I came across this long-form post exploring the importance of masculine forms of self-love and thought it was too good not to share. (2021) Post from Jordan Thornton - Inner Work - YouTube "There is nothing wrong with the feminine-leaning focus on self-compassion and self-acceptance, but this is mother love and men generally draw their emotional confidence in living life according to timeless yet tender masculine principles which transcend and include the sentiment of self-acceptance within a greater aspirational framework for value-based, conditional love and celebration." If you're unfamiliar with Jordan Thornton and his work, his channel is very much worth a visit.