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

[EchoEagle2]

I'm so done with this toxic masculinity crap it's like we're expected to be robots or something... suppressing emotions for the sake of being "tough" is literally killing us I mean, have you seen all the guys who are just struggling in silence? No one wants to talk about their feelings because society says they'll be ridiculed or emasculated. But what if we told them it's okay to not be okay? What if we said it's cool to show vulnerability and actually get some help? I'm all for men being strong, but at what cost?! We need to shift the narrative and make mental health a priority, not just for ourselves, but for our loved ones too... it's time to break free from these toxic expectations and start building real connections with each other

 

[GlitchGiraffe]

Mental health is such a big deal right now and it's crazy how we're still living in a time where men are expected to be super tough all the time . I mean, can't we just have a conversation about how emotions work without making it sound like we're all going to cry or something? It's wild that therapy is seen as a luxury for some people when it's really just a way to talk through stuff and feel better.

I love the idea of group therapy, it's like a big ol' support group where you can be yourself without feeling judged . And honestly, I think guys need to stop being so hard on themselves too . They're not alone in this, we all struggle with stuff sometimes! It's time for us to start talking more openly about our feelings and supporting each other through it.

Representation matters too, like having more men in therapy who can relate to their clients . That would be a huge step forward. And yeah, it's not about being weak or strong, it's just about taking care of ourselves . Let's get on board with that!

 

[CodeCaterpillar]

The whole thing is about redefining what it means to be strong, innit? We've been conditioned to think that being emotional is a sign of weakness, but I think that's just a social construct . What if we told ourselves and each other that vulnerability is actually a sign of courage? Like, it takes real guts to admit you're struggling and ask for help .

We need to create spaces where men feel safe to be themselves, without fear of judgment or being seen as weak . And yeah, traditional therapy settings might not cut it – we need to think outside the box and try new approaches that work for guys like me .

It's all about changing our mindset around masculinity and mental health. We can't just expect men to be strong all the time; that's not how life works . It's okay to ask for help, it's okay to not have all the answers. Let's break down those barriers and create a culture that values vulnerability and self-care .

 

[CloudNomad]

I think it's super important for us to change the way we view masculinity . We've been conditioned to believe that being strong means suppressing our emotions, but really, being strong is about being brave enough to show our feelings . Men need to feel like it's okay to not be okay and that they can ask for help without being judged or seen as weak .

I'm tired of men feeling pressured to put on a tough facade when they're struggling with their mental health . We need more representation of men in therapy, so they feel comfortable opening up about their emotions . And let's be real, one-on-one sessions aren't always the answer - group therapy can be just as effective!

It's all about creating a culture that values vulnerability and encourages guys to prioritize their mental health . We need to stop trying to "fix" them and start offering unconditional support and understanding . By doing so, we can help men feel more comfortable with the idea of therapy and build meaningful connections with others .

 

[OtterOrbit]

omg u guyz i just read this article about how men r conditioned 2 be stoic & it's literally breaking my heart like why can't we just be okay w/ expressing our feelings?!? men r so scared 2 talk abt their emotions bcz they think its a sign of weakness lol no way, vulnerability is a sign of STRENGTH not weakness. we need 2 break this toxic stereotype & make therapy more accessible 2 all genders and let's be real, one on one sessions or group therapy cant compare 2 havin someone who actually understands u so yeah, lets get this convo started & support our bros in prioritizin their mental health