• The Man Therapy Head Inspection - A FREE 18 question “self check-in” quiz designed specifically for guys. Pop the hood and answer 18 quick questions about your mental health. The result is an easy-to-read slider scale that might provide insight to what you are (or are not) feeling and experiencing.

• HEADS UP GUYS- An organization that offers a suite of FREE self assessment tools that can help you gain personal insight and awareness.

For many of us there is a paradox that comes with living in the mountain west… Someone else’s vacation is our lifestyle…

These links highlight the mental health realities of living in a mountain town like Whitefish:

ARTICLES

• Here's Why Ski Towns Are Seeing More Suicides

• Your Take: Ski Town Suicides

• An Increase in Suicide Rates Among Residents in Ski Towns?

VIDEOS

• Paradise Paradox

• Feel it All

The NATE CHUTE FOUNDATION maintains a list of local community resources

If you need to:

LAUGH | CRY | THINK ABOUT LIFE | ACTUALLY FEEL SOMETHING

• The Big Sick

• The Mask You live in

• Good Will Hunting

• A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

• Little Miss Sunshine

• Lady Bird

• Into the Wild

• The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

• The Truman Show

• Slumdog Millionaire

• Amélie

• Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

YOU ARE NOT ALONE - A curated list of articles about men’s mental health

In any crisis, it is important to seek help immediately.

The following resources are recommended by the National Institute of Mental Health:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

  • Call or text 988

  • Support is also available via live chat.

• Veterans Crisis Line: This helpline is a free, confidential resource for veterans of all ages and circumstances. Call 1-800-273-8255 and press “1”; text 838255; or chat online to connect with 24/7 support.

• Crisis Text Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741 for free and confidential support 24 hours a day throughout the U.S.

• Disaster Distress Hotline: People affected by any disaster or tragedy can call this helpline, sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, to receive immediate counseling. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 to connect with a trained professional from the closest crisis counseling center within the network.