06/05/2026
June is both Pride Month and Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month & the 2 are not mutually exclusive. We believe you cannot honor one without the other & they go hand in hand. If you’re isolating one or the other, you’re missing the point
Both push for dignity, understanding, & su***de prevention within our world
Both causes can & should go hand in hand because men and the LGBTQ+ community both live with higher rates of depression, su***de, & face gender bias/discrimination & lack of access to necessary health & medical services
Su***de is a complex public health crisis & addressing it requires a multifaceted approach. There are factors present in both groups have led to increases in suicidal behavior. Among men, that tendency is typically to avoid seeking help due to societal & personal pressures. Among the LGBTQ+ community, that tendency is lack of self-acceptance & presence of societal pressures
“Coming out” & “being proud” of who you are in your wholeness as a person really is effective su***de prevention. I would also say that would be good for men’s mental health as well. Pressure to be/act a certain way will always limit us as a people & no one wants to be seen as less than or weak
Awareness is so important because there are still PEOPLE who believe they are better off dead than being themselves
Are you harming those around you with your limiting beliefs?
Let’s try to focus on both our wellbeing & those in our communities & what will help keep all of us growing in the long run
June will end, but that doesn’t mean that you need to forget about your wellbeing or that we will stop supporting you. Your health is important. YOU ARE IMPORTANT! Take some time to invest on your journey toward physical, mental, & social well-being both now & in the future
We are allies at The Lifting Lab & we love you no matter who you are! We believe everyone is capable of greatness & living happy, healthy lives. We will always be here to support you in your journey of growth & help if you need or want some extra love & help! YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
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