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NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Hairy chests are making a comeback & shaved gays feel attacked - Queerty

The LGBTQ+ community's relationship with body hair has evolved from hyper-masculine aesthetics to embracing natural hairiness in recent years.
LGBT
fromQueerty
15 hours ago

Gay men reveal the things they've vowed never to do again - Queerty

Many gay men shared personal commitments to avoid certain actions or decisions, reflecting on past experiences and lessons learned.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

A gay makeup artist humorously highlights a far-right troll's mistake in using his image to promote conventional masculinity, unaware of his true identity.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Hairy chests are making a comeback & shaved gays feel attacked - Queerty

The LGBTQ+ community's relationship with body hair has evolved from hyper-masculine aesthetics to embracing natural hairiness in recent years.
LGBT
fromQueerty
15 hours ago

Gay men reveal the things they've vowed never to do again - Queerty

Many gay men shared personal commitments to avoid certain actions or decisions, reflecting on past experiences and lessons learned.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

A gay makeup artist humorously highlights a far-right troll's mistake in using his image to promote conventional masculinity, unaware of his true identity.
#tradwife
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
11 hours ago

Study Finds Men Who Want #TradWives Also Have High Levels Of "Hostile Sexism"

The #tradwife movement is supported by men with hostile sexism, who view women negatively and expect traditional homemaking roles.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
1 day ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
11 hours ago

Study Finds Men Who Want #TradWives Also Have High Levels Of "Hostile Sexism"

The #tradwife movement is supported by men with hostile sexism, who view women negatively and expect traditional homemaking roles.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
1 day ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
Medicine
fromEsquire
1 day ago

The Lost Art of Going Bald

Men increasingly seek hair restoration solutions to combat hair loss and enhance attractiveness, with the market projected to reach $19 billion by 2033.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Tough it out' was the only emotional instruction a whole generation of men ever received - and now they're sitting in retirement wondering why their body aches and nobody calls - Silicon Canals

Retirement brings a realization of emotional neglect and the need for deeper connections among men.
Education
fromNature
4 days ago

Are boys really in crisis? What the science says in the age of the manosphere

Boys aged 12-16 express frustrations about masculinity, emotional support, and the lack of real-world spaces post-COVID-19.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The manosphere is dead and no one cares about Andrew Tate any more': the poet taking on toxic masculinity

Sam Browne uses performance poetry to address mental health and masculinity, aiming to change perceptions and support men in their struggles.
fromIndependent
3 days ago

How we ALL bought into looksmaxxing: There's nothing new about the extreme pursuit of physical perfection - just ask the contestants of The Swan

The stars were unhappy with their photos from the Vanity Fair Oscar party, it was reported after the event. The problem was the harsh lighting, the problem was the grey carpet and the grey-to-mouse coloured backdrop, the problem was the heat that broke many of the stars out in a sweat.
Television
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

It's One of the Most Infuriating Moves a Potential Romantic Interest Can Pull. I Talked to One Man About Why He Does It.

Modern dating often involves miscommunication and lack of follow-through, leading to frustration and confusion.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

My Husband Is Forbidding Our Son From a Teen Rite of Passage. His Reasoning Is Very Strange.

Parents should allow their children to explore personal expression through hairstyles, especially during teenage years, while navigating cultural considerations.
#masculinity
fromQueerty
18 hours ago
LGBT

Limp d*cks, "leak outs" & rage letters to dad: Inside the alpha male boot camp to "unf*ck" straight men - Queerty

Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

There is a specific kind of masculinity that comes not from dominance but from integrity, calmness, and emotional steadiness - they make others feel safe - Silicon Canals

True strength in masculinity is calm, steady, and emotionally safe, contrasting with loud, dominant behaviors often mistaken for confidence.
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago
Mental health

Psychology says men raised in the 1960s and 70s weren't just taught to be strong - they were taught that strength meant carrying everything alone, and that single belief created a generation who confused endurance with emotional health - Silicon Canals

Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Does It Mean to Be a Man?

