S5 E4: Breaking the Stigma - Men’s Mental Health

S5 E4: Breaking the Stigma - Men’s Mental Health

From Craftcast: The Freemasons Podcast by United Grand Lodge of England

November 6, 2025 · 37 min · Season 5 · Episode 4

About this episode

This episode explores men's mental health and the importance of creating a supportive environment for open discussions.

This week, we explore the challenging subject of men's mental health. The episode explores how simple actions, such as actively listening to one another, can create an environment where people feel comfortable talking and may seek help before reaching a breaking point. It also reflects on how remembrance can serve as a catalyst for change, transforming grief into something constructive and hopeful. Trigger Warning:  This episode features discussions around depression, suicide, and mental health. Listener discretion is advised. Mental Health Resources:  Masonic Charitable Foundation  Masonic Charitable Foundation website Telephone: 03000351690  Email:  help@mcf.org.uk   Mind  Mind website Telephone: 03001233393  Samaritans  Telephone: 116123  Text 'shout' to 85258 

Topics covered

  • men's mental health
  • active listening
  • remembrance
  • grief
  • mental health resources

Keywords

  • mental health
  • depression
  • suicide
  • support
  • remembrance

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Masonic Charitable Foundation, Mind, Samaritans

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