Why Men Are Afraid to Tell Their Bosses They Are Struggling (71% Won't Speak Up)

In this powerful episode, the Not So Christian Brothers tackle the silent crisis in men's mental health. A shocking new statistic reveals that 71% of men won't tell their employer about a mental health issue for fear of being stigmatized . Colm argues that the workplace is still a hostile environment for honesty, while Justin insists that employers aren't therapists—and shouldn't be expected to be.We also discuss:Finding Your Wild Side: From walking barefoot in forests to "wild workouts," the lads debate how to reclaim spontaneity in middle age .Truffle Hunting: Justin’s bizarre trip to Luxembourg involving foraging pigs (and why Colm thinks you can smoke a truffle) .The "Wobble" Day: Colm opens up about needing days where he just shuts down to handle his "wobbles" alone, and why that’s okay.Suicide Stats: A look at the rising suicide rates among men aged 70-74 and the misconceptions about talking to someone in crisis.📅 New episodes every Thursday & Sunday 🗓️ Release Date: Wednesday, 05/02/2026⏱️ Timings00:00 – Intro: Colm’s "Lesbian" Shirt & Gynecology Visit 02:30 – Finding Your Wild Side (Spontaneity vs. Stupidity) 06:40 – Justin’s Truffle Hunting Trip (With Pigs) 10:00 – Facing Your Fears Weekly 12:14 – Colm’s "Wobble" Days & Being Alone 15:30 – Mental Health Deep Dive: Suicide Statistics & Sleep Hygiene 20:12 – The 71% Stat: Why men won't talk to their bosses 24:39 – Justin vs. Colm: Should employers manage mental health? 33:39 – Why asking "How are you?" matters 📌 Important Listener NotesSupport Services: If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode, please contact Samaritans on 116 123 or visit samaritans.orgSocials: Follow us on Instagram @notsochristianbrothers for clips and updates.Subscribe: Please like, subscribe, and follow to help us keep these important conversations going. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.