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Wishing for a brighter day
(A poem inspired by Justin Timberlake song titles) Cry Me a River,When the world feels heavy,What Goes Around... Comes Around,Fears that never let me be. Mirrors reflect my pain,Caught in this endless game,Take Back the Night,Chasing shadows, feeling shame. Suit & Tie for the world to see,But inside, I’m longing to be free.Can’t Stop the Feeling,Yet I’m struggling to breathe. Tears Dry on Their Own,In silence, I fight my way,Last Night was...
For Men To Talk: A Safe Space for Men to Share for week commencing 9 February 2026
‘For Men To Talk’ is a peer support group is for men who are suffering with a mental health illness, such as anxiety, depression and grief, to talk in a safe and comfortable environment. Conversations include many factors in a man’s life, including work,...
In the shadows of the night
(A poem inspired by Jennifer Lopez song titles) Waiting for Tonight,When the weight lifts off my chest,Ain't It Funny how silence speaks,In a world that never rests. I’m Real, just a soul beneath the skin,With dreams held close, yet feeling thin.Get Right, I whisper...
Breaking the silence: Addressing mental health stigma among men
In the UK, mental health stigma is a significant issue, particularly for men. Despite growing awareness, many men still struggle to talk openly about their mental health due to societal pressures and stereotypes. The phrase "man up" often comes to mind—reinforcing the...