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TheHunterZolomon , Nguyen Dang Hoang Nhu Report

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) I sleep with stuffed animals. I’m a grown man. I do not care.

Final score:

261points

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Tedus 3 years ago

You got me. The cow i have since i was 4 i still have 5 decades later watching my sleep. Also i want to get a cookie monster hot water bottle i once saw - and i am a little jelous about the hobbes my mother did for my nephew.

58points

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Crying and showing strong emotion is not something I like but everyone always says "boys don't cry" and I'm sick of that.

BlursedSV23769 , Ben Hershey Report

Final score:

259points

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Code_002.2 3 years ago

But... they do cry

77points

Relationship expert Dan Bacon, the founder of The Modern Man, told Bored Panda upfront that both men and women are completely free to do whatever ‘girly’ or ‘manly’ activities they want. However, Dan highlighted the simple fact that people will always judge one another and there’s nothing we can do to change that. Instead, it’s best to focus on how we feel about being judged.

“Even the most popular and most liked people in the world are negatively judged. There’s no escaping being judged. So, you just have to do what you want to do in life. You are here to live your own life on your own terms, not the life that others seem to want you to live.”

He continued: “It may upset some people, but they are not living your life. They don’t feel the way you feel. You’ve just got to go ahead and spend your time doing the things you really want to do deep down.”

Some women's bodywash/soaps/lotions. The men's stuff just smell like overaggressive nose-destroyers. The fact that these products are marketed to two different sexes doesn't even make sense...

NutWithinANut Report

Final score:

250points

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Full Name 3 years ago

This.

62points

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) My wife bought me flowers today. I love it.

Etlas , Alvin Mahmudov Report

Final score:

234points

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Ozacoter 3 years ago

I am a woman with quite a "masculine" look (bs if you ask me, hair and clothes dont have a gender). People never gave me flowers because they assume that I wont like them. Then my MIL started doing it. It almost brings me to tears when she does it.

4points

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Sitting down while peeing. Much more comfortable, I dont have to worry about aim, if I get the urge to poop im already ready.

TealGame Report

Final score:

218points

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parmadillo 3 years ago

My bf does this too. I love that the seat is always down, and I don’t have to wipe the floor after he visits <3

110points

GeneralStoic , Jonathan Battistella Report

However, Dan also pointed out that the reality is that many women will negatively judge a man who openly engages in ‘girly’ activities when it comes to feeling attracted and considering them for romantic, committed relationships.

“If a woman goes on a date with a guy who loves to knit, arrange flowers around the house, fuss over his sense of fashion and wear a little make up to look at good as he can, she may worry that he could secretly be gay or bisexual. She may not be right, but she could suspect that based on the way he thinks and behaves,” relationship expert Dan explained.

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Ballet. I've always liked the look of ballet dancing, and when I was 20, after I got into amateur theatre, I started training in ballet. I've been very fit most of my life, I played football for 10 years, won athletics at school and I cycled everyday. Out of all the fitness training I have done over the years, Ballet is by the far the most difficult "fitness training" I have ever done, and a hell of a lot more fun than anything else.

Final score:

216points

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Toujin C'Thlu 3 years ago

Ballet takes way more strength than people realize. How else do you think those dancers are able to stay on their toes for so long?

14points

I haven’t seen this yet, so... color. I feel like society wants me to to just wear black/grey/white/navy blue, and it’s stupid. I have a pair of pink jeans that i love!!

the_potato278 Report

Final score:

214points

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로희 3 years ago

On that note, gender reveal party is stupid.

164points

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) I do enjoy tea parties with little cookies.

Sekret_One , Suhyeon Choi Report

Final score:

211points

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Lucas 3 years ago

As long as there is enough of them!

48points

“She may also worry that if she were to get into a committed relationship with him, he might end up cheating on her with men. Alternatively, she may worry that she’ll end up feeling like she’s in a relationship with a woman who is trapped in a man’s body, rather than a man who is happy and comfortable being a more traditional, masculine man,” he said.

“Once again, she may not be right about her suspicions, but it would be understandable for her to be concerned about those types of outcomes with him if those are not the relationship outcomes she wants,” the expert explained.

“So, while it’s totally fine for a man to engage in traditionally ‘girly’ or ‘feminine’ activities, it’s important to understand that what people accept (i.e. men can do girly things, women can do manly things) and what people feel sexually attracted to, are often two completely different things altogether.”

#10

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Skincare! Using basic toner, moisturizer, and sun screen. It has long been considered ‘girly’ to do these but it leads to interesting conversations with girls! Also it feels good to have a routine before bed and taking care of my skin!

