I’m Fine (But Not Really)
On sale
6th August 2026
Price: £16.99
How many times have you said ‘I’m fine’ when you’re anything but?
Modern men are under pressure to be strong, silent and always in control. But what happens when this isn’t true? Drawing on over twenty-five years of clinical experience, Dr Peter Meades confronts the crisis of men’s mental health with unflinching honesty and deep compassion, bringing together real-life stories and straightforward tools to help men make sense of stress, anger and shame.
This groundbreaking guide reveals why men delay seeking help until breaking point, and offers a lifeline: therapy without going to therapy. Through ten transformative insights – covering everything from emotional resilience and trauma recovery to relationship skills and the impact of expectations around ‘masculinity’ – it guides you in mapping your own journey. You’ll find practical exercises designed to help you spot patterns, build self-awareness and take achievable steps toward change.
Written for men who avoid therapy or struggle to talk, this is a resource you can use privately and at your own pace. Discover how to reconnect with your body, manage stress and redefine what strength means – without jargon or judgement. Real change starts with one honest look in the mirror.
Modern men are under pressure to be strong, silent and always in control. But what happens when this isn’t true? Drawing on over twenty-five years of clinical experience, Dr Peter Meades confronts the crisis of men’s mental health with unflinching honesty and deep compassion, bringing together real-life stories and straightforward tools to help men make sense of stress, anger and shame.
This groundbreaking guide reveals why men delay seeking help until breaking point, and offers a lifeline: therapy without going to therapy. Through ten transformative insights – covering everything from emotional resilience and trauma recovery to relationship skills and the impact of expectations around ‘masculinity’ – it guides you in mapping your own journey. You’ll find practical exercises designed to help you spot patterns, build self-awareness and take achievable steps toward change.
Written for men who avoid therapy or struggle to talk, this is a resource you can use privately and at your own pace. Discover how to reconnect with your body, manage stress and redefine what strength means – without jargon or judgement. Real change starts with one honest look in the mirror.
Reviews
He won't book a session. He might not read the whole thing. But a few pages of this might just land
Everything men need to know when life feels stuck, without ever setting foot in therapy. Straightforward, relatable, and helps men (and women!) see things in a whole new way
Give this jargon-free gem to the men in your life; Peter's insight is invaluable
The book women wish men would read
So many men say they're fine when they're not - this book gets it. It's honest, down-to-earth, and exactly what men need to help them open up and feel better. I think this book will help so many men
A powerful and much-needed book. In hospitality we're always looking after others, this shows you how to look after yourself too. Everyone should read it
Buy this for the men in your life. They may not ask for it, but they need it
If you ever hear a man say 'I'm fine' but know he isn't, this is the best thing you can give him, and read yourself. It's honest, compassionate and could make all the difference. We have to be there for each other, and this book paves the way
This is the kind of book many men wish they'd had years ago. It's honest, accessible and doesn't overcomplicate things - it just helps you understand what's going on and to find a way forward that feels manageable. Straight-talking, practical and genuinely useful, it cuts through the noise and actually speaks to men in a way that lands. A really important and timely read. It's certainly a book I wish I'd had earlier in my life - especially as someone who hasn't always been quick to admit when something's not right, or to ask for help
Every man needs to read this - straight-talking, practical and genuinely useful
If you've ever said 'I'm fine' when you're not, this is for you