Ep 049: Men's Mental Health: Empowering Vulnerability & Breaking Barriers with Ton Mazzone

In this episode of the Kiki Kirby Podcast, join host Kiki Kirby as she engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Ton Mazzone, a visual storyteller and mental health advocate. Ton's journey through social anxiety and his viral video 'A Day in the Life of Anxiety' have touched millions of lives worldwide, sparking a passion for exploring the connection between childhood trauma and mental health. Don't miss this empowering episode where we explore the realm of men's mental health and trauma-informed work. Discover how Ton's personal experiences and insights have led him to dedicate his work to the 'Traumality' project, aiming to foster understanding, destigmatize mental health, and empower individuals to embrace vulnerability.   Here are the highlights: {2:24} Why and how did he get into the field of men's mental health and trauma-informed work? {7:35} What inspired him to initiate change and embark on his journey of mental health healing? {10:35} How did it help him develop self-compassion and improve self-care? {16:36} The support system he had during his mental health journey. {20:50} Tips on how to embark on a mental health healing journey. The first steps to take. {23:30} Reasons why men often refrain from discussing their mental health. The stigma surrounding men and mental health. {28:04} What inspires him? {31:18} What does "heart-centred" mean to him? {34:18} Sneak peeks into his upcoming documentary and book.   Connect with Ton: Link to his the podcast: HERE  Podcast episode with Mandy Saligari: https://youtu.be/O2GDfTWfads   @traumality on Instagram  @tonmazzone on Instagram  Sign up for our HeartLead Boundaries FREE challenge: Here    Self-Study Courses: The Rediscover You Toolkit:  https://www.kikikirbycoaching.co.uk/therediscoveryoutoolkit Kite Of Hope:  https://www.kikikirbycoaching.co.uk/kite-of-hope   WORK with us one to one coaching: https://www.kikikirbycoaching.co.uk/one-to-one-coaching Coaching Complimentary Consultation: here  Team Development and Team Wellbeing Newsletter – Consultancy: here  Get Kiki Kirby Coaching news and loving guidance straight to your inbox. – Coaching: here  Join The Happy Healthy Wellbeing Community: here   Connect with Kiki & her consultancy: Websites:   Coaching: www.kikikirbycoaching.com  Consultancy: www.kikikirbyconsultancy.com   Instagram: Coaching: https://www.instagram.com/kiki.kirby.coaching/ Consultancy: https://www.instagram.com/kikikirbyconsultancy/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kikikirbycoaching/ Email: [email protected]   PODCAST: The Kiki Kirby Podcast – Evolving in a heart centred way