Sadly, suicide is the biggest killer of men under 49. I share the core belief that suicide prevention is about life appreciation, creating hope, and everyone has a valuable and unique contribution to make it happen.

Masculinity and what it means to be a man, has been implanted, grown, and developed in the minds of men since their childhood. Men witness to the stereotypes of masculine heroes, who are self-sufficient, strong, and capable. Often the role of offering emotional support and openness is not one associated with being manly and is therefore dismissed.

Awareness is critical. Awareness there is a problem, and not to not talk about it until it gets to a breaking point. Understanding that living by the ego is a trap and being vulnerable is also a strength.

I invited for this art installation project, men to answer the question:

“ What message of kindness would I write to myself?”

where men could actively work on building their compassion and develop a mindset conducive to kindness and understanding towards themselves.