Creating Spaces for Men's Mental Health with Haka for Life Founder Leon Ruri

Gray Transforms

Creating Spaces for Men's Mental Health with Haka for Life Founder Leon Ruri | Gray Transforms episode #35

Leon Ruri is the founding director of Haka for Life. We discuss the importance of creating spaces for men to have conversations about mental health. He shares his personal journey and the story behind Hakka for Life, a suicide prevention and mental health initiative. Leon emphasizes the need for men to improve their communication skills and break societal expectations. He highlights the power of listening and creating a non-threatening environment for open dialogue. The conversation explores the impact of childhood experiences on adult behavior and the importance of healing and transformation. The conversation explores the importance of active listening and being present in the moment. It emphasizes the power of true listening and the impact it can have on mental health. The speakers discuss the need for men to create spaces where they can open up and transform, breaking cycles of abuse and violence. They also acknowledge the importance of honoring and supporting women. The conversation ends with expressions of gratitude and plans for future collaborations.

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