Tek aEvl<p>“I’m sorry if I fall short as a boyfriend sometimes… I’m over here teaching myself how to be a man.” 💭<br>A lot of men aren’t cold. They aren’t heartless. They aren’t incapable of love. They’re just learning on the fly.<br>Many of us weren’t shown how to be a good partner.<br>We weren’t taught how to love properly.<br>We weren’t given a manual on how to express emotions without looking weak.<br>🔹 We learned independence before we learned vulnerability.<br>🔹 We learned survival before we learned love.<br>🔹 We learned how to take on the world before we learned how to let someone in.<br>So if I fall short, if I don’t always know how to show up perfectly, it’s not because I don’t care. It’s because I’m still figuring it out.<br>🔥 Real men aren’t born—they’re built.<br>💡 And growth takes time.<br>A little patience, a little understanding, and a woman who sees the effort can make all the difference. Because teaching yourself how to be a man while trying to love someone right? That’s a war most men fight silently.</p><p><a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=Manhood" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Manhood</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=Growth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Growth</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=LoveAndLessons" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>LoveAndLessons</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=EmotionalMaturity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>EmotionalMaturity</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=BecomingBetter" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>BecomingBetter</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=Masculinity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Masculinity</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=Relationships" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Relationships</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=Healing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Healing</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=RealMen" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>RealMen</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=SelfImprovement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SelfImprovement</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=Vulnerability" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Vulnerability</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=EmotionalGrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>EmotionalGrowth</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=Patience" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Patience</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=Understanding" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Understanding</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=MenMatter" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>MenMatter</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=MentalHealth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>MentalHealth</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=StrongNotSilent" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>StrongNotSilent</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=LoveTakesWork" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>LoveTakesWork</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=PersonalGrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>PersonalGrowth</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=LearningToLove" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>LearningToLove</span></a></p><p><a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=exposed" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>exposed</span></a> <a href="https://www.urbanmind.net/search?tag=aEvl+us" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>aEvl us</span></a></p>
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Mastodon Trends South Africa<p>The following hashtags are trending across South African Mastodon instances:</p><p><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/crosswords" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>crosswords</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/internationalmensday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>internationalmensday</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/positivemalerolemodels" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>positivemalerolemodels</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/menwellbeing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>menwellbeing</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/celebratemen" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>celebratemen</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/rolemodels" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>rolemodels</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/healthyrelationships" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>healthyrelationships</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/communityheroes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>communityheroes</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/GenderEquality" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>GenderEquality</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/menmatter" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>menmatter</span></a></p><p>Based on recent posts made by non-automated accounts. Posts with more boosts, favourites, and replies are weighted higher.</p>
SCAB Pharmacy Limited<p>𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! 🌍💪</p><p>Today, on November 19, we recognize the invaluable contributions of men to our families, communities, and society. This year's theme, "𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘀," encourages us to shine a light on men who inspire and uplift those around them.</p><p>Let’s take a moment to appreciate the everyday heroes—fathers, brothers, friends, and mentors—who embody integrity, kindness, and responsibility. Together, we can foster positive relationships and promote a culture of respect among all genders.</p><p>Join us in celebrating the essence of manhood by highlighting positive role models in your life! Share your stories and let’s create a wave of positivity together! </p><p><a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/InternationalMensDay" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>InternationalMensDay</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/PositiveMaleRoleModels" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>PositiveMaleRoleModels</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/MenWellbeing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>MenWellbeing</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/CelebrateMen" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CelebrateMen</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/RoleModels" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>RoleModels</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/HealthyRelationships" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>HealthyRelationships</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/CommunityHeroes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityHeroes</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/GenderEquality" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>GenderEquality</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/MenMatter" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>MenMatter</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.africa/tags/SCABPharmacy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>SCABPharmacy</span></a></p><p>Let’s make a difference today!</p>
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