Former BBNaija housemate Leo DaSilva has shed light on the possibly harmful implications of the term “Be a man”.
He claims that this statement is frequently used to suppress males and disregard their welfare.
Leo DaSilva claimed in a recent social media post that this term can lead to toxic behaviour, forcing men to repress their feelings and put social expectations ahead of their mental health.
Leo claimed that by employing this expression, society upholds the notion that men should disregard their happiness and well-being in order to adhere to traditional masculine standards.
The reality TV star highlighted the importance of men prioritizing their mental health, acknowledging that it’s okay to not be fine and that self-care is essential for effectively supporting others.
He wrote:
“‘Be a man’ is a statement masked in silencing men, ignoring their happiness, and a trigger for toxicity.
“It’s okay for you as a man to also prioritize your mental health and general well-being. If you are not fine, you cannot effectively take care of anyone”.
