I dislike opening up, it’s uncomfortable, overwhelming, and painful. I instead chose to internalize my emotions, fears, and problems, believing thats what being a man was. In reality, unhealthy masculinity expectations of toughness, stoicism and bottling up negatively impacted me for most of the past 21 years. Recently, I’ve started opening up more to my family and friends, allowing myself to be vulnerable. I wouldn’t have acted without the support and love from all of my friends, for which I’m extremely thankful for. By taking a more pro-active approach to my feelings, I’ve embraced opening up. I’m not an expert, nor do I open up in all potential situations, but I’m improving, and that’s what matters. This #GivingTuesday, I’m asking you to donate any amount possible my fundraiser, as movember seek $1 million today to improve life expectancy of men, which in the US is 5 years less than women. TO DONATE: go to my profile and click on my fundraiser or go tomobro.co/pabs177 I’v...