EP 9 | Men’s Mental Health Deserves Attention | It's Okay to Not to be Okay | Ft. Dr. Madhur Rathi

Описание: It's Okay to Not to Be Okay is a podcast series designed to break down complex mental health topics and make them more approachable and understandable.
Each episode features experts and insightful guests who simplify challenging issues, offering relatable perspectives that everyone can connect with.

My mission is to raise awareness and encourage meaningful conversations around mental well-being, bringing attention to crucial topics that are often overlooked or misunderstood.
Episode: Understanding Men's Mental Health with Dr. Madhur Rathi

In this episode, Dr. Madhur Rathi and I discussed how society often focuses on telling men what they should not be, rather than guiding them on what they should be. From a young age, men are taught to avoid certain behaviors or skills because they are labeled as “unmanly,” instead of being encouraged to become capable, responsible, and emotionally aware individuals.

We talked about everyday life skills such as cooking and stitching, which are essential for survival and independence. These skills are not tied to gender, yet society has historically portrayed them as “women’s work.” As a result, household responsibilities are unfairly assigned to women, while men are expected only to earn money. This rigid division not only limits men from becoming self-sufficient but also places an unequal burden on women.

The conversation highlighted how these stereotypes harm everyone. When men are discouraged from learning basic life skills or expressing care and responsibility at home, they miss out on personal growth.