masculinity

  • Weak men

    Strength never needs to control. Weak men manipulate, isolate, abuse, intimidate, and mistake fear for respect. They call jealousy love, possession loyalty, and cruelty leadership. A strong man protects without ownership, leads without force, and stands secure without making anyone feel small. If your manhood depends on another person’s silence, obedience, or fear, you never…

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  • The Weight of Kindness

    The Weight of Kindness

    People speak of strength with tightened fists,And of battles proudly won.As though the measure of a manIs all that he has done. I’ve walked those dark and lonely roads,Paved by rage and pride.I’ve felt what happens to a heartWhen mercy is denied. I’ve trained these hands through countless yearsTo answer pain with pain.I’ve watched one…

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