In his speech, Erezi highlights the importance of being vulnerable and sharing personal stories to understand new perspectives. Erezi Umuakpero is an alumnus of the European University of Lefke in Northern Cyprus and Lambton College in Ontario Canada. With a wealth of experience spanning over eight years as a building manager, Erezi adeptly balances his professional career with his roles as a devoted husband and father of two. His profound dedication extends beyond his familial commitments, as he champions the cause of men’s mental health, striving to empower individuals to navigate stress more effectively. Outside of his professional and personal endeavors, Erezi finds solace and fulfillment in quality time spent with his family and actively contributes to his local church community through service. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx