Relationship advice for men

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.

Quite often, issues in relationships arise due to different communication styles. While there are many theories in this area, one that we find interesting is the theory of two distinct, perhaps even opposite, communication styles – the ‘Painters’ and the ‘Pointers’.

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

Although conflict can be a normal part of our relationships and is ‘healthy’ if well-handled, it can sometimes escalate and become destructive. Here MensLine Australia looks at how you can approach conflict in your relationship and the issues to be aware of.

Sexuality can be confusing at the best of times. Here MensLine Australia discusses how feeling unsure about your sexual orientation, or unable to reveal your sexual identity for fear of rejection or discrimination can be a difficult experience and the steps you can take to find support.

We often hear that it’s hard to get men to reach out for help. Try using these tips for tailored approaches to conversations with men that can reap better results and help him open up.

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 Changing for Good looks 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.

MensLine Australia Changing for Good caught up with Ken Nathan recently to discuss the importance of understanding and developing respectful relationships. We asked Ken to share learning’s from his Rules in Relationships program.