June marks Men’s Health Month - a time that often focuses on things like fitness, diet, and medical check-ups. And yes, those things matter.
But there is another side of men’s health that does not always get the same attention: mental and emotional wellbeing. Because looking after your health is not just about what is happening in your body – it is also about what is happening in your mind, your thoughts and feelings.
The part we do not always talk about
Many men grow up with a clear message, be it spoken or unspoken:
Get on with it. Do not complain. Be strong.
Over time, that can make it harder to recognise when something is not right, let alone talk about it.
Stress gets pushed aside. Anxiety gets minimised. Low mood and other signs that something is not quite right get ignored. Reaching out for support can feel uncomfortable, unfamiliar, or even like failure.
But struggling in silence does not make things easier, it often makes them heavier, it makes life harder.
Why men are less likely to seek support
There is not one single reason, but a few common patterns tend to show up:
1. Pressure to appear “strong”
For many men asking for help can feel like admitting weakness—even though it takes real strength to do it.
2. Not having the language for it
If you are not used to talking about emotions, it can be hard to even describe what is going on internally.
3. Trying to handle things alone
There is often a belief that problems should be solved independently. But not everything is meant to be carried solo.
4. Not recognising the signs
Mental health struggles do not always look like what we expect. Irritability, withdrawal, anger or constant fatigue can all be signs that something deeper is going on.
5. Social circles
Many men simply about it and do not want to hear about it. They talk about football, about work, but not about the feelings.
The reality we cannot ignore
In the UK, and in many other countries, statistically men are significantly more likely to die by suicide than women. It is a difficult truth, but the most important one.
This is not necessarily because men struggle more. It is often because they are less likely to talk about those struggles or seek support early on, unlike women who tend to reach out sooner for support.
When things build up over time without an outlet, it can reach a point that feels overwhelming.
That is why conversations around men’s mental health matter, not just during Men’s Health Month, but all year round.
What looking after your mental health can actually look like
It does not have to mean suddenly becoming someone who shares everything or have all the answers.
It can start much smaller than that:
Noticing when something feels “off”
Talking to someone you trust
Giving yourself permission to not be okay
Taking a step towards support, even if it feels unfamiliar
You do not have to wait until things feel unmanageable.
You do not have to do it alone
At the Wellbeing Centre London, we work with many men who were not sure about therapy at first. Some come in unsure what to say. Others worry they will be judged, or that it will not help.
But what they often find is something different… a space where they can talk openly, at their own pace, without pressure.
We offer a range of support, including:
One-to-one counselling
Support for anxiety, stress, and low mood
Relationship and couples counselling
A space to explore whatever has been weighing on you
There is no one “right” way to start—just your way.
A final thought
If you have been carrying a lot on your own, it might feel easier to keep going as you are.
But real strength is not about pushing everything down or pretending you are fine.
It is about recognising when something is not working and being willing to do something about it.
This Men’s Health Month, alongside looking after your physical health, checking in on how you are really doing. And if something doesn’t feel right, start sharing with people close to you, or with someone external, such as counsellor. You do not have to figure it out alone.
Support is there when you are ready.
Give us a call on 07942 626 960 or 0800 8611 239, or reach out to us by email at contact@wellbeingcentrelondon.com
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