Such a good refelectiom here. I also love Calvin & Hobbes, and many other classic pieces of literature where u fortunately women are objectified, men are expected to thrive in isolation, and violent enforcement of “the rules” is to be expected. It’s messed up.

Some fabulous explorations of this space can be found in Mark Greene’s The Little #MeToo Book for men. Also Gabor Mate’s Myth of Normal. And the one I think you might find the most intriguing - the Flowering Wand, by Sophie Strand.