When Men Heal, Families Heal

Each year, International Men’s Day highlights the essential topic of men’s wellbeing: physical, emotional, and relational. In many ways, men still find themselves in the shadows when it comes to discussing their inner struggles.

The Numbers Don’t Lie

In the UK, the crisis is evident:

• Around three-quarters of all suicides are men. Office for National Statistics

• In England and Wales in 2023, the suicide rate for men was 17.4 per 100,000—compared to 5.7 per 100,000 for women. Office for National Statistics

• Men are far less likely to access talking therapies: only about 36% of referrals to NHS talking therapies are men. Mental Health Foundation

• Men often face multiple risks: lower life satisfaction, higher substance use, and greater dependence. Mental Health Foundation

  
  

These statistics are more than just numbers—they represent fathers, brothers, friends, and partners within our community.

Behind the Figures: What’s Really At Stake

It's not just about the statistics. For many men, the pressure to provide, protect, and be strong can create immense emotional strain. There is a cultural belief that vulnerability equates to weakness. Talking about fears, insecurities, or emotional pain often feels at odds with “being a man.” Mental Health UK

Without appropriate outlets, men may resort to harmful coping mechanisms such as isolation, avoidance, and substance misuse. When internal storms brew, they often don’t break until something more serious occurs.

What’s the Alternative? Brotherhood, Connection, and Space to Be Real

This is where men's circles and community come into play. When men gather in safe, non-judgmental spaces, transformation occurs.

• Studies indicate that strong male friendships and connections serve as a buffer against loneliness and mental health risks. Psychology Today

• Groups known as “men’s circles” are gaining popularity because they provide emotional sharing, relational trust, and an open space to explore beyond societal roles. Vitality Insurance Plans

• The practical benefits are significant: increased self-awareness, improved relationships, enhanced resilience, and reduced stigma around simply being human. Br8kethesilence

  
  

For Men, Their Families, and Their Futures

When a man continues to grow, heal, and maintain balance, everyone around him benefits.

• He can engage more fully with children or partners—not just going through the motions but being emotionally present.

• He can navigate work, life, transitions, and stress from a place of awareness rather than reaction.

• He can model for other men and boys that true strength lies in connection, authenticity, and growth.

  
  

A Call to Action

If you’re reading this and you’re a man (or know one), take a moment to reflect: Where am I holding things inside? Where am I going solo when I need support? It’s perfectly okay—and often wise—to say: I don’t have to carry this alone.

Encourage the men in your family, workplace, or friendship circle to open up, engage, and connect.

Introducing the Future Men’s Club

At Be The Future, we’re excited to launch our Men’s Club—a space dedicated to men’s wellbeing, growth, connection, and authenticity. In this Club, we will:

• Meet regularly in a safe, supportive circle of brothers.

• Explore topics like emotional resilience, purpose, relationships, and life transitions.

• Share deeply, support each other, and build honest connections.

• Be part of a community that cares not just about what you do, but who you are.

  
  

If you’re ready to take this step—to invest in yourself and join a band of men seeking real depth—then we’d love to welcome you. Join us, and let’s reshape what it means to be a man in today’s world: strong, yes—but also open, connected, and alive.

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