Men In Mind

10/10/2026

🌍 WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY | MEN IN MIND

Today is World Mental Health Day, and we want to remind everyone of something we believe in every single day at Men In Mind.

You don’t have to be at breaking point to talk. And you don’t have to face things alone.

Too often, men feel they have to keep things bottled up, put on a brave face and just get on with it. We convince ourselves that talking is a sign of weakness, that we should be able to handle everything ourselves, or that someone else has bigger problems than us.

But that simply isn’t true.

At Men In Mind, we see the difference it makes when men come together, open up and realise they aren’t the only ones struggling. Sometimes, just knowing someone understands can make all the difference.

We’re not counsellors or clinicians. We’re local men who come together to support one another, share our experiences and remind each other that whatever life throws at us, we don’t have to tackle it alone.

There’s no pressure to speak, no judgement and no registration. You can come along, grab a cuppa and listen until you feel ready to talk.

💙 This World Mental Health Day, check in on your mates.

Ask someone how they’re really doing. Make that phone call. Send that message. Invite someone for a coffee. And if you’re struggling yourself, please know that reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

You never know what someone might be dealing with behind a smile.

And remember, the first step is often the hardest, but you don’t have to take it alone.

Men In Mind. Real men. Real conversations. Real support.

09/10/2026

💙 A wee reminder to get your votes in for us! 💙

We’re delighted that Men in Mind and Women in Mind are part of the Scotmid Member Choice Award, and we’d really appreciate your support.

If you’re already a Scotmid member, please choose Men in Mind and Women in Mind as your nominated organisation so that when you shop and use your membership card, your votes go towards supporting us.

Not a Scotmid member yet? It only costs £1 to join. Once you’ve joined, you can select your chosen organisation in a Scotmid store.

Every vote counts and could help us secure valuable funding to continue the work we do. 💙

🙏 Please nominate Men in Mind and Women in Mind and remember to use your Scotmid membership card when you shop!

Thank you so much for your continued support. 💙



Info here: ⬇️
https://scotmid.coop/2026/09/meet-the-new-member-choice-groups-september-february/

08/10/2026

Not every man has a group of mates to call.

For some, the weekend means football with the lads, a few pints or plans in the group chat.

For others, it's another weekend with no plans, no messages and nobody asking if they fancy doing something.

And that can be a really lonely place to be.

Making friends as an adult isn't always easy. Especially when it feels like everyone else already has their circle.

That's where Men in Mind comes in.

You don't need to bring a mate. You don't need to know anyone. And you certainly don't need to have everything figured out.

Just come along, have a cuppa, enjoy a chat and hopefully make a few new connections along the way.

Because everyone deserves to feel included, valued and part of something.

You don't need to already have mates to find your people.

07/10/2026

🎉 A wee reminder to get your tickets for our Women in Mind & Men in Mind Bingo Night! 🎉

Tickets are just £10 each, which includes your main bingo book. 🙌

It’s set to be a great night, so spread the word, grab your friends and family, and come along to support Women in Mind & Men in Mind. 💙💜

🎟️ Get your tickets here:
Women in Mind & Men in Mind Bingo Night – Eventbrite tickets⁠

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/women-in-mind-and-men-in-mind-bingo-night-tickets-2001399104598?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please share and help us spread the word! 💙💜

05/10/2026

04/10/2026

A great night last night as we took some of the lads and their family’s out to see the Aberdeen Lynx Ice Hockey Team come out victorious with an 8-2 win.

Seeing lads meeting up and building that band of brothers mentality is awesome. Yesterday was the 1st time some of our guys have came to an event or met guys from the other groups which was great to see.

aberdeenlynx

02/10/2026

Not everything has to be about being the best, hitting a goal or achieving something.

Sometimes a hobby can just be… something you enjoy.

⛳ Hit a terrible round of golf.
⚽ Miss a sitter at five-a-side.
🔨 Have a go at the DIY (even if the shelf ends up slightly wonky 😅).
🎸 Pick up the guitar you haven’t touched in years.

Doing something simply because you enjoy it can give your mind a break, lift your mood and give you a chance to connect with others.
No pressure. No targets. No need to be good at it.

Do things because you enjoy them.

What’s a hobby you’d happily be rubbish at?

02/10/2026

Not sure what to expect when you come along to Men in Mind?

Maybe you’ve thought about coming along, but you’re not sure what happens when you walk through the door.

In this video, Danny gives you a little insight into what you can expect from a Men in Mind meeting.

There’s no pressure to speak.
No judgement.
No expectation that you have everything figured out.

Just men coming together, having a chat, listening to one another and building genuine connections.

You can come as you are.

Whether you're having a difficult time, feeling a bit lost or simply looking for somewhere you can talk and connect with other men you'll be welcomed at Men in Mind.

You don't have to face everything on your own.

Come along.
Have a cuppa.
Have a chat and see what it's all about.

A cuppa. A chat. A bit of time out of your week. Sometimes that’s all it takes to start feeling a little less alone.

Men in Mind groups are a place to come as you are. You don’t need to be at breaking point, and you don’t need to know what you want to say before you walk through the door.

You can talk. You can listen. You can just be there.

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