Men's Social Rules

A discussion about unspoken rules of masculine behavior and what men should avoid doing to maintain their image.

Core Rules for Men's Social Behavior

• Never drink from straws
• Never hold mugs or cups with two hands
• Always remove lids from drinks when possible
• Never say you feel "bloated"

Context and Reasoning

• These rules are about avoiding behaviors that make men look "soft"
• Breaking these rules can damage masculine perception
• The rules are treated as obvious but unspoken social guidelines
• Violating these rules leads to immediate social judgment from peers

Real World Example

• Story shared about a dinner with founder/investor types
• One man mentioned feeling "bloated"
• Entire table reacted negatively
• Demonstrated how breaking these rules creates immediate social awkwardness

Evolution of Rules

• List started with basic behaviors (straw drinking, cup holding)
• New rules get added as they're identified (saying "bloated")
• Rules focus on everyday behaviors that might seem insignificant
• Emphasis on maintaining masculine image in casual situations

The speakers present these as half-serious, half-humorous guidelines but treat them as legitimate social rules that men should follow to maintain their image.