In this episode of Miles Apart in the Common Room, we dive into the trending topic that’s been making waves on Twitter (X) and Instagram — the viral post from popular influencer Maraji, responding to a man who shared his emotional experience during his wife’s pregnancy.While some people supported the man’s honesty, others criticized him for expressing himself publicly. This sparked a larger conversation about masculinity, emotional vulnerability, and societal expectations, especially in the context of marriage.Join the trio as they unpack the double standards around men showing emotions, the tension between tradition and modern understanding of gender roles, and the importance of compassion in conversations about mental and emotional well-being.It’s one of those episodes that hits deep and makes you think about how we truly view men and vulnerability in today’s world. Timestamps00:00 - Cultural Perspectives on Marriage10:01 - The Complexity of Men's Experiences in Marriage20:02 - Social Media's Role in Shaping Conversations about Masculinity24:39 - The Gender Divide: Progress or Regression29:55 - Navigating Misconceptions about Male Vulnerability33:26 - Navigating Emotional Expression in Men34:38 - The Impact of Gaming on Mood and Communication36:34 - Societal Expectations and Men’s Vulnerability38:41 - The Complexity of Masculinity and Emotional Expression40:44 - The Role of Public Discourse in Shaping Masculinity43:01 - Consequences of Public Criticism on Men's Emotion46:34 - The Need for Compassionate Dialogue50:23 - Concluding Thoughts on Emotional ExpressionWatch, share, and join the conversation!Do you think men are given enough space to express their emotions in relationships and society? Drop your thoughts in the commentsFollow us 👍🏾Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milesapartinthecommonroom/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milesapartincommonroomSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ubXN7q4APUM9bb2xFWVsSApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/miles-apart-in-the-common-room/id1787190008Israel: https://www.instagram.com/favoritetechbro/Michael: https://www.instagram.com/michaelinioluwa/Samuel: https://www.instagram.com/thesam_adekunle/

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