Perfectionistic, idealized cultural standards lead boys to adopt rigid, all-or-nothing notions of masculinity, causing distress and limiting self-acceptance.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Men Resist Therapy: Challenging Male Mythology

Rigid masculinity myths discourage men from seeking therapy, increasing untreated mental health problems; compassionate peer communities and lived-experience support can encourage help-seeking.
LGBT
fromQueerty
18 hours ago

Limp d*cks, "leak outs" & rage letters to dad: Inside the alpha male boot camp to "unf*ck" straight men - Queerty

Young straight men are struggling with dating, jobs, and education, often turning to misleading programs promising to enhance their masculinity.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

There is a specific kind of masculinity that comes not from dominance but from integrity, calmness, and emotional steadiness - they make others feel safe - Silicon Canals

True strength in masculinity is calm, steady, and emotionally safe, contrasting with loud, dominant behaviors often mistaken for confidence.
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago

The Camps Promising to Turn You-or Your Son-Into an Alpha Male

Nick Adams promotes a vision of masculinity that appeals to young men, emphasizing traditional male roles and rejecting notions of toxic masculinity.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

Psychology says men raised in the 1960s and 70s weren't just taught to be strong - they were taught that strength meant carrying everything alone, and that single belief created a generation who confused endurance with emotional health - Silicon Canals

Men of previous generations were taught to handle stress alone, leading to emotional suppression and difficulties in expressing feelings.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
23 hours ago

The cosmetic surgery industry is mainly built for women. So why is it run by men?

Leadership in the aesthetics industry is predominantly male, despite women being the primary consumers and decision-makers.
#manosphere
Relationships
fromHuffPost
3 days ago

How To Tell If Your Standards Are, In Fact, Too High

Having standards in dating is important, but excessively high standards can hinder meeting compatible partners.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago

Therapists Are Sharing What's Actually Going On With The Male Loneliness Epidemic

Addressing male loneliness requires understanding the complexities of emotional pain and the impact of harmful online communities.
Social media marketing
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Manosphere Has Started Ranking Its Top Chads. This Is-Stay With Me Here-Actually a Huge Improvement.

America is experiencing a cultural phenomenon centered around 'Chad' influencers promoting extreme measures for enhancing male attractiveness.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Why Some Men Struggle to Keep Up With Friendships

Men are increasingly struggling to maintain friendships, with many feeling lonely and disconnected.
fromQueerty
1 day ago

"There's no way I could ever forget the fake boobs": Bryon Noem's alleged femdom speaks out - Queerty

Lydia Love stated, 'He wanted to be the star of the show and really show off. I would hype him up.' This highlights Noem's desire for attention and validation during their interactions.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

How Ozempic is impacting gay men's body image-and ability to bottom

Ozempic, a.k.a. semaglutide, is the most well-known medication in a class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists, which mimic the GLP-1 hormone that regulates blood sugar and appetite.
Wellness
#aging
Mindfulness
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

Older Men Reveal The Benefits Of Age That Completely Changed How They Felt About Getting Older

Aging can bring unexpected benefits such as emotional maturity, wisdom, and the ability to impart knowledge to younger generations.
Mindfulness
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

Older Men Reveal The Benefits Of Age That Completely Changed How They Felt About Getting Older

Aging can bring unexpected benefits such as emotional maturity, wisdom, and the ability to impart knowledge to younger generations.
Independent films
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Lorraine Courtney: Young men are turning to the 'manosphere' because masculinity has been unfairly scrutinised and criticised - they just want to belong

Society condemns girls extensively but applies different standards to boys, raising questions about gendered accountability and media scrutiny of young men.
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
3 days ago

Why Wanting a Pilates Woman May Be a Bad Thing

Pilates popularity has surged, influencing men's preferences for women who practice it, linked to the manosphere's misogynistic ideals.
Humor
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

What's the best way to politely turn someone down who tries to chat you up in a bar? - Queerty

Gay bars remain an alternative to dating apps for meeting people, but require social skills to politely decline unwanted advances in person.
#male-attractiveness
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Show us your dome! Hot, balding, confident men are bringing sexy back | Rebecca Shaw

Baldness should not diminish male attractiveness; society should embrace balding men as sexy, as exemplified by 75-year-old Ed Harris at the Oscars.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Show us your dome! Hot, balding, confident men are bringing sexy back | Rebecca Shaw

Baldness should not diminish male attractiveness; society should embrace balding men as sexy, as exemplified by 75-year-old Ed Harris at the Oscars.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Husband Never Brought Up My "Different" Appearance Down There. I'm Not Sure New Men Will Be So Forgiving.

