'Boys Don't Cry, Girls Can't Throw' Book Launch with Martin Nash

Join us for the launch of Boys Don’t Cry, Girls Can’t Throw, a transformative new book from Trigger Publishing and Martin Nash that dives into the intersection of mental health and sports, highlighting the challenges and resilience of athletes who face pressure both on and off the field.

About the Book:
Boys Don’t Cry, Girls Can’t Throw by Martin Nash explores the profound pressures athletes endure and the unique role they play in reshaping perceptions of mental toughness. Through personal reflections, the author weaves their own journey with compelling narratives of renowned athletes like Tyson Fury, Ben Stokes, and Naomi Osaka, whose mental health stories have sparked global conversations. The book also features insightful interviews with sports psychologists and mental health advocates, offering an essential perspective on why our approach to mental health in sports needs to evolve.

In this powerful examination, Boys Don’t Cry, Girls Can’t Throw makes a call for improved mental health support systems in sports and explores how sportspeople have the capacity to shift attitudes and inspire change for future generations.

What to Expect at the Event:

• A reading from Boys Don’t Cry, Girls Can’t Throw
• An in-depth discussion on the history of mental health in sports and the cultural expectations placed on athletes
• Insights from the author, Martin Nash, on the making of the book and his personal journey with mental health
• Audience Q&A
• Book signing session and an opportunity to purchase signed copies of Boys Don’t Cry, Girls Can’t Throw

Why Attend?
Whether you’re a sports fan, mental health advocate, or simply curious about the resilience required to overcome mental health challenges, this event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into the evolving role athletes play in the mental health conversation. Be part of a movement that recognizes mental strength as more than just physical endurance.

Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot to join this timely and important discussion.

We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate this significant contribution to mental health advocacy in sports.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Gilded Acorn, 1 Portsmouth Street, London, United Kingdom