Expert guidance, self-help hacks and real-life stories to help you improve your mental wellbeing.
Roses to reality: Dr Matt Agnew reveals why prioritising his mental health has been crucial in his business journey
The trajectory of my career has certainly been unexpected. From the structured world of astrophysics, to the whirlwind of reality TV as The Bachelor, and now, as a sole trader, my journey has been a masterclass in adaptability and resilience. While the public may have...
‘I’m a psychologist and here’s the one thing I do every day to improve my mental health’
Even psychologists struggle with mental health concerns. Here, one practitioner reveals the practice that keeps them on even keel
Alex Noble is a C4 quadriplegic whose dreams and ambitions are boundless
At 16, an accident on the rugby field changed Alex’s Noble’s life forever. His response to the experience is a testament to the power of positivity, determination and resilience. As he tells Men’s Health, ‘adversity is the fertiliser for growth’
The trick to deal with imposter syndrome once and for all
IT TOOK A literal disaster for me to realize that I needed help beyond therapy. Friday, September 2024, Hurricane Helene swept through my hometown of Asheville. The power went out first. Then the internet, and the water soon after. A buddy texted me about...
Creatine can boost the benefits of therapy in treating depression
YOUR FAVOURITE GYM supplement continues its metamorphosis into an all-round holistic health superstar, with new evidence finding that as well as helping build muscle, creatine does double duty in treating symptoms of depression. The study, which was published in the...
Why saying ‘I’m fine’ when you’re not might be hurting you
I LIVED IN London for a couple of years back in 2009 and 2010. Typical Aussie rite of passage, except I chose to do it during the Global Financial Crisis – because why make things too easy? Sure, leaving an Australian summer for an English winter was tough, but it...
March madness: if you’re feeling burnt out already, you’re not alone
WE'RE YET TO hit day 70 of the new year and yet somehow everybody is already exhausted. Isn’t this supposed to be the time of year when we are all recharged and optimistic? Instead we’re running on fumes. I said to my boyfriend the other week, “I think I’m burnt...
Osher Günsberg on saunas and the power of self-talk
From the sweaty distress of a sauna to the lung-busting pain of a HIIT workout, overcoming testing situations can come down to the way you talk to yourself
New research shows the mental health benefits of booking a holiday
It should come as no surprise that some quality R&R on a holiday is good for your mental health. But according to new research, simply booking one will also do the trick
What if we’re thinking about willpower all wrong?
As science uncovers more about the true driving forces behind our appetites and urges, a new theory has emerged: what if ‘willpower’ doesn’t actually exist at all?
Therapists explain the surprising depression symptoms for men
It's important not to ignore these signs.
Manoj Dias on sowing the seeds of softness
An unexpected lesson in masculinity – through gardening
Osher Günsberg on coming to grips with what you can actually control in life
The key to managing your mental health in rocky times could be to look at what you have influence over and what you don’t
10 signs you’re dealing with a sociopath, according to therapists
Look carefully, because not all of them are obvious
Osher Günsberg on why you need a mental map
If you ignore the signs of stress and anxiety, you can find yourself lost in a psychological wilderness. But with the right navigational tools in your mental backpack, you can find your way back to safety
Why you don’t need to be happy all the time to lead a fulfilling life
Striving for perpetual happiness is a fool’s errand and an unachievable goal, as a positive psychologist discovered for himself
Olympic breaker Jeff Dunne breaks down how he mentally tackles his sport
Australia's first male Olympic breaker will have a lot on his plate when his sport debuts at the Paris Olympics. This is how he'll deal with it
Osher Günsberg on why vulnerability and resilience are connected
In order to live life to the fullest, you need to be prepared to expose yourself to potential pain and discomfort, while equipping yourself with the tools to handle that hardship. No, it’s not easy. Yes, it’s worth it
Unlocking your greatness: the healing power of self-forgiveness
Discover how cutting yourself some slack and forgiving yourself for mistakes can help you realise the full extent of your potential