MY thoughts on mental health

Procrastination isn’t about laziness or lack of discipline. It’s often a sign that your nervous system is in protection mode – a body-first signal to slow down. In this piece, Stephen Hall explores why men struggle to get started, what’s really happening beneath the surface, and simple, body-based ways to move through resistance with compassion.

Explore whether a “good addiction” exists. Learn the difference between passion and addiction, with insights from Dr Gabor Maté on habits, freedom, and healing.

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.

Psychosis explained in plain language: what it feels like, how it differs from schizophrenia, common myths, and how men and families can support recovery.

Feeling overloaded? Stand tall by returning to the basics: sleep, movement, time outdoors, steady nutrition, boundaries, and good people around you.

Discover what overwhelm really is, the neuroscience behind it, signs to watch for, and practical tools men can use to manage it and protect their mental health.

Many men feel like they’re drifting through life. Discover how to realign with your values and start living a life that feels like yours.

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

But here’s the truth: burnout doesn’t care how strong, capable, or successful you are. In fact, the more responsibility you carry, the more vulnerable you are.

In this article I discuss what it means to be the nice guy, where the behaviour comes from and the emotional cost and what a healthy version of masculinity looks like.

"I should have known better." That was the thought that hit me once I’d begun to settle. I talk about trauma. I support clients to...

Discover how nature supports men’s mental health by regulating the nervous system, reducing stress, and offering space to reconnect. Learn why getting outside - even briefly - can be a powerful reset.

Spending time in Nature and green spaces reduces activity in the amygdala – the brain’s fear centre – and boosts areas associated with calm, empathy, and focus.

Why Do Men Push Through When They Should Stop? It isn’t just about ignoring a cold or powering through a cough. It’s about how men are often conditioned to override their emotional and physical needs in the name of “coping” or “getting on with it.”

Have you ever noticed how men tend to open up more when they’re walking side by side with someone, rather than sitting across a table? Whether it’s during a walk; working on a car; or sitting together on a long drive, men often find it easier to talk when facing the world shoulder-to-shoulder. It’s not just anecdotal - there’s science behind it.

Discover a different approach to men's mental health. Learn how Walk and Talk Therapy creates space for men to heal, connect, and stand tall.

When we talk about postnatal depression, we almost always focus on mothers. But the truth is, 1 in 10 fathers also experience postnatal depression. This is known as Paternal Postnatal Depression and while it may be less visible, its impact is just as profound. Yet, it remains largely hidden, often dismissed as stress or typical 'dad struggles.'.

Imposter syndrome arises from a disconnection between internal self-perception and external validation. Men, in particular, are often raised with subtle but powerful messages: you must be competent, confident, and emotionally self-reliant. These unspoken rules leave little room for vulnerability or self-doubt