Masculinity often finds itself under scrutiny. Traits traditionally associated with being masculine. Dominance, aggression, force, and assertiveness, are sometimes labeled as toxic or outdated, and when misapplied, they can be. Society has increasingly pushed for a softer, more subdued version of manhood, leaving many men questioning their natural instincts and behaviors. But here’s the truth: masculinity, in its authentic form, is not something to apologize for. It is a pow

Today, I found myself in a friendly and thought-provoking debate with a friend of mine. She’s a warm, kind-hearted, brilliant, and beautiful woman, and our conversation revolved around a topic that often sparks lively discussions: the differences in how men and women are valued in society, particularly in the context of relationships. She argued that women are more accepting of men with "dad bods" and that women don’t inherently have value just for existing. My counterpoint?