By Justine Benais
Boys will be boys. This well known phrase dismisses any effect men’s behaviour has on others, particularly on women. In recent years, this mentality has been referred to as “toxic masculinity”, which more specifically describes a narrow and repressive mindset about the male gender role, defining it as exaggerated masculine traits such as being violent, unemotional, sexually aggressive… Toxic masculinity also suggests that men who act too emotional or don’t portray enough “masculine” traits could get their “man card” taken away. Importantly, toxic masculinity differs from masculinity. Toxic masculinity is what can come of teaching boys that they can’t openly express their emotions; they have to be “tough all the time”; that anything other than that makes them “feminine” or weak. In other words, society has coded masculinity as strong and femininity as weak.
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By Theofanie Is Indonesia currently on your travel bucket list? Indonesia is undoubtedly one of the must-visit destinations known for its rich cultures, beautiful landscapes and delicious cuisines. While it may seem like an ideal place for tourists to explore, these days, travellers, especially unmarried couples, may have some second thoughts about visiting Indonesia. In December 2022, Indonesia’s parliament approved a new criminal code that outlaws cohabitation for unmarried couples. This controversial legislation received widespread support from lawmakers, who aimed to curb extramarital sexual activity, aligning with the country’s predominant Muslim faith, which discourages sexual relations outside of marriage. However, it is intriguing to know that this law not only applies to Indonesians but also impacts tourists, leading many to reconsider their travel plans to Indonesia.
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