Do men need toughening up, or are we tough enough already?
We’ve talked about why men need to be sensitive, but why is it important for men to be tough, as well?
Who inspires you with his strength and endurance? His unwavering moral courage?
Are men less tough than they used to be? Why do you think that is?
What kind of toughness should we be developing in boys today, to face the challenges of the future?
The Good Life wants your stories of male toughness. Make your submission to Justin Cascio, Senior Editor, at justin@goodmenproject.com. Questions? Pitches? Email Justin. The deadline for this call is Saturday, March 9.
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Update: The series on Male Toughness has run on The Good Life. Want to contribute to the conversation? Email your pitch to Justin Cascio at justin@goodmenproject.com. (Edited 5/15/13)
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Great topic Justin. Hope you get a ton of response.
I’ve had it up to here (hand just above the eyebrows) with Yoga pants stories…
Not so far, I’m afraid. Sometimes the “good topics” get comments, not posts.
Down here in the antipodes “toughen the fuck up” is every day parlance to every one.
This was recognised by an Australian mental health organisation using a similar phrase to promote good emotional and mental health :”Soften the fuck up”.
I thought it excellent. We need to open our selves more to one another, not build tough defences