The staggering difference between women and men when it comes to self helpSelf care is equally as important to both females and males but little is spoken about male self care. Granted, men's health in general has made great strides over the past 30-40 years in terms of life expectancy at least, but men's health is still somewhat of a taboo subject. But what is self care? It's anything you can do to take care of yourself so you can stay physically mentally and emotionally well. Mind.org.uk states that self-care techniques and general lifestyle changes can help manage the symptoms of many mental health problems. And where it's acceptable for women to participate in self care activities there is still a huge misconception that men should be strong and be able to cope with life, that they are seen as weak or self indulgent when putting their mental health needs first. Just as we would make strides to improve our physical well-being we must encourage and accept the same for men and their mental health. Whatever your self care may be; eating more fruit and veg, cutting down on alcohol, joining a gym, going for a long walk or just putting yourself first in any situation, this needs to become second nature. We all need to understand that helping ourselves and getting help for our mental health is not a weakness but a power to embrace. To talk more about mens self esteem and self care, why not contact me and see what I can help you with today. Demi x  |