Lynda Emmett
Lynda Emmett
Men & Mental Health
Men & Mental Health
Men & Mental Health
Tuesday 16th April 2024
Explore why men struggle with mental health, societal pressures, and how to support them in seeking help. A compassionate look at breaking toxic norms.
23 minutes
Informative
Compassionate
Supportive
Hopeful
Encouraging
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Lynda Emmett
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Mindful Recovery
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Episode Overview
- Men often struggle to seek help due to societal expectations.
- Untreated depression can lead to severe consequences like suicide.
- Depression manifests differently in men and women.
- Partners often play a crucial role in encouraging men to seek help.
- Breaking free from outdated norms is essential for better mental health.
Men will shoot down other men as much as women will. We've heard the phrase, 'man up'.
In this episode of 'Happiness Is An Inside Job', Lynda Emmett dives into the complex world of men's mental health. With her background as a Life and Neuroscience Coach, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and Rapid Transformation Therapist, Lynda sheds light on why men often struggle to seek help for their mental health issues. She explores societal expectations, toxic masculinity, and the historical context that has contributed to higher suicide rates among men compared to women.
Lynda's compassionate approach highlights the importance of understanding these unique challenges and encourages men to break free from outdated norms and seek the support they need. Throughout the episode, Lynda discusses how traditional gender roles and societal pressures have made it difficult for men to express vulnerability. She shares personal anecdotes from her practice, where many male clients initially seek help at the urging of their partners.
Lynda emphasises that untreated depression can lead to severe consequences, including suicide, and stresses the need for professional support to address these issues. Lynda also delves into the differences in how depression manifests in men and women. While women may exhibit mood swings and crying, men often show anger, irritability, and physical symptoms like digestive issues and heart palpitations.
This episode is a powerful reminder that mental health struggles are universal, and it's crucial for both men and women to seek help and support each other. If you're interested in understanding the unique challenges men face with mental health and want to learn how to support the men in your life better, this episode is a must-listen. Lynda's insights offer a compassionate and informative perspective on a topic that needs more attention.