EpikTin , The Creative Exchange Report

Final score:

197points

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Daria B 3 years ago

Ugh, this should be basic. Are you a human? Do you have a skin? Then take care of yourself. It's sad that basic hygiene is being gendered

74points

#11

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) My purse. Okay, it's a brown leather bag, like a mini messenger bag, but seriously--it's my purse. I carry my phone, my keys, a little cash, a couple masks, some floss, hand sanitizer, a pen, a couple guitar picks--you know, purse stuff. My wife loves it--it's been years since I've asked her to shove my junk in her purse.

93WhiteStrat , Arno Senoner Report

Final score:

184points

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crazy_cat_notAlady 3 years ago

a bag/purse is very convenient. and men with purses/bags are a blessing. yes! freedom from shoving random s**t including mobile phones, battery packs, etc into others' bags. got my ex-boyfriend a tiny backpack (he's a big guy) and he absolutely loves it. now he also carries treats for street cats and dogs in that teeny backpack. <3

72points

#12

Makeup. My skin isn't the best and I have a few acne scars that I don't love, so one time I borrowed some concealer from my sister who's the same skin tone as me and put it on. It was amazing, I couldn't tell I had it on at all, and it worked like a magic eraser for all my blemishes.

I don't use it all the time, but it does make me feel better if I have some on before going out sometimes. And no one ever expects it cause I'm a fairly manly looking brown dude with a pretty big beard. Little do they know I go home and wipe my makeup off while watching New Girl.

MarvelousNCK Report

Final score:

182points

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Full Name 3 years ago

More guys did this during the teenage zit years than will admit to.

51points

Schright_dwute’s thread got more than 18k upvotes, 69 awards, and got over a whopping 11.7k comments which just goes to show that a great question can start a wildfire of a discussion. Their fellow redditors debated everything from how nice hugs are (they really are) to how powerful ballet is and more.

However fun and refreshing the thread on r/AskReddit might be, it does raise some serious issues. Specifically, about how gender stereotypes are deeply rooted in society. As well as how people can feel pressured to heavily edit their passions, goals, and aspirations just for the sake of appearances and their reputations.

#13

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Sewing and designing clothing. I’m not talking about screen printing cringe phrases on bulk purchased shirts I mean full on outfits and garments.

itchyyanklee , Sharon McCutcheon Report

Final score:

181points

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Daria B 3 years ago

Fashion is largely targeted to women and considered a "girly" topic, but the biggest high fashion leader brands are made by men (Gianni Versace, Giorgio Armani, Calvin Klein etc.)

61points

#14

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) I accidentally bought women's shower gel once and now use nothing else. It just smells so much better.

TurdsforNipples , Vivera Siregar Report

Final score:

174points

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Sarah Burrell 3 years ago

I totally agree I think men's body shampoo smells like they've bathed in cheap cologne.

106points

#15

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Candles. Nothing beats a pleasant smelling room!

redskynot , Bannon Morrissy Report

Final score:

171points

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James016 3 years ago

This. We have a large jasmine candle which we use a lot. Especially after cooking smellier food.

23points

If you truly love something, whether it’s an activity or a ‘girly’ product, you’ll embrace it no matter what anyone else says. Who cares if the world thinks you’re effeminate? You’ll be the best darn knitter on Planet Earth and you’ll change the world.

But that’s far, far easier to say than to do with unseen (but always present) expectations breathing down your neck. Your confidence will be tested when you’ve got countless people looking at you weirdly like you’ve done something ‘wrong.’

Researchers reviewing theories of masculinity point out that men are expected to maintain a ‘stiff upper lip’ during times of emotional distress and upheaval. In short, men are expected to remain masculine through “emotional control, rationality, responsibility, and successful action.” Emotional expression is ‘allowed’ only in private but not in public.

#16

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Pina coladas. Honestly any fruity drink. Got me f***ed up if you think I’m not gonna enjoy every sip of a drink I’m paying for

eric_3196 , Vitor Pinto Report

Final score:

152points

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Sawdust 3 years ago

And how do you feel about walks in the rain?

54points

#17

My grown, six foot tall, bearded, taekwondo grand champion brother likes My Little Pony. Not in a weird way, either, he just really enjoys the art and plotlines. He draws ponies and he actually met his girlfriend through a fan club. They draw ponies together and they're both pretty dang good at it.

reejoy247 Report

Final score:

150points

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Full Name 3 years ago

Bronies. There's a whole documentary on them. Who doesn't love cartoons? If you don't because they're for kids, then get away from me because you're no fun.

82points

#18

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Being the little spoon, crying, being spoiled

FellUnwell , Toa Heftiba Report

Final score:

149points

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Mewton’s Third Paw 3 years ago

I’ve slept with a lot of guys lol. I’ve never known a man to not enjoy little spoon. I think that’s just a TV thing. Everyone switches spoon size, depending on what side of your body and bed you’d rather lay on.

