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Seeing red-anger and aggression

19th February 2022 Reading Time: 1 minutes Anger Management. 1199 views.

What happens when we let our most destructive emotion dominate? David Nugent, Psychotherapist and founder of the Heavy M.E.T.A.L Program was a guest speaker on ABC Radio - All in the Mind's weekly podcast.  Follow the link below to hear the podcast.

Fathers Day

5th September 2021 Reading Time: 1 minutes Men's Health. 1887 views.

Being a father has its own challenges…. from the team at Heavy M.E.T.A.L. we send warm wishes on Father’s Day to all those dads who face these challenges with smiles on their faces. Father’s Day reminds us that our fathers have always taught us to never give up…. Keep moving ahead in life and achieving your goals… Happy Father’s Day!

Masterclass May 2021

22nd August 2021 Reading Time: 1 minutes Men's Health. 1989 views.

This Masterclass was a weekend workshop held at Phillip Island that was designed to inspire and challenge participants. The participants attending or who had completed the Phase 1, Phase 2 or Phase 3 Program were invited to participate. The participants who participated in this workshop gained personal insights that empowered them to remove their masks and discover their true strengths.

The Trap Podcast - Hosted by Jess Hill

12th August 2021 Reading Time: 1 minutes 1910 views.

Participants from the Heavy M.E.T.A.L Group who work with David Nugent and his team were invited to participate in Episode 3 of the podcast. This podcast is a series about love, abuse and power. Hosted by Jess Hill, this podcast looks deeply at the abuse that happens in private, and in public, searching the world for answers to the questions that continue to confound us. Why does domestic abuse persist? Why do people become abusive? And what can we do to prevent it? From the Victorian Women’s Trust, this is The Trap.

When was the last time you had a proper conversation without wearing the mask?

11th August 2021 Reading Time: 1 minutes Men's Health. 1441 views.

When was the last time you had a proper conversation? One not over SMS or WhatsApp, or messenger, but a natural face-to-face conversation, a two-way exchange about something meaningful? Not a conversation about the weather or the traffic. A genuine face-to-face conversation is valuable when it comes to empowering Men's self-worth and helps with men’s well-being.

"Blokes, barbecue, bonfire, beers, bonding and bullshit"

9th August 2021 Reading Time: 1 minutes Men's Health. 1027 views.

The team at Heavy M.E.T.A.L knows the importance of supporting other blokes. Whether you are an outback farmer or a city broker sharing experience with a safe network can be the best way to keep up mental resilience.

See What You Made Me Do

11th May 2021 Reading Time: 1 minutes Domestic Violence. 1812 views.

“See what you made me do“ is a 3-part documentary that’s explores one of the most complex issues of our time- “Family Violence”.

Creating a Safe Christmas for you and your family

17th December 2020 Reading Time: 9 minutes Anger Management, Behavioural Change, Conflict Resolution. 2929 views.

Take care of yourself this Christmas and create a safe Christmas for you and your family. Here are Dave's tips to keep things civil and stress free with a focus on family this Christmas!

Supporting Your Teen Through Mental Health Challenges During Coronavirus

21st November 2020 Reading Time: 3 minutes Behavioural Change, General, Programs for Schools, Teenagers. 2328 views.

The coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) is a challenging time for both teens and parents, with everyone spending much more time at home than usual and teens missing out on regular schooling and social activities. This disruption to routines can take a serious toll on mental health.

Male Menopause

21st November 2020 Reading Time: 1 minutes General, Men's Health. 2759 views.

With the COVID-19 pandemic halting normal life, many older men with symptoms of male menopause could be experiencing more difficulty, with their mental health also being at risk.