TOUGH WORDS

Were Ant and Dec Right to Remove the Post?

By Steve Rothwell Overcome Trauma Stuck Points Counselling www.reliefandhope.com Blokes in emotional distress are often like wild birds. They fluff themselves up and appear strong right up to the moment they are about to fall off the perch. The comparison may sound absurd, or even insensitive, but it holds. When men are under sustained emotional strain, many slip into automatic distress-minimising or outright denial. They tell themselves it is not that bad. They carry on. The

I’ve Seen Santa’s Naughty & Nice List for Suicide Prevention (Christmas 2025) And yes, I’ve put Tough to Talk on the Nice side. Argue with me. By Steve Whittle, Founder of Tough to Talk

TRANSFORMING WORKPLACE CULTURE IN MALE-CENTRIC SPACES, REDUCING MALE SUICIDE AND BREAKING THE SILENCE ON MEN'S CRISES.

Media's Influence on Suicide: A Call for Responsibility

The Forgotten Majority: How Asymmetric Conscious Bias is Failing Men in Male-Dominated Workplaces

Steve Whittle discusses why targeted initiatives for men are crucial in addressing the male suicide crisis.

Unlocking the potential of men's mental health support is a critical challenge for HR teams.

This powerful display of authenticity allows team members to feel empowered to seek the help they need without fear of judgment or...

As we come to the end of Mental Health Week, it's amazing to see how many businesses have your mental well-being at the heart of...

The statistics surrounding male suicide are alarming. Men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women, and the rate of male...

Everyone has been hearing about how important it is to prioritise well-being. Is your company genuinely invested in its employees'...

Break the chains of limiting beliefs and misconceptions about suicide by hearing the truth behind some of the most damaging myths.

Sometimes I feel for the males in this generation. I notice the role of men changing. Boundaries are moving, the world is more...