5points

Back in 1976, sociologist Robert Brannon put together an American model of manhood and what the ‘script’ for men in the 20th century was like. There were four main things that made a man, well, a man, in the context of the culture in the US.

According to Brannon, one of the four key tenets was not leaving room for any ‘sissy stuff,’ which meant putting vulnerability and openness to the side. The emphasis was on bottling up emotions so you weren’t perceived as weak.

#19

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Hugging your friends could be nice

checksbio , Helena Lopes Report

Final score:

141points

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Baby Panda 3 years ago (edited)

Dude I don't care about you're gender if your my friend HUG ME

63points

#20

When I am depressed, I just listen to sad songs and cry instead of drinking or keeping everything bottled up inside. Also, deodorants designed for women.

ChuChuChewbaka Report

Final score:

141points

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Mia Burgess 3 years ago

I like those are the two you thought of. Both very important in very different ways.

26points

#21

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Watch romance comedies, some of them are funny, relaxing, and generally good movies.

CringeOverseer Report

Final score:

130points

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Full Name 3 years ago

Love, Actually. Unhateable.

21points

The second tenet was that men ought to strive for power, respect, and maintain a positive reputation among their peers. Social status and financial success were the name of the game back then and it was expected of you to try and become a leader in your local community.

The final two tenets of the American masculinity blueprint, according to Brannon’s research, involved being confident and self-reliant like a ‘sturdy oak’ that’s always graceful under pressure, as well as being tough, aggressive, and adventurous.

#22

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Crocheting. It's very relaxing and you create useful things. But almost every pattern I find is some kind of female clothing or accessory. There are pet toys but those are the only exceptions.

000003eyes Report

Final score:

125points

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Martha Meyer 3 years ago

Look at older magazines. They have patterns for whole families, since women used to make stuff for all family members.

59points

#23

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Getting asked out.

blithetorrent , a befendo Report

Final score:

125points

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Baby Panda 3 years ago

I don't ask guys out bc I'm anti social and I don't like rejection

49points

itsnotimportant2021 , Olivia Kulbida Report

#24

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Fresh flowers. I love lilies.

Final score:

125points

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Animal lover❤ 3 years ago

Someone send this guy some lilies!

27points

Echoes of this blueprint can still be felt to this very day. Whether you see these features as something to be strived for or avoided, biological or merely social, is entirely up to you. But there are some major problems that come with repressed emotions.

Being unable to meet expectations while also being forced to keep your issues and emotions to yourself can lead to mental health issues, including depression which can, in turn, lead to suicide.

#25

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) I love strawberry daiquiris.

usernamemc0989 , Heidi Walley Report

Final score:

123points

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Lucas 3 years ago

Well, that's just reasonable! They're delicious. Love cocktails.

28points

#26

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) I generally wear all black, but I wear hot pink sunglasses as my accent color.

I also have a really unique necklace I like that they don't make a "masculine" version of. So I just bought the women's version cause I'm not that fragile lol

LambBrainz , Annie Theby Report

Final score:

118points

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ADHORTATOR 3 years ago

I am sure you look awesome

21points

#27

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Manicures. I've only had it done twice but man it was so relaxing. Just having a moment of peace to myself not to mention the way my hands felt afterwards worth every penny.

Ibz89 , Lena Myzovets Report

Final score:

115points

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Dorothy Parker 3 years ago

Next, have a pedicure. Feels so good.

44points

Dutch Swimmer Goes Viral For Super Revealing Trunks During 2024 Olympics: “Is This Legal?”

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Thrill-Seeking Diver Jumps Down Extreme Waterslide, Ignoring The Strict Ban For Women

When you’re ‘not allowed’ to ask for help or to talk about the problems that are making your life hell, you’re leaving yourself more vulnerable than you would if you reached out, saying that you’re unable to deal with your issues yourself. Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s facing reality and the brave thing to do.

#28

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Strawberry Açaí Lemonade from Starbucks. That stuff is so good but you have to deal with all the comments on your fruity pink drink.

Halt_127 Report

Final score:

115points

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Full Name 3 years ago

Pink fruity drinks are the best. What kind of a pussy is afraid of lemonade?

66points

#29

Pusheen! Pusheen is cute, and makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside.

I have Pusheen mugs, mousepads, plushies, pillows, blankets, bedsheets, Halloween decorations, Christmas decorations, cat bowls, cat toys, stationary, and the first book ("I am Pusheen"). I get e-mails from the Pusheen store, and I subscribe to the official sites on social media (the ones where I have accounts, at least).

