Men's Mental Health Series

A Father's Day Message for the Men Who Are Hurting

Father's Day can be a complicated day. For some men, it's a day of celebration. For others, it's a day filled with grief, regret, distance, loneliness, unanswered questions, or relationships they wish looked different than they do today. In this special Father's Day episode of The Men's Mental Health Series, Daryl Perry shares a heartfelt message for fathers, father figures, stepfathers, adoptive fathers, and the men who have stepped into a guiding role in someone else's life. Drawing from the recent loss of his own father to ALS, Daryl reflects on the lessons his dad taught him about love, forgiveness, vulnerability, and the importance of having conversations before it's too late. He also explores the emotional weight many men carry, the burden of unresolved relationships, and why healing often begins with forgiving yourself. In this episode, we discuss: • Why Father's Day can be difficult for many men • The emotional realities of fatherhood and father figures • Lessons learned from losing a parent • Why vulnerability is a sign of strength, not weakness • The damage caused by resentment, bitterness, and keeping score • How relationships can begin to heal through ownership and conversation • The importance of therapy, connection, and emotional support • Why your presence matters more than you realize This episode is a reminder that many men are carrying far more than they show the world. If you're struggling today, please know that you are not alone. There are people who care about you, people whose lives have been impacted by you, and people who are glad you're still here. The Men's Mental Health Series exists to encourage honest conversations around mental health, emotional well-being, vulnerability, and the realities men face every day. Because healing starts with a conversation. If you are in immediate danger or considering harming yourself, please seek help right now: United States & Canada: Call or text 988 United Kingdom & Ireland: Call Samaritans at 116 123 Australia: Call Lifeline at 13 11 14 Emergency Services: Call your local emergency number immediately if you are in crisis. You matter. Your story matters. And help is available. Happy Father's Day.

How Fitness Helped Me Process My Emotions as a Dad

Why did Jeremy start running? What began as a challenge inspired by David Goggins eventually became something much bigger. In this episode of Why I Started Running, Jeremy shares how running and fitness became tools for improving his mental health, processing emotions, and showing up as a better father, husband, and man. Our conversation explores the connection between physical fitness and emotional well-being, why so many men struggle to talk about what they're feeling, and how bottling up emotions can affect every area of life. Jeremy also discusses his "How Are You, Man?" series, where he encourages men to move beyond automatic responses and have more honest conversations about what's really going on beneath the surface. We also talk about fatherhood, breaking generational cycles, emotional intelligence, and the importance of teaching the next generation of boys that it's okay to feel, communicate, and work through difficult emotions in healthy ways. Whether you're a runner, someone working on your mental health, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this conversation offers practical perspective and a powerful reminder that growth often starts with being honest about where you are. In This Episode • Why Jeremy started running after years of avoiding it • The influence of David Goggins and embracing discomfort • How running helps process thoughts and emotions • The connection between fitness and mental health • Why many men struggle to communicate their feelings • The dangers of bottling up emotions • Breaking unhealthy cycles through fatherhood • Teaching emotional intelligence to children • The importance of asking, "How are you, man?" and meaning it • Building healthier ways to deal with life's challenges Connect With Jeremy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremygrap22 If this conversation resonated with you, share it with someone who could benefit from hearing it. Sometimes the most important conversations are the ones we avoid having.

From Depression and Alcohol to Purpose and Recovery with Scott French

What happens when depression, chronic pain, alcohol, and isolation begin pulling you away from the life you want to live? In this episode of The Men's Mental Health Series, I sit down with Scott French to discuss his journey through injury, depression, anxiety, alcohol abuse, and the difficult process of rebuilding his life one step at a time. Scott shares how chronic pain, physical decline, and personal struggles led him into a dark place, how he found hope through movement and community, and why helping others ultimately became an important part of his own healing journey. We also discuss discipline, sobriety, men's mental health, and the importance of asking for help when you need it. This conversation is a reminder that recovery isn't always linear, that setbacks happen, and that no matter how far you've drifted from where you want to be, there is always an opportunity to begin again. Topics Covered: • Depression and anxiety • Alcohol abuse and sobriety • Chronic pain and mental health • Isolation and rebuilding connection • Men's mental health challenges • Discipline and personal responsibility • Asking for help and accepting support • Finding purpose through helping others • Building community during difficult times • Recovery, resilience, and starting over Mental Health Support Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or are concerned about your safety, please seek immediate professional support. United States & Canada: Call or text 988 United Kingdom & Ireland: Samaritans: 116 123 Australia: Lifeline: 13 11 14 Outside the United States: Contact your local emergency services, crisis hotline, mental health provider, or nearest emergency department. Guest Links: Scott French Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/scott.french.792 Tiger Battalion Fitness Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/298716897756947 Thank you for listening to The Men's Mental Health Series. If this conversation resonated with you, share it with someone who may need the reminder that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

From Caregiver Burnout to Purpose: Simon Dyson's Incredible Journey

For more than two decades, Simon Dyson has been a caregiver, advocate, father, and unwavering source of support for his son Billy, who has cerebral palsy. In this powerful episode, Simon shares the life-changing journey that began with Billy's birth and a devastating diagnosis that forever changed his family's path. Through years of caregiving, hospital visits, endurance races, personal struggles, addiction, and ultimately faith, Simon discovered a deeper purpose than he ever imagined. Simon opens up about the realities of caregiver burnout, the impact of raising a child with complex needs, his battle with alcoholism, and the transformative experiences that led him to create Billy's Farm of Hopes and Dreams, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring hope, purpose, and opportunity for caregivers and individuals with disabilities. This conversation touches on resilience, grief, purpose, faith, community, and the incredible ways life can change when we decide to keep moving forward. Connect with Simon and learn more about Billy's Farm of Hopes and Dreams: Billy's Farm of Hopes and Dreams: https://billysfarmsofhope.org/ [https://billysfarmsofhope.org/] Follow Chad: https://www.instagram.com/chadwillia1 [https://www.instagram.com/chadwillia1] Follow Daryl: https://www.instagram.com/daryltperry [https://www.instagram.com/daryltperry]

Vulnerability, Creativity, and Finding Your Voice

What happens when two curious people sit down and explore creativity, vulnerability, fitness, therapy, podcasting, and the fear of putting yourself out there? In this conversation, David and I discuss why so many people struggle with overthinking, the fear of being seen, and what it takes to move from planning into action. We also dive into authenticity in a world increasingly driven by algorithms and AI, the value of storytelling, the importance of real human connection, and why vulnerability remains one of the hardest skills to develop. Along the way, we explore fitness as a tool for self-discovery, the role of therapy in personal growth, how social media has changed the way we connect, and why being willing to share your story may be more important than ever. Whether you're building something, working through self-doubt, navigating grief, or simply trying to become more comfortable being yourself, there's something in this conversation for you. Connect with David: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d4vid_t Just Start Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/just_start_pod Big Eats: https://www.instagram.com/b1g_e4ts Your Level Fitness Links: New to Your Level Fitness? https://yourlevelfitness.com Check Out More Podcasts: https://yourlevelfitness.com/podcasts