Men Are Struggling Too — And No One Talks About It, Why Men Are Numb And Lonely (Public Speech)

I wrote this speech to shine a light on male pain and struggle,
because I feel there’s a growing gap — especially online — between
the genders. Both sides are hurting, and both struggle to truly
understand the other’s pain. Since I’m a man, I can only speak from
that side of the experience. Social media, in particular, has
become increasingly toxic toward men — often invalidating their
feelings, labeling them as privileged, or painting them solely as
beneficiaries of the patriarchy. While there are structural issues
and outdated mindsets that need to shift, I believe no one grows
from a place of blame and shame. There are countless young men out
there — playing video games all day, isolated, without close
friends — using porn as just one way to numb the pain. Many of them
have grown up without role models or mentors, trying to figure it
out all on their own. I know how that feels. Because I was one of
them. I don’t believe the world becomes a better place by
constantly calling men out — that cycle only deepens the wounds,
and in the end, it hurts women too. I believe in a world where men
receive the mentorship and emotional guidance they’ve longed for.
Where they are supported in becoming the best, most grounded, and
safest versions of themselves. And I believe that this is what will
ultimately make the world a more beautiful place — for all of us.