ForQ2 Report

Final score:

112points

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CATMONSTER2018 3 years ago

YAAAAAAAAAASSSSS!!!!!!!!! I love Pusheen!!! I have Pusheen Bowls and cups!!! A have pusheen books and posters!! I have like 20 of the plushies!!! im in 7th grade...I'm a guy............... PUSHEEN IS MY LIFE...................................................................................................................

41points

Woman Put A Water Fountain With A Camera In Her Yard, Here Are 24 Photos Of Regular Visitors (New Pics)

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“Ma’am I Live Here”: Woman Refuses To Back Out Of Driveway, Learns A Lesson The Hard Way

#30

Accessories. Necklaces, bracelets, earrings, etc. Don't give me those ugly "tough guy" woven leather straps, I want a pretty silver chain with a fake-ass sparkly jewel hanging from it

Conchobar8 Report

Final score:

112points

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Jayne Kyra 3 years ago

I will gladly exchange my pretty silver chain with a sparkly jewel for a normal sized silver skull that does not weigh my neck down like an anchor. Seriously, those I find seem to be marketed to necks of steel.

30points

In your opinion, why does society frown upon people who behave differently than they ‘should’ according to their gender, dear Pandas? What can be done about this? What’s an activity or a thing that you absolutely adore but that society would consider to be ‘too girly’ or ‘too manly?’

#31

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Compliments

ShiplapTravertine , Ryan Clark Report

Final score:

111points

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Full Name 3 years ago

? I didn't know men had a problem with this. Maybe it's because I'm Canadian?

44points

#32

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Hand cream. Whenever there’s some in a bathroom I’m definitely going for that. Makes for soft awesome-smelling hands and finger joints that don’t look like tree bark.

baldbychoice , Mathilde Langevin Report

Final score:

110points

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Lucas 3 years ago

My brother split his hand badly and had to get it stitched up. Got lectured by a nurse about always using hand cream for a solid 15 minutes.

32points

#33

A nice, hot, relaxing bath every once in a while. And a quality massage at a spa.

fotofiend Report

Final score:

110points

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martin734 3 years ago

A shower is fine for getting clean, but I love to relax in a bath.

20points

50 Of The Most Incredible Shots That Were Submitted To The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

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French Diver’s “Jewels” In Tight Swimming Trunks Become Talk Of The Town At Olympics

#34

Women’s gymnastics. Their weight to power ratio is ridiculous.

russjfjr Report

Final score:

110points

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Xylle Flora 3 years ago

The weight to power ratio in tennis is also ridiculous. It doesn't matter if you're fifty pounds, if you have enough strength you can win a tennis match.

19points

#35

Chocolate covered strawberries. Or chocolates in general. Especially as valentine's day is coming up, why the hell do the women always get the chocolates???? [Damn], give me some chocolates please. (I actually just buy them for myself).

AlwaysTappin Report

Final score:

103points

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James016 3 years ago

My wife bought me a large customised chocolate bar for Valentine’s Day.

34points

#36

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Women's deodorant. My pits smell like cucumber and lime. Strong enough for a man but made for a woman.

FilledwithTegridy , Wikipedia Report

Final score:

100points

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Leo Domitrix 3 years ago

There's a lto of deodorant that's "not gendered". If you like the smell, use it!

18points

#37

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Expressing my feelings. I have to shut them down when I get the classic "man up".

Felipe_1989 , Adrian Swancar Report

Final score:

99points

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Lucas 3 years ago

No Full Name. No-one needs to be told to suck it up. People feel, let them. We've probably all come across someone we consider 'overreacts' and is hard to deal with but even then they've probably got reasons why they've ended up that way. I'm fecking fed up with people thinking that emotion has anything to do with gender.

38points

#38

Currently using my housemates “glitter unicorn” shower foam and I unashamedly love the way it makes me smell every day.

Patt_Morrat90 Report

Final score:

96points

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Lucas 3 years ago

I love nice fragrances - good quality bath products in particular.

19points

Woman Moves Out Of Parents' Home After They Asked Her To Give Her Space To Brother, They Freak Out

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Mom Leaves $250k Inheritance To Son, Throws A Fit When Daughter Stops Looking After Her

#39

I love sweeter cocktails and drinks in general. Just cause I'm a man doesn't mean I want to drink beer and whiskey

Klown1327 Report

Final score:

93points

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Mrs_ Possum 3 years ago

I can relate to this, from the other way round. I'm a woman, and I love whiskey and beer, but often get comments from other women who laugh/judge me not liking wine much 😬 Gendering drinks is soo annoying!! 🍷🍺🥃

44points

#40

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) I love lavender, vanilla, and baby powder scented things.

