HOW TO PRACTICE SELF-CARE FOR DAD
When it comes to thinking about self-care, men may get the idea it’s all about manicures, pedicures, and feel-good exercises. Yet self-care is more than just a session at the beauty parlor.
This social expectation about men and their perception of being strong and staunch has seen males struggle with mental and emotional health.
There are things you can do that allow you to look after your mental and emotional well-being and still hold on to your masculinity.
HOW TO PRACTICE A MALE FORM OF SELF-CARE
When we exercise we aren’t only looking after our bodies, we are also relieving the built-up stress and anxiety we have faced. Exercise releases endorphins, which are the “feel-good” neurotransmitters in your brain.
HAVE A GOOD WORK-OUT
It can be very hard for guys to talk about their emotions, and this can lead to bottling up your frustrations and fears.
WRITE DOWN HOW YOU FEEL
When we have a lack of sleep it can affect us mentally and emotionally. You will find yourself becoming moodier, it will be harder to concentrate and solve problems.
MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE GETTING A GOOD SLEEP
Being creative doesn’t necessarily mean you have to get all arty and take up painting landscapes and still-life pictures (but if that’s what excites you, then go for it!).
GET IN TOUCH WITH YOUR CREATIVE SIDE
When you are feeling down the worst thing you can do is isolate yourself and sit with your thoughts. Catch up with your mates and spend time with them.
HANG OUT WITH YOUR BUDDIES
How do you feel when you have gone to the barber and got your usual haircut? Though it may not be something fantastic, you would be walking out of the shop feeling pretty darn good.
TREAT YOURSELF TO A PROFESSIONAL MAKE-OVER
Having oil oozed over you as you lie on a bed and someone rubs the tension away from your body, yet a massage session can have a profound effect not only on you physically, but mentally and emotionally.
HAVE A MASSAGE
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