Vulnerabilty
Men, Vulnerability, Talking and Not Expecting Miracles. Men need to get better at vulnerability, better at relating to each other and the world around them. Traditionally masculinity is about strength, courage…
Everybody matters. We value inclusivity and diversity. We may have the label ‘Male’ in our name but we are here for everyone.
It’s OK not to be OK!
Feeling overwhelmed? Need someone to talk to? The Male Hug can connect you with a buddy who can help.
We are The Male Hug, a not for profit organisation that is committed to raising awareness of men’s mental health for professional males. We are dedicated to providing support and a platform for professional males to talk and engage openly in a safe and friendly environment that is free of judgement.
#Talktober – Thank you
Throughout October 2020, The Male Hug successfully challenged men from all walks in life across the globe to take the #Talktober challenge to call up and check in on a mate every day of the month. We wish to thank everyone who took the challenge, donated and more importantly made a difference in someones life. Challengers included well known celebrities, politicians, sporting and music legends, actors, comedians and every day people.
And whilst Talktober is finished for this year, we would encourage the spirit of the challenge continue – to keep contacting your friends and loved ones as talking really does make a difference to both them and to you.
Let’s Chat Buddy Program
Need someone to talk to? Feeling overwhelmed? We’re here to listen.
At The Male Hug, our aim has always been to tackle the stigma associated with men’s mental health and talking is a key way to help with feelings of loneliness, anxiety and being overwhelmed. The Let’s Chat Buddy Program enables men who want to talk to connect with people for a chat that will be understanding, empathetic and non judgmental.
Educational Presentations and Workshops
The Male Hug deliver tailored workshops to community groups, associations and businesses on the importance of, and tips for maintaining, good mental health.
Insights and Resources
The Power of Talking: Part 3
How to talk: Preparing, Ice Breakers & Follow Ups Talking can be hard for many reasons. Some people simply don’t know how to express themselves. Some people don’t have anyone…
The Power of Talking: Part 2
Who to talk to and reason to talk Someone Close Everyone should have someone they can share their thoughts, concerns, hopes and dreams with, someone that will let you talk…
We are The Male Hug
We seek to eliminate the scourge of men’s mental health issues in Australia by promoting a safe and friendly environment for me to share problems – a problem shared is a problem halved.
Find out who The Male Hug are and what we believe in.
“A problem shared is a problem halved”
Jonathan Hay on his battle with Mental Health
The Male Hug ambassador and former AFL footballer Jonathan Hay has bravely spoken to the Herald Sun’s John Ralph about his battle with Mental Health issues and Drug and Alcohol addiction in the hope it will encourage other men to speak freely about their problems.
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