I accidentally bought a baby powder version of my normal deodorant and loved it. I can’t seem to find it anywhere these days though.

It’s funny to me how some scents are considered feminine.

BeingMrSmite , Sunisa Ito Report

Final score:

91points

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Iapetos 3 years ago

Marketing...

26points

johnnythesailorman Report

#41

My daughter is at the age where all she wants to watch is disney princess movies. I get into them and I listen to some of the songs in the car by myself sometimes. I really like punk covers of them. Specifically the band stellar kart's covers of "let it go" "a whole new world" "kiss the girl" and "for the first time in forever"

Final score:

35points

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Jasmine Hufflepuff Henderson 3 years ago

Wait...how am I just now finding out that Stellar Kart has done Disney covers?

10points

Woman Refuses To Chip In For Babysitting Because She Doesn’t Even Have Kids, Asks If She’s A Jerk

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“This Breaks My Heart”: People Stunned—And Angry—After Woman Buys Lost Luggage From Airport

#42

Sailor Moon. My 4 YO son got into it as well, he picked it out while we were scrolling through Hulu. Magical girl anime in general is now a hit with him.

0kokuryu0 Report

Final score:

35points

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Full Name 3 years ago

Sailor Mercury was my jam.

8points

#43

Painting my nails. I don’t know why, but I just love it. Its extremely therapeutic, and even more fun when you learn to do little designs.

Robbingbeard12 Report

Final score:

30points

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Mag Marguerite 3 years ago

my bf do this, in black. I like it!

3points

#44

Fresh flowers are legit. It's like $10 a month to always have flowers in my room and it's cool to see them go through their life cycle of blooming then dying. Every one is different and it's kind of surprise to see what it's actually going to look like. I have one other plant in my room and it never changes so it's nice to have something that actually looks alive.

carbonclasssix Report

Final score:

30points

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troufaki13 3 years ago

I prefer plants to cut flowers. I love taking care of them. They're my little babies, along with my black kitty :)

22points

"I Didn't Start The Dryer": Karen Gets Taught A Lesson After Throwing Out Neighbor's Wet Clothes

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College Student Does Exactly As Told After Roommates Demand They Keep Their Stuff In Their Room

#45

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Shaved legs.

Sventington , Helena Nunes-Santana Report

Final score:

30points

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Lucas 3 years ago

Hah - wax them, I dare ye. (I'd be far too scared!)

4points

KentuckyFriedEel , Charles Deluvio Report

#46

Taking care of your skin. It's cool to buy cool clothes to look good, to get the freshest haircut and go to the gym, but if you exfoliate or have an eye moisturizer guys act like you're out of your mind.

Report

Final score:

30points

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Sista of the moon 3 years ago

Again, skincare shouldn’t be gendered. It’s regular hygiene, people! Of course there is different hygiene practices that men and women use, but, basic skincare like this?? Really??

5points

#47

Men Are Listing Things That Society Deems 'Too Girly' But They Like Them Anyway (40 Posts) Shopping! Big mall smells, the hustle and bustle, the new and interesting products.

Final score:

29points

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A Head 3 years ago

I like getting new things, but I worked in retail for too many years to really enjoy going to a mall. I'm in, I'm out, as quickly as possible.

1point

intheshadowsofgrace Report

#48

Weddings. I should be a planner. It’s soooo much fun

Final score:

29points

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Agnieszka 3 years ago

Go for it!

13points

#49

Cooking and sewing, although I'm not doing great by any measure. And by that i mean the expected standard for housewives. Also playing dolls when i was in primary school.

Profice21 Report

Final score:

26points

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troufaki13 3 years ago

Men should know how to take care of themselves. Period.

31points

J. Zingler 3 years ago

Some times ago men learned how to sew and take care for themselves in the army.... And there are G.I. Joe dolls too ;)

3points

CowboyHank 3 years ago

So should women. Being able to take care of yourself doesn't end with cooking and sewing.

3points

WilvanderHeijden 3 years ago

I know how to order food and there's an amazing seamstress down the road with reasonable prices. I'm good.

3points

Stack o' Pancakes 3 years ago

everyone should know how to take care of themselves <3

1point

martin734 3 years ago

These are life skills and should be taught to everyone regardless of gender.

3points

athornedrose 3 years ago

teach men basic living skills! being a functional adult is not gendered!

2points

CD Mills 3 years ago

My husbands Foreman on one ranch was 20 years older than we were, I was surprised that this grizzled cowboy was an excellent cook, could sew and clean. He said his mother made all of her children learn how to do all the basics to make sure that no matter what they could take care of themselves. I was like this with both of my kids and my son is a much better cook than my daughter. This is simply life skills we should all have.

