There is no single way to be a man, but all men know who they are. Men are responsible, honor commitments, and take accountability for actions. Men are organized, proactive, and willing to take advice from others. Men manage stress effectively and balance present with future planning
Onur Atalay presents Kemalism as a secular religion in interwar Europe. Book lacks clear introduction and critical analysis of Kemalism. Author's preface suggests Turkey's reluctance to study Kemalism. Text focuses heavily on European context, neglecting Ottoman Empire. Book presents Kemalism as historical given without proper contextualization
Power Distance: 69, values hierarchy and respect for hierarchy. Individualism: 38, strongly integrated into extended family groups. Masculinity: 49, intermediate in competition and achievement. Uncertainty Avoidance: 76, high in rules and bureaucracy. Long-term Orientation: 44, pragmatic approach to tradition
Mature men make and follow promises carefully. They communicate clearly without shouting. They are knowledgeable and reserved, showing talents only when necessary. They are broad-minded and don't care about trivial matters. They are not self-centered and good at empathy
Transmasculine refers to transgender individuals with predominantly masculine gender identity. Term can be used as standalone identity or umbrella term. Originally intended for AFAB individuals, but applicable to AMAB and intersex
Masculinity and femininity indicate cultural motivation direction, not gender. Better term could be Process versus Goal orientation. USA has biggest conceptual issues with these terms