Title: The Rise of the Alpha Male in 2025: A Menace to Toxic Masculinity
The trend of toxic masculinity is set to continue its reign in 2025, thanks to the rise of powerful figures like Donald Trump and Nigel Farage. Trump’s presidency and impending return to power have brought an alarming wave of Alpha Male enthusiasts, who aspire to embody qualities like strength, aggression, and dominance.
Last year, saw significant breakthroughs for women in politics and the entertainment industry. Angela Rayner became the UK’s Deputy Prime Minister, Kemi Badenoch led the Conservative Party, and Raye won songwriter of the year at the Brit awards. However, despite these progressions, toxic masculinity still thrives, often at the hands of powerful figures.
Donald Trump, a master of the Alpha Male archetype, has been criticized for his misogyny and rape allegations. Andrew Tate, who has also championed the idea of toxic masculinity, has made headlines for his controversial views and actions.
Social media platforms are also playing their part in propagating this mentality. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, recently made headlines by scrapping Facebook’s fact-checking program to allow for “free expression”. This move was seen as an attempt to give Trump a leg up ahead of his return to the White House.
Experts have warned that this trend can lead to violence and aggression towards women and minorities. BACP-registered therapist Stefan Walters believes that toxic masculinity victimizes all sexes, causing people to shut down emotionally and feel pressured to conform.
In response, grassroots groups across the US and UK are organizing protests and demonstrations to oppose the attacks on abortion rights, violence against women and girls, and transphobia. With the zeitgeist shifting and public backlash growing against toxic masculinity, there is a glimmer of hope that society can shift its values and adopt a more accepting and empathetic attitude.