Controlling Emotions

Cultural expectations are quite clear related to the display of emotions. Girls who don’t demonstrate the right amount of softness or deference – and boys who don’t demonstrate enough control over their emotions – are often teased or shamed.

Having feelings is not the problem. It is about matching your display with the gender with which you identify. Too much or too little can bring pressure and marginalization.

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