Mentoring Through The Maze

The Grief of Disconnection for Men: Loneliness and Men. The Quietest Loss of All

Empty pier at dusk symbolising loneliness and men. For many men, loneliness is a hidden grief

Loneliness and men are two words that are deeply entwined. Loneliness isn’t just solitude; it is a kind of grief that chips away at a man’s sense of belonging and identity. This essay explores how disconnection can lead to loss — through fading friendships, emotional silence, and cultural pressure to appear strong — and suggests […]

Grief and Masculinity: How Loss Shapes Strength and Self-Awareness

Grief and masculinity - Black and white photo of a man holding his face in his hands, expressing emotional pain, Grief as Initiation

At a Glance Grief and masculinity often collide. Men are often trained to remain composed, even when life falls apart. But grief has a way of slipping past armour—it exposes what’s real beneath performance. This article redefines grief not as a flaw to mend or overcome, but as a rite of passage —a doorway into […]