Episode 41: Masculinity Thoughts From A Counselor

Segment 1: Intro to Masculinity
(Lebert) Intro: In order to be sure everyone is on the same page for our discussions, we often go to dictionary.com to provide you a neat definition of what we are using to describe the focus point of the episode. Today, we will be using dictionary.com’s second definition of masculine with defines it as an adjective that means “Having qualities that traditionally ascribed to men, as strength or boldness”

(Paul) Question 1: We always kick off with a review of feelings on the definitions, so what does this definition make you feel?

(Lebert) Question 2: When do you think you were first exposed to masculinity as a concept?


Segment 2: Masculinity Under Review
(Paul) Question 1: Toxic masculinity is an important topic, and it wouldn’t be a good conversation if we did not talk about it. What are some ways you have seen toxic masculinity be presented?

(Lebert) Question 2: Masculinity, per its definition, feeds into the gender binary by ascribing specific behaviors to men just as femininity ascribes specific behaviors to women. How do you feel about that?

Segment 3: Masculinity Across the Lifespan
(Paul) Question 1: As men, there have likely been instances where we have challenged or leaned into masculinity. In what ways have you done so?

(Lebert) Question 2: Who are some individuals in your life that helped you foster healthy views of masculinity, and in what ways did they help?

Segment 4: Closing
(Paul) Lead by Example: Where we highlight those doing good work, or who did good work

(Lebert) Listener question of the day idea: How do you define masculinity?

Key Takeaways!!!