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MetaMask seems to be launching a points/rewards system Remember the good ole days when protocols just airdropped a token without months of points farming? Pepperidge farm remembers

Societal Expectations and Gender Roles: Redefining What It Means to Be a Man “The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” ~ Carl Jung Growing up, I was handed a clear script on what it means to “be a man.” Traditional norms in Filipino culture showed me that men were protectors—solid, unshakeable—and women were nurturers, the heart of the family. These roles taught me a lot about responsibility, and they shaped who I became. I grew up believing that being a man was about providing, protecting, and standing strong in the face of any adversity. These values are powerful, but I’ve come to see that they also risk keeping us in a place where we don’t feel free to be fully ourselves. Being “strong” meant keeping emotions in check, often seeing vulnerability as a weakness. I found myself suppressing feelings, with frustration or anger sometimes being the only “acceptable” emotions. The traditional model of masculinity I learned was simple: be stoic, dependable, and resilient. But over time, I started to feel a pull toward something deeper. I wanted to be strong, but I also wanted to feel real, grounded, and more connected to who I truly am. 🧵👇