Hey all, my names Matty, I’m 33 from York. My story started in Holmfirth, with a small family unit of one brother, my mum, dad and gran. Like so often nowadays my mum and dad went separate ways, happier for it. I was 16 at the time and came to terms with it easily as I could see it was right. In 2012 I moved to York for work, and felt immediately settled. Met a girl who after 3 years I had an amazing little boy with. Perfect. I then had a challenging year. A change of job, relationship breakdown and the passing of my dad. That’s the word for me, challenge. I’m fortunate that I wasn’t alone. I quickly spoke up to my friends and family around me, who I’m lucky to have. Had I not had that support, it would’ve been unbareable. I know first hand, it’s important to know you’re not alone. Talk. Use that support net. It doesn’t make you less of a man, it makes you stronger. This experience drew me into Yorkey Dads and Menfulness who I’m proud to play a part in. We’re all in this together. You’re not alone. Matty x