Men’s Depression and Loneliness
Movember and the Message Beneath the Mustache
Every November, men grow mustaches for “Movember”—a campaign for men’s health. But the deeper issue isn’t hair; it’s honesty. Beneath the jokes, millions of men struggle with stress, depression, and loneliness while saying they’re fine. The silence costs more than we admit.
The Lie: “I Can Handle It Alone”
Men are taught to stay tough, stay quiet, and stay in control. But isolation isn’t strength—it’s slow collapse. Scripture offers another picture:
“Two are better than one... If either of them falls, one can help the other up.” — Ecclesiastes 4:9–10
God never asked men to carry life alone. Strength grows in connection, not performance.
Courage Means Letting Yourself Be Seen
It takes no bravery to act fine. Real courage begins when you say, “I’m not okay.” Checking in with another man—honestly—breaks the lie that you’re the only one struggling. True friendship isn’t built on advice or fixes; it’s built on truth and presence.
Build a Brotherhood That Lasts
If you want to grow, start with one honest check-in. Ask real questions:
- What’s weighing on you?
- Where do you feel numb or stuck?
- What’s God stirring that you’ve been avoiding?
That’s how brotherhood begins—one real conversation at a time.
The Invitation: Step Into Brotherhood
Movember reminds us that men’s health is about more than the body—it’s about the soul. If you’re ready to stop carrying everything alone, step into a men’s retreat where masks drop and
courage grows. We also have women’s retreats where women are challenged to move past being “fine.” Or begin Crucible Coaching and learn how to live connected, grounded, and free.
You weren’t made to walk alone. Brotherhood isn’t extra credit—it’s survival.
Want to hear more?
Check out this message from Jim Burgen, Pastor at Flatirons Church in Colorado, as he shares his Crucible journey and challenges listeners to move beyond comfort, confront what’s real, and step into deeper authenticity—the very heart of the Crucible journey.