Natural variation in vulvas means most partners won't notice differences, and open communication can help ease anxiety about past surgeries.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Heels, skirts & girlfriends: The rise of the straight femboy explained - Queerty

Femboys represent a diverse identity within the LGBTQ+ community, distinct from feminine gay men and trans women, with varied gender identities and expressions.
#mens-mental-health
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Have a Rather Large, Uh, "Endowment." It Led Me Down a Rabbit Hole That Almost Ruined My Life.

Seeking external validation can lead to reckless behavior and a spiral of self-destructive choices.
#body-image
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Body Image Is Often About Belonging, Not Just How We Look

Body image concerns stem primarily from belonging and social acceptance rather than appearance alone, rooted in how bodies are culturally read and judged within broader social contexts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Mental health

Behind the rise of Clavicular and looksmaxxing' there are insecure young men who feel they don't measure up | Jason Okundaye

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Parenting

An 8-Year-Old Had a Meltdown Because Her Jeans Didn't Fit. Her Mom Responded in the Best Way

Bodies naturally change through growth, puberty, and perimenopause; different body shapes are normal and parents should reassure children about those changes.
fromQueerty
1 month ago
LGBT

I cringe every time I see my reflection. How do I stop comparing myself to someone I'm not? - Queerty

Comparing oneself to an imagined ideal fuels painful insecurity and withdrawal in gay spaces, rooted in internalized shame and cultural beauty standards.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Body Image Is Often About Belonging, Not Just How We Look

Body image concerns stem primarily from belonging and social acceptance rather than appearance alone, rooted in how bodies are culturally read and judged within broader social contexts.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Behind the rise of Clavicular and looksmaxxing' there are insecure young men who feel they don't measure up | Jason Okundaye

Online abuse affects mental health, leading to insecurities about appearance, especially for men and adolescents.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Parenting

An 8-Year-Old Had a Meltdown Because Her Jeans Didn't Fit. Her Mom Responded in the Best Way

fromQueerty
1 month ago
LGBT

I cringe every time I see my reflection. How do I stop comparing myself to someone I'm not? - Queerty

Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

What Was Clavicular?

Braden Peters, known as Clavicular, embodies the extreme self-improvement movement called looks-maxxing, gaining popularity among internet influencers and communities.
Women
fromEsquire
4 weeks ago

Whoa, Gen Z Guys, Are You Okay?

A global survey reveals 52% of respondents believe gender equality efforts have gone far enough, with support increasing 10% in seven years, particularly among Gen Z males who favor traditional gender roles.
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Surely if you rule the manosphere, you can be your own boss? These influencers aren't even that | Elle Hunt

Influencer careers promise freedom and wealth but often deliver banal, soul-destroying work that traps creators as effectively as traditional employment.
fromSilicon Canals
4 weeks ago

If a woman who always wore makeup suddenly stops - not on a bad day, not when she's ill, but permanently - most people assume she's let herself go. What's actually happening is almost always one of these 7 shifts, and the last one is the one her family should pay attention to. - Silicon Canals

According to Mary Duh, a Physician Assistant in Dermatology at Mayo Clinic Health System, 'Makeup can be infected with bacteria after only one use.' Every time we reapply that favorite lipstick or dip back into our foundation, we're potentially spreading bacteria all over our faces. By avoiding foundation and blush, the skin is allowed to return to its natural oil balance and hydration.
Health
SF LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Do So Many Gay Men Hate Their Bodies?

