Wanting to serve a community that has historically been underserved by mainstream media, I went to East New York as it is largely a community of color in a low-income area and looked for community centers and other programs where boys and men met already. Be prepared: This book is raw and surprising. There is no subject off-limits or lies detected. Sometimes things might get a little uncomfortable, but that's an important part of getting to know—and believe in—yourself. Man Enough: Undefining my Masculinity” by Justin Baldoni - https://eclectuals.indielite.org/book/9780063055599 Be prepared: This book is raw and surprising. There is no subject off-limits or lies detected. Sometimes things might get a little uncomfortable, but that’s an important part of getting to know—and believe in—yourself.

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This MG+ book has my whole heart. I believe every human should be required to read it and have the conversations that come naturally in every chapter. If you get uncomfortable or disagree KEEP READING! It’s okay to have those feelings—if you don’t have them while reading a personal development book then you’re doing it wrong. This was real, raw & relatable and it goes in any middle/high/public library immediately. After participating in a group discussion, some boys said they felt motivated to call out inappropriate behavior by other boys and that should open up about their feelings more. I am proud of the way that I was able to connect with them and I am excited for the ways that our relationships will grow and help the lives of real people and affect real change in society. That is when I found P.S. 292, specifically the after school program put on by Good Shepherd Services. I first connected with the director and assistant director there and showed up consistently without a pen and paper, without an agenda, to get to know the boys in the program. I later connected with the high school students in the same building as the middle school I had developed a relationship with. I invited some of the youth development coordinators for the after school program to come to a group discussion with the 20–28-year-old group, and I did another social experiment type thing in Downtown Brooklyn where I recruited some of the 20–24-year-old men for my group discussion.

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I encouraged people to follow me on social media and to use the hashtag #boyswillbe to either celebrate the boys and men in their life, to call our or expose traditional, old school ways that are harmful to men and others in their life or to talk about new ways to promote or discuss healthy masculinity — it is meant for as a starter for a wide range of discussions.In this highly politicized society, the term “toxic masculinity” to some is just a liberal scheme to emasculate and blame men. Our cultural concept of manliness glorifies stoicism, strength, virility, and dominance, and we know that it can be harmful to mental health thanks to the American Psychological Association. Harvey Weinstein New Yorker - https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/from-aggressive-overtures-to-sexual-assault-harvey-weinsteins-accusers-tell-their-stories

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https://www.npr.org/2020/10/28/928336749/trump-has-weaponized-masculinity-as-president-heres-why-it-matters The topics of discussion include how men are socialized, when young men realize they are a man, what they are taught about what it means to be a man, how men relate to women, what is hard about being a man, how we see manhood evolving, what we all can do to promote less rigid gender roles and anywhere else the discussion goes organically. ON OUR LAST EPISODE of 2020, we discuss the title topics as well as The Hanky Code, if you're a friend of Dorothy, and what is something we all enjoy that society wouldn't expect us enjoy. This has been amazing to do these past 21 episodes, and there will be more next year. If you have an idea you'd want to hear about, or be part of let us know! This engagement project is about learning to make connections with words rather than fists. This is about letting young men of color know that their experiences are not isolated and that they are not alone even when they are taught to remain stoic, in-control and dominant. This is about feeling a sense of community and a source of inspiration. This is about hope. With this project, I wanted to provide the space and experience for them to feel comfortable determining their own future; their own path; their own identity apart from societal expectations because this affects more than just boys and men, this affects everyone.

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The name of my project comes from a very well-known phrase: boys will be boys. Michael Kimmel, an American sociologist and leading researcher and writer on men and masculinity, in 2012 asked, “Why don’t we say ‘boys will be boys’ when a man wins the Nobel Peace Prize?” And he asks a fair question. The phrase “boys will be boys” is often used to excuse problematic behavior rather than to celebrate the successes of men and boys. The effects of traditionally defined masculinity have become one of the most prevalent social issues of our time. In this engaging and provocative new book, beloved actor, director, and social activist Justin Baldoni reflects on his own struggles with masculinity. With insight and honesty, he explores a range of difficult, sometimes uncomfortable topics including strength and vulnerability, relationships and marriage, body image, sex and sexuality, racial justice, gender equality, and fatherhood. I Rewatched ‘HIMYM’ After 4 Years and My Feelings Completely Changed: - https://edtimes.in/i-rewatched-how-i-met-your-mother-after-4-years-and-my-feelings-have-completely-changed/