Self imposed masculinity pressure isn't the only reason so many men are depressed. But it's a big one.
Policing your own behavior can lead to loneliness and isolation, and straight up just not enjoying things.
Bad: No one shows me affection!
Good: Aye, I love you man!
Bad: Men don't eat ice cream!
Good: This ice cream is hitting!
Bad: Changing diapers is women's work!
Good: My diaper game is unmatched! NASCAR has nothing on me! I invented the baby pit stop!