Overcoming Toxic Masculinity, Substance Abuse, and Love and Sex Addiction

Raised in a prominent Muslim and Catholic family, Italian Moroccan artist Kamal Jauad Abdelilah experienced a traumatic coming out that led to struggles with substance abuse, love and sex addiction, and finding peace in his masculine softness and vulnerability. We discuss how toxic masculinity restricts and hurts men, why meth is so common in the gay community, and how being brave enough to be who you are sets you free.