Expert guidance, self-help hacks and real-life stories to help you improve your mental wellbeing.
The subtle signs you have high-functioning anxiety
MY LIFE IS a dichotomy, in that I’ve spent years in tae kwon do, love football and rodeos, but have an affinity for frozen yoghurt and watching Netflix with a good cabernet and wood wick candles next to my cats, Thelma and Louise. I attribute my temperament to genes...
Osher Günsberg on how to redirect distracting sexual energy
BEFORE KURT RUSSELL attempted an Escape from New York, before he battled The Thing, he starred in the underrated comedy Used Cars. Early in the movie, he is given some of the greatest wisdom a young man could hope to hear: “Don’t let the little head do the thinking...
What #narctok won’t tell you about real narcissism
"I THINK MY boss is a narcissist.” “Your mum sounds like a narcissist.” “Oh, my ex-boyfriend was so abusive, a total narcissist.” You’ve heard these extremely common sentiments out in the real world. More than half a million videos on TikTok are tagged with #NarcTok,...
Dog walks benefit mental health, says new study
BRAVING THE WIND and rain to take the dog for a walk might not seem appealing, but we know it benefits not only our pets but also our mental health. In fact, a recent study by Purina found that 82 per cent of people felt dog walks improved their mental well-being....
Josh Cavallo has work to do
THE MORE THINGS CHANGE the more they stay the same, goes the saying. And if you scroll through the comments section of any of Josh Cavallo’s Instagram posts, you’ll find it difficult to disagree. On October 27th, it will be three years to the day since Cavallo...
Baby Reindeer and the lure of the binge-watch
The hit Netflix series about a man and his stalker is topping streaming charts and dominating office conversations right now. But could mainlining a good TV series be hurting your health?
Why watching sports may be good for your wellbeing
Pull on your jersey and grab your remote, studies show catching a game can lead to positive brain changes. Score!
Why getting familiar with your own breath might just save you
Take a deep breath and dive into the world of breathwork, where sweaty yoga mats and rhythmic realisation meet profound self-exploration
Everything you need to know about breathwork
And the best breathing exercises to help you calm down
Osher Günsberg on what healthy masculinity actually looks like
At some point, you’ve probably been on the receiving end of a friendly punch in the arm, backslap or hair ruffle from a male friend or acquaintance. What’s behind overly physical greetings between blokes? This month, Men’s Health’s expert on growth, Osher Günsberg, digs into why men feel the need to use playful expressions of violence to convey their enthusiasm to see each other
The science-backed playlist to optimise your mornings
Say goodbye to groggy mornings and hello to the perfect wake-up playlist. Don't hit snooze, check it out now.
The power and possibility of psychedelic drugs to treat mental health
Psychedelic drugs are shaping as powerful tools in the treatment of mental health conditions. Men’s Health spoke to the Australian doctor leading the charge to change the way we treat depression and anxiety.
A psychologist’s guide to beating dating-app fatigue
Getting hammered on Hinge? In his new column, Men’s Health’s panellist on mental health, Dr Zac Seidler, looks at how dating apps can affect your self-esteem and identifies ways you can turn the tide in your favour.
Are ice baths and saunas overrated?
An Aussie expert is pouring cold water on the benefits of a frigid dip, as well as a steam in a sauna. Could two of modern health and wellness’ most popular hacks be on shaky ground?
The rise of athlete mental health breaks and what we can learn from them
After winning back-to-back surfing world championships, Filipe Toledo has announced he won’t go for a threepeat. Instead, the 28-year-old is taking the year off to address his mental health. Toledo isn’t the first athlete to prioritise mental health over trophies in recent years, and there’s a lesson in there for the rest of us.
Osher Günsberg: how I found freedom from fear of death
This month our expert panellist on growth reveals how he found the key to overcoming existential angst in a very unlikely place: inside Darren Hayes' skull.
Could doing nothing be the hottest wellness trend of 2024?
Men's Health wellness expert Manoj Dias was feeling the familiar grip of anxiety beginning to weigh him down. He planned a trip with a dedicated focus on refreshing his mind and body. Instead he found that the key to a true mental reset didn't require him to lift a finger.