Why do boys have to cover up their emotions? Why dont they show them?
117263
boys cover up their feelings because they are so dumb that they can't be honest aand open enough to tell a girl that they have feelings. but then again they might be scared but i think that a boy should be man enough to be honest about his feelings what are they so scared of that they can't tell their feelings.
1164639
There are a couple different reasons for this one is, some people don't know how to express their feelings and they just want to fore get about their problems so, when you ask they explode. Perhaps it is a sensitive issue, and they can't talk about it because they feel stupid and that no one will understand. Also Some people, which would be in most cases, like attention and to make themselves noticed at every moment so they make a big deal of nothing to get recognized. Just try to ignore them it is hard but you have to try. These are the main reasons for people bursting out when you simple ask them something.
439407
Some have trouble expressing how they feel therefor they have learned form someone or something that this is how to show affection.Talk to him about it and see hwat he says if he doesnt break down and answer break it off
235737
Guys are shy when it comes to feelings and the like.  Also they don't like to open up unless they are almost positive the feeling is returned, they don't like to be hurt.  Sometimes you just have to coax it out of them.
278817
Laughing makes everything better, even deep pain.  Guys do that all the time, or they force themselves to shrug it off.  It's simply a coping mechanism.  Guys do not give as much credence to their emotions as do girls.  That is what makes most of us tough and able to deal with bad things better.  One more of the many differences between the sexes.
1035771
No, there's nothing wrong with you crying. It's ok to show your emotions and many guys don't like to express their emotions openly. You're only expressing how you feel so what is wrong with that? And yes, I'm Indian.
290968
Well, guys are strange creatures.  Guys hide their feelings for some reason, too afraid of getting hurt, commitment, etc. You can usually tell when someone likes you. When they hide it, they will usually avoid any topic that pertains to relationships, dating, commitment, etc. Maybe he isn't sure how he feels about you yet, depending on age, maybe he's trying to find out what his friends think of you before he starts anything with you (young guys are guilty of this!). Avoiding eye contact, any serious subject, even running the other direction are signs to look for. Good luck!
211930
It's an unhealthy attitude in our society that needs to be adjusted.  Teaching boys to hold it all in, they will eventually have to let it out.
460895
nope- he doesn't know what he wants and he's too immature it sounds like- I went through the same thing.  Boys can turn on and off emotions in a pinch- (think about a situation where they should be crying, but aren't!  They can control their emotions- even love- better than we can) maybe he had a crush on you at one point, but he's just playing you now
531429
Because we invest ourselves into relationships. We forget that having a relationship doesn't define us. They don't really know that the hurt goes so deep. Remember, their experience as kids is mostly with other boys.\nAlways remember to say what you want and be honest. Anyone who can't handle that is not worth your time.
100615
Sweetheart, I've been there and done that. The lesson that I learned was that when a 'boy' makes you cry, he doesn't care about your feelings, only his own. When someone cares about you, they want to see you smiling. Maybe he's insecure or not really ready for a real relationship. You don't have to cry over him, though. First of all, think about what you are crying for? Is it because of something he said or did? Does he hurt your feelings often? If so, let him go, girl! Life is too short to be crying and unhappy. The decision is all yours.
894003
parents sometimes lie because they think they are protecting their children.  that the truth might hurt them.  the example you gave sounded like the parents wanted a night out alone to celebrate their anniversary, and felt guilty, that they were not including their child. so rather than hurt their child's feelings made up an excuse.  so, i don't think it's a matter that they don't like talking about love stuff around their kids as a matter that they are protecting their child from not wanting to include him/her on their special ocassion.
723009
I think by using the words "boys" with the punctuation, you are meaning men here who act like boys.  If so, I agree.  Men who are insecure build themselves up by put downs against others, sometimes women.  Perhaps they had fathers that modeled the behavior for them.  Or perhaps they hate women b/c they were mistreated and/or abused by their mothers.  Who knows?  I know one thing...many of them go home to their wives/girlfriends after a day of acting "macho" and cry like helpless little babies they are...believe me its true.
602477
Boys are so stupid at that age!  I remember, I was stupid then, too.\n\nIt is possible that some of the boys are teasing about it simply because they want to talk to you and have no idea what to say.  Think up some good comebacks (that don't insult them; just 'cause they don't realize how much they hurt you doesn't mean that they wouldn't feel hurt.)  Who knows, you may find yourself in a fun exchange of banter with one of them; and once you start the conversation, you could nicely ask that some subjects be off-limits.  At that point, the ones with any manhood developing in them will respect that.\n\nGood luck!
316257
Because men are supposed to be the emotionally strong and balanced ones. And crying is a sign of weakness...or so people think. I do not believe that.
60987
There might be different reasons. One is that they might think you won't find out about those little things, thus missing the point of the importance of being honest. Another is that they are afraid of ruining their image before their girlfriends, which shows immaturity.\n\nThe list goes on and on, but you better figure it out from personal experience.
727866
Eh. it's a tuffy. Some guys show it differently. Like maybe they will laugh at you & make fun of you, like most immature boys, or they will come right out & tell you. Guys are very...weird with their feelings. They're just too complicated. Haha.