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Men Staring at Women on the Tube and "Man Spreading"
The term "toxic masculinity" is being used to describe any behavior by men, from "man spreading" to staring at women on the subway. However, the idea of putting men in prison for their actions is ridiculous and points out the idiocy of trying to make men and women exactly the same.
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The term “toxic masculinity” has been used to describe any behavior that men do, including man spreading and staring at women, but it was originally used to describe young men who had not gone through initiation ceremonies to become a member of a tribe.
26:25 - 28:32 (02:07)
Summary
The term “toxic masculinity” has been used to describe any behavior that men do, including man spreading and staring at women, but it was originally used to describe young men who had not gone through initiation ceremonies to become a member of a tribe.
ChapterMen Staring at Women on the Tube and "Man Spreading"
Episode#576 - Dr John Barry - Does Psychology Have A Negative View Of Masculinity?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Posters have been put up in London’s tube stations to warn that intrusive staring of a sexual nature is considered sexual harassment and will not be tolerated.
28:32 - 31:28 (02:55)
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Posters have been put up in London’s tube stations to warn that intrusive staring of a sexual nature is considered sexual harassment and will not be tolerated. Cultural differences on what constitutes as an act of harassment has led to confusion and calls for more clarification on appropriate behavior.