Pakistan, July 31 -- Television host Mathira has urged society to rethink how boys are raised, arguing that many men are taught to suppress their emotions while carrying heavy responsibilities. Speaking in a recent interview, she said this approach often leaves men struggling to express their feelings and affects their ability to become supportive fathers, husbands, sons and brothers. She stressed that emotional well-being should be encouraged from an early age rather than ignored.

Mathira said many men feel pressured to remain emotionally strong at all times, preventing them from openly discussing sadness, stress or depression. She explained that teaching boys it is acceptable to express emotions could help them build healthier relation...