On my birthday this year, instead of gifts or celebrations, I want to dedicate the day and the rest of the month to supporting men’s mental health through the Movember Foundation.

Too often, hurt people hurt people. And in a society where men are often judged for expressing emotions or made to feel weak for having feelings, the result is silence, isolation, and unhealthy cycles. I want to help break that stigma and remind people that vulnerability is strength and that no one has to carry their struggles alone.

By donating, you’ll be supporting programs that provide resources, raise awareness, and ultimately save lives. But whether you’re able to give or not, I want this message to serve as a reminder: if you’re feeling down or in a tough place, please know there are people out there who love you and to whom you can reach out to. And if you truly need someone, I can be that person to listen and let you air it out.