Hey there, fellow Stand Up Dudes! In this eye-opening episode of the Stand Up Dude Podcast, your hosts, Tim Bisagno and Stewart White, dive deep into a topic that's been lurking in the shadows for far too long: the mental health crisis among men, which we boldly call the "silent epidemic."Join us as we unravel the intense pressures men face due to societal expectations around masculinity. Together, we'll challenge these norms and stress the vital importance of vulnerability and connection. We believe it's time for us, as men, to break free from the chains of silence and start expressing our feelings and seeking the help we deserve.We'll journey through stories of biblical figures like King David, showing us that acknowledging our struggles is not a sign of weakness but a true testament to our strength. Our mission in this episode is to shatter the silence surrounding men's mental health issues and inspire an open dialogue and unwavering support among us all.Join us and in this episode and be part of this crucial conversation. Let's stand up together and make a difference!Links:- Stand Up: standupdude.com/standup (https://standupdude.com/standup) - Be More: standupdude.com/be-more (https://standupdude.com/be-more) - LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/standupdudeSocials:Facebook: facebook.com/standupdudeInstagram: instagram.com/standupdudeofficialEmail Us: [email protected] Music:Prodigal - by Arrows in Exile: https://open.spotify.com/track/0Qbpjwsb1Z9XuES9yqKQoz?si=8deed3f6cd2548cfUsed with full permission from the author, Michael Blakley)Timestamps:0:00 Introduction to the Silent Epidemic0:17 Welcome to the Stand Up Dude Podcast1:01 The Staggering Statistics of Men's Mental Health2:04 The Pain of Suffering in Silence2:41 Societal Expectations and Masculinity3:18 The Stigma Around Men's Mental Health4:11 The Self-Reliance Epidemic5:48 The Power of Connection Among Men6:12 The Magic of Man Camp6:28 Vulnerability as a Strength7:53 King David: A Warrior and a Poet8:39 David: A Man After God's Own Heart9:19 The Lord is Close to the Brokenhearted10:59 God's Presence in Difficult Times12:08 Reflecting on God's Presence During Dark Times13:03 The Cultural Pressures on Masculinity14:03 The Importance of Expressing Emotions15:51 The Benefits of Releasing Anger16:56 Jesus as the Ultimate Example of Strength and Compassion18:32 The Reality of Biblical Heroes' Flaws19:56 The Power of Repentance and Change21:06 Jesus Invites Us to Come to Him When Burdened22:08 The Gospel's Radical Solution23:09 Walking into Grace24:14 Finding Freedom in Jesus25:12 Practical Steps for Moving Forward27:17 The Importance of Community and Relationship28:58 Resources for Growth and Support32:02 A Prayer for Confession and Help33:59 Recap and Encouragement35:24 Access to Support and ResourcesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stand-up-dude-podcast--6143975/support.

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