World Suicide Prevention Day: A Call to Action for Men’s Mental Health

Introduction

10 September marks World Suicide Prevention Day a moment not just to reflect, but to act. In the UK, suicide remains the leading cause of death for men under 50. Three out of four lives lost to suicide are male. This isn’t just a mental health issue. It’s a cultural one.

At Strength & Rituals, we believe wellness must include mental strength. Not silence. Not suppression. This month is a reminder to look inward, reach outward, and reshape what support looks like for men.

Understanding the Male Suicide Crisis

Statistically, men are less likely to reach out, less likely to speak up, and more likely to die by suicide. Many men feel they must carry on, perform, and endure without showing signs of strain. That pressure is costing lives.

If you feel like you’re constantly running on empty, or if your thoughts have felt darker than usual, know this: you are not alone, and there are tools that can help.

What Support Can Look Like

Wellness starts with recognising that support isn’t weakness it’s structure. Just like training your body, supporting your mind requires a system.

Some steps to consider:

Talk to someone you trustChoose a friend, a coach, or a therapist. Say one honest thing. It opens the door.

Build small wellness ritualsWhether it’s journaling, long walks, breathwork or strength training, daily rituals anchor your mind. Movement is medicine.

Ask for professional helpYou don’t need a diagnosis to benefit from therapy. In fact, the earlier you reach out, the better.

We offer direct access to male-focused therapy and coaching on our Services page. No judgement. No pressure. Just support that understands you.

If You’re in Crisis

If you're having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please don’t stay silent. You can get immediate help from trained professionals:

• Samaritans: 116 123 – 24/7 helpline

• CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably): 0800 58 58 58, 5pm to midnight

• Mind UK: Information, local mental health support and crisis resources at mind.org.uk

Even if it feels impossible right now, there are people ready to listen.

Final Word: This Isn’t Just a Day

World Suicide Prevention Day is a powerful moment, but your journey doesn’t start and end here. Choose to talk. Choose to reflect. Choose one small action that moves you forward.

You are not weak for struggling. You are not alone in it. And you do not have to keep carrying it by yourself.

Explore our Services page if you need someone to speak to or if you’re ready to start building the internal structure that can carry you through.