Fostering Community and Resilience for Men's Mental Health

If the business owner is not right, the business will not be right. Mental health is a significant issue that affects millions of people worldwide, and men are not an exception. In particular, Australian men face unique challenges when seeking help. Quality relationships with trust and vulnerability are important in reducing isolation and improving mental health.

Liam Sorrell is the founder of Grit and Gratitude, a men's mental health service that offers support and tools for those struggling with mental health issues. Liam is also the founder of the Australian Dads Network, a community that provides a safe space for fathers to connect and support one another.

Key takeaways:

• Australian Dads Network was created to support dads, who were struggling with isolation and a lack of connection in their community.
• Grit and Gratitude is a men's mental health service that supports anyone who needs it, with an emphasis on grit and resilience.
• Men tend to be bad at reaching out and seeking help, but the Australian Dads Network provides a safe space for them to do so.
• Dropping the shield and being vulnerable is the first step in having a conversation about mental health.
• The semicolon in the Grit and Gratitude logo represents a pause in the journey, but there is always a positive end in sight.
• Mental health is an important aspect of business success because if the business owner isn't right, the business never will be.
• Connection and having strong social relationships can reduce suicide rates and improve mental health.
• Being open and vulnerable can help build trust and create a supportive community.

All this and more, on this week's episode of THE TOOLSHED.

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Links:

• https://australiandadsnetwork.org.au/
• https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
• https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
• https://www.gritandgratitude.com.au/