MY thoughts on mental health

Discover the real signs of burnout in men, how it shows up in the body and nervous system, and practical ways to reset, rebalance, and recover

Suicide doesn’t always look like despair. Discover how men mask pain, why stereotypes harm, and how connection can save lives.

Male suicide is complex. Explore research on why men struggle, hidden signs, and how conversations can save lives.

Many men say they have no close friends. Discover why friendship gets harder with age, and how men’s groups help rebuild real connection.

I’ve followed The Hurt Locker Podcast from the beginning. It first came onto my radar during a period of personal uncertainty, and I was immediately struck by the honesty of the conversations, the diversity of guests, the humour, and the empathy behind Yinka’s style. So, when I was invited to take part, I said yes. I wanted to step into the Hurt Locker to open up about what it means to support men in moving from disconnection to presence in a way that’s grounded, compassionat

Self-harm is not just a teenage issue or something that only affects women! My experience working with men supports research showing that th

Talking about the trauma of sexual abuse and seeking therapy are not signs of weakness; they are acts of profound courage.

When we hear about male suicide, it's often: men need to talk. While opening up is important, this narrative oversimplifies a complex issue.

Baumeister’s Psychological Pain theory helps me understand the deep emotional pain that can lead someone to see suicide as their only escape

We all have a need to belong but when people feel disconnected, rejected, or isolated, it can lead to severe emotional distress.

For quite a while now I have been  thinking about the voices that we hear in the social media world of suicide prevention. It seems like...

It's really hard to say why a man thinks about suicide or goes through with it, but understanding more can make a real difference.