They are reprimanded for being sensitive, they are spoiled to be incompetent, they are pampered to be vain, they are exploited for support and security. But they are seldom treated the way they deserve to be. They are rarely appreciated, or celebrated.

Being fortunate enough to have some amazing men within my family and friends, I wish the world would have many more of them. The onus is on us to make our men amazing. Let us raise them to be kind and caring. Let us teach them to be respectful. Let us exhort them to be self-subsistent. Let us inspire them to be confident. Let us encourage them to be warm and supportive.

Here's to all the wonderful men out there - Wish you have the strength to love and respect your women, cry freely, express your emotions without being judged, and live a life without the burdens of patriarchy.

Happy International Men's Day!