#105 Healthy Masculinity

In this episode of HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing, host Fergal Fox welcomes Dr. Conor Hammersley, a Fulbright scholar and expert in rural men’s health, for a thoughtful discussion on healthy masculinity during Men’s Health Week. Together, they explore the challenges men face in balancing societal expectations with emotional wellbeing, the impact of social connection, and the importance of vulnerability. The conversation highlights the need for open dialogue, supportive communities, and practical approaches to men’s mental health, offering listeners a warm and insightful perspective on fostering positive masculinity in today’s world.

 

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