Masculinity

"Strong" "Manly" "Tough" "Powerful" are all words that our society has taught us to believe should describe males, but is that really what being a man is all about? No. Being a real man isn't all about masculinity and strength, but that is what as children, we are taught. From media to toys to music, boys feel like they always need to be powerful and in charge, but those beliefs that our society forms can lead to violence. We read an article about school shootings, which stated that most of the shooters are average, white boys that are seeking revenge but are too "scrawny" or "geeky" to defend themselves, so they take it to the extreme in order to prove to everyone that they are just as powerful and strong as their bullies. Really, being a man is just about being thoughtful and respectful.