General

In Rome, the towering column on Via dei Fori Imperiali commemorates Emperor Trajan’s victory over the Dacians and showcases Roman and Germanic warriors. This ties into the legendary Norse berserkers and their battle-fury, which influenced hero narratives like Beowulf and Cù Chulainn. Anger and grief, deeply interwoven in ancient European cultures, reveal the complexities of emotional expression, highlighting the need for modern society to find healthier ways to manage these powerful emotions.

Emotions are often misunderstood and stigmatized, especially when tied to gender. In Western cultures, being emotional is wrongly linked to irrationality and weakness, with women frequently labeled as more sensitive and less rational than men. Despite no scientific basis for gender differences in emotionality, these stereotypes persist, impacting how emotions are perceived and expressed. Understanding and valuing emotions is essential for breaking these harmful stereotypes and fostering emotional intelligence.

  Introduction  In today’s rapidly evolving society, the concept of “Emotional Respectful Men” is gaining significant attention. Historically, men have