COMMENT: Black men, speak to people you trust about how you feel
Supporting your friends health can be as easy as keeping an eye on them; supporting your own mental health can be a bit harder, but opening your mouth to chat about your problems will help take that weight off. Here, men’s streetwear brandONE OF the contributors to the state of men’s mental health is that we’re less likely to seek help than our female counterparts.
Meanwhile, Stormzy challenged stereotypes by speaking openly about his mental health. His candid 2017 interview was seen as a breakthrough for black men who are underserved by mental health services but. His comments were followed up by Dave’s seminal album, Psychodrama, which bridges important topics from mental health to identity politics.
In a world where men are still wrongly expected to be stoic and emotionless, taking the first step in opening up can be the biggest challenge. Make sure you’re checking in on your friends regularly. Knowing that you have a listening ear is invaluable when talking about mental health for the first time.Charities and campaigns have been releasing valuable resources to help you do this.
If you’re not sure where to start, first try to identify the emotions you’re feeling. Is it sadness? Despair? Loneliness? Understanding the specific emotions you’re experiencing can help you to start the conversation. Think about what you want from it too – are you looking for advice, or just a listening ear? Considering these elements will make the conversation feel like less of a hurdle.
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