Men's mental health

We know building good relationships and spending our time and energy on our family is important. But to keep this going, you also need to spend some time looking after yourself. Think of it as self-maintenance; you have to take care of yourself to care for someone else.

Mental Health Week and World Mental Health Day is a good time to reflect and focus on our mental health and wellbeing.

In life there are essentially four decision making principles that give us an idea about how much influence we can have in different situations. These four principles are: Given, Input, Negotiate and Self.

Our emotional state often dictates how we behave. Men often feel they need to be self-reliant and provide for their loved ones, so it is not appropriate to express their emotions. Here MensLine Australia challenges that notion offering advice on how you can talk about your emotions openly and freely.

Mental health issues are more difficult to acknowledge and address than physical ailments, but the symptoms and the impact on our lives can be just as real. Here MensLine Australia discusses the steps you can take today to realise mental wellbeing.

Men’s mental health issues often go unrecognised, even by those experiencing them. While awareness around men’s mental health continues to grow, many men aren’t sure how to identify when they’re struggling or when something isn’t quite right. Learn to recognise common men’s mental health challenges and when you should seek support.  

Trying to break old habits and start new ones can be hard. To help you, we’ve compiled some advice to make those new habits stick. 

Achieving true change in your life, especially when you’re trying to shift long-standing behaviours, can be a tough slog. Why is it so hard? What holds us back from making positive change in our lives? Read here to learn why and how to best navigate these hurdles.

Our self-care toolkit will assist you in developing your personal skills to better manage your current situation. We have guidance on setting goals, relaxation techniques, setting boundaries, sleeping, and problem solving.

MensLine Australia recently sat down with Leon, a social worker with almost 30 years’ experience, to get his perspective of the challenges of seeking help for men.

While virtually all exercise is beneficial for general, ‘whole body’ health, cycling is especially great for positive mental health.

Retirement can be an exciting time in your life, finally having the freedom to pursue your interests, travel, or to simply slow down and enjoy life. However, for some men retirement can be challenging. Here, MensLine Australia explores the issues associated with retirement including the loss of a regular daily work routine and associated sense of purpose.