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As a man, your pain is yours to bear alone Don’t share it with your woman, she’s counting on you to be her rock Don’t share it with your parents, they’re done taking care of you, it’s your turn to take care of them Don’t share it with your friends, they have their own pain You’ll be tempted to share your pain with others, but remember, as a man if you do so, it will only bring you disappointment and alienation You might get short-term comfort, but when the illusion fades, it will turn you bitter towards reality—or worse Reframe your pain as a fuel instead The more of it you deal with alone, the stronger and wiser you will come out on the other side That’s the only right way to deal with your pain as a man