1point

Concept-Peter Roosdorp 3 years ago

When I was a kid and wanted to have "undercover" clothing for my GI JOE figures, she made me do it with her. And when you have learned how to make a par of pants that are an inch and a half long, nothing that ever needs fixing is really a problem. (I doubt I could make a pair of pants from scratch without some practice though)

1point

A Jones 3 years ago

Cooking and sewing are essential life skills that any person should learn.

1point

kjorn 3 years ago

i love cooking! this is a stress reliever for me

1point

i'll sleep when im dead 3 years ago

I loved playing dolls with my sisters. We had this model castle from our cousins and little 6-year-old me thought it was EPIC. It was a fortress-type thing, and we used to play 'attacks' with it.

0points

Batwench Premium 3 years ago

I don’t met the expectation for housework cleaning standard either. My house is clean, not spotless and ‘lived in’, no mater your gender most standards are only reached by those with a cleaning staff LOL

0points

Matt Du 3 years ago

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Colin Mochrie At Its Finest 3 years ago

Husband cooks as much as I do. When we started dating I thought it was so great he made fettuccini alfredo, which is a favorite. Got him to add chicken and broccol. A short time later I found out he just used canned sauce, LOL. And it was all he ever made. He has stared cooking more since - dinner falls on whoever is home more that day, depending on jobs we are holding.

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Bill 3 years ago

Boys aren't supposed to play with dolls but "action figures" are ok? Thinking of the GI Joe collection as a kid

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Sarah Burrell 3 years ago

And I use men's razors. They work better and they are cheaper

55points

Mimi777 3 years ago

Same here!

11points

I want cake 3 years ago

Me too. We share a handle and buy the blades in bulk. Much cheaper for both of us.

5points

Chich 3 years ago

Oddly enough, I'm a guy and shave my head and have found "women's" razors better to use.

2points

Teucer T 3 years ago

Tried my wife's razor once... Learned why she kept stealing mine. WTF? Why are those things dull when new?

1point

Wendillon 3 years ago

Men's razors and men's t-shirts are the absolute best.

1point

I’m A Black Cat 3 years ago

Done that for years!

1point

Shelley DuVal 3 years ago

Yes me too, and if you get yourself some silica gel and put it into a small jar, putting your razor into the gel beads keeps the razor blades nice and dry and they last for much longer.

0points

anarkzie 3 years ago

Not saying you're wrong but I always thought that they were the same thing just pink instead of blue. I'm actually going to try my girlfriends razor now to see the difference.

0points

Jen Cook 3 years ago

YES! Me too, what a happy accidental discovery, women have been getting ripped off for years, the razors marketed to women, even the expensive ones are total crap compared to even the cheapest men's razors. I could never go back to women's, I actually bought a laser to permanently do my legs and they only grow tiny blonde hairs now because a laser only targets hair with pigment so a mans razor easily lasts me a year.

0points

Daria B 3 years ago

It's shocking to see which banal, even health related things get to be gendered. Guys, don't listen to what the bullies say, take care of yourselves and enjoy your life as much as you can. So many things on this list make you even more attractive.

33points

Vera 3 years ago

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Si 3 years ago

Or do they consider male things smart and powerful and female things stupid and weak?

18points

blugeagua 3 years ago

Although it's not in anyone's head. Society really hates women and gendered things are something people abide by, which is so stupid.

5points

blugeagua 3 years ago

Exactly! It's absolutely ridiculous how things get gendered when they shouldn't.

5points

Alban Bizet 3 years ago

I never used man shower product, the smell is dreadful, I did wore summer dress in the 90's, I'm a big fan or Romcoms and I'm a straight guy. I think I never cared about the gender of things, as long as I like them the rest is useless

12points

Sarah Burrell 3 years ago

Can honestly say I loved every one of those answers

11points

Shelley DuVal 3 years ago

Me too. I have never used smells as a gender thing. If I have a favourite perfume, I would love a man to be wearing it because I am attracted to that smell in the first place.

0points

Nora Rain 3 years ago

It's incredibly freeing to stop listening to and abiding by the sexist rules that came from the generations before us. I loved reading all of these. If something makes you feel good or makes you happy then who cares what anyone else thinks, at the end of the day it's your life, it's your body, it's your mental health, f*ck the haters. Do you boo!

10points

Oskar vanZandt 3 years ago

Gendering products is a GIANT CON by advertisers and the companies that produce the stuff. It allows them to target several niches and create redundancy of products... it's plain stupid and we as consumers need to resist their ploys.

7points

Silje Nørsett 3 years ago

This 💜! And I love that several of the posts are from straight men, so as not to just fire up under gay stereotypes.

