A Handwritten Lifeline

At Don’t Forget the Dudes, everything we do comes back to one simple truth: dudes need support too, especially during the hardest seasons of life. When grief, loss, or heavy circumstances hit, men are often expected to just “power through” in silence. This City Lifestyle article (originally published in Brentwood Lifestyle Magazine) does a beautiful job of sharing why we started DFD and how something as simple as a handwritten note can become a lifeline for a dude who feels unseen or forgotten.

The article highlights the heart behind what we do, showing up for dudes in many ways. Whether it’s sending handwritten encouragement, creating space for honest conversations, or reminding a guy that they don’t have to carry everything alone, this piece captures the impact of choosing empathy over indifference. Small acts can mean everything when someone’s world feels upside down.

Read the full article written by Sophie Brock, here.