BILLERICAY & PITSEA MEN'S GROUP'S
Challenging the stigma that surrounds men's mental health
Men have long faced challenges in expressing their emotions and navigating their life experiences authentically.
The immense pressure to conform to a narrow and often stoic definition of masculinity has caused many men to disconnect from their hearts and suppress their emotions.
Moreover, these societal pressures have created barriers for men to find genuine outlets for self-expression, leading to distorted understandings of what it truly means to be a man.
This stifling of emotional expression not only affects men individually but also hinders their ability to form deep and meaningful connections with others.
By creating a culture that equates vulnerability with weakness, society perpetuates harmful stereotypes and prevents men from fully embracing their authentic selves.
The Billericay & Pitsea Men's Groups provide a free, peer-led support network for men seeking to improve their mental and emotional well-being.
Our weekly sessions combine open discussions, practical tools, and holistic practices including physical movement and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), to help participants release emotional tension, build resilience, and foster self-awareness.
Each session offers a safe and non-judgmental environment where men can openly share their challenges and triumphs while connecting with others in a supportive community. Join us to experience a blend of camaraderie, practical insights, and transformative practices designed to support your mental well-being. By addressing mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression, we aim to break the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and create a culture of openness and strength to build a stronger, more connected community.
Our group also provides access to additional resources, ongoing support through our community group chat and tools to help members take charge of their mental health journey. With a focus on fostering connection, emotional balance, and personal growth, we empower men to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and resilience.
77%
Of all suicides are committed by men.
1in2men
Will have a mental health disorder in their life time
29%
Of those who haven't done so, say they are "too embarrassed" to speak about it.
40%
Of Men said that they dont talk about there mental health because they have learned to deal with it.
The Current Landscape
The complexities of masculinity are often misunderstood, and the overwhelming societal expectations to conform to traditional ideals can have serious consequences.
This discourages open communication among peers and results in a profound disconnection from one's authentic self, leading to physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual turmoil.
Men are forced to wear a mask of strength and invulnerability, suppressing their natural emotions and denying themselves the opportunity for growth and healing.
The term "toxic," often associated with the disposal of harmful waste, has worsened the issue by overshadowing the understanding of the shadow masculine. This lack of mainstream knowledge has caused many men to suppress, ignore, and attempt to detach from the darker aspects of their personality.
By labelling certain traits or emotions as "toxic," society fails to acknowledge the inherent complexity of human nature,
Every individual possesses both light and dark within them, and it is essential to embrace and integrate all aspects of the self to achieve true balance and wholeness.
In our modern, fast-paced world, men have increasingly become disconnected from their emotions, prioritising rationality and logic over their own emotional well-being. The societal pressure for men to embody stoicism and suppress their emotions has led to a profound disconnection from their inner emotional landscapes. This disconnection is further exacerbated by the constant bombardment of distractions and stressors that surround us in a society where material desires and methods of escape, such as alcohol and drugs, are more accessible than ever before. And as a result we find ourselves more disconnected than ever before, not only physically and mentally, but also emotionally and spiritually.
This disconnection not only takes a toll on their mental health but also impedes their ability to form genuine connections with others. By suppressing their emotions, men deprive themselves of the chance to be vulnerable, empathetic, and truly intimate.
So where does the man who no longer want to be consumed my the negative aspects of the mind go., Well that's where the hardest journey a modern man can take begins...…. The Journey from the head to the Heart, I promise it changes you forever.
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