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Overcoming Shame


When Silence Speaks: What We Avoid Tells a Story
Silence tells a story. Spot the fears behind avoidance and use practical scripts to have calmer, more honest conversations.
Alan Stokes
Dec 94 min read


The Mask of Perfection: Breaking Free from the Burden
“Why chasing ‘flawless’ keeps men stuck. Discover how putting down the perfect shield eases pressure, reduces isolation, and builds real strength through connection.”
Alan Stokes
Oct 244 min read


Embracing Vulnerability: A Path to Connection and Growth
Discover why vulnerability isn’t weakness, how avoidance harms relationships, and practical steps to build courage, honesty, and connection.
Alan Stokes
Oct 174 min read


Shame – the Silent Pain We Carry
The “never good enough” feeling Shame is the emotion that whispers, “You’re not enough.” It shapes our inner commentary and nudges us to...
Alan Stokes
Oct 103 min read


The Mask of Perfection, the Fear of Vulnerability, and the Cost of Silence
Discover how perfectionism and silence hurt men’s wellbeing—and how vulnerability, honesty, and brotherhood build real strength.
Alan Stokes
Oct 34 min read


Accountability & Brotherhood: Why Men Can’t Do This Alone
MoMENtum Men’s Group helps men in Plymouth build accountability, brotherhood, and connection. Discover why no man thrives alone.
Alan Stokes
Sep 263 min read


Men, Shame, and the “Not Good Enough” Trap
Discover how shame impacts men’s mental health and relationships, and learn practical steps to break the cycle.
Alan Stokes
Sep 193 min read
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