“I Found My Birth Mother… But It Didn’t Heal Me. It Broke Me in a Different Way.”

In this powerful and honest episode, I explore the emotional reality behind adoption reunions — especially for adopted boys and men. We often imagine that finding our birth parents will bring closure, peace, or a sense of identity. But the truth can be far more complicated. What if your birth parent doesn’t remember things the same way? What if they don’t want to talk about the past? What if the answers you’ve been chasing leave you feeling even more lost?

This episode is for adopted men, adoptive parents, therapists, and anyone who’s been affected by adoption. I talk about the deep emotional impact of adoption, the unspoken grief, and the questions we rarely feel safe enough to ask out loud. If you’ve ever felt like something’s missing, or if you’re thinking about searching for your birth family — watch this first.

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In part 2, we explore how men can move from isolation and shame to receiving real mental health support—starting right in the workplace. And how work places can help with this. Many men struggle in silence, fearing judgment, stigma, or the risk of appearing “weak.” But change is possible.

We’ll talk about: Why shame stops men from seeking help

How workplace culture can either silence or support mental health conversations The role of leaders, colleagues, and HR in creating psychologically safe environments

Practical steps men can take to access support and look after their well-being

What real support looks like—not just awareness days, but action If you're a man struggling with mental health, or someone who wants to support men better at work, this video is for you.

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#MensMentalHealth #WorkplaceWellbeing #ShameToSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #MaleMindsCounselling Let’s Connect: Website: www.cassimkaweesa.com Cassimotive Hoodie: Cassimotive Store Instagram: @cassimkaweesaofficial Twitter/X: @CassimKaweesa All Links: https://linktr.ee/cassimkaweesa Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if this helped you or someone you know!

In part 1, we explore how men can move from isolation and shame to receiving real mental health support—starting right in the workplace. Many men struggle in silence, fearing judgment, stigma, or the risk of appearing “weak.” But change is possible.

We’ll talk about: Why shame stops men from seeking help How workplace culture can either silence or support mental health conversations The role of leaders, colleagues, and HR in creating psychologically safe environments Practical steps men can take to access support and look after their well-being What real support looks like—not just awareness days, but action If you're a man struggling with mental health, or someone who wants to support men better at work, this video is for you.

Don’t forget to subscribe for more content on men’s mental health and emotional wellbeing.

#MensMentalHealth #WorkplaceWellbeing #ShameToSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #MaleMindsCounselling Let’s Connect: Website: www.cassimkaweesa.com Cassimotive Hoodie: Cassimotive Store Instagram: @cassimkaweesaofficial Twitter/X: @CassimKaweesa All Links: https://linktr.ee/cassimkaweesa Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if this helped you or someone you know!