✨ Have you ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the world, but have to pretend it’s no big deal? Many men feel this way—bottling things up, thinking they have to go through it alone. This Movember, we’re here to remind you that it’s okay to let go of the silence. You don’t have to keep it all in.
In Canada and beyond, November is more than just a month for mustaches—it’s a chance to shine a light on men’s mental health. Originally a campaign to raise awareness for prostate and testicular cancer, Movember has evolved into something much bigger: a movement that encourages men to talk about what’s going on inside. And this year, we’re amplifying that message even louder.
Why Many Men Keep Their Feelings Inside
Research shows that men are often less likely to talk about their emotions or seek help when they need it. Cultural expectations tell men to “tough it out” and not show vulnerability. But this mindset can have serious consequences. While keeping it in might seem easier, it can make mental health struggles worse. Unaddressed emotions can lead to anxiety, depression, and loneliness. It’s time to break the silence.
Foundry Virtual BC’s Campaign: Men’s Health Awareness Month
This Movember, we’re inspired by Foundry Virtual BC’s campaign to support male-identifying youth. Their powerful video highlights the internal struggle of the “negative voice”—the part of you that knows something’s wrong but feels trapped in silence. It’s a feeling many men know all too well.
That’s why we’re amplifying their message. Like Foundry, Kickstand is committed to creating safe spaces where young people feel empowered to open up, explore their feelings, and know there’s support available. Speaking up is a sign of strength, not weakness. And it’s the first step toward healing.
To Male-Presenting Youth: You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
At Kickstand, we share Foundry’s vision to make mental health support accessible and stigma-free. Reaching out doesn’t make you weak—it makes you human. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and asking for help is a strength, not a failure.
This Movember, let’s work together to create spaces where men feel safe to talk about their struggles and where seeking support is seen as a courageous act. It’s time to break the silence, and it starts with each of us.
Support Is Available
If you’re in British Columbia, Foundry Virtual BC offers free, confidential mental health services. And for those in Alberta, Kickstand provides similar support tailored to young people.
Let’s keep the conversation going, break the stigma, and remind each other that no one has to carry the weight alone.
