Man Down: A Guide for Men on Mental Health

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You are not alone. From a young age we're told that boys don't cry. But whatever your gender, everybody has their ups and downs, and everybody cries including men. It's time we talked about it, and this book is starting the conversation. From tips on how to reach out to advice on navigating mental health issues, this volume is full of guidance on how to look out for your well-being in a world that often tells you not to. It's here to tell you that boys do cry, that it's okay not to be okay and that being a "real" man means just being you. AUTHOR: Charlie Hoare is a life coach and entrepreneur who co-founded TAPPED birch water having worked for Innocent Drinks, Air Asia and start-ups in London, Hong Kong and Malaysia (from where he cycled the 10,000 miles home). Personal experience of depression and anxiety led him to an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology, and a move from London to East Wittering in Sussex. SELLING POINTS: Full of advice, ideas and kind words to help men who are feeling down, affected by low self-esteem, or suffering with more serious mental health problems, especially anxiety-related issues, stress and depression. A comforting, friendly starting point for someone wanting to help themselves, or could be given as a gift by a concerned friend or relative to someone who may be struggling. There is still a stigma around male mental health, and statistics show that suicide is the biggest cause of death amongst men under 35. This book encourages men to open up about their mental health, and presents the topic in a clear, approachable way.

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A beautifully brave book by a very modernday human. In Man Down, Charlie Hoare stands naked in front of the macho all-boy's club of life and opens his heart. With solid advice and simple tips, Charlie invites culturally handcuffed men all over the world to own their emotions and talk about how they feel. * Ed Stafford *
A great book on how men, how all of us, can connect through vulnerability and grow together. * Russell Brand *
A wise, compassionate, clear and ultimately helpful guide to the struggles many men face, gently offering constructive ways to be kinder to ourselves, to reach out for help, to heal our wounds and to live the best life we can. * Dr Tim Lomas, Senior Lecturer in Positive Psychology, University of East London *

Author Bio

Charlie Hoare is a life coach and entrepreneur who co-founded TAPPED birch water having worked for Innocent Drinks, Air Asia and start ups in London, Hong Kong and Malaysia (from where he cycled the 10,000 miles home). Personal experience of depression and anxiety led him to an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology, and a move from London to East Wittering in Sussex. Now he helps others to make their lives better, whilst daily enjoying the healing power of cold-water swimming!