It’s still the Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month and last week I started a series on Men’s Mental health where an awareness was created about the mental health of the traditional male, the masculine norms which affects their mental health and how important it is to be aware and intentional about the men and their mental health. Incase you missed it, read here =>

https://loverealities.com.ng/2025/06/14/breaking-the-silence-mens-mental-health-matters-ep-1/

Today, I am going to be focusing on things men can do to boost their mental health and I will be sharing a mental health checklist at the end, so please stay with me.

Engaging in hobbies can significantly benefit men’s mental health.

Here are some hobbies that can help:

1. Exercise or sports: Regular physical activity reduces stress and anxiety. Eg: Running, Walking, Playing football or basketball with friends, lifting weights at the gym.

2. Woodworking or crafting: Creative activities promote relaxation and self-expression.
Eg: Carving a wooden figurine, building a wooden birdhouse or tree house or just general repairs at home.

3. Gardening: Nurturing plants can reduce stress and improve mood.
Eg: Planting flowers, growing vegetables, tending to a small herb garden. PS : This is not just a woman’s job, you can also use this to clear your head.

4. Playing a musical instrument: Music can be therapeutic and boost self-esteem.
Growing up, my brothers were in the music department in church and seeing them engaged in that capacity was actually quite attractive and appealing. Asides this helping you to stay busy and active in church, it can also help you attract the right person if you’re still single <winkz>
You can equally learn a musical instrument just for recreational purposes and to balance your mental health.

5. Writing or journaling: Expressing thoughts and emotions can help process and release feelings. I remember my dad always Journaling every morning till date and my brother picked it up too. I used to wonder what he was always writing about until I started doing it too so I guess the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree like they said. Little wonder why I ended up being a writer.lol

Journaling is a great way to unburden and free your mind.

Eg: Write a short story about a memorable vacation, write poetry about nature or Journaling about daily gratitudes.

6. Photography: Capturing moments and beauty can promote mindfulness.
Eg: Taking pictures of sunsets on a beach, capturing wildlife photos in the national park or documenting street art in a city.

7. Hiking or outdoor activities: Nature can reduce stress and improve mental well-being.
Eg: Hiking to the top of a mountain with friends, buddies or join a hikers group.

8. Reading: Escaping into books can reduce stress and expand knowledge. It shouldn’t always be about work, read a mystery novel before bed, study a self-help book on mindfulness, enjoy a favorite comic book series.

9. Cooking or baking: Creating nourishing meals can promote self-care. Try out a new recipe of your favorite food.

10. Meditation or yoga: Mindfulness practices can reduce stress and improve mental clarity.
Practice deep breathing exercises in a quiet room, follow a yoga routine on a mat at home, meditate outdoors while listening to nature sounds

Mind you, these hobbies are designed to take your mind off work and other pressures that causes you to think too much, loose sleep and ultimately have ill health.

These hobbies can help men :

– Reduce stress and anxiety
– Improve mood and self-esteem
– Enhance creativity and self-expression
– Develop mindfulness and relaxation skills
– Build confidence and sense of accomplishment

Finding a hobby that brings joy and fulfillment can positively impact mental health. It’s really time to be intentional about your mental health.

Here’s a mental health checklist you can use daily or weekly.

AM I EATING REGULARY? ✅

WHOM CAN I TALK TO?

AM I BEING KIND TO ME AND OTHERS?

WHAT AM I FEELING?

AM I FEELING OKAY?

AM I GETTING ENOUGH SLEEP?

WHAT CAN I DO DIFFERENTLY TODAY?

Get a soft copy of this for just $2, it has a more detailed/personalized checklist/mental health plan which you can use to monitor your mental health daily and weekly and a monthly score card. It is editable and you can use it over and over again. Don’t miss out on this limited offer, price goes back to $5 by month end.

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Good morning fam and have a beautiful weekend 💕