Why do many men think that they are afraid of the C word?
610411
well im female and i hate committment cause im afraid of getting hurt
23673
We in the US live in a more sexually uptight society.  People who react with violence, are usually living in fear.  That fear is internal - they fear that their own sexuality is threatened, that they might not be (and probably aren't) the men they would like to think they were.\n\nAnd they're stronger when united in a group (like a pack of wolves) against a common enemy.  In the group they can confirm their own self-worth, and unite against anyone who would threaten that concept.\n\nThe gays, by intimating that any male can be gay, threatens that group.  They disprove all the manyly things they are saying about each other.  They exploit the weaknesses of heterosexual men.\n\nWhen faced with a threat - it's a fight or flight situation. Men fight.  Especially when they're united in a pack.\n\nI have not read the article you referenced but have read many others on the subject.
895494
people are scared of that they do not understand\n\nThey would rather someone tell them what they want to hear instead of learning the truth and be shown they are wrong
297608
I think this has something to do with being branded gay themselves.It's stigmatic, although very narrow minded, it's still out there all over the world. People are afraid of anything, or one in this case who are different and make quick assumptions.Hey, I had two great big trucky guys living across the road from me, both looked like rough rednecks, but they where very gay.Lovely guys though. Men are very egoccentric when it comes to their own manhood.
194023
Its a form being insecure.  Just like every other myth (ie. African American men being bigger).  Men just like to be reassured.  I gave up asking when I turned 30 because I just didn't care anymore
1168580
they fear that a growing portion of the health workers are gay. they fear the fact they are on the losing side of the battle. they fear the winds of change. fear has always been the rational of the truly evil!
609855
I don't know that I would say they scare me off, but they did tend to put me on the "hotseat" so to speak. It may be an instinctive or self-ego defeating impression we have of ourselves, but most men see strong willed, and intelligent women as a type of threat. We have spent so much time in the role as the "stronger sex" we have trouble finding ourselves in the passenger seat. BUT, what we males tend to forget is that women don't have the same tendency to control, so much as not let themselves BE controlled. A smart, strong willed man is more likely to try to control his female counter-part, while a smart, strong willed woman simply takes a stand and doesn't let anyone push her around. Much different case. So, I personally have found that where I had once felt defensive, I am now much more comfortable and secure in myself, so I don't feel as threatened as I once did. I believe you will most likely find that the younger generation is more inclined to be put off than the older, matured generation.
244140
Fear and prejudice, which go hand in hand.  It seems those so anti-gay are afraid of many things about it.  Most being that 80% of people have had, usually as children experimenting, a sexual liaison with someone of the same sex.  Something normal and healthy.  They are so afraid of them being classified as gay because of that it becomes a deep anger at themselves then transmitted outwards.  It's a sad thing to use an inaccurate book to back up your own fears.
290804
Because it is a secret society. It was condemned by the Catholic church as its enemy. It is perceived by some as something evil. It is a male club and thus perceived as discriminating against women. Basically it shows ignorance about the real meaning of this humanitarian organization. Fear is then a result of lack of information of something different. Freemasonry members believe in God, development of the mind by studying, love of humanity, and the freedom of men. But then some may have "fear" of free thinking men.
67216
Most men are homophobic, and you have to admin that women are the prettier sex. I believe that Peeps that are afraid of homos are shallow and are just a littls slow in general.
52922
Some guys are afraid to open up and as they are afraid of being hurt, teased, ridiculed, etc. Trust me when I say that it can be anything from something as petty as shyness stopping them to something as serious as major mental problems. It all depends on the guy. No matter how close you are to a guy, it takes a wee bit o' time before he can really begin to trust enough to open up and then there are guys like me....who open up and are honest from the word 'go'. I recommend a book titled: Men are from Mars, Women are From Venus. It is both a good read as well as offers great insight into both the male and female aspects of a relationship.
838965
The individuals that use such words feel that this is the only way they can get people to understand them.  Many use it as a way of letting off steam, but all it does is give an adverse opinion of the user and sums up their capacity to communicate.  As far as their meanings, there are many but you can bet that those making use of said words do not know their exact meaning but just their twisted definition.
690735
Men are not afraid of change. They just don't want to do it and you should not ask them too. Accept them for who they are and if you do not like it then find someone else.
159092
I think he is afraid of the reaction other people would have if he told you that. Some people really do talk when they hear about relationships. Summing it all up; can it be fear?
427992
men have huge pride and authority issues. If they show their feelings, to them, it's like showing a weakness. Just because they don't say it doesn't mean they don't feel it. they just don't like to show their weaknesses, because then they're not manly anymore.
1045510
False premise.  Not 'everyone' is scared ...'.  Come back when you have a real question.\n\nand have a nice day.
41906
People fear what they do not understand.  Often it is the folks who can't find a reason for their problems presume that things are different for them because other people are 'different'.\nBut this is a simple answer to a complex question.