Gay men experience significantly higher eating disorder rates than heterosexual men due to internalized shame, minority stress, and exposure to narrow beauty standards within their community.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

'Inside the Manosphere' Reveals the Turmoil of Self-Esteem

Albert Ellis argued that self-esteem based on ranking is unstable and creates anxiety, advocating instead for unconditional self-acceptance as a path to emotional stability.
Fashion & style
fromEsquire
1 month ago

A Portrait of Today's Man And His Wardrobe

Pal Zileri's Spring-Summer 2026 collection reimagines men's fashion through interchangeable, deconstructed pieces that blur formal and informal boundaries, celebrating Italian Casual as modern everyday elegance.
Social media marketing
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

How 'looksmaxxing' self-improvement apps are marketing misogyny to young men

Incel ideology promoting genetic determinism in dating is spreading to teenagers through AI-powered looksmaxxing apps that monetize appearance insecurities and mainstream toxic masculinity.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

The Manconomy Has a Body Image Problem Nobody Is Naming

Eating disorders in men are increasing through fitness optimization and looksmaxxing culture, with warning signs disguised as discipline rather than recognized as disordered eating patterns.
#looksmaxxing
Health
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

What Is "Looksmaxxing"? The Dangerous Trend Affecting Teen Boys, Explained

Looksmaxxing, a trend originating from incel forums and popularized on TikTok, encourages teens to maximize physical attractiveness through extreme measures, raising health and psychological concerns among medical professionals.
Health
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

What Is "Looksmaxxing"? The Dangerous Trend Affecting Teen Boys, Explained

Looksmaxxing, a trend originating from incel forums and popularized on TikTok, encourages teens to maximize physical attractiveness through extreme measures, raising health and psychological concerns among medical professionals.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US man issues challenge to disprove his claim of having world's smallest penis to raise micropenis awareness

A North Carolina man claims to have the world's smallest penis at 0.38 inches and advocates for awareness about micropenis, a rare medical condition affecting 0.6% of people worldwide.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

There is no shame in being vain': the relentless rise of impossible male beauty standards

Male political and cultural figures increasingly perform militaristic authority through carefully curated facial presentation and appearance, while men's faces face unprecedented public scrutiny previously reserved for women.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

There's No Excuse for the Boorish Way My Boyfriend Likes to Have Sex. I'm Over It.

If your partner is causing you pain during sex and he is doing nothing to remedy it, he is unquestionably in the wrong. I completely support your decision to make your ass a no-entry zone for his jackhammer. But reading your letter, it struck me that you gloss over the part where he accuses you of not listening to him.
Relationships
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Jay Jurden's six-pack has a message for RFK Jr. & other fragile meat bros - Queerty

Instead of saying, 'Hey, make sure you have enough protein and enough fiber and enough vegetables, but also, you might need a little more protein if you're trying to work out, because you're undergoing muscular synthesis. Maybe you need a bit more protein if you're going through all of this micro-trauma when you work out.' Instead of saying that, instead of being specific and nuanced, he just goes, 'Flip this pyramid upside down! Eat more meat! Swim in raw sewage!'
LGBT
#gen-z-attitudes
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

Gen Z Men Want to Be "Obeyed" By Women

Gen Z men show more regressive attitudes toward gender equality than older generations, with over 30% believing women should obey husbands and 60% feeling burdened by supporting gender equality efforts.
Women in technology
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

New Global Study Shows One-Third Of Young Men Believe Wives Should Be Submissive

Gen Z men hold more traditionally conservative views on marriage and gender roles than older generations, with 31% believing wives should obey husbands and 33% believing husbands should have final decision-making authority.
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

Gen Z Men Want to Be "Obeyed" By Women

Gen Z men show more regressive attitudes toward gender equality than older generations, with over 30% believing women should obey husbands and 60% feeling burdened by supporting gender equality efforts.
Women in technology
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

New Global Study Shows One-Third Of Young Men Believe Wives Should Be Submissive

Gen Z men hold more traditionally conservative views on marriage and gender roles than older generations, with 31% believing wives should obey husbands and 33% believing husbands should have final decision-making authority.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

The Man I'm Seeing Swears He's Not Gay. I Have Some Questions.

