In a world where stressors seem to multiply daily, finding solace becomes imperative for maintaining mental wellbeing. For many men, furry companions offer a unique source of comfort and support.
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We now can’t deny that we’re well into the new year. It's time for Australian men to shift the focus towards mental health and wellbeing. In a fast-paced world filled with challenges, it's crucial to prioritise mental wellness
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In 2023, the conversation around mental health in Australia is more important than ever, particularly when it comes to men's mental health. While the stigma surrounding mental health issues has gradually decreased over the years, men continue to face unique challenges in seeking help and support.
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Luke Richards is a recovered Alcoholic and an Ultra-marathon swimmer. Over 6 years ago his life was on a singular trajectory, he was caught in the cycle of addiction with no hope of recovery.
Now he is swimming for recovery and 100words
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In this episode of mate to mate at 8, Turts catches up with AFL legend Anthony Rocca - a passionate and hard working person who is driven to help people develop and achieve their goals in football and in life.
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In this episode of mate to mate at 8, Turts catches up with Pete Lincoln. Pete is a husband and father, Paramedic, and works tirelessly to bring blokes together in the communities he works and lives in.
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In this episode of mate to mate at 8, Turts caught up with Michael Keating Kearney, an Irishman who - after moving to Australia and marrying an Aussie girl - decided a year in Antarctica was the next big challenge.
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In episode 6 of mate to mate at 8, we were super excited to launch Mate to Mate Fit Club with Luke Nelson - Sports & Exercise Chiropractor.
Luke and Turts chatted a lot about exercise and the commitment it can take to aim for something big….and also how it’s important to find something sustainable to keep moving, fit and healthy throughout life.
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In the fourth of our mate to mate at 8 series (Tuesday 5th May) Turts caught up with former Victorian Police Force member, and author Cameron Hardiman.
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In the second of our mate to mate at 8 series, Turts (Craig Turton) caught up with ultra-marathon open water swimmer and Movember and Beyond Blue Ambassador Luke Richards.
During his chat with Turts, Luke openly shared his journey living with mental illness, addiction and of his suicide attempts.
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Who would have thought a month ago that we would all be bunkered down in our homes, businesses all over Australia have closed – some permanently – and life as we knew it changed monumentally?
There’s not doubt that we are all adjusting to the current state of normal and learning to adapt, but for some this is so much more challenging than others.
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Check out this awesome trailer for the #menshealth #mensmentalhealth video ”Journey to me”
It's a story of the battle in the mind and coming out the other side.
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Do you feel like you’re in a funk? Feel like something needs to change? If you're like most people, you find comfort in routine….but the flip side of this is that routine can make you feel bored, and in some cases, hopeless. If you want to change your quality of life, here are six ways to start.
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One in 5 Australians aged between 16-85 experience a mental illness in any given year. The most common of these mental illnesses being:
Depression
Anxiety
Substance Use Disorder
It is quite common for these mental illnesses to occur in combination. In fact, of the 20% of Australians living with a mental illness, 11.5% have one disorder, and 8.5% are living with two or more disorders.
Men are at the greatest risk of suicide, but sadly are the least likely to seek help.
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