Would you deny that the term “toxic masculinity” is unflattering?
I have made extensive observations of the things feminists do, say, and write. Based on those observations, I have concluded that feminism is an ideology that operates as the foundation for a movement whose aim is to advance what its participants consider to be the interests of women. They characterize furthering their own best interests as creating parity.
I agree that feminists are not mindlessly bashing men. They are applying a strategy intended to pressure men to conform to their expectations. They are expecting that men will modify their behavior to alleviate the discomfort they experience in having their masculine characteristics described as “toxic.”
That strategy is reinforced by feminists urging men to seek “therapy.” When a man enters therapy, the therapist will attempt to purge the toxin from his masculinity, per recommendation from the American Psychiatric Association.
It’s not mindless “man-bashing;” it’s clever, coordinated strategy.
I do not form my impression of feminism by how “hardcore” their message is nor by how well or poorly they express it. I establish my understanding of feminism by listening to the content of their message and observing the actions they take.
It does not bother me in the least if feminists express themselves harshly or insensitively. I can ignore harsh and insensitive complaints as easily as soft and sensitive ones.
I do not find anything of value in feminist ideology. I am not interested in responding to their complaints. I would ignore them entirely if I did not find them so amusing.
Like you, I am not asking anyone to conform to my way of thinking. I appreciate the opportunity to explain my thinking, but I don’t expect anyone to adopt it.
Sometimes though, if I can plant a seed of thought in the fertile soil of a curious mind…
… I can walk away having faith that it will grow…
…even if I am not there to see it