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Andrew Reiner: What Boys Need
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Boys need support, not disdain
In June 2024, Andrew Reiner, author of Better Boys, Better Men: The New Masculinity That Creates Greater Courage and Emotional Resiliency, published an article entitled “Our culture’s trashing of boys & men is having toxic consequences.”
In this episode, he and Jen discuss what boys need & we can best support boys.
Takeaways:
- Boys need support, not disdain.
- Cultural perceptions of masculinity can be harmful.
- Media often portrays boys negatively.
- Boys are falling behind in education.
- It’s important to understand boys’ emotional needs.
- Parents and educators play a crucial role.
- Challenging traditional masculinity is necessary.
- Creating safe spaces for boys is essential.
- Engaging boys in education requires new approaches.
- Researching boys’ experiences is vital for change.
Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode:
andrewreinerauthor.com –– Andrew’s website
Andrew Reiner: Building Boys’ Mental Health & Resiliency — ON BOYS episode
Better Boys, Better Men: The New Masculinity that Creates Greater Courage and Emotional Resiliency, by Andrew Reiner
The Trouble with Boys Isn’t Boys — article by Andrew
Young, Male, & Adrift — article by Andrew
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