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By *uryWhip OP Man
over a year ago
Harringay |
Didnt know this but November 19th marks international mens day. Just read a thing that says men...
Constitute 66% of suicides
85% of homlessness
Are the victims of 70% of homicides
Victims of 40% domestic abuse
Are victims of most violent crime
Serve 64% longer prison sentences
92% of deaths in the work place |
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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago
Welsh Lass |
I commented on another thread about it but thought it was like steak and blow job day, and made a flippant remark. I feel a twat now after reading the OP on here.
As the mum of two sons the statistics are worrying.  |
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By *uryWhip OP Man
over a year ago
Harringay |
"I’d like to see the healthy debate about this that other topics receive, but I wonder if anyone actually cares? I shall watch this one with interest. "
I wondered that myself so thought it would make a good post. Think when it comes to sexes men arent really seen as vulnerable but we are |
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I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Didnt know this but November 19th marks international mens day. Just read a thing that says men...
Constitute 66% of suicides
85% of homlessness
Are the victims of 70% of homicides
Victims of 40% domestic abuse
Are victims of most violent crime
Serve 64% longer prison sentences
92% of deaths in the work place"
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Quite bad but we really need to remember we've never had it so good, well apart from the suicides which are record highs but even then mainly only effect white Western men, so not all bad. |
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By *reya73Woman
over a year ago
Whitley Bay |
"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all. "
Yes, toxic masculinity and the patriarchy are detrimental to both sexes in different ways.
Just lets have more compassion and respect between us! X |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all. "
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all.
Thats my fave phrase to my kids man up and real men show no weakness  "
I loves ya but I so don’t agree with you on that one |
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for
Yes, toxic masculinity and the patriarchy are detrimental to both sexes in different ways.
Just lets have more compassion and respect between us! X"
Hahahahahaha
So the patriarchy oppresses men and women equally? It isnt matriarchal standard the pushes men to extremes to their own detriment in terms of suppressing emotions and hyper competitive ness?
I think its pretty clear to most adults that the idea the uk is a patriarchal society is hogwash.
Mature debate only please? Not crappy sub-undergrad feminist bilge
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all.
Thats my fave phrase to my kids man up and real men show no weakness
I loves ya but I so don’t agree with you on that one "
How dare you disagree with me get back in that kitchen and dont come out till the washing is done wench |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all.
Thats my fave phrase to my kids man up and real men show no weakness
I loves ya but I so don’t agree with you on that one
How dare you disagree with me get back in that kitchen and dont come out till the washing is done wench "
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all.
Thats my fave phrase to my kids man up and real men show no weakness
I loves ya but I so don’t agree with you on that one "
I can never work out whether he's being deadly serious, or whether it's a parody account  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all.
Thats my fave phrase to my kids man up and real men show no weakness
I loves ya but I so don’t agree with you on that one "
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Phycology studies have shown that given the choice women choose manly men characteristics over non manly men characteristics 7 out of 10 times.
Bloody women!  |
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for
Yes, toxic masculinity and the patriarchy are detrimental to both sexes in different ways.
Just lets have more compassion and respect between us! X
Hahahahahaha
So the patriarchy oppresses men and women equally? It isnt matriarchal standard the pushes men to extremes to their own detriment in terms of suppressing emotions and hyper competitive ness?
I think its pretty clear to most adults that the idea the uk is a patriarchal society is hogwash.
Mature debate only please? Not crappy sub-undergrad feminist bilge
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Whose ruffled your feather's? No one said anything about if affecting one gender more than the other. Only that it affects the different genders in different ways, and that one isn't better/worse than the other. And that we should strive for equality for all.
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By *hilloutMan
over a year ago
All over the place! Northwesr, , Southwest |
"Didnt know this but November 19th marks international mens day. Just read a thing that says men...
Constitute 66% of suicides
85% of homlessness
Are the victims of 70% of homicides
Victims of 40% domestic abuse
Are victims of most violent crime
Serve 64% longer prison sentences
92% of deaths in the work place"
Be that as it may i'm a man and proud of it! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all.
Thats my fave phrase to my kids man up and real men show no weakness
I loves ya but I so don’t agree with you on that one
I can never work out whether he's being deadly serious, or whether it's a parody account "
on this im deadly serious im not on fab to kiss arse until my lollypop gets licked im all man take it or leave it and so far iv found most wanna take it but they cannot have my penis |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Very interesting statistics.
There's a real culture change with regards to the emotional needs of men of all ages. But sadly I think it's very difficult for men to take that first step for help, as it's what happens after that worries them, not the admission.
If you've ever performed or supervised roles that require mental focus and discipline in hostile environments, you'll know that the minute you admit you need help you're withdrawn and possibly isolated.
