What is “Tonic” Masculinity?

True masculinity is never “toxic.” True masculinity heals and restores. Traces of it can be seen in various quarters, and in rare cases, it finds fulfillment in a man who is virtuous and whole. It surpasses parodies and gross stereotypes, standing on its own as a thing of resolute beauty and steadfast strength that edifies all […]

The Essence of Masculinity

The concept of masculinity has taken a beating in recent times–often having the prefix “toxic” attached to it, as if the two words are synonymous–but is such disapprobation deserved? Is it true masculinity that’s being attacked, or a bogus “Straw Man” version? It’s not so easy to knock a real man down but, the truth is, a […]

Tonic Masculinity: I’m Offended

There is no inherent tie between the color of one’s skin and the content of their character. However, the “thickness” of one’s skin does indicate the depth of one’s character. A “thick-skinned” man is as impervious to insults and slander as a rhino is to a shot from a BB gun. Unfortunately, we are living […]