The Invisible Battle: How Men Are Secretly Fighting Body Image Pressures and Winning Against All Odds
“Men shouldn’t care how they look.”
This message shames men for caring about appearance and creates silence around their struggles.
“Dad bod is okay—but only if you’re successful.”
Even body-positive messages for men are often conditional. The idea that you can have a “dad bod” but only if you’re funny, wealthy, or powerful still reinforces worth tied to external validation.
These mixed messages create confusion—and emotional isolation.
How Therapy Can Help: Body Image Counseling for Men in Chicago
One of the most powerful things a man can do is explore his relationship with his body in a safe, nonjudgmental space. Therapy offers exactly that.
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