‘Nutric Masculinity’: The Key To Dismantling Misogyny?

It isn’t enough to just “unlearn” toxic masculinity

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Men are awesome. We can be dynamic, bold, fraternal, outspoken, thoughtful, funny, agile, heartfelt, generous, diligent, and affable.

“Not all men,” of course — I’m referring to those of us who specifically reject exploitation and corruption as part of our daily actions, more often than not.

And yes, we can even be nurturing. If we allow ourselves to be. And, if society allows us to be.

Saying this isn’t intended to take away from the immense contributions women make to societies throughout the world. The obstacle for male-identifying persons is to celebrate the best traits from men and boys in ways that lift ourselves up without putting down others. While doing this, we must eradicate the aggression and domination (aka “toxic masculinity”) that so readily gets intertwined with maleness.

So how do we elevate masculinity to a better place?

My solution would be what I refer to as “nutric masculinity” — a conscious antonym for toxic masculinity. Other writers, both on Medium and through other platforms, have written extensively about such notions. I want to give them due credit throughout this editorial piece of mine, so that no one gets the…