“Boys Don’t Cry” – The Lie That Screwed Us All Up

At six years old, I broke my collarbone on a playground. I cried… until the kid who hurt me said, “Boys don’t cry.” So I didn’t.And that? Was the moment the world started teaching me—and every other boy—that emotions make us weak.In this brutally honest episode of Brutally Human, we’re breaking down the lie of toxic masculinity.From childhood playgrounds to adult relationships, we were taught to suppress, dismiss, and shut up.But here’s the plot twist: that suppression? It didn’t make us stronger—it made us numb.And now, generations of men are paying the price.We’ll also tackle: • The emotional role reversal between men and women • Why emotional intelligence gets mistaken for “clinginess” • The real root of “mansplaining” (and it’s not what you think) • Why women weaponizing the term “toxic masculinity” is part of the problem • And why healing doesn’t make you less of a man—it makes you finally human.This is not just for men. This is for anyone who’s tired of pretending to be okay.🧠 This episode is brought to you by Cope Notes – mental health support that doesn’t feel like a chore.Use code UNCOVERED at checkout for 10% off any subscription.🧠 Featuring a professional recommendation:Dr. Laura Ellick – trauma therapist & psychologist.Visit www.lauraellick.com or call 516-635-6186 for appointments and resources.🎙️ Hosted by Kyle FieldsProduced by One Love Media