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Men... are u okay? What is the problem?

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LavenderSkiesxo · 20/05/2026 15:02

I think this will be removed / deleted but i am not saying anything untrue. Or factually incorrect. But here goes...

Since having my little girl just over a year ago I have started resenting men. I dont know why as my partner isnt bad. I just see them in a whole new light.

Firstly, years ago women couldn't vote and it was the done thing that they would look after the children and home and men were the providers. But, many women (not all!) Now have careers, go to work, earn their own money. We can now vote. Aswell as have a career, many women still take on majority of the housework and childcare. Not because men always refuse but they just dont, we do things automatically. Men, just dont think.

The other day I was driving to visit family and saw a car with its hazards on in the slip road... they have broken down i thought. Nope. A man was standing behind his car pissing. It got me thinking, ive never seen a woman pissing at the side of the road. We just wouldn't, so how do men find themselves in this situation? My dog can hold its bladder until "walkies" so what's the issue?

I read that men commit like 91% of murders, most rapes are men and men mostly abuse their partners. Men are more likely to commit suicide, men dont open up and speak about their feelings.. some men transition to become "women" and fight to enter women spaces. I know women transition to men but you dont hear about them!

I just dont understand. Men.. what is the actual problem??? Apart from sperm, what is your actual purpose??

The posts on here today.. oh my man was messaging a coworker inappropriately and he cant get her moved as it'll be suspicious... WHAT!! Nah he has played his part, otherwise it would be as simple as, hey HR this person is being inappropriate and its making me uncomfortable, here are the messages 🤣🤣

Or the other one, my man spent lots of money on my credit card and refusing to pay up... WHAT🤣🤣

What the fuck, we all play our part to with enabling such shit behaviour.

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shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:32

@FernFaery And men don’t do any caring duties such as wiping backsides and bathing elderly people do they? So the feeling is mutual.

Wiping arses and bathing elderly people barely even qualifies as a "dirty job."

FernFaery · 20/05/2026 21:33

shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:32

@FernFaery And men don’t do any caring duties such as wiping backsides and bathing elderly people do they? So the feeling is mutual.

Wiping arses and bathing elderly people barely even qualifies as a "dirty job."

What job are you referring to? Be specific then.

Thesummer · 20/05/2026 21:33

Still agog that some women remove their shoes and trousers to take a piss in a bush...

shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:34

@ImFinePMSL Because they can usually sniff out incredibly vulnerable and insecure women who are desperate for love, affection and “protection”.

So why do those same women not go after a normal man for a relationship? Given the vast number of single men there are, and how easy it is to find a man who is looking for a relationship.

FernFaery · 20/05/2026 21:34

shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:34

@ImFinePMSL Because they can usually sniff out incredibly vulnerable and insecure women who are desperate for love, affection and “protection”.

So why do those same women not go after a normal man for a relationship? Given the vast number of single men there are, and how easy it is to find a man who is looking for a relationship.

So few normal men, probably.

ThisCandidMintGoose · 20/05/2026 21:34

Apart from sperm, what is your actual purpose??

I'd love to know.. what's yours?

For any normal (female) human being, removing all men from earth which seems to be the ultimate goal for some, would mean simply: losing half of their dearest family members and friends, losing some of your best work colleagues, losing knowledge and support from half of the best teachers, losing PEOPLE who are just as needed and liked as the female ones.

Of course women can do all these things, but that's not the point, male in my life are as needed and wanted as women in my life in the widest meaning. And that's true for everybody I know.

If I had to pick a few people to disappear, I might select a few men, but there are quite a few female unhinged posters on this forum I would add to the list 😂

CombatBarbie · 20/05/2026 21:34

LoyalMember · 20/05/2026 21:17

Oh, for crying out loud. Are you serious?

Yes......

OFiddleDeeDee · 20/05/2026 21:35

LavenderSkiesxo · 20/05/2026 21:30

The cool kids 🤣🤣🤣🤣
If you have to say you are one then you ain't 🤣🤣
How... uncool! Almost as unfunny as people who will tell you they are funny 🤣🤣🤣🤣

Who are you that I should care about your opinion? No one! Move along!

ThisCandidMintGoose · 20/05/2026 21:36

Thesummer · 20/05/2026 21:33

Still agog that some women remove their shoes and trousers to take a piss in a bush...

I had heard (on this forum I think) of people who had to remove all their clothes to sit on the toilets.

These are questions I am trying very hard to erase from my mind 😂

Beachtastic · 20/05/2026 21:36

FernFaery · 20/05/2026 21:32

Who cares? All those men were birthed by women. What’s your point? Men invented some things while women were cleaning their toilets and raising their kids at home?

As a broad generalisation (and obviously there are exceptions), men and women are wired up differently. The Chinese were right about yin and yang. Both are essential.

The fact that men commit more violent crimes is directly related to these differences. It doesn't mean "all men are bad," that's just nuts.

shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:36

FernFaery · 20/05/2026 21:33

What job are you referring to? Be specific then.

Oil rig workers, miners, sewage workers, bin men, chemical industries, construction.

All jobs that involve a high risk of occupational illness and/or death. Risks that do not exist with wiping arses or bathing elderly people.

LoyalMember · 20/05/2026 21:37

CombatBarbie · 20/05/2026 21:34

Yes......

