Men Who Have Felt The Weight Of Toxic Masculinity, Share Your Stories Here

Toxic masculinity contributes to a harmful culture and can have negative impacts on society by reinforcing unhealthy standards and expectations.

Many men don't subscribe to toxic masculinity and the cultural stereotypes of dominance, toughness, aggressiveness, and misogynistic behaviors.

We want to from men about how toxic masculinity has negatively impacted their lives.

Maybe your father called you feminine for embracing traits like empathy and vulnerability.

Maybe you were encouraged to partake in harmful behavior.

Or perhaps your own friends discouraged you from sharing your feelings and seeking support.

We want to hear your responses. Share your stories in the comments below, and your responses could be featured in a BuzzFeed Community post. Or, if you prefer anonymity, you can submit your story through this Google Form .