Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
We hear a lot about performative masculinity these days – but it's not what you think. In this episode, I argue that this term has been widely misused and clarify that women have been performing masculinity on a mass scale. Behaviors like protectiveness, dutifulness, and aggressiveness become hollow signals when they produce no real-world effects. Do not mistake the theatre for reality.
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Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides viewers with a brief, thought-provoking video several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by his clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each video to inspire viewers to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light. The ultimate mission of the channel is to reduce the amount of unnecessary suffering in the world.
#psychology #masculinity #women
We hear a lot about performative masculinity these days – but it's not what you think. In this episode, I argue that this term has been widely misused and clarify that women have been performing masculinity on a mass scale. Behaviors like protectiveness, dutifulness, and aggressiveness become hollow signals when they produce no real-world effects. Do not mistake the theatre for reality.
Join my community:
The Captains' Quarters. Attend bimonthly group consultations where I answer members' questions and work through their problems in real time. Participate in AMAs with notable guests, access nearly 100 hours of unpublished content, receive discounts on individual consultations, gain a community of supportive, like-minded individuals, and much more. Use this link to learn more: orion-taraban.com
Access me 24/7 with Orion AI:
Trained on my entire body of work, Orion AI allows me to weigh in on your situation in real time. Bridge the gap between theory and execution with actionable, personalized advice. Text or talk in over 70 languages. Available on Telegram. Start your free trial today: oriontaraban.ai
Buy my book, "The Value of Others"
A comprehensive examination of interpersonal dynamics and the economic model of relationships.
Ebook: amzn.to/460uGrA
Audiobook: amzn.to/3YfFwbx
Paperback: amzn.to/3xQuIFK
Buy my novel, "Starry Night"
A psychological exploration of the final weeks in the life of Vincent van Gogh.
Ebook: amzn.to/4qJrh9U
Audiobook: amzn.to/3LuUJRS
Paperback: amzn.to/4sGcqOY
Book a paid consultation:
oriontarabanpsyd.com/consultations
Subscribe to my newsletter: oriontarabanpsyd.com
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Master Lover Academy. Learn the secrets of great sex from seduction guru James Marshall. Use code "ORION" for 50% off your first month: masterloveracademy.com/orion
Men of Action. Master social circle game and leverage your network for better relationships with Michael Sartain.
Trusted Prenup. Safeguard your future with an affordable, custom-tailored prenup courtesy of James Sexton. Use code "ORION50" for $50 off.
Relationship King Academy. Reclaim your masculine authority with somatic therapist David Sutcliffe. Use the link to access a free webinar: davidsutcliffecoach.com/register?orid=952&opid=3
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TikTok: tiktok.com/@oriontaraban
Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090053889622
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/orion-taraban-070b45168
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Website: oriontarabanpsyd.com
Orion's Theme: youtube.com/watch?v=WrXBzQ2HDEQ
Thinking of going to grad school? Check out STELLAR, my top-rated GRE self-study program based on the world's only empirically-validated test prep system. Use the code "PSYCH" for 10% off all membership plans: https://stellargre.com.
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GRE Bites: youtube.com/@grebites4993
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youtube.com/channel/UCSduXBjCHkLoo_y9ss2xzXw/join
Sound mixing/editing by: valntinomusic.com
Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides viewers with a brief, thought-provoking video several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by his clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each video to inspire viewers to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light. The ultimate mission of the channel is to reduce the amount of unnecessary suffering in the world.
#psychology #masculinity #women
