As men we often dwell on the past and worry or plan for the future while rarely living in and enjoying the present, and this often negatively affects our mental well-being.

Mindfulness helps us men to focus on the present and focusing thoughts on what is happening now, and common methods include focusing on our breathing, practicing gratitude, and also meditation. Mindfulness can help with various aspects on our mental and physical health, including:

– Providing stress relief
– Helps to treat heart disease
– Lowers blood pressure
– Reduces chronic pain
– Improves sleep quality
– Alleviate gastrointestinal difficulties

One key component of mindfulness is meditation. As men, meditation can be viewed as corny, unnatural, feminine, or just downright weird. However it is a skill that with regular habitual practice will become more natural and comfortable, and you will see valuable results if you stick to it. 

Navigate here to explore some popular meditation apps which are great for those just entering the practice.