I hope each generation improves the welfare and happiness of its people. Seeing people endure those statistics proves life is hard without shoulders to lean on. |
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By *P_80Man
over a year ago
Waterford |
One thing that needs to be shown is that there are people who want to listen too. It's all good saying it's ok to not be ok, and that talking will help, but some people going through mental illness just don't want to burden others.
If any of you know someone going through a tough time please let them know that you want to listen. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all.
Thats my fave phrase to my kids man up and real men show no weakness
I loves ya but I so don’t agree with you on that one .
Phycology studies have shown that given the choice women choose manly men characteristics over non manly men characteristics 7 out of 10 times.
Bloody women! "
I like a very masculine man, indeed I do. But to me, being able to show your emotions or cry has nothing whatsoever to do with masculinity. No way would I ever think oh what a wuss he’s upset. This is gradually changing and I hope it continues to do so. The amount of men suffering from domestic abuse is terrible and I do hope men will carry on talking about it and coming forward as seems to be the case more these days. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I think it's important to highlight the inequalities males face. Toxic masculinity is a very serious issue. With phrases such as man up and don't be a such a girl etc. These phrases don't help either gender in my opinion. I personally think we should strive for equality for all.
Thats my fave phrase to my kids man up and real men show no weakness
I loves ya but I so don’t agree with you on that one .
Phycology studies have shown that given the choice women choose manly men characteristics over non manly men characteristics 7 out of 10 times.
Bloody women!
I like a very masculine man, indeed I do. But to me, being able to show your emotions or cry has nothing whatsoever to do with masculinity. No way would I ever think oh what a wuss he’s upset. This is gradually changing and I hope it continues to do so. The amount of men suffering from domestic abuse is terrible and I do hope men will carry on talking about it and coming forward as seems to be the case more these days. "
be brave men be brave |
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Bloody immigrants they get all the special days!!
((Note this was intended as a throwaway joke. All offence caused is at the readers own discretion, I reserve the right to delete this post in the next 5 minutes, no it is not casual racism, its poking fun at those that are racist, like schrodingers immigrant (simultaneously stealing your job whilst too lazy to work). Yes I have written a long disclaimer, I wish I hadn’t bothered it wasn’t worth it, I watched jumanji last night, I cried at the end) |
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By *uryWhip OP Man
over a year ago
Harringay |
I noticed comments about male toxicity. I've distanced myself from friends who were toxic. Ones mettle should never be tested by the amount they can drink while snorting a gram of blow and picking a fight with ugliest prick on the night bus home. When I quit drinking for health reasons I lost of lot friends who I realised weren't friends. Just people to get pissed with. Soon as I changed my lifestyle i got called a pussy and ostracised. I regret nothing. |
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"I noticed comments about male toxicity. I've distanced myself from friends who were toxic. Ones mettle should never be tested by the amount they can drink while snorting a gram of blow and picking a fight with ugliest prick on the night bus home. When I quit drinking for health reasons I lost of lot friends who I realised weren't friends. Just people to get pissed with. Soon as I changed my lifestyle i got called a pussy and ostracised. I regret nothing."
Good on you OP, those kind of things don't make men more manly in my eyes. Hope you have a better bunch of friends these days |
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"Didnt know this but November 19th marks international mens day. Just read a thing that says men...
Constitute 66% of suicides
85% of homlessness
Are the victims of 70% of homicides
Victims of 40% domestic abuse
Are victims of most violent crime
Serve 64% longer prison sentences
92% of deaths in the work place"
Ty _urywhip, I'd like to share that but need a source for the stats to check before I share. Do you have a site or a link?
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound |
I'm glad to a man posted this thread this year. 
The first year I was here I posted a thread for IMD and got a handful of responses. On IWD I got slated for posting a thread as it was considered to be anti-men to have IWD.
The theme is making a difference to for men and boys. Be positive role models.
Thank you, from me, to the men who are allies to women and girls - I appreciate it.
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By *r MoriartyMan
over a year ago
The Land that time forgot (Norfolk) |
"Didnt know this but November 19th marks international mens day. Just read a thing that says men...
Constitute 66% of suicides
85% of homlessness
Are the victims of 70% of homicides
Victims of 40% domestic abuse
Are victims of most violent crime
Serve 64% longer prison sentences
92% of deaths in the work place"
But we do have a Willy to play with. |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound |
"I’d like to see the healthy debate about this that other topics receive, but I wonder if anyone actually cares? I shall watch this one with interest.
I wondered that myself so thought it would make a good post. Think when it comes to sexes men arent really seen as vulnerable but we are "
Heteronormativity isn't only toxic for women it hurts men enormously.
One in 6 men will experience domestic abuse; a fair amount at the hands of another man.
It is strength to ask for help but we bring up boys to think crying is bad or worse, a girl thing, and that they have to be strong and self-sufficient.
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