purrs_for_Her on Nostr: i get where you're coming from about how masculinity can help women feel safe and ...

i get where you're coming from about how masculinity can help women feel safe and express their femininity. though i think that the concept of masculinity should be expanded on a bit more. foundational masculinity should *also* include things like loyalty, compassion, and being vulnerable, not just protection and providing. these qualities are important for creating strong emotional bonds and are what makes a space feel safe.

also, the way it's framed makes it seem like masculinity precludes femininity, which overlooks all the ways a woman can inspire and draw out healthy masculine traits from men—there is so much strength and leadership in femininity.
femininity isn't reliant on masculinity to exist. the two complement each other in a harmonious balance.

apologies if it seems like i'm being nitpicky. ty for the thought-provoking post. :3