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AGE RANGE

11-18

DURATION

1 HOUR OR 2 HOUR

(WITH A BREAK)

AUDIENCE

YOUNG MEN ONLY

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WORKSHOP

OVERVIEW

MENTALITY is a powerful and engaging workshop focused on supporting young men to understand, express, and strengthen their mental health in a world where pressure, expectations, and silence can often take over.

Rather than reinforcing outdated stereotypes of what it means to “be a man,” MENTALITY creates a space where young men are encouraged to be real, open, and honest about how they think, feel, and cope. It challenges the idea that strength means silence and instead promotes emotional awareness, resilience, and the courage to speak up.

Through honest storytelling, interactive discussions, real-life scenarios, and practical strategies, the workshop explores topics such as emotional wellbeing, identity, pressure, relationships, anger, stress, and self-worth. It helps participants recognise that mental health is not a weakness—it is a vital part of who they are.

MENTALITY empowers young men to understand that they are not defined by expectations placed on them by society, peers, or social media. Instead, they are encouraged to define strength on their own terms: as the ability to reflect, grow, ask for help, and support others.

The workshop builds a culture of openness, respect, and accountability, where young men can feel confident expressing themselves without judgement and learn that speaking out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Ultimately, MENTALITY helps young men realise that looking after their mental health is not optional—it is essential to becoming the strongest, most authentic version of themselves.

WORKSHOP OUTCOMES

WHAT YOUNG PEOPLE
TAKE AWAY

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Develop a healthier understanding of masculinity and emotional expression.

Challenge stereotypes that discourage young men from speaking about feelings.

⁠Increase confidence in discussing mental health openly and honestly.

Build emotional awareness and the ability to recognise personal thoughts and feelings.

Understand stress, pressure, anger, and anxiety, and how they can be managed in healthy ways.

Learn practical coping strategies to support mental wellbeing.

⁠Strengthen self-esteem, identity, and personal values.

Develop communication skills to express needs, emotions, and concerns effectively.

Increase awareness of support networks and when/how to seek help.

Leave empowered to take responsibility for their mental health and support others in a positive and respectful way

MENTALITY redefines strength—not as silence or suppression—but as honesty, self-awareness, and the courage to grow.

HOW TO BOOK

Please contact us on 07812 774 632 for diary availability prior to completing the booking form. 

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07812 774 632

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