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What is a man? : Comments

By Peter West, published 6/3/2019

Most of the media coverage of the royal commission seems to be written by women, about women, and for women. It deals mainly with the concerns of women. But what about those of men?

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I was thinking of sending a post on social media about the stuff we get urging men to lose weight, build up our muscles, take supplements and generally try to look like some Afro-American bodybuilder packed with muscle. Ha ha ha.

I don't mind some of these- as they spur me on in my efforts to exercise. But the men I know from 40 onwards are worried about their increasing waist, their reduced energy, a lack of energy and enthusiasm, and failure to act like a 25 year old porn star.

Many of us get some help from a GP. But we learn to be happy with small successes. A hug from grand-kids. A spectacular sunset. A kind word from a stranger. A great book. A funny TV show.

I recently read Leigh Sales 'Any Ordinary Day" and found it genuinely inspiring:

https://www.penguin.com.au/books/any-ordinary-day-9780143789963

And I'm as cynical and critical as anyone I know.

So take heart, mate. Life brings many surprises. Be patient with your body and with yourself. Accept any compliment gladly. I do!

Someone tells me I look good, or I look fit, and I glow with pleasure!

Hope this helps.
Posted by Waverley, Saturday, 16 March 2019 2:50:20 PM
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