The Village Table: Black Mental Health Professionals Networking Brunch
Saturday, June 28
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Soirée, Dallas
A relaxed coffee-and-conversation morning. No pressure. All welcome.
Register on EventbriteJUNE · MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
It's okay to not be okay.
This June, A Mindful Resource Inc. is shining a light on men's mental health — because real strength includes asking for help.
WHY THIS MATTERS
Real strength includes asking for help.
Men are taught early to tough it out, stay quiet, and handle things alone. Those lessons run deep — and they cost lives. Men are far less likely than women to seek help for depression, stress, or substance use, and they are nearly four times more likely to die by suicide.
But these numbers are not the whole story. They point to something fixable: when men have permission to speak up and a safe place to land, things change. Awareness, honest conversation, and access to care save lives.
That's the work. This June, we want every man in our community to know one thing — you are not alone, and support is closer than you think.
If you or someone you know is struggling, skip ahead to Get Help Now. Support is available right now, and it's free and confidential.
KNOW THE SIGNS
How distress can look different in men.
Depression and anxiety don't always look like sadness. In men, they often show up as something else entirely — which is part of why they get missed. Watch for changes from how someone usually is.
Irritability, anger, or a short fuse
Rather than visible sadness.
Pulling back
From friends, family, or activities they used to enjoy.
Risky or escalating behavior
Heavier drinking, substance use, reckless driving.
Physical complaints
Ongoing fatigue, headaches, or aches with no clear cause.
Sleep & appetite changes
Trouble concentrating, sleeping too much or too little.
Going quiet or numb
Avoiding conversations about how they're really doing.
One sign on its own may mean nothing. A cluster of them, or a clear shift over a few weeks, is worth paying attention to.
SHOW UP FOR HIM
How to check in on the men in your life.
You don't need the perfect words. You just need to show up. A simple, direct check-in can be the thing that opens a door.
1
Ask twice.
"How are you?" gets "I'm fine." Try "No, really — how have you actually been lately?"
2
Be specific.
"I noticed you've seemed off since [thing]. I've been thinking about you."
3
Listen more than you fix.
You don't have to solve it. Being heard is the help.
4
Make it normal.
"A lot of people go through this. Talking to someone helped me / a friend of mine."
5
Offer a next step, not a lecture.
"Want me to sit with you while you make a call?" goes further than "you should get help."
6
Follow up.
Check in again in a few days. Consistency tells someone they matter.
If someone tells you they're thinking about suicide, take it seriously, stay with them, and help them connect to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You don't have to carry it alone either.
FOR THE BROTHERS
Caring for your own mental health.
Small, steady habits do more than occasional big efforts. A few that genuinely help:
Move your body
A daily walk counts. Movement is one of the most reliable mood boosters there is.
Protect your sleep
It's not a luxury; it's maintenance.
Stay connected
Isolation makes everything heavier. Reach out before you "need" to.
Watch the numbing habits
Alcohol and other substances quiet things briefly and worsen them over time.
Talk to someone
A friend, a peer group, or a professional. Therapy is a tool, not a verdict.
Ask for help early
You don't have to hit a crisis to deserve support.
GET HELP NOW
Support is closer than you think.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911.
Free, confidential support — available 24/7:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Veterans Crisis Line
Dial 988, then press 1
SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referrals — 1-800-662-4357
NAMI HelpLine
1-800-950-6264
CONNECT WITH US
A Mindful Resource Inc.
Trust-first, culturally aligned mental wellness for Black and Brown men in Dallas. Peer support, care navigation, and community programming — no judgment, no pressure.
A MINDFUL RESOURCE THIS JUNE
Focused on the men in our community.
We're spending the month focused on the men in our community. Here's how to take part.
Follow along all month
Practical tips, real stories, and resources on our Instagram and Facebook. Connect with us.
Pick up a resource card
Find them at partner barbershops, gyms, and clinics across Dallas.
GET INVOLVED
This work runs on people who care.
Three ways to help this June:
Share this page
Send it to one man you care about, or post it. Visibility breaks stigma.
Donate
Your gift funds mental health resources and outreach. A Mindful Resource Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 93-4976788); contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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Questions, answered.
When is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month?+
In the United States, June is widely recognized as Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, observed within National Men's Health Month.
Why do men's mental health needs get overlooked?+
Social expectations that men should stay stoic and "handle it" lead many to downplay symptoms and avoid seeking help — so their struggles often go unnoticed.
What should I do if a man in my life is struggling?+
Check in directly and without judgment, listen, and help him connect to support such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or a local resource. Follow up afterward.
Is help confidential?+
Yes. Crisis lines like 988 are free and confidential. A Mindful Resource Inc. treats every conversation with care and discretion.
You don't have to carry it alone.
Reach out today. We'll meet you where you are.
A Mindful Resource Inc. provides information and community support and is not a substitute for professional medical care or emergency services. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 or call 911.