Men's Health Month isn't just about physical fitness—it’s also about emotional wellness. Sadly, the conversation around mental health is often harder for men to start. This final week is the perfect moment to shift the spotlight inward.
A Sobering Truth: Mental Health in UK Men
These figures aren’t just numbers—they’re a wake-up call. Many men struggle deeply—and often in silence.
Journaling isn’t a cure-all, but it’s a powerful first step. It’s a private tool with the ability to unearth, process, and reframe thoughts—without judgment.
“What emotion is showing up for me right now—and where in my body do I feel it?”
(Helps build emotional awareness and connection.)
“If I could say something to my younger self during a hard time, what would I say?”
(Cultivates self-compassion and healing reflection.)
“What’s one thing causing me stress or anxiety—how would I feel if I let that emotion move through me?”
(Invites curiosity toward uncomfortable feelings.)
“Name one positive thing that happened this week—even if it was small.”
(Anchors attention to gratitude and positivity.)
“What support do I need right now? Who or what could I reach out to?”
(Opens doors toward connection and self‑care.)
If you’ve ever felt closed off, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, this last week of Men’s Health Month is your permission to pause—and to probe. Give yourself the time, the pen, and the space to go deeper.
Combat Journal was born from this work. It didn’t just help our founder, Gary—it gave him tools to stay open, to express, to heal—and to grow stronger in vulnerability.
So take the pen. Start with one of these prompts. Let it guide you back to yourself.
Because facing the hard stuff isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom.