Okay, no problem, Red Adair...😆

Creali · 20/05/2026 21:37

The tables have turned.

Men earn money to assist them in finding a suitable spouse.

Women earn money to ensure they don’t need a man.

I think that says it all really.

LavenderSkiesxo · 20/05/2026 21:37

I think men feel powerless at the moment.

They are no longer the breadwinner for many families. They no longer outearn their partners. It must be humiliating to do a full day at work, feel knackered whilst your partner has done a full day, the school run, dinners, cleaning.. oh and still finds time to look after themselves, and talk to family and friends. Why are men incapable of any of that? As a species they have not evolved and I've had enough. My partner said to me the other day, the babies nails are getting a bit sharp havent you cut them?? I looked at him and said yes I will do it but is it purely my job are you incapable??? Oh, erm, ehh, I djdnt mean that. Of course you didnt. Twat.

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shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:37

FernFaery · 20/05/2026 21:34

So few normal men, probably.

No, normal single men are extremely common and easy to find... weird that you don't see that.

LavenderSkiesxo · 20/05/2026 21:37

Creali · 20/05/2026 21:37

The tables have turned.

Men earn money to assist them in finding a suitable spouse.

Women earn money to ensure they don’t need a man.

I think that says it all really.

Yes yes yes

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FernFaery · 20/05/2026 21:38

shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:37

No, normal single men are extremely common and easy to find... weird that you don't see that.

Are they really 😂 is this why every single woman I know describes dating as one would a zombie apocalypse

Zippidydoodah · 20/05/2026 21:40

LeaderBee · 20/05/2026 15:15

The thing you are forgetting here is not that it is men doing this but penis owners - there's a slight difference in that if you had one, you'd find it more convenient to piss on the street if you could discreetly pull out a little hose and have a piss in a couple of seconds instead of having to pull your entire set of pants and trousers down and squat somewhere while you try not to fall over into a puddle of your own urine.

It's because it's convenient, not because its men.

😆😆😆

”pull out a little hose!”

ThisCandidMintGoose · 20/05/2026 21:41

LavenderSkiesxo · 20/05/2026 21:37

I think men feel powerless at the moment.

They are no longer the breadwinner for many families. They no longer outearn their partners. It must be humiliating to do a full day at work, feel knackered whilst your partner has done a full day, the school run, dinners, cleaning.. oh and still finds time to look after themselves, and talk to family and friends. Why are men incapable of any of that? As a species they have not evolved and I've had enough. My partner said to me the other day, the babies nails are getting a bit sharp havent you cut them?? I looked at him and said yes I will do it but is it purely my job are you incapable??? Oh, erm, ehh, I djdnt mean that. Of course you didnt. Twat.

I thought men were priding themselves of having no role in the house chores, using their efficient wife to disappear every evening and weekend to do their "hobby" and go away with their mates? Are we on the same forum? 😂

Come on, pick one. Are they powerless, or lazy? Can't be both 😂

shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:42

@LavenderSkiesxo I think men feel powerless at the moment.
They are no longer the breadwinner for many families. They no longer outearn their partners. It must be humiliating to do a full day at work, feel knackered whilst your partner has done a full day, the school run, dinners, cleaning.. oh and still finds time to look after themselves, and talk to family and friends.

Agreed. This is why a fundamental restructuring of society is needed.

Men no longer have a sense of purpose. As a man you can study hard and avoid dating, and ultimately you won't get anywhere because the job market is shit and favours people who have better interpersonal skills, rather than the most hardworking people. Without work, there is no meaning in a man's life.

Now women can also face career difficulties... but at least as a woman, you can find meaning in friendships and building a family. Men don't have access to friendships.

The fact that there is no longer any purpose or meaning in men's lives may mean we are sitting on a time bomb that may have some very negative consequences in a few decade's time (and no, women will not benefit).

LavenderSkiesxo · 20/05/2026 21:42

ThisCandidMintGoose · 20/05/2026 21:41

I thought men were priding themselves of having no role in the house chores, using their efficient wife to disappear every evening and weekend to do their "hobby" and go away with their mates? Are we on the same forum? 😂

Come on, pick one. Are they powerless, or lazy? Can't be both 😂

You can be both?

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shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:42

FernFaery · 20/05/2026 21:38

Are they really 😂 is this why every single woman I know describes dating as one would a zombie apocalypse

The data does not support what you are saying. On dating platforms, men massively outnumber women.

FernFaery · 20/05/2026 21:42

shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:36

Oil rig workers, miners, sewage workers, bin men, chemical industries, construction.

All jobs that involve a high risk of occupational illness and/or death. Risks that do not exist with wiping arses or bathing elderly people.

92 people (male and female) were killed at work in the last reporting year.

252 women died in childbirth from 2022-2024.

Is this an argument you think you’re winning?

Walkingroundincircle22 · 20/05/2026 21:43

MyArtfulGreySloth · 20/05/2026 15:04

Mine too but we must just be lucky. It’s not ALL men, but it’s most of them.

Great line! This is what men should be aware of, 'No, it's not all men, but it is most of them.'

I had a 'good guy' ex husband, until he wasn't.

FernFaery · 20/05/2026 21:43

shuggles · 20/05/2026 21:42

The data does not support what you are saying. On dating platforms, men massively outnumber women.

You’ve made my point perfectly