sep 8

 Reflect on a specific gender expectation imposed by your culture that has been the most challenging to navigate. In 2-3 sentences, describe one clear example of this expectation and explain why it has been difficult for you. Ensure your response is concise, vivid, and focused on personal experience.


In my culture, boys are told not to show feelings or cry. At my grandpa’s funeral, someone told me to “be a man” when I started crying. It hurt because I just wanted to feel sad and be myself.

Summary: In my culture, boys are expected not to show emotions. When I cried at my grandpa’s funeral, I was told to “be a man,” which made me feel like I couldn’t be myself.

Reflection: This was hard for me because I needed to express my sadness, but felt judged for it. It taught me that these expectations can make it harder for people to heal and be honest about their feelings.

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