Theodore Roosevelt once said, "We need the iron qualities that go with true manhood." We need the positive virtues of resolution, of courage, of indomitable will, of the power to accomplish without shrinking the difficult work that must always be done” (quoted in Art of Manliness). Resolve, courage, will, power, and determination, these are all qualities that society has determined that a “real man” must possess. They shaped what, over time, came to be accepted as the enduring image of manhood: an image of predominance, invulnerability, and vigor. Men chose to pursue this vision of what they should be, and in that journey pushed women aside. As Clive Emsly explains in The Old Bailey Proceedings, in the 18th century, men were considered the stronger sex. They were expected to be stronger, both physically and emotionally, to have determination and willpower. Men were expected to be logical thinkers and scholars, they were expected to dominate their homes and provide for their families. In the 19th century, historians argue that although women began to enjoy more freedom in the workforce, they were still socially confined. Men were still expected to run their homes and be the “breadwinners.” For many years, men dominated almost every aspect of society. However, in recent decades, a movement known as feminism has emerged. The feminist movement fought for women's rights to education and equality. Women longed for the opportunity to gain knowledge and the freedom to adventure. In recent years, more than ever, the feminist movement has made great progress. It brought about a shift in gender roles and forever altered the way society views women and men. Although the efforts of feminists have accomplished great things, the movement has created...... middle of paper ......on and/or mental health issues. Likewise, some men view their mental health as a weakness and choose to suppress their illness; in doing so, worsening their condition. Much of society still chooses to ignore the fact that men are touchy. This could be the result of popular culture influence or media imposition, but it is certainly a trend that has been with society for far too long. The world has evolved and has been able to change its vision of women. Society has been able to accept femininity in the job market. Why are men still expected to be an impenetrable force of courage and valor? Society should reevaluate and seek to accept the weaknesses of men just as it has accepted the strengths of women. This is not a plea for pity; it is a call for transformation. Humanity must re-evaluate what it previously associated with true manhood, masculinity and progress..