Men Talk Health Kenya

A new report by the National Council for Population and Development (NCPD) shows that 80% of Kenyans who are homeless are men. Men also rank highly among other vulnerable populations, including persons with disabilities and total orphans. via

Cheers to a New Year filled with growth, resilience, and open conversations about mental health and men's well-being! 🎉✨ May 2024 be a year of understanding, support, and breaking down barriers. Here's to embracing our mental health journey together! 🌟

Ever since I was a kid I've always felt things deeper than everybody else. It has always been a strength but also my biggest weakness. Being an empath, I could feal other people's fears and anxieties and was deeply aware of my own. When life abruptly changed after my dad passed away, the grief came with a heavy sense of loneliness. A loneliness I battle to this day.

The first time I tried to end things, I was 17 in my final year at high school. It had been a tough year. Being ostracized by some of my friends in high school in the lead up to the 07 elections, being in Naivasha at the height of the post election violence and deciding to go back to the same high school after the elections despite my mother's protestation. I would rather face that than change. But deep down it felt like I was doing everything alone. Facing it alone. And I didn't want to do it any more so I went to the shop bought some anti malaria tabs and took a whole lot.

It's September 10, World Su***de Awareness day and sitting deciding whether I should post anything or let it slide. Despite my mental health advocacy, I pick on how those around me find it hard talking about mental illness and su***de. I notice how we have no respect for those who've left us by means of su***de. How society casually talks about it. How your family tells you not to talk about it. 

My last attempt was exactly two weeks ago. I'm still trying to process it while still pushing through life. The loneliness hangs like a cloud over my head but luckily I have people who bring sunshine in moments through this experience. That I'm grateful for. My sister who listens to me cry over the phone and holds space for me to be my most vulnerable. My friends who come through for me in little ways that keep me going. 

There are many reasons why I'm still here. And maybe one of them will be to share my story when I'm ready. To help show others that we can unburden ourself of shame, heal through the grief of losing others and ourselves, find spaces where we can be our true and vulnerable space and despite everything we go through we will thrive. ❤️❤️❤️

Let's break the silence and end the stigma surrounding mental health. It's time to have open conversations and support one another in our journey toward well-being. 🗣️💛

This month, let's come together and share our stories, experiences, and knowledge about mental health. By speaking up, we can create a safe and understanding space where no one feels alone. 🤝❤️

Whether you've personally struggled with mental health challenges or know someone who has, your voice matters. Let's encourage empathy, compassion, and acceptance, so that no one feels judged or ashamed when seeking help. 🤗💙

Remember, it's okay to not be okay. We all face ups and downs, and there's strength in seeking support. Reach out to your loved ones, friends, or professionals who can lend a listening ear or provide guidance. 🌟👂

Use this month as an opportunity to educate yourself and others about mental health. Share resources, helpful tips, and stories of resilience. Let's spread awareness far and wide, ensuring that mental health receives the attention and understanding it deserves. 📚🌍

Together, we can create a world that embraces mental health with kindness and empathy. Let's be the change we wish to see! Join the conversation and let's fight the stigma surrounding mental health. 🌈💪

May is Mental Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and well-being. This month serves as a reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health and that we all have a role to play in supporting those who may be struggling.

The past year has been challenging for everyone, and it has highlighted the importance of prioritizing our mental health. It's okay to not be okay, and it's important to remember that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Let's use this month to break the stigma surrounding mental health and start the conversation. Whether it's checking in with a friend, talking to a professional, or practicing self-care, every little step can make a difference. Together, let's create a world where mental health is treated with the same level of care and attention as physical health 💚

Anxiety may feel overwhelming, but it doesn't define you. Remember to take deep breaths, stay present in the moment, and reach out for support when you need it. You've got this!

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Project Maisha lets talk mental health Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It determines how we handle stress, relate...

Shame and guilt are powerful emotions that can hold us back from experiencing love and healing. When we carry around feelings of shame and guilt, we are essentially telling ourselves that we are not worthy of love or forgiveness. These negative emotions can become a barrier to fully embracing ourselves and others.

To love fully and experience true healing, we must first learn to let go of shame and guilt. This means acknowledging our mistakes and flaws, but also recognizing that they do not define us as individuals. By accepting ourselves with kindness and compassion, we can begin to cultivate self-love and build healthier relationships with others.

Healing requires us to confront difficult emotions and experiences, but it also requires us to be gentle with ourselves along the way. By releasing shame and guilt, we create space for growth and transformation, allowing us to move forward with greater self-awareness and resilience.

So, let's make a commitment to let go of shame and guilt, and embrace our o with kindness and self-love. Only then can we truly love and be loved.

Building a strong community can be a game-changer when it comes to your mental health journey. It's important to surround yourself with people who are supportive, non-judgmental, and understanding. Being vulnerable and opening up to others about your struggles can be daunting, but it's a necessary step in healing and growth. Remember, you don't have to go through it alone. Together, we can create a safe and empowering space where we can lift each other up and help each other thrive."

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How would you define a man today? aptly kicked off his Men's workshop with an exercise to get participants to define what a man means to them. There was a sense of Deja Vu at that moment. I had been in discussions like these before and a few things always stood out.

It is easier to define a man by putting him in a box. Everyone has their idea of what a man should be and then there's the societal definition and expectation that seems to hover like a cloud above us. Like with previous discussions that I had been party to, we were torn between traditional takes on masculinity and modern expectations of the same. Do we need to bring back the traditional man or redefine what manhood is in this day and age? Are we ready to have the necessary discussion, to learn and relearn, to do the work?

Thinking back on how it went down during the workshop, I know there is a willingness to do this work. I want to believe with people like Rix leading and showing the way, we will be able to start having programmes and safe spaces to get us to where we want to be.

Join and I tonight as we talk about trauma healing and mental illness in men. I've been thinking about this for a while now and there is no one better to engage in this dialogue than Rix.

Rix has been doing amazing work in the mental health space through sharing his story, advocacy work, the , and creating a space for men through his workshops.

I hope you'll join us tonight as we talk about trauma, mentally illness and a wide range of other topics ☺️😎

reminders for men

Achieving and maintaining wellness requires effort. Wellness wheel via

If you ever want to love someone, love yourself unconditionally first - Debasish Milridha

Anyone with any experience or tips on how to deal with this?

Imagine all the things we could be if we weren't driven by insecurities, fear, guilt and shame. This year we set out to break cycles that do not spur our self growth. To find the love Bell Hooks defined as commitment to one's and other's self growth. To find balance in our lives, learning and relearning, reparenting our inner child and giving ourselves grace through any setbacks. Healing is a continuous journey but a worthwhile one.

Happy New Year

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Happy International Men's Day to all the men out there and those who identify as male. There's no work more important than the work we do on ourselves. May we hold space for one another, inspire each other and raise each other to be our better selves.

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