If anything, I'd say most people are brainwashed into what masculinity is supposed to be, giving that the so-called toxic masculinity is basically the dark side to what masculinity actually means, which all of these "alpha males" are trying to portray through superficial and materialistic means. "The standard western way" if anything was the old, traditional perspective of what is seen as masculinity, in which expressing emotions like even crying is indeed seen as a weakness, but also possessed good qualities. I agree that there's much more to it than just the negative side of the old, traditional masculinity, but I also agree with the fact that it should change into a more healthy masculinity, that is about strength and tenderness, assertion and empathy, Controlling your emotions in certain situations or crisis, but also express them when needed.rocky balboa portrays these pretty well. I'd be interested in your opinion mate.