I have a son, and I always try to correct him when he tells me something is a "boy thing" or a "girl thing" by saying "everything is for everyone, you can do whatever you want." But I know some children do not grow up in families which promote gender equality, and I also know most schools and societies struggle at promoting gender equality and letting people be who they want to be.
This is a very eye opening video about boys and men who've grown up being told to "man up" and "grow some balls." I hope this encourages parents, teachers, coaches and anyone else who are in young boys lives to ease up on them, don't tell them they aren't strong enough or that they aren't allowed to have emotions, it may just push them over the edge.
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