By GLR Matthew Alexander Sloane
Recently, there’s been some discussion about what it takes to be men or women in relationships.
Like this one, and this retort. Both are a set of rules from one sex to the other. It’s like watching a game of tag, and it has reminded of times in my relationships where I would barter with, “Well, I could be that way, but first you have to be this way.”
I want to take this conversation deeper.
For anyone considering a better set of rules, please stop trying to teach me how to behave like a man. I am learning to trust myself in the moment and the rules aren’t helping.
I’m familiar with the practice of seeking answers from people in positions of authority. I was taught how to do this in public school.
When it comes to seeking answers on “how to be a man” in today’s world, I have often been left feeling frustrated and confused.
Why?
