Why are so many men struggling in silence?
In this episode, I speak with George from The Tin Men, a writer and advocate focused on the hidden realities of men’s mental health.
We discuss why suicide is the biggest risk to men under 50, what society keeps getting wrong about men’s struggles, and why “just talking about it” isn’t enough.
We explore the structural issues that can leave men feeling trapped, unheard, and hopeless - from relationship breakdown and abuse to shame, purpose, and the lack of support.
George is the creator of The Tin Men, a platform dedicated to highlighting the overlooked issues affecting men and boys.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction - Men Under 50 Suicide Risk
(00:30) Beyond Just Talking
(01:38) Structural Disadvantages List
(03:28) Finland’s Suicide Blueprint
(06:02) Why Governments Don’t Act
(07:51) Politics And Vote Incentives
(11:30) Psychache And External Triggers
(15:27) Relationship Breakdown Statistics
(17:19) Coping Mechanisms And Self Harm
(19:11) Why Men Die More Often
(23:38) Provider Pressure And Meaning
(25:37) Male Victims Of Domestic Abuse
(28:35) Psychological Abuse And Control
(30:26) Parental Alienation Mention
(30:40) Parental Alienation Debate
(32:03) Joint Custody Changes
(33:48) Custody Trauma and Suicide
(36:04) Dads as Role Models
(38:43) Myths About Crying
(41:50) Help Over Slogans
(44:45) Therapy That Works for Men
(49:24) Grassroots Mens Support
(51:49) Empathy for Addiction and Pain
(55:28) Wrap Up and Advice
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Connect with George:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetinmen/
Website: https://thetinmen.blog/
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