How to take care of your mental wellbeing

Remember to prioritise your mental health as we head into summer.

 

Written by: Robert Sam-Kputu

 

Intro:

It’s almost time to bid farewell to 2024, a challenging year for many. As we recover from the toll of Covid and deal with all the other catastrophic events of a world in flux, things can sometimes feel overwhelming. This is why prioritising your mental health is key!

In South Africa, as in many parts of the world, there still seems to exist a stigma around discussing mental health, particularly among men. Society often imposes expectations on men to be strong, resilient, and unemotional, which can lead to an unwillingness to seek help when you’re struggling emotionally – which can have devastating consequences.