Relationship advice for men

Men and Separation is a resource to highlight the support options available to men when making decisions as they go through a separation.

Some men struggle with intimacy as they have been socialised to appear strong and in control, while intimacy encourages vulnerability to connect with the other person. Learn more about intimacy in relationships.

Relationships are at the core of our lives. In a positive relationship, both partners feel valued, loved and nurtured. MensLine Australia has ten tips to help you get the most out of your relationship.

Sometimes, issues in relationships come down to different communication styles. One idea describes two of them: Painters and Pointers. 

This MensLine Australia communication toolkit is designed to assist you in developing your communication skills in your relationships.

Conflict occurs when a disagreement can’t easily be resolved. Read our tip sheet on managing conflict and the issues to be aware of.

Renovate your Relationship is a resource to help men maintain their relationships by getting them to think about the practical side of relationship maintenance.

Connection with others is crucial for our physical and mental health. So, whether you’re feeling disconnected or simply want to expand your social circle, here are some reasons why it’s important to build positive relationships and our tips to find your tribe.

Words matter, but from a child’s point of view, actions matter a lot more. Here we look at the importance of modelling respectful relationships, and how our relationships (good or bad) affect our children.

Intimacy is the connectedness and closeness between two people. A lack of intimacy may indicate a problem with the relationship.

Listening is an important part of effective communication. We have conversations throughout the day, but sometimes we’re not listening as well as we could. Active listening skills go a long way towards addressing misunderstandings and establishing healthier relationships.