7points

Bunny Girl 3 years ago

I don't believe in these "gender norms." I think it's just dumb. Whenever I'm changing my clothes, my younger brother comes up to me and says "(Name), I love your outfit! It's so cute!" And then gives me some fashion advice. I think it's great if men like fashion or other things considered girly

6points

blugeagua 3 years ago

This is ridiculous. Human things shouldn't be gendered. Gender is just a social construct anyway. We're ALL people. But society is so incredibly misogynist that it's sick.

5points

Lsai Aeon 3 years ago

My son (13) ABSOLUTELY LOVES bath bombs, especially the fruity/flowery smelling ones.

4points

martin734 3 years ago

One of the biggest things for me is clothes. because I am quite short and slim, but with fairly large hips, thighs and buns because of the type of sports I do, I find that women's clothes tend to fit me better than men's, especially yoga pants/leggings plus I like the greater variety of styles and colours of women's clothes

4points

Shelley DuVal 3 years ago

lol I buy men's trakky daks because they have pockets in them, women's one only have a tiny pocket or none.

0points

Grace Galan 3 years ago

Just because a man likes “girly” things does not mean he is gay. Just how girls who are “tomboys” aren’t always lesbians.

3points

Colin Mochrie At Its Finest 3 years ago

Speaking of "genders" - it is built in society so much. We go to the kids hair salon and one side is pink with flowers (which is science!) and barbie cars. The other side is blue, outer space, and has police and race cars and fire trucks. My daughter used to choose police and fire, but at 7 she picks pink (This is either social or natural.) My 4 year old (well, 4th tmw) would pick any but with covid they closed down most of the seats so he has no real choice. The stylists ask what barbie car she wants and and if he wants the police car or fire truck. The dental hygeinist we had was very open about girls being pink and boys being blue. She only offered the feminine toothbrushes to ny daughter and blue to our son. I would say "they also have blue and green" and "they have pink and purple, too".

3points

GirlFriday 3 years ago

One of my brothers came to stay with me for a few weeks and he used my shower gel. When I went to visit him, he had bought the same brand for himself to use. He said he liked the smell and the way it made his skin soft.

3points

Helen Haley 3 years ago

Love everything in this list.

3points

Teucer T 3 years ago

Just remember... Not that long ago, pink was the boys color and blue the girls. This is all marketing. But jist remember, today's "man bun" is yesterday's mullet.

2points

Random Anon 3 years ago

Just do what you like guys. Life is too short to worry about what people, that aren't living your life, think. You do you, the haters can kick rocks.

2points

Mark Fuller 3 years ago

This is weird. I'm an older, straight acting gay guy. And all of this is so totally normal to me - like the music/film you like; the clothes you wear; the food and drink you enjoy; the movies you appreciate; take care of your looks; do what makes you comfortable - dance, theatre, cuddly toys. Whatever. For the love of god be in touch with your emotions. I'm not disagreeing with this post but it feels rather 1980s. Have we not moved on? How sad.

2points

Jen Gem 3 years ago

I love this thread!

2points

Lorelai Purvis 3 years ago

my bro used to love mlp and getting his nails painted. this kind of thing has stopped now and i think it's because he feels like they're too girly.

2points

Kristen Bellefeuille 3 years ago

I come from a family where it doesn't matter. I wear men's jeans I have a scar and the men's sit high enough not to irritate it. My 6'2 truck driver uncle is the best seamstress I have he tailors all my cloths. Plus he knits. My other uncle is a big tough guy as well he's a real cowboy type but he loves flowers he can name, cultivate and revive over 100 types of plants.

1point

Renee C. 3 years ago

I have 4 sons, and I'm kinda glad that their father was never a the picture after we divorced. Because I was able to raise them without the stigma a lot males grow up forced into them. I always told them that it doesn't matter who they love, as long as they are treated right and vice versa, and HAPPY! I also taught them that if flipping burgers is something you love, great! But be the best you can be. Just..be..happy.. life is way too short to be living your life miserable. My sons love shopping, and ironically I don't. Lol My twins have had had long hair, (mid back) since they were 11. Only deal was they had to take proper care of it. Never dressed My twins identically. Just because they're identical twins, they're two different individuals! They wear pink, etc. They're all in they're young 20's now, and it's always amazing how each one is so individually unique. And they're not fazed about buying feminine products. I think they love shoes, clothes and accessories more than I do.

1point

Nosipho Singata 3 years ago

Loved this. ❤️

1point

Mustn’t eat the mango 🥭 3 years ago

Woman are emotionally and physically strong, women may cry but bottling up feelings is horrible and it’s especially worse when you have yes choise.

1point

Edgar Rops 3 years ago

Horses! While not historically so, it is girly nowadays, unless you aspire to athletic career. I am an only guy riding at my stable.

