Real talk: You’re older. You’ve got sense. Now what?
Maybe your younger brother, cousin, or guy friend just made a dumb joke about menstruation, or maybe they’re genuinely confused. Either way—you’ve got the perfect opportunity to school them… the chill way.
This isn’t about being preachy. It’s about keeping it real, respectful, and simple.
🧠 Why Bother?
Because silence = ignorance.
And ignorance = shame, bad jokes, and zero empathy.
You can be the guy who breaks that cycle (pun intended 😏).
🗣️ What Should You Say?
Here’s a super easy script to work with:
“Hey bro, just so you know—menstruation is a normal thing that girls go through. It’s not gross. It’s part of life. Don’t be weird about it.”
That’s it. Keep it short, confident, and casual.
If they’re curious, go a bit deeper:
- “It’s not something to joke about.”
- “It can be painful or uncomfortable for girls, so respect goes a long way.”
- “If you don’t understand something, ask respectfully—not in a ‘haha’ kind of way.”
😎 How to Make It Cool (And Not Cringe)
- Talk like a big bro, not a school teacher.
- Use real-life examples. “Remember when our classmate stained her skirt? That’s exactly why we shouldn’t laugh—it’s tough enough for her already.”
- Be confident. If you say it like it’s normal, they’ll take it that way too.
- Stay calm if they laugh. Just say: “One day you’ll get it. And when you do, you’ll wish you knew sooner.”
🤝 What If They Push Back?
Them: “Why should I care?”
You: “Because real guys protect, not embarrass.”
Them: “It’s not our business.”
You: “That’s what makes it your business. If you’re not helping, you’re adding to the problem.”
🔥 Gentle Kings Raise Gentle Kings, it starts with you.
The more you normalize menstruation talk, the easier it gets for the next guy—and for every girl who’s just trying to live her life.