Toxic Masculinity

Trigger Warning: Mentions of self harm Toxic masculinity refers to a set of attitudes and behaviours, typically conforming to the binary gender norms, that are expected of men and are perceived to have a negative effect on them and the society as a whole. Toxic masculinity often has undertones of the idea that there exists a gender binary, homophobia, objectification of women and the idea that men stand at a pedestal when compared to other genders. In this episode, our host Muskaan Sancheti in conversation with Akshat Sharma, discusses in depth about what toxic masculinity looks and feels like. Where it originates from, the impact is has on men, and those around them, and some possible solutions to keep toxic masculinity in check. Thank you for listening! You can find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untanglingknotsofficial/  Or email us: [email protected]