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Quotes about machismo

Machismo, a term deeply rooted in cultural and social dynamics, represents a traditional concept of masculinity characterized by assertiveness, dominance, and a strong sense of pride. Originating from Spanish and Portuguese cultures, machismo has evolved to embody both positive and negative connotations, often associated with the stereotypical image of the "macho man." This concept extends beyond mere physical strength, encompassing a broader spectrum of behaviors and attitudes that emphasize male superiority and control. People are drawn to quotes about machismo because they offer a lens through which to explore the complexities of gender roles and societal expectations. These quotes often provoke thought and discussion, challenging individuals to reflect on the balance between strength and sensitivity, power and empathy. In a world increasingly aware of gender dynamics, machismo serves as a focal point for conversations about equality, respect, and the evolving definition of masculinity. By delving into these quotes, readers can gain insights into the cultural narratives that shape our understanding of what it means to be a man, while also questioning and redefining those narratives in the pursuit of a more inclusive and equitable society.

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Machismo itself had turned against the machos, made man a prisoner of himself, obliged not to cry, not to fail to get it up, not to give in, not to say uncle…. Fear, your name is macho, something the Bard never said, but that I do. How many women have screwed the man they wanted, simply because he couldn’t refuse a woman?”[House of the Fortunate Buddha]
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En este mundo de cochina mentalidad”, piensa Jenny, “eres la esposa de alguien o la puta de alguien; o vas camino de convertirte en una de las dos cosas. Si no encajas en ninguna de las dos categorías, todo el mundo trata de hacerte creer que algo te pasa.
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To be stabbed by a woman you didn't even sleep with for several years first," Ryland said. "Shameful. Had you an ounce of male pride you'd hang yourself with your own penis.
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The two men stared at each other. Assumptions were made, judgments rendered, dicks measured.
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Ésta es la opinión que tiene de sí misma. No le importa ser como la carne.
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Dejaría yo de ser un hombre si tu incapacidad de mujer no te hiciera el doble de atractiva a mis ojos.
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En las plantaciones, los trabajadores casan hasta con un pedazo de palo si viste polleras. Para tener mujer en casa, para poder acostarse con ella, también para poder conversar. La mujer presta muchos servicios, usted ni siquiera se imagina. Ayuda hasta en la pollítica. Le da hijos a uno, impone respeto. Para lo demás, están las mujerzuelas
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Claire knew full well from the videos that there were things a man could do to a woman that didn't kill her, but made her wish she was dead.
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Vacunarse de testosterona puede ser una técnica de resistencia para los cuerpos que hemos sido asignados como bio-mujeres. Adquirir una cierta inmunidad política de género: como coger un pedo de masculinidad, estar borracha de masculinidad. Saber que es posible devenir la especie dominante.
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J'ai un comportement d'homme, ou plus exactement on m'a appris à agir et à penser comme un être naturellment supérieur à la femme. Tout me le permettait: la religion, le texte coranique, la société, la tradition, la famille, le pays... et moi-même...
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