A woman dating an effeminate man struggles with attraction differences and seeks advice on discussing his gender expression without offending him.
Psychology
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

Men Are More Likely To Exhibit This 1 Behavior When Other Men Are Creepy. The Reason Is Telling.

Men intervene less frequently than women in uncomfortable social situations due to masculine norms emphasizing dominance, fear of peer judgment, and confusion about acceptable behavior.
fromUnHerd
1 month ago

The teenage-boy proving ground

The teenaged boy was the victim of what local news sources called a "social-media challenge" or "TikTok stunt" gone awry. He'd been with a group of friends who were filming the exploit, and who fled the scene without calling for help for fear of getting arrested - though, naturally, they also immediately posted video of the accident to social media.
New York City
Women in technology
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

One in three Gen Z men want obedient women

Generation Z men hold the most traditional gender views of any age group, with 31% believing wives should always obey husbands, compared to 13% of Baby boomer men.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

7 things men in their 40s quietly stop tolerating that aren't about becoming bitter-they're about finally knowing the difference between what they owe people and what they've been giving away for free - Silicon Canals

Around age forty, people recognize the importance of setting boundaries by distinguishing genuine obligations from endless requests, learning to say no to protect their own priorities and survival.
Women in technology
fromHuffPost
3 weeks ago

Is This Type Of Man Worse Than Any Gold Digger? The Internet Seems To Think So

A 'labor digger' is a man who pursues ambitious women to benefit from their drive and labor, contrasting with gold diggers who seek established wealth.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

Grown-Ass Men Reveal The Moment They Knew They Were A 'Manchild'

A father's failure to verify his son's event schedule resulted in missing the competition, revealing a pattern of delegating parental responsibilities and prioritizing being liked over being a responsible adult.
Public health
fromEurasia Review
1 month ago

'Masculinity Crisis': Influencers On Social Media Promote Low Testosterone To Young Men

Influencer content on Instagram and TikTok normalizes unnecessary testosterone testing and therapy for healthy young men by promoting unproven benefits and downplaying serious medical risks.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
2 months ago

Equinox Evolution of masculinity

With over two decades dedicated to ballet and contemporary dance, Marcelo translates a sharp awareness of space, body, and energy into a visual language that prioritises presence over posing. His work is a deep exploration of the transition of masculinity, a journey he has lived from the 1990s to the present day. By dissolving the traditional boundaries between toughness and elegance, Marcelo's lens creates a dialogue where opposites are no longer divided, but united.
Berlin
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Hammers to the face and amphetamines: hypermasculine looksmaxxing invades the internet

Two years ago, we were asking ourselves here at EL PAIS if the normal man would make a comeback meaning, whether we weren't seeing the return to glory of the guy lacking in chiseled abs, generous biceps and a square jaw, represented in today's cinema by Hovik Keuchkerian and Josh O'Connor and, classically, by legends like Humphrey Bogart and Marcello Mastroianni.
Social justice
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Not bowled over by male sports chat | Brief letters

Frustration with male sporting analogies; football-terrace chants mock nationality; calls for secular alternatives to blessings and exclamations; questions about reallocating extra exercise minutes.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Stereotypes Inform the Way Gay Men See Themselves

Single, sexualized narratives about gay men create confirmation bias that reinforces limiting beliefs, reduces self-worth, and perpetuates caricatured media representations.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Guy I Was Hooking Up With Said Something Very Weird About My Hair Down Under. I Can't Look at Him the Same.

