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MOMENTUM BLOG
Ideas, Stories & Ways To Keep Moving Forward
Explore honest insights, practical advice and stories about friendship, wellbeing, confidence, connection and life as a man.


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 24, 20254 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 17, 20254 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 10, 20253 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 3, 20254 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 26, 20253 min read


Riding the Rollercoaster of Starting Something New: My Journey with MoMENtum Men’s Group
“Starting MoMENtum Men’s Group has been a rollercoaster of excitement, fear, and hope. Discover the highs, lows, and lessons of building something that matters.”
Alan Stokes
Sep 20, 20254 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 19, 20253 min read


How Simple Invitations Can Shift Everything
My Story: A Rainy Morning and a Lifeline I was handing out maps at the start of a rainy Saturday walk—just a casual meetup idea to help...
Alan Stokes
Aug 29, 20252 min read


Pedals, Paths & Real Talk — How Movement Opens Doors
A Personal Story That Unfolded on Two Wheels I’d walked plenty, but didn’t really identify as a cyclist… until one spring morning changed...
Alan Stokes
Aug 22, 20252 min read


When a Walk Changed Everything: Why Community Makes the Difference
A Personal Moment That Changed Everything A couple of months back, I found myself unexpectedly stalling at the edge of the moorland,...
Alan Stokes
Aug 15, 20252 min read


10 Ways Men Can Boost Their Mental Health in 10 Minutes
Struggling to find time for your mental health? Here are 10 simple actions that take less than 10 minutes and can have a big impact: 1....
Alan Stokes
Aug 1, 20251 min read
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