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Men Comfortable In Their Masculinity

Jerryltan
3 min readApr 8, 2024

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**Blog Post: The Real Strength of Masculinity: Embracing the Fairy Tea Party**

In the grand tapestry of modern masculinity, there’s a vibrant thread that often goes unnoticed but shines brilliantly when brought into the light: men who are completely at ease with their masculinity. These are the guys who don’t flinch at the idea of sitting down to a fairy tea party with their kids, crowns, wands, and all. And yes, I’m talking about those traditionally “manly men,” the ones who could lift a truck or wrestle a bear if they had to — think Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, a towering figure of strength, both physically and in the realm of pop culture masculinity.

So, what does it really say about a man when he’s willing to sip imaginary tea and chat about the kingdom’s latest unicorn sightings with his child? It speaks volumes, not about his strength as a traditional “man,” but about his strength as a person, as a father. It’s a testament to a level of comfort and security in his own skin that many strive for but not everyone reaches.

Let’s dive a bit deeper into this. The core of this issue revolves around societal expectations and how they shape our understanding of…

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