Your 2nd Act
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Your 2nd Act
Why Won’t He Open Up? Helping Midlife Men Break the Silence
As we move through midlife, we often focus on the changes we’re experiencing, but what about the men in our lives? Our husbands, partners, brothers, and friends are navigating their own challenges, often in silence.
In this deeply relatable conversation, Michelle speaks with Tim Hewson, founder of Mongrels Men, a groundbreaking charity supporting men’s mental health. Tim shares his personal journey of hiding his struggles for 20 years and how hitting rock bottom after divorce led him to create a safe, supportive community for men to connect, share, and heal.
Together, Michelle and Tim explore why so many men find it hard to open up, why isolation hits hard in midlife, and how women can play a crucial role in helping the men they love seek support. They also unpack the alarming rates of male suicide, the stigma around vulnerability, and why we need to change the conversation around masculinity - not just for men, but for all of us.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Many men are taught to hide their struggles, leaving them isolated and unsupported.
✅ Community and connection are powerful tools for improving men’s mental health.
✅ Suicide rates among men are alarmingly high - 75% of deaths by suicide are male.
✅ Women can play a pivotal role in encouraging men to seek help and open up.
✅ Midlife can be a time of loneliness for men, and building friendships can help break that cycle.
✅ Educational programs are key to reshaping conversations around mental health.
✅ Supporting the mental health of the men in our lives ultimately strengthens our families and communities.
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