Tears fill my eyes. I love everything about this article. I witness that too in my family. Not exactly about Toxic masculinity but how the simple desire for love and acceptance manifests into heartbreaking decisions/actions.

I can't help but think it has much to do with culture. In my Thai upbringing, it is so common to see men express their emotions or affections. Sure, not as freely as women do, but it is not strange to see how my male friends would show another male friend love/support. It could also be that affectionate people surrounded me, which is why it feels so disoriented sometimes to live in an environment where affectionate expressions of emotion are seen as weak or soft.

Sending you love.