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MANUP by Tough to Talk is a no-nonsense look into the silent war that countless men across the globe are fighting with their mental health. These are their stories in their own words. Society sits back while men are grappling silently with their biological, emotional, psychological, past trauma, current life events and gendered issues. And these men do not get the help they need because to them they do not have a mental health problem, they have financial problems, an addiction, relationship problems, health problems, and past traumas. And it's just not worth it. Is it any wonder then that these factors combined turn out to be the main causes of suicide behaviours? Every 40 seconds another life is lost to suicide: 75% of these are men. This isn't just a statistic; it's a call to action, a demand for change. Men are being either ignored or emasculated by both society and the narrative around toxic masculinity. Traditionally men have been told to man up, not to cry or show emotions, and to be the tough guy. Stoicism has masked severe mental health issues, and the consensus has been one of defining masculinity as something that is toxic in its very being. These men are our fathers, brothers, husbands, sons, friends, colleagues, and peers. With the rise of toxic feminism, more women in the workplace, and a greater awareness of gender inequality, men are constantly having to re-define and re-discover who they are allowed to be, have to be and should be, whilst also coping with the raging fire within them called testosterone. They try to keep their emotions locked-up, but when the trigger is pulled, they explode leaving carnage everywhere. Men's mental health is fast becoming the most prevalent social issue of our time, and in this raw and real, engaging and provocative new book, men of various ages, nation cultures, ethnicities and socio-economic groups share their own struggles with masculinity. Each chapter covers a range of challenging, sometimes uncomfortable topics including strength and vulnerability of mind and body, romantic and workplace relationships, body image, abuse and narcissism, racial and gender equality, and fatherhood.

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Steve Whittle is the Founder of the Tough to Talk Men's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Charity, author and curator of the 'ManUp Tough To Talk' book, advocate, speaker and presenter on Men's mental health challenges.Based in the UK, Steve has been working within Event Management and Marketing for a decade, and his enthusiasm is infectious, and he has an indisputable energy, drive and focus which always injects confidence, passion and expertise into any communication or project.With more than a decade in the fitness industry as a wellness professional, and thirteen years in the Royal Navy, Steve is no stranger to discipline and all things health related. He is dedicated to achieving the very best, whilst maintaining a healthy balance in body, mind and soul.

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