A Man's Silent Struggle
From boyhood, they tell him to be strong,
"Don't cry," they say, "just move along."
He learns that feelings should be hidden,
Showing weakness is strictly forbidden.
As he grows, the world sets the rules,
Be a real man, they teach in schools.
Find a job, make money, don't complain,
Hide your worries, don't show pain.
In love, he's told to be the rock,
To listen well, and never mock.
His own feelings pushed deep inside,
A mask of strength, his pain to hide.
Society judges him by what he earns,
While inside, his heart quietly yearns.
For friendship, love, and understanding too,
Things that seem for just a chosen few.
Years pass by, and he starts to see,
The cost of all this secrecy.
The loneliness, the silent fears,
The strength it takes to hold back tears.
So here's to men who face this test,
Who do what's asked, and give their best.
May they find friends who truly care,
And learn that it's okay to share.
Remember, men, it's alright to feel,
Your emotions are valid and real.
True strength lies in being whole,
In nurturing both body and soul.
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