Hi, I’m Paul, a Walk Leader with Men Walking And Talking. After losing my mum 15 years ago, I’ve lived with ongoing mental health struggles. I also understand the daily work it takes to stay well, and I’m proud to be sober for over 5 years. I’m an avid outdoors person and I love camping. Being outside has been genuinely therapeutic for me, and I really enjoy getting out into nature with my son and daughter. I also love going for walks with my wife. Working in the construction industry, I see first-hand how many men are carrying stress, anxiety, grief, and struggles in silence. I wanted to start a walk to genuinely give guys a place to feel safe, welcomed, and supported. Men’s mental health is a real priority for me. These walks are a space to talk, listen, or just keep moving together. Look forward to welcoming you on our next walk. Paul.
My name is Mike, I’m 28 and I’m the walk leader for MWAT Beeston and MWAT Long Eaton. After losing my dad in 2021, I struggled more than I ever admitted. I had grown up believing men should stay strong and keep things to themselves, so I bottled everything up until it became overwhelming. Finding a walking and talking group for men changed that. It showed me the power of simply being heard. Now, I want to help create spaces where men can talk openly, support each other, and know they are not alone.
Hi there, I'm Rajesh, the Walk Leader for Bishop's Stortford in Hertfordshire. My age has recently flipped into the next decade, and with that, thoughts and concerns plagued by many my age have surfaced. Growing up, I've always had a specific set of dreams and ambitions, with some reaching back to my twenties. Some however, still remain elusive, and with that, the weight of concern, negativity, and foreboding can feel like a real daily hurdle. I'm a compassionate person, so whenever I bump into someone that may mention similar worries and stresses, I find it difficult to listen to, and hard not to provide support so that they can recognise the best in themselves. We all have our own peculiar, and perhaps sometimes annoying traits (me included), but we also all have something to offer, not least to our closest inner circles. Over the past 10 years, I can feel how men's mental health is being given the airtime and focus that it should, but like other scenarios, sometimes the best people that understand you are those that are most like you. Bishop's Stortford is a typical commuter belt town, and the trains into London are probably packed with men that may be living the same pattern as me with similar challenges, hopes, and wishes. If you're in a place where you feel just being around other like-minded men may help, or you want to ask, vent or compare, or if you just want to get your daily steps in, then give the walk a try. I'm really looking forward to meeting you soon.
Hi everybody, my name is Brian the reason why I would like to start a group with Men Walking And Talking is because I myself have mental health (EUPD and ADHD). I understand the vulnerabilities of why it can be hard for men to open up and find help. I would like to create a safe place for men to come and open up only if they want to, or just to listen, or just for company. There is no judgement, no preaching, just a comfortable safe place for us men to gather. Looking forwrad to seeing you all soon.
Hello, my name is Gordon. I am 39 years old (with the big 40 coming in August 2026), a dad to three children, and I live in Blyth, Northumberland, right on the seafront. I absolutely love it here. Nothing feels more like home than being by the sea. We are incredibly fortunate in Northumberland and often take for granted just how much is on our doorstep. From relaxed coastal walks to more challenging routes, open spaces and cracking views, there is so much to explore. One of my personal aims for 2026 is to experience more of what our county has to offer and, hopefully, to share some of those walks with others as part of Men Walking and Talking in Blyth. I have worked in the automotive industry for the past twelve years, and before that in hospitality. Like many men, my working life has involved pressure, deadlines and expectations, alongside the usual challenges that come with life outside of work. Over time, this has affected my mental health and also helped me to recognise how important it is to have space to talk, listen, and feel understood. I have made mistakes along the way. I have made poor decisions and, at times, hurt people I care about. Owning that has not always been easy, but it has taught me the value of honesty, accountability, and learning from others. Being able to talk things through, and just as importantly to listen, has helped me grow and continues to shape how I show up for myself and for others. In 2020, I lost my mum, and that experience changed me. I am still learning years on. I have also lost close friends in earlier years, which has further reinforced how important it is that men have places where they can simply turn up and not have to carry everything on their own. I came across Men Walking and Talking on Instagram and immediately respected what they stand for. When I realised there were no local walks in the North East, I got in touch, and that conversation led to the Blyth group being set up. There is no pressure to talk on our walks, and nothing is forced. You can walk quietly, listen, or speak if you feel like it. There is no judgement, no fixing, and no expectations. Just a group of men walking side by side, getting some fresh air, and taking a break from the noise of everyday life. Please feel free to drop me a message or simply turn up to one of the weekly walks. Everyone is welcome. I believe that walking side by side makes it easier to talk, to listen, and to realise we do not have to face life on our own.
Hi. My name is Tom and I’m the Bournemouth walk leader. I’ve lived in various places in the south of England, but the coast, heaths and forests of Dorset is where I really feel rooted. I work in Nature Conservation and the outdoors is incredibly important to me for a whole variety of reasons. I managed to return 'home' 5 years ago following a 12 or so years in London after starting and raising a young family with my wife Freya. I’ve suffered from poor mental health for a couple of years, since what I would describe as 'a bit of a breakdown' in 2022. Since then, the more I learn to understand my own issues, the more I realise that many men are in a similar position, often suffering in silence not having the confidence to reach out and simply talk to someone. There still isn't much help or support out there for men, despite an improving picture - MWAT can help. I came across Men Walk ing and Talking on social media and was immediately struck by how many of my boxes it ticked, such as good idea and so simple. After some research and discussions with MWAT I decided to start a Bournemouth Group and look forward very much to meeting you and talking as we walk .
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