It’s not that men don’t have emotions, or that they aren’t allowed to cry. Being a man isn’t just a gender, it’s a role. And that role dictates that there’s a time and place for emotion. In a crisis people need men to be the pillars of support and strength. Actions need to be taken and urgency dictates there’s no time for being emotional. However, when the immediate crisis is over, even die hard tough guys can break down and cry. It’s keeping your emotions in check at the appropriate times that make you a man. Keeping your anger in check when talking to women. Keeping fear in check dealing with a crisis. Keeping your hormones in check and when they aren’t appropriate for the situation. Crying during sad movies is totally acceptable. It’s time and place.