1point

matthew owen 3 years ago

I feel the title of this should contain 'straight men'.

0points

Barbara Vandewalle 3 years ago

Do not use deodorant soap, it dries out your skin. Use soaps that have lotions, it so much better for dry, weathered skin.

0points

Dar Mel 3 years ago

For me, it was like a description of a perfect man. Nice and real man <3

0points

kdsaslep 3 years ago

Hetero male here. I had ballet in college (love women in leotard). In no way was I effeminate. Didn't realize I was perceived as gay. I also like to wear skirts at home. My wife likes how I look in them.

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Mary G----no 3 years ago

As a kid I always felt like I needed to play with girlie things like dolls. And I kinda liked them but not always. I would rather have climbed trees and such, which I often did. I love how my friends are raising my Goddaughter, though... she has all her interests, which include everything from Disney princesses to dinosaurs. She loves playing with rocks and sticks, and they encourage it all.

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Logic and Reason 3 years ago

I loved the article, but watching Edward make a fool of himself was almost as entertaining.

0points

Nadia Plokhooy 3 years ago

Also watching sports! Im a woman and for some reason people dont like me watching football?

0points

Nadia Plokhooy 3 years ago

Also watching sports, im a woman and people dont like me watching football for a reason?

0points

Parmeisan 3 years ago

This thread needs photos of men rocking pink sunglasses and whatnot. I demand photos!

0points

Grumble O'Pug 3 years ago

To me it's sad that a lot of this stuff has been limited to the province of "women's stuff". The whole idea of feminism was inclusivity, on both sides. I love Midleton and riding horses over big fences.

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Javiera Gotelli 3 years ago

Any man who doesn't do/like/buy/wear/etc something because it's "girly" is just an idiot with very fragile masculinity... Btw, what's the deal with people caring about other people's opinion on, I don't know, anything? That's just sad!

-3points

Solrac 3 years ago

On the other hand, you can't do exactly what you criticise. Making over generalizations saying that "everybody" or "society as a whole" criticises what you do is also wrong. Not everyone thinks like that, on many of the examples most people probably don't care what the rest does.

-3points

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Sarah Burrell 3 years ago

And I use men's razors. They work better and they are cheaper

55points

Mimi777 3 years ago

Same here!

11points

I want cake 3 years ago

Me too. We share a handle and buy the blades in bulk. Much cheaper for both of us.

5points

Chich 3 years ago

Oddly enough, I'm a guy and shave my head and have found "women's" razors better to use.

2points

Teucer T 3 years ago

Tried my wife's razor once... Learned why she kept stealing mine. WTF? Why are those things dull when new?

1point

Wendillon 3 years ago

Men's razors and men's t-shirts are the absolute best.

1point

I’m A Black Cat 3 years ago

Done that for years!

1point

Shelley DuVal 3 years ago

Yes me too, and if you get yourself some silica gel and put it into a small jar, putting your razor into the gel beads keeps the razor blades nice and dry and they last for much longer.

0points

anarkzie 3 years ago

Not saying you're wrong but I always thought that they were the same thing just pink instead of blue. I'm actually going to try my girlfriends razor now to see the difference.

0points

Jen Cook 3 years ago

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Daria B 3 years ago

33points

Vera 3 years ago

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18points

Si 3 years ago

Or do they consider male things smart and powerful and female things stupid and weak?

18points

blugeagua 3 years ago

Although it's not in anyone's head. Society really hates women and gendered things are something people abide by, which is so stupid.

5points

blugeagua 3 years ago

Exactly! It's absolutely ridiculous how things get gendered when they shouldn't.

5points

Alban Bizet 3 years ago

12points

Sarah Burrell 3 years ago

Can honestly say I loved every one of those answers

11points

Shelley DuVal 3 years ago

Me too. I have never used smells as a gender thing. If I have a favourite perfume, I would love a man to be wearing it because I am attracted to that smell in the first place.

0points

Nora Rain 3 years ago

10points

Oskar vanZandt 3 years ago

7points

Silje Nørsett 3 years ago

This 💜! And I love that several of the posts are from straight men, so as not to just fire up under gay stereotypes.

7points

Bunny Girl 3 years ago

6points

blugeagua 3 years ago

This is ridiculous. Human things shouldn't be gendered. Gender is just a social construct anyway. We're ALL people. But society is so incredibly misogynist that it's sick.

5points

Lsai Aeon 3 years ago

My son (13) ABSOLUTELY LOVES bath bombs, especially the fruity/flowery smelling ones.

4points

martin734 3 years ago

4points

Shelley DuVal 3 years ago

lol I buy men's trakky daks because they have pockets in them, women's one only have a tiny pocket or none.

0points