CONTENT WARNING: Suicide/Grief. On World Suicide Prevention Day 2024 we got together with Alex Lancaster and Victoria Taylor from the Charlie Dallas Lancaster Foundation, Jack Woodhams, Founder and Trustee for Menfulness and Frankie Sewell, one of our members and volunteers to talk about one of the most stigmatised subjects in our society, suicide. We talk to Alex and Victoria about Charlie, what they did to cope with his tragic death by suicide in 2020 and how they have bravely turned their experience into a beautiful Foundation charity which works so hard to support so many people. We hear an honest and heartfelt account from our volunteer and member Frankie Sewell about his experiences of suicidality and how he helps people by sharing his story. We also speak to Jack Woodhams, one of our founders and trustees about his charity work and his projects helping prevent suicide among young people. As you may expect, this conversation is tough at times but it's also hopeful and full of insight and unique perspectives on one of the most important yet least talked about subjects of our time. Don't forget to have a look at the links below and if you’re feeling suicidal remember you are not alone. Please call the Samaritans (who you can call 24/7 on 116 123) or have a look on their website below. There is hope so just take it one day at a time and remember, you are of value, things can get better and it’s OK to ask for help. * LINKS: Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/ Charlie Dallas Lancaster Foundation: https://cdlf.uk/ CDLF Youtube: @cdlf_uk * The Menfulness mantra is #DontManUpSpeakUp and we invite you to join us in kindness, honesty and vulnerability as we navigate life's struggles and move closer to who we want to be. If you're just hearing about us then please visit Menfulness.org or find us on all the socials. Please like, comment and share this podcast to make sure we're reaching the people who need us. If you'd like to become a guest, then we'd love to hear from you! Thank you for joining us - We're glad to have you on board.

TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide/Grief

It's International Women’s Day and we are glad to be joined by Victoria and Alex of the Charlie Dallas Lancaster Foundation. Two women who have been instrumental in the Menfulness journey and two sisters dealing with the tragic loss of their brother Charlie to suicide in August 2020.

We talk about what it was like to lose Charlie, how being sisters allowed them to relate to the grief they felt and how they have found purpose in helping other people and building a legacy for their brother with their foundation in his name..

As you might expect from the title this episode discusses grief and suicide and is upsetting at times, but as is always the case, it’s also heartwarming and inspiring story with a few giggles along the way.

Don't forget to have a look at the links below and if you’re feeling suicidal remember you are not alone. As well as organisations like the Samaritans (who you can call 24/7 on 116 123), there’s groups like ours here at Menfulness where we have members like Frankie who was suicidal himself and now has a zest for life which is absolutely infectious. There is hope so just take it one day at a time and remember, you are of value, things can get better and it’s OK to ask for help.

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LINKS:

Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/

Charlie Dallas Lancaster Foundation: https://cdlf.uk/

There She Glows: https://theresheglows.salon/

Al Chambers Podcast: https://youtu.be/SZrgKLywJQs

Frankie's Podcast: https://youtu.be/8vKSfWd_UVw

Lester Films: https://studio-lester.com/

CDLF Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP8EXLbv1e4j61xMHm7pI2w

ASIST Training York Mind: https://www.yorkmind.org.uk/corporate-wellbeing/training/courses-available/asist-suicide-prevention-training/

Zero Suicide Alliance Training: https://www.zerosuicidealliance.com/training

The Jordan Legacy: https://thejordanlegacy.com/

Jordan Legacy Radio: https://thejordanlegacy.com/jordans-space/

Thirsk Yarnbombers: https://visitthirsk.uk/pages/yarnbombers.php

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FOR THE RECORD

😀 - Eminem - Lose Yourself - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Yhyp-_hX2s

🙁 - Billie Eilish - listen before i go - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4z1O3miesI

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MENFULNESS MERCH - https://menfulness.myshopify.com/

The Menfulness mantra is #DontManUpSpeakUp and we invite you to join us in kindness, honesty and vulnerability as we navigate life's struggles and move closer to who we want to be. If you're just hearing about us then please visit Menfulness.org or find us on all the socials. Please like, comment and share this podcast to make sure we're reaching the people who need us. If you'd like to become a guest, then we'd love to hear from you! Thank you for joining us - We're glad to have you on board.

The first Menfulness Video Podcast! All five Menfulness trustees (From left to right) Mike Hewitt, Matty Lewis, Sam Watling, Dan Braidley and Jack Woodhams, answer questions from charity members and the public about what Menfulness means for them and what it takes to run a growing charity supporting men with their mental and physical health. MENFULNESS MERCH - https://menfulness.myshopify.com/ The Menfulness mantra is #DontManUpSpeakUp and we invite you to join us in kindness, honesty and vulnerability as we navigate life's struggles and move closer to who we want to be. If you're just hearing about us then please visit Menfulness.org or find us on all the socials. Please like, comment and share this podcast to make sure we're reaching the people who need us. If you'd like to become a guest, then we'd love to hear from you! Thank you for joining us - We're glad to have you on board.