A person's body hair grooming choices are valid; unsolicited critical comments from casual partners about appearance warrant reconsidering the relationship.
fromEurekAlert!
1 month ago

'Masculinity crisis': Influencers on social media promote low testosterone to young men, study finds

Young men are being encouraged to undergo testosterone testing and start hormone therapy through Instagram and TikTok content that promotes unproven health claims while downplaying medical risks, a new international study has found. The study was done at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health, and led by Emma Grundtvig Gram, a visiting PhD student from the University of Copenhagen.
Humor
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

The Boyosphere

Child development optimizes with twelve hours' sleep, intense playground play (jungle-gym, monkey-bar intervals, tag), raw cran-apple exposure, micro-meditation, and gritty persistence.
#toxic-masculinity
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Social justice

Share The Most Subtle (or Not-So-Subtle) Example Of Toxic Masculinity You've Ever Seen

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Social justice

Share The Most Subtle (or Not-So-Subtle) Example Of Toxic Masculinity You've Ever Seen

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham set an important trend. Will other men follow? | Polly Hudson

After attempting to make his mark as a footballer, photographer and chef, at last Brooklyn Peltz Beckham appears to have secured his legacy. He will no longer be remembered as simply the nepo-baby son of David and Victoria; he'll also go down in history as a somewhat unlikely/possibly accidental feminist activist. It was when Brooklyn married Nicola Peltz in 2022 that he became Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, an ally who turbo-boosted a quietly growing trend.
Miscellaneous
Parenting
fromBig Think
2 months ago

The real reason boys turn to extreme online role models

Real-life male role models are the most effective antidote to toxic online male influencers, and curiosity rather than punitive shock helps engage boys.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Manosphere' influencers pushing testosterone tests are convincing healthy young men there is something wrong with them, study finds

Influencers and wellness companies promote routine testosterone screening to young men, medicalising normal variations and driving profit without clear clinical benefit.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Testosterone: The Great Male Optimization Myth

Testosterone replacement therapy can benefit men with clinical hypogonadism but involves significant biological trade-offs, long-term commitments, and alternatives like lifestyle changes should be considered.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A moment that changed me: I shaved off my hair and immediately became an invisible woman

Postpartum exhaustion triggered radical simplification, including shaving the head to reclaim time, resist maternal idealisation, and regain personal autonomy.
Public health
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

America's Testosterone Levels Are Probably Fine

Testosterone levels in American men are declining, prompting government action, media alarm, and a growing market for therapies and supplements.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Why I Am Teaching My Young Sons That This 'Private' Bathroom Topic Is 'No Big Deal'

Motherhood often erases personal privacy, making even bathroom moments subject to constant caregiving and acceptance of uninterrupted neediness.
#sexuality
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Breast Size and Shape Do Men and Women Prefer?

Researchers have attempted to justify this belief with the concept of "reproductive readiness," the idea that evolution has shaped men to prefer women on the larger side because big breasts produce more milk, which contributes to infant survival and helps perpetuate humanity. But this argument has two serious flaws. Breasts of any size can successfully nurture infants. And studies have shown that men's breast-size preferences are surprisingly unpredictable.
Psychology
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

Mixed-Weight Couples Share The Most Toxic Things People Say To Them

When we first got together, people immediately assumed the reason we were a couple was because my husband had a fat fetish, which is extremely narrow-minded. We still get comments like: 'It must be hard knowing that someone is with you because of your size' or 'Is your husband a feeder?' or 'He wouldn't love you if you lost weight.'
Relationships
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I'm Some People's Ultimate Fantasy. So Why Do They Run for the Hills When They Meet Me?

Take initiative on dates by signaling sexual interest through innuendo or direct proposition instead of letting shyness block opportunities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

They're taught that showing feelings is shameful': eight reasons men don't go to therapy and why they should

Jake's marriage to Louise is in trouble, and she has insisted he come and see me. If not for Louise, you wouldn't be here, would you? I enquire tentatively. He looks sheepish at first; then emboldened, he gives an emphatic No. As is almost always the case, Jake's wife has registered a problem that has passed him by, and prompted his visit.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How Much Does Size Actually Matter to Women?

Many studies show that most women don't care much about the length or girth of men's penises, either flaccid or erect. But men don't believe it. Sex educators talk themselves hoarse about this, but many men still crave huge ones, and many opt for enlargement pills (all frauds) or for costly surgery that might leave them deformed. A recent study explored women's preferences for dildos, penis-mimicking sex toys.
Relationships
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