11/01/2026
November is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month.
You’ve probably noticed guys growing mustaches this month. That’s Movember. It started in Australia in 2003 with about 30 guys who decided to grow a ‘stache for a month to get people talking about men’s health. Now it’s in more than 20 countries and has funded thousands of men’s health programs around the world.
The mustache is the fun part. The real point is the conversation it starts.
A lot of us were raised to keep it all inside. Fix it yourself, don’t complain, don’t ask for help. That works on a car. It doesn’t work on a person. Men are less likely to reach out when they’re struggling, and too many of our brothers, fathers, sons and friends are hurting quietly.
You’d never ignore a check engine light. Don’t ignore this one.
Check on your buddy this month, even the strong ones, especially the strong ones. And if you’re the one carrying something heavy, talk to somebody. That’s not weakness. That’s maintenance.
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988, any time, day or night.
Grow the ‘stache. Start the conversation. 🧔♂️🔧
