Sensitivity

Guys are not allowed to bare
Stark signs of sensitivity.
No hearts and flowers,
Tears or fears to
Scratch their petrified veneer.
It preys upon the notion of
Severe perceptibility from
Simple-minded sycophants who 
Relish just to taunt and jeer.

Truth is, guys, you’re not so tough,
And it’s okay to shed a tear when
Burdens of a fearsome world
Come crashing like a hurricane.
And pathos does not beg for pity
When emotions intercede to
Bring about a fit reaction
Mitigating potent pain.

Feelings are not bandits bent on
Stealing masculinity,
And empathy need not be vilified.
For as we bend to aid a friend
With simple sensitivity
Both dignity and pride are multiplied.

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