Neither/Nor
I spend a lot of time thinking about gender, about masculinity, and what it means to me and has meant to me, as well as the messaging around it that society gives. In particular, I think the idea that masculinity means being stoic and tough is not something I want to take on. I’m a big believer that vulnerability and compassion requires more strength. This is something I hope to grow and cultivate in myself. Starting these substack comics were my first step in that direction, and I’m looking forward to seeing where it all goes. Another thing that drives this is my believe in the teachings of Buddhism, always seeking to develop loving compassion for the world around me.
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