Alokali Zhimomi conducting a session on men’s mental health
during a workshop organised by Dimapur 24/7 at KPCI - Vision Success Institute,
Dimapur, on March 15.
- DIMAPUR — Dimapur
24/7 organised a workshop on men’s mental health at KPCI - Vision Success
Institute, Dimapur, on March 15.
- According to an update, the session aimed to address the
stigma surrounding men's mental well-being, explore key psychological
challenges, and create a safe space for discussions on the topic.
- On the occasion, the resource person, Alokali Zhimomi (B.Th,
M.Div., Masters in Pastoral Counselling), provided insights into stress
management and emotional well-being among men.
- She highlighted the root causes of societal stigma, ego, and
emotional barriers that often discourage men from seeking help. Emphasising the
need for open discussions, Zhimomi encouraged participants to challenge
traditional notions of masculinity that hinder emotional expression.
- She stated that the societal pressure on men to suppress
their emotions has long been a barrier to their mental well-being and stressed
that it is time to create spaces where men feel safe to share and seek help
without fear of judgement.
- The workshop saw participation from college students,
teachers, and executive members of Dimapur 24/7. Attendees engaged in
discussions, sharing personal experiences and raising questions, featuring the
need for more dialogues on this often-overlooked issue.
- Annie Jain, chairperson of Dimapur 24/7, stressed that
discussions on men’s mental health often do not receive the attention they
deserve, making it essential to create platforms for open dialogue and support.
- She urged government authorities and educational
institutions to conduct awareness drives in schools and colleges across the
state to address the growing mental health concerns among young people.
Additionally, she highlighted the significant gap between personal awareness of
mental health issues and the expert guidance provided by mental health
professionals, underlining the need for professional intervention and
education.
