Gino Biervliet

Freedom

Thursday 28th Mar 2024

This year marks my first official ride alongside the esteemed gentlemen of Nijmegen, the Netherlands, in the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2024.

One of the causes at the heart of this event, raising awareness for men's mental health, is a personal crusade of mine and a significant reason behind my participation.

For too long, I've navigated the turbulent waters of mental health challenges, with the past year presenting some of the most daunting waves yet. It was a year where defeat loomed close, but choosing to voice my struggles transformed the battle. Opening up about my mental health journey invited an outpouring of support that became my beacon of hope for brighter days. This liberty to discuss our health, to acknowledge our struggles without fear, is the cornerstone of recovery and resilience. It's my hope that by sharing my story, we can chip away at the lingering stigmas surrounding men's mental health, encouraging open and healing dialogues.

Even today I still struggle on a daily base, but:

When I hear the rumble of a motorcycle engine, I smile.
When I cruise, shoulder to shoulder with 250 gentlemen, I feel.
When I ride, I'm free!

How do you find your freedom? I invite you to share your stories, to join the conversation and the cause. Together, we can break the silence that too often surrounds mental health. Your support, whether through donations, sharing this message, or simply engaging in discussions about mental health, can foster a community of understanding and compassion.

Let's ride not just for the thrill, but for a future where no one battles in silence.

Ik rij op mijn motor voor Men's Health in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride

Thursday 28th Mar 2024 Op zondag 19 mei 2024 rijd ik in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride met andere mannen en vrouwen over de hele wereld om namens Movember geld en bewustzijn in te zamelen voor prostaatkanker en de geestelijke gezondheid van mannen. Mannen sterven gemiddeld 6 jaar eerder dan vrouwen en dit om grotendeels te voorkomen redenen. Het aantal mannen dat lijdt groeit, en daar moeten we iets aan doen. Dus, voordat ik mijn tweed druk en mijn laarzen poets, vraag ik jullie om samen met mij geld en bewustzijn in te zamelen voor deze doelen door te doneren wat je kunt voor dit zinvolle doel en om de mannen waar we van houden, te helpen een gelukkiger en gezonder leven te leiden.