Flourish - Latest Edition - Flipbook - Page 11
Ultimately, both individuals and employers
need to encourage men to share mental
health experiences and challenges and let
them know that it’s not a sign of weakness
– it’s a sign of strength – to address the
issues we all face in life from time to time,
that can, if left unchecked, deteriorate into
depression, anxiety or more severe mental
illness.
Practical Tips to Improve Men’s Mental
Health and Wellbeing
Simplicity is key. And there are many
simple actions men can take to improve
their mental health and wellbeing:
Promote regular exercise and keeping
active – this helps to reduce stress and
improve both physical and mental
health
Sleep is a best friend! Advocate for
prioritising a sleep routine, as it can
improve mood and emotional
regulation.
Try a Grounding exercise – such as the
5,4,3,2,1 exercise. This technique
engages each of the senses as the
person breathes deeply in and out. 5
things you can see, 4 things you can
touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things
you can smell, 1 thing you can taste.
This is an excellent grounding exercise
when someone feels anxious or
stressed.
Try mindfulness – There are plenty of
Apps available to assist you in
scheduling a 1 to 10-minute
mindfulness activity throughout the
day, or use your commute or lunch
break to engage with your
surroundings mindfully
Talk! It isn’t weak to speak up. If
something doesn’t feel right, reach out
to a friend or family member. Talk to a
colleague, or access professional help –
a GP or workplace EAP – where they
can receive EAP counselling for men.
