Mental health is one of the most widely-discussed topics in almost every industry and news outlet in the UK right now, as the nation attempts to get to grips with this critical challenge. The issue of men’s mental health is also commonly addressed, with worrying statistics around levels of male depression circulated often in the media.
However, in amongst these discussions, there is very little practical advice on how men can start looking after body, mind and soul. As a beginner, this can seem like a daunting task. Yet, the practice of self-care is vital for the modern-day man to help balance the pressures of work, society and social life. So, where do we start? Well, there are plenty of options. Self-care can take the form of an hour-long yoga class or 15 minutes in a sauna, but here are some very simple steps men can take to start carving out some ‘me’ time.