In today’s world, mental health conversations are more visible than ever—yet many people still struggle to move forward because of powerful barriers. Some barriers are external: societal pressure, stigma, workplace expectations, and fear of judgment. Others are internal: the walls we build ourselves through silence, shame, perfectionism, and the belief that we must hide our struggles.
In this intimate fireside chat, Malcolm E. Nowlin draws from his lived experience to explore both the visible and invisible barriers that hold us back. With honesty and courage, he reframes mental health as a space for awareness, strength, resilience, and real growth
Attendees will gain practical insights on how to identify self-built barriers, break the silence, ask for support, and move forward with greater authenticity and hope.
“Some barriers are outside of us… but some are the ones we built ourselves.”
Malcolm E Nowlin, Move Forward Together
Meet the speakers
Carole Mehigan
Responsible Business Manager EMEA
Malcolm Nowlin
Founder of M Nowlin Enterprise LLC