Men read from suicide notes they wrote to their loved ones in this heart-rending video . These men found a way through and are urging others to seek help.
All Blacks captain Kieran Read has spoken up about the realities of suicide - and is encouraging Kiwi men to speak up when the going gets tough.
Read posted a heartfelt video released by The Movember Foundation dubbed: Suicide Notes Talk Too Late.
The video follows a number of menwho each read out a few words from a goodbye letter.
"Dear Mum and Dad, this isn't your fault,'' one reads.
"I'm sorry I can't be the father you want me to be,'' another says.
Read - who posted the clip on Friday - said seeing it had "really got me thinking.''
"If only men weren't reluctant to talk to a good mate or family when they're going through tough times.
"We certainly need to out on the paddock when things aren't going so well, so the same rules should apply off the field. C'mon men let's start talking when times get tough."
Yesterday Read said he had been overwhelmed by the public's response.
"I've been amazed by the incredible response encouraging men to talk.
"Thank you to everyone who has shared their experiences and stories. It must be one of the toughest struggles - but I hope we have been able to touch some hearts with this message. Keep the chatter up and let's look out for our mates.''
