Men Let's Talk Event

In a night aimed at bringing men together to share and talk about mental health, we, Johnny Bigg, partnered with foodie fashionista Arnott Olssen to gather men to have a meaningful conversation and enjoy a relaxed meal together.

Hiring a private home, Arnott spent the day preparing a feast for the men, including roast chicken, baked Moroccan spiced lamb and baked salmon, all served with delicious sides of harissa potatoes, salads and sauces. We will share the recipes so you can try it out! Drinks were provided by Peter Lehmann and Son of a Nun.

Johnny Bigg has partnered with Beyond Blue in Australia since 2016 and, more recently, the Mental Health Foundation in New Zealand. We have always believed in raising awareness about the importance of men talking about mental health and not being afraid to be vulnerable. We all go through hard seasons and it's key to share it with someone or reach out and get help if needed.

Speaker, Actor and Content creator James Carson, who specialises in wellness, led our guests through a breathing and journaling session to help men build a positive mindset together with the following tips on managing the daily stress of life.

1) Start your morning in a wonderful way (First of all, don't reach for your phone!)

2) Breathe - 2 minutes and 30 seconds - Close your eyes and complete the following breathing practice - 5 second inhale, 5 second hold and a 5 second exhale for 10 full breaths

3) Love - 2 minutes and 30 seconds - Grab a pen and a piece of paper and write down at least 3 things you are grateful to have in your life.

If you, a friend or loved one needs help please reach out knowing there are organisations who can provide the support you need.