Real Men. Real Talk. Real Change.
TheSilent
Battle
Men’s Mental Health, Vulnerability & Suicide Prevention
Counting down to August 14
You are not alone. You were never meant to fight alone.
The reason we’re doing this
The Cost of Silence
Not because they’re weak. Because too many are fighting a silent battle alone.
They build walls instead of asking for help.They stay quiet instead of speaking up.They carry the pressure alone.They convince themselves no one would understand.
We’re changing that.
What is The Silent Battle
A room where men stop pretending
The Silent Battle is a five-hour event for men who are ready to put down the armor. Real conversations, impactful speakers, breakout workshops, brotherhood, practical tools, and hope, all in one afternoon.
It isn’t therapy and it isn’t a lecture. It’s a room full of men choosing to be honest about the things they usually carry alone, so they can walk out with something real to hold onto.
The men on the mic
Featured Speakers
Four voices confirmed, with more speakers and guests to be announced.
Makay Dobbins
Speaker
On finding balance in masculinity, destigmatizing emotional vulnerability, pornography, divorce, and stepping into true authenticity.
Ben Potzsch
Speaker
On purpose, suicide, our relationship with God, and how that helps us see our true identity.
Chris Warnick
Speaker
On stepping into integrity and ending the lies we tell ourselves and others, and the ripple effect of chaos, pain, and anxiety they cause. Chris will share the story of a friend he recently lost to suicide.
Chad Olson, LMFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Co-owner of Ascend Counseling & Wellness, with offices across southern Utah, and a region director for Seminaries & Institutes.
More on Chad Olson
Ascend Counseling & Wellness · BYU, M.S. Marriage & Family Therapy
Chad is a licensed marriage and family therapist and co-owner of Ascend Counseling & Wellness, with offices in St. George, Cedar City, Hurricane, Delta, Richfield, and Mesquite. He also serves with Seminaries & Institutes for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as region director in southern Utah. Chad has been married to his wife, Janae Van Tassell, for 20 years, and they have six children. He grew up in Orem, Utah, the youngest of five, and enjoys golfing and coaching his kids.
Five hours, built to matter
What to Expect
Real Conversations
Honest talk, no pretending.
Brotherhood
A room of men who get it.
Breakout Workshops
Do the work, not just hear it.
Impactful Speakers
Men who’ve walked through it.
Practical Tools
Takeaways you’ll actually use.
Hope
It gets better. You’re not alone.
Claim Your Seat
One ticket. One afternoon that could change the way you carry everything. General admission includes all speakers, breakout workshops, and the full 1:00 to 6:00 PM event in St. George, Utah.
The exact venue is being finalized, and we’ll email the address to every ticket holder as soon as it’s locked in.
Good questions
FAQ
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If you’re struggling right now
You don’t have to wait for August. Help is free, confidential, and available 24/7.