There's a relevant phenomena called benevolent sexism, a subsection of this: ambivalent sexism
The gist is that some forms of sexism reinforce the idea that the genders are so fundamentally different that certain forms of treatment are called for by the fundamental differences in the genders. Men are supposed to be less capable of having or expressing emotions. Because of this, men are called on and taught to suppress most of their emotions (anger, revenge, gloating or sexual pleasure appear to be the exceptions). If men defy this set of social requirements, they suffer punishment, ranging from teasing and/or bullying to potentially being killed.
The interesting thing about benevolent sexism is that it appears to be positive (affirming one's gender identity and/or offering comforting routines for dealing with life events) or even sometimes complimentary. In some ways, that's why it sucks the most--it looks like you're being complemented for some strength, but the converse (eg not showing that strength) is almost always punished.
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