the idea that this set of emotions and actions belongs to men and another set belongs to women is a fallacy. as humans, we all have access to the full human experience. i have met as many women who are emotionally immature as i have men; and as many of both who are well put together adults of both. i've met many women who are cruel and many men who are as well; and as many of each who are kind hearted and mature. this narrative has divided people for far too long.

as a young (gay/male) child i turned away from this idea, not to be more girly or anything like that, but to be true to my self, my feelings, and how i interacted with the world. it has served me well.

this conceptualized gender division is very old and lately it has been getting very loud.

Robert Johnson (Jungian psychologist/analyst) discusses some of the origins of it in his 3 books: "He", "She", and "We". i think all 3 are free public domain now.

good post @HODL

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