30/06/2026
Our recent Free Mind Project webinar, held in recognition of Men's Mental Health Month, created a safe space to discuss one important question: Do men cry?
I had the privilege of hosting this insightful conversation with our guest speaker, Michael Gyasi of CalMe Mental Health Group. Together, we explored the cultural expectations placed on men, especially in Ghana, and how these often discourage emotional expression and help seeking.
We discussed how cultural conditioning, fear of judgment, and the pressure to always be the provider can lead many men to suppress their emotions, resulting in isolation, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and untreated mental health challenges.
The session also highlighted practical ways to support men's mental well-being by creating safe spaces for open conversations, normalizing mental health discussions in our homes and communities, and encouraging professional support when needed.
A heartfelt thank you to Michael Gyasi Ohenebeng our speaker and to everyone who joined, shared their experiences, and asked thoughtful questions. Your openness made this conversation meaningful and impactful.
Let's continue to remind every man that strength is not the absence of emotion. True strength is having the courage to speak, seek help, and heal.
Men cry too and that's okay.