Changes In Male Identity In The 21st Century
Changes in male identity in the 21st century:
The only constant thing in this world is change... an irrefutable paradox of life. People, opinions, perceptions, feelings, relationships, and just about every other thing in this world is subject to change. As time elicit more changes, words continually change its meaning.
Even the centuries-old notions about male identity are now changing. Gone are the days when men were seen as Neanderthals who only use brute force to satisfy a need or an urge. Over time, men also underwent a process of refinement --- through culture, education, and other norm-setting beliefs that were developed in each era of history. For example, in the olden days, it was common to see men wearing long gowns and …show more content…
There is, however, a new concept of how it is to be a man. New forms of "manliness" has been called "Metrosexuality." A metro sexual is a man who has special concern over grooming, fashion and other external matters that help improve one's physical appearance or image. The term "metrosexual" was first used by Mark Simpson, a British commentator, to refer to men who always looks at a mirror in a clear demonstration of vanity. Metrosexual men, unlike the customary "dirt-loving" men, are described as having a strong regard for their appearance. It's also noteworthy to see that these types of men have a "sharp eye" for fashion. Metrosexuals are said to be "aesthetically-concerned"... pampering themselves in salons, gyms, and other beauty-enhancing …show more content…
The Greek myth of Narcissus, a man who loved himself in great excess is the origin of the word, narcissism. According to the story, Narcissus saw his reflection in a river and he grew to love his reflection so much that he reached for it in the water. Naricssus fell in the water and drowned. His love for his own face led to his own death.
Some observers of gender-issues view Metrosexuality as a form of confusion of gender roles. Simply put, metrosexuals are "straight men acting like gays." Others even say that Metrosexuality is one of the avenues for "gay wannabes." Those who are openly metrosexual defend their lifestyle by saying that their focus on fashion does not automatically make them gay. The firmly state that being conscious about clothes and accessories do not make them any less of a man.
Another way male identity has changed in the 21st century is that men are now expected to stay at home with their or spend a lot more time with their children and the woman is supposed to go out to work whereas in previous years the woman was expected to stay at home with the husband (being the primary breadwinner) and the father would be less involved in the child’s
The only constant thing in this world is change... an irrefutable paradox of life. People, opinions, perceptions, feelings, relationships, and just about every other thing in this world is subject to change. As time elicit more changes, words continually change its meaning.
Even the centuries-old notions about male identity are now changing. Gone are the days when men were seen as Neanderthals who only use brute force to satisfy a need or an urge. Over time, men also underwent a process of refinement --- through culture, education, and other norm-setting beliefs that were developed in each era of history. For example, in the olden days, it was common to see men wearing long gowns and …show more content…
There is, however, a new concept of how it is to be a man. New forms of "manliness" has been called "Metrosexuality." A metro sexual is a man who has special concern over grooming, fashion and other external matters that help improve one's physical appearance or image. The term "metrosexual" was first used by Mark Simpson, a British commentator, to refer to men who always looks at a mirror in a clear demonstration of vanity. Metrosexual men, unlike the customary "dirt-loving" men, are described as having a strong regard for their appearance. It's also noteworthy to see that these types of men have a "sharp eye" for fashion. Metrosexuals are said to be "aesthetically-concerned"... pampering themselves in salons, gyms, and other beauty-enhancing …show more content…
The Greek myth of Narcissus, a man who loved himself in great excess is the origin of the word, narcissism. According to the story, Narcissus saw his reflection in a river and he grew to love his reflection so much that he reached for it in the water. Naricssus fell in the water and drowned. His love for his own face led to his own death.
Some observers of gender-issues view Metrosexuality as a form of confusion of gender roles. Simply put, metrosexuals are "straight men acting like gays." Others even say that Metrosexuality is one of the avenues for "gay wannabes." Those who are openly metrosexual defend their lifestyle by saying that their focus on fashion does not automatically make them gay. The firmly state that being conscious about clothes and accessories do not make them any less of a man.
Another way male identity has changed in the 21st century is that men are now expected to stay at home with their or spend a lot more time with their children and the woman is supposed to go out to work whereas in previous years the woman was expected to stay at home with the husband (being the primary breadwinner) and the father would be less involved in the child’s