“Man up.” “Suck it up.” “Toughen up.” For many men, these are words they’ve heard growing up: messages that can make it harder to talk openly about emotions and vulnerability. But Danny Loong, co-founder of Timbre and MenToo, an initiative encouraging conversations around men’s mental health, wants to challenge that mindset. To him, vulnerability isn’t a weakness or something to be ashamed of - it takes courage. He also believes the expectations placed on men can add to the pressures they face. So, what does it really mean to “be a man”? Hear Danny’s take on toxic masculinity, vulnerability and why he believes society could learn to be more forgiving.

International Men’s Day

Saturday 14 November

10am to 1pm

Murdoch University Singapore

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