Kenyan content creator Baba Talisha has challenged the long-held belief that men should silently endure emotional pain, saying the idea that “a man must persevere through everything” does more harm than good.
Speaking during an interview on Alex Mwakideu TV, the influencer said men are just as vulnerable to emotional hurt as anyone else and should not be discouraged from expressing their feelings or seeking support when overwhelmed.
“People say a man should just endure. That is nonsense. Never tell a man that. We are not immune to insults or bullying. We are human beings, and we have feelings.”
His remarks come amid growing conversations around men’s mental health and the pressure many face to appear emotionally strong regardless of personal struggles.
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‘If you feel like screaming, scream’
Baba Talisha went on to share one of the coping methods that has personally helped him through difficult moments.
He revealed that Ngong Hills became a regular escape for him, explaining that he would often visit the area over the weekends whenever he needed to clear his mind.
The strong winds at the location provided a sense of privacy, allowing him to release pent-up emotions without fear of judgment.
“If you are a man listening to me right now and you feel like screaming, just scream. Ngong Hills has been like a home to me. Every weekend I used to go there. There is so much wind that even if you scream, it goes nowhere. Afterwards, you simply feel better.”
He encouraged men not to suppress their emotions, saying there should be no shame in expressing how they truly feel.
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Speaking out is the first step.
Baba Talisha also urged men to seek out someone they trust whenever life becomes overwhelming, rather than choosing silence.
He maintained that opening up, whether by talking to another person or finding a safe way to release emotions, can help someone move away from what he described as “a dark place.”
“Let a man be a man. If he feels like screaming, let him scream. If he feels like talking to someone, let him talk. That is the best remedy for getting out of a dark place.”
