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The narrative portrays modern men as increasingly emasculated and disillusioned. Women’s pursuit of independence, higher education, and resistance to traditional roles has led to a society where men feel their purpose diminishes. They are portrayed as constantly striving to keep ahead of their wives' achievements, fearing being overtaken, and battling jealousy over their wives’ interactions with other men.
This, she suggests, leads to emotional exhaustion and a loss of purpose, making masculinity itself a fragile construct in modern times. Men are depicted as struggling with their inability to fulfill societal expectations, which in turn affects their happiness and mental health.