A thought-provoking post by X user Juggs Mathis has gone viral, urging Black men to raise their standards and surround themselves with love, loyalty, and understanding.
The message, posted on Friday, encourages Black men to reject disrespect and the bare minimum in relationships, while embracing compassion, appreciation, and emotional support.
Mathis wrote, “Black Men… I need y’all to stop accepting the bare minimum and disrespect. I need y’all to surround yourselves with love and loyalty. Understanding and compassion. Softness and appreciation. This will get y’all back to the KINGS you are and restore order.”
The post has sparked a widespread conversation, accumulating thousands of reposts, likes, and replies.
Many users have praised the message for addressing the emotional needs of Black men, who often face societal pressure to be strong and stoic, even when it comes at the cost of their well-being.
“This tweet speaks to the importance of finding spaces that uplift and support our growth, rather than settling for less,” one user responded.
Mathis’ call for Black men to embrace “softness and appreciation” challenges traditional ideas of masculinity, advocating for emotional openness as a key part of true strength.
The post taps into the larger cultural discussion surrounding the mental and emotional health of Black men, who face unique challenges tied to systemic racism and social expectations.
