HEALING 101: Redefining Masculinity in Men’s Mental Health with James Haskell

Hurt to Healing

May 22, 2025•12 min

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In today’s episode of Healing 101, we sit down with former England rugby star, author, and mental health advocate James Haskell for a raw conversation about men’s mental health., James opens up about the psychological toll of elite performance, the silence that surrounds vulnerability in men’s sport, and the damaging myths around masculinity. He reflects on his own experiences with ADHD, self-doubt, and grief, while calling for a cultural shift where emotional honesty is not only accepted but encouraged.

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