Trigger warning : Discussions include experiences of suicide.

In this heartfelt conversation, Stu and Alex, the founder and Chief Development Officer of Tough Enough to Care, share their personal journeys and the mission behind their charity. The discussion delves into Stu's life in male-dominated environments, the tragic loss of friends to suicide, and the realisation that mental health issues are not a sign of weakness.

Alex details his own struggles with mental health, self-harm, and the turning point initiated by Stu's candid social media post.

Together, they explain how Tough Enough to Care supports individuals through peer groups, text services, and educational talks, focusing on male-dominated spaces like sports clubs and workplaces. The founders emphasize the importance of open communication, recognising signs of distress, and breaking generational stigma around mental health.

They also highlight the innovative approach of their Flaming Unicorns rugby team, which uses sport to foster mental health conversations and build support networks.

You can learn more about the charity to get help or to make a donation, here https://toughenoughtocare.help/

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If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

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And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm. Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !