Why do we have to act like we're okay or perfect?

Capitalist-minds are all I see where I live in the US. People trying to be perfect, I see expression of purest, honest emotions being called “weak”. I’m frustrated and confused. Why do people seek being uptight and shy away from being vulnerable and honest?

Also why on earth is masculinity so far fetched from pure honesty and emotional expression? Why do men ‘ought’ to be protective of their own selves and their beloved? I don’t like gender stereotypes and norms too much, I think it puts people in boxes and doesn’t allow honesty and authenticity.