The Rational Male: Positive Masculinity Introduction

A common narrative used to justify the feminist movement and push men's influence to the side. It seeks to undermine men's authority by elevating children's needs above their own.

The idea that men are inherently responsible for providing for and protecting their families, while simultaneously being denigrated for expressing their masculine nature. This creates a Catch 22 situation for men, where they are constantly expected to 'man up' but also be told to 'shut up' when they assert their masculinity.

A society where women hold primary power and influence, shaping the social norms and expectations around gender roles. This can lead to a devaluation of men and their contributions to society.

The archetype of a man who is inept, often a buffoon, and completely reliant on his wife for guidance and problem solving. This serves to reinforce the idea of women's superiority and men's ineptitude.

The archetype of a man who is physically and emotionally absent from his children's lives and contributes little to their upbringing. This perpetuates the stereotype of men as irresponsible and uncaring fathers.

The archetype of a man who is a cruel and abusive figure, often presented as a negative example of fatherhood. This archetype is used to justify women's claims of male dominance and violence.

The idea that the father is not essential for a child's well-being, and that women can effectively raise children alone. This is a common narrative in feminist circles, where the role of fathers is minimized and often dismissed completely.

A concept that states men should focus on improving their own lives and well-being before attempting to help others. This is based on the principle that men's own personal growth is essential to functioning effectively in all areas of life.

A term used to describe the harmful effects of a social convention that prioritizes children's needs above the needs of men and their relationships with women. This often undermines men's authority in their own families and creates a dynamic of power imbalances.

Used to refer to the 'village' that will often tell women they need in order to effectively raise their children. This is a narrative used to further undermine men's authority and promote a feminine-centric view of parenting.

The act of subtly redirecting men away from positions of power and authority in families by emphasizing children's needs as supreme. Often used to justify the feminist agenda and disempower men.

The idea that men are inherently responsible for their children's well-being, even if they are not actively involved in their lives. This reinforces the double standard that holds men accountable for their role in the family even when absent.

A form of control used by women against men through guilt and emotional manipulation. It uses children as leverage to force men into submission, accepting their wives' decisions and power.

The notion that women are naturally better parents than men, and that a man's presence in a family is only beneficial when it aligns with feminine-centric goals. Essentially, a man is a 'good father' only under the conditions set by the mother.

A phenomenon where men are increasingly feminized and conditioned to believe that masculinity is a negative trait to be avoided. This often results in men becoming docile and submissive to women.

The condition of having a father who is physically present but lacks the quality characteristics of a good father. This father is often passive and lacks the ability to provide leadership and guidance to his children.

The idea that men's influence is only valuable when it aligns with the feminine-primary agenda. Fathers who deviate from this are often seen as 'toxic,' unnecessary, or misogynistic.

A term that describes the disparity in the treatment of fathers and mothers in society. Women are generally excused for their failures as mothers while men are often held to an unrealistic standard and blamed for all sorts of problems.