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Giving up making friends. Giving up finding a girlfriend. Giving up on life.

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I think it is on a case by case basis and not a matter of one gender or the other having it easier by default either direction. Some men get support while others don't. Some women get support while others don't. Other words some human beings regardless of gender get the support and others don't.
 
Here we are again on the "who has it worse?" topic.

Can someone help me understand how establishing who has it worse is helpful to the challenge of finding friends or a partner?
 
That women I meet in the park in April blocking me hurt me really hard. My friends are helping me through it, and I am reading a lot of the books they gave me going through spirit stuff.
 
Tony Ramirez said:
That women I meet in the park in April blocking me hurt me really hard. My friends are helping me through it, and I am reading a lot of the books they gave me going through spirit stuff.
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Your feelings are valid.
Your pain is very real.
You deserve support and understanding.

Pain and hardship can unite us, because we have all felt it in different ways.
 
Mary Terry said:
Men get alimony, spousal support, child support if awarded child custody, charity (far more men than women use charities that provide beds and food to homeless people) and societal support. There are NO shelters for homeless women where I live but there are at least two shelters for homeless men.
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This looks different when you use the XY/XX splits rather than "assuming" 50/50.
In the same environment:
* What proportion of homeless people are male? (probably around 80%)
* What proportion of alimony/spousal support is paid by men? (probably around 90%)

Is there any state/government funding for things like reducing the male suicide rate (which is almost certain to be several times that of women in your environment).

I'm not sure if your view can be called warped, but it's biased.

IRL this is also a case of "beware what you wish for".
If male enthusiasm for raising children falls as fast as it has for women, which is looking quite likely, the (western) world will start working very differently.

Men strive for the "white picket fence" lifestyle for their kids, not their wives.
 
Mary Terry said:
Men get alimony, spousal support, child support if awarded child custody, charity (far more men than women use charities that provide beds and food to homeless people) and societal support. There are NO shelters for homeless women where I live but there are at least two shelters for homeless men.

Your world view of the genders is warped which, I suppose, is based on your singular personal experiences in life and stuff you read on the internet. Your personal experiences are not what men, in general, experience.

You want to see a man get emotional support, sympathy, praise, awe, and accolades? Find those who are raising children on their own. There are lots of them.
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well the suicide rate being male dominated speaks volumes.
 
Hypnalis said:
I believe the misandry is potentially harmful to the OP.
I don't entirely agree with Steelbook's post, but I'm fairly confident he's not harming OP.
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Asking someone to clarify themselves is not being hateful. If someone makes a claim I want to know why they think that way. He's made a claim and both Tree and myself asked for clarification.

Not seeing where there is misandry. I am not understanding where you got this idea from.
 
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yeah, also, i agree with this statement fully, when people say "The world isn't coming to save you", that applies to men more than women.

An example, men normally don't get as much sympathy or emotional support as women do. Yes essentially. In addition to things like alimony, charity, support from society, etc. If a woman screws up everyone rushes in to save her is a man screws up no one does anything.
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A rather black and white view when life is usually shades of grey.

We have to consider different cultures.
Not doing so is the cause of much misunderstanding.
And then there is the Zeitgeist.

For a long time, men were disadvantaged when it came to divorce settlements.
I don't know if this is the case now, but I do remember a recent incident where a female activist was advocating in the media for the rights of men and was battling discrimination on their behalf.

I might research if I have the time and mental energy.
 
Masked Man said:
If men want this level of support, there is absolutely no one stopping them from doing it. Men need to put in the effort and stop whining and expecting everything to be done for them
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If there is discrimination, there is discrimination. <shrug>
 
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I can't use the spoiler function here because of its limitations, and I can't be bothered to create segments.
AI Overview
In 2021, in Australia, males accounted for 55.9% of people experiencing homelessness, while females made up 44.1%. This indicates that homelessness is more prevalent among men than women, though women still constitute a significant portion of the homeless population

AI Overview
While there is evidence suggesting women tend to have larger social networks and give and receive more social support than men, it's not a simple case of one gender having more overall support than the other. Both men and women experience social support differently, and the benefits of that support can vary.
Here's a more nuanced look:
Women tend to:

Have larger and more varied social networks:
This includes more friends and social connections, which can provide a wider range of potential support.

Give and receive more emotional support:
Women are often more likely to confide in multiple people and receive emotional support from a wider circle of friends and family.
Benefit more from some types of support:
Research suggests women may be more sensitive to social isolation and may benefit more from strong social connections in terms of mental health.

Men tend to:

Have smaller, more intimate social networks:
Men may rely more on a smaller number of close relationships, particularly with their partners.

Benefit more from certain types of support in specific situations:
For example, married men may experience greater health benefits from marriage than women.
Seek less support:
Studies show women are more likely to seek help and support when facing stress or challenges.

Important considerations:

Social support is complex: It's not just about the quantity of relationships, but also the quality, the type of support offered, and how it's perceived.

Individual differences exist: There is significant variation within each gender group.
Context matters: The benefits of social support can vary depending on the situation, the individual's personality, and cultural factors.
Social support is bi-directional: Both giving and receiving support are important for well-being.

In conclusion, while women may have more readily available sources of social support, the overall impact of social support on well-being is complex and varies for both men and women.
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Jonn said:
.AI Overview
In 2021, in Australia, males accounted for 55.9% of people experiencing homelessness, while females made up 44.1%. This indicates that homelessness is more prevalent among men than women, though women still constitute a significant portion of the homeless population

AI Overview
While there is evidence suggesting women tend to have larger social networks and give and receive more social support than men, it's not a simple case of one gender having more overall support than the other. Both men and women experience social support differently, and the benefits of that support can vary.
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Likely because of prostitution. Even women who aren't formally selling sex can find a "boyfriend," even an abusive sleazebag, with whom they can live because there's always a man willing to use them for sex. And often they will choose that over homelessness.
 
Masked Man said:
Likely because of prostitution. Even women who aren't formally selling sex can find a "boyfriend," even an abusive sleazebag, with whom they can live because there's always a man willing to use them for sex. And often they will choose that over homelessness.
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You don't like men very much. 🤔
 
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