10/23/2026
“Im that real man”
In this HERO Dads testimonial, one father shares how the program helped him feel affirmed.
Not for putting on a tough exterior, but for being honest about his emotions, thoughts, and experiences.
He’s learning that maturity means being able to speak about pain without turning it into harm.
That he can be vulnerable, ask for support, and work through difficult feelings without violence.
Being a man isn’t about hiding what you feel.
It’s about how you handle it.