> In a lot of countries, the cultural norm is for men to be strong, independent and self-sufficient and not to seek help or support from others, especially oth

> In a lot of countries, the cultural norm is for men to be strong, independent and self-sufficient and not to seek help or support from others, especially other men This is one of the most bold-faced lies of all times. As evidence against it, I'd point out to you gentlemen's clubs (the real kind, not strip joints) and fraternal organizations such as the Knights of Columbus. These are large, powerful institutions started usually by men to benefit exclusively or almost exclusively men, and to promote fraternity. In these places, men could go to deal with their problems with other men, and not women. Women today often complain that men put their problems on women. This ignores the fact that feminism is often the main driving force behind forcing these organizations to accept females, and thus a prime cause of men no longer having a space to discuss problems with other men.