Sunday, December 15, 2013

Masculinity Defined:

These are my very subjective constructs on the idea of masculinity.  This list also coincides with my subjective constructs of the idea of femininity.  And that coincides with my idea of being a decent human being. Here we go:

1) Having a motorcycle
2) Saving a person if you see them distressed and can do something about it
3) Being honest
4) Being dependable
5) Being gregarious
6) Being witty/charming/smart/funny
7) Being physically well maintained and strong
8) Admitting your weaknesses
9) Being straight up and transparent
10) Being clear about your feelings
11) Providing for your family
12) Being passionate and loving
13) Not caring what others think
14) Being brave
15) Sticking by your significant other during hard times
16) Giving your family and friends as many hugs and kisses as they want whenever they want
17) Being good in math
18) Knowing how to repair stuff and being technologically savvy
19) Being snuggly and knowing how to tell the best bed time stories
20) Knowing how to cook and clean
21) Being forgiving
22) Speaking the truth
23) Being faithful and loyal

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