone. Most men that I met complain about this issues but they are not aware that they come from sexism and that the solution is feminism, not misoginy. Men, we believe you and want to help you but you need to step up! I know that there are many feminist men but sadly they are still in the minority.

47points

Ozacoter 3 years ago

Its also important to notice that most of this issues are about peopel judging you, not legal or physical limitations. Everyone needs to learn to be themselves and not give in the stupid and harmful gender roles. Is society that has the problem and needs to change, not you. There is not a proper way to be a man. You are a man if you cry. You are a man with long hair. You are a man if you like flowers. You are a man if your girlfriend earns more than you...

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GaeFrog 3 years ago

Yes good point. One example is that if men don't want to be judged when taking their kid out alone without the mom, people need to stop assuming the mom takes care of everything while the man just sits around and isn't involved in his kid's lives

2points

J. F. 3 years ago (edited)

Would help if feminism wouldn't be displayed by misandry in the overall media, the marketing for it drives people away instead of getting them on board

2points

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Scarlett 3 years ago

Can we normalize being like Tolkien’s men? They were brave, kind, and loyal. They cried and showed emotion. They were never disrespectful to women or each other.

29points

Ozacoter 3 years ago

Right? The books are quite sexist when it comes to women (but its a product of the time so its understandable). But it showed an amazing example of positive masculinity for men and boys.

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Droopsnoot 3 years ago

There were barely any strong women in there, though... So maybe Tolkien

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Deena Salzman 3 years ago

This is another reason why we all need to work together to dismantle gender norms. They hurt everyone.

26points

Lisa Brown 10 months ago

Gender norms are exactly that, normal. Nothing wrong with normal, last I new it was normal.

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Ozacoter 3 years ago

And this is why feminism is so important for everyone. Most men that I met complain about this issues but they are not aware that they come from sexism and that the solution is feminism, not misoginy. Men, we believe you and want to help you but you need to step up! I know that there are many feminist men but sadly they are still in the minority.

47points

Ozacoter 3 years ago

Its also important to notice that most of this issues are about peopel judging you, not legal or physical limitations. Everyone needs to learn to be themselves and not give in the stupid and harmful gender roles. Is society that has the problem and needs to change, not you. There is not a proper way to be a man. You are a man if you cry. You are a man with long hair. You are a man if you like flowers. You are a man if your girlfriend earns more than you...

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GaeFrog 3 years ago

Yes good point. One example is that if men don't want to be judged when taking their kid out alone without the mom, people need to stop assuming the mom takes care of everything while the man just sits around and isn't involved in his kid's lives

2points

J. F. 3 years ago (edited)

Would help if feminism wouldn't be displayed by misandry in the overall media, the marketing for it drives people away instead of getting them on board

2points

Vincent Philippart 3 years ago

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Scarlett 3 years ago

Can we normalize being like Tolkien’s men? They were brave, kind, and loyal. They cried and showed emotion. They were never disrespectful to women or each other.

29points

Ozacoter 3 years ago

Right? The books are quite sexist when it comes to women (but its a product of the time so its understandable). But it showed an amazing example of positive masculinity for men and boys.

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Droopsnoot 3 years ago

There were barely any strong women in there, though... So maybe Tolkien

1point

zrwhol cue 3 years ago

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Deena Salzman 3 years ago

This is another reason why we all need to work together to dismantle gender norms. They hurt everyone.

26points

Lisa Brown 10 months ago

Gender norms are exactly that, normal. Nothing wrong with normal, last I new it was normal.

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