This Book Could Help: The Men's Head Space Manual (Wellbeing Guides) - Softcover

Mind; Akinsete, Rotimi

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1789291313 ISBN 13: 9781789291315

Publisher: Michael O'Mara, 2020

Synopsis

Your body needs maintaining to keep it healthy. So does your mind. This sounds simple, but tired and outdated ideas that tell men how they ought to be mean that this message gets lost. And the results speak for themselves: suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50. There’s no more room for debate—taking care of your head space should be as normal as eating your five-a-day or going to the gym. Many books make impossible promises about how they will fix all your problems and stresses with some miraculous 10-step program. This one doesn’t. What it does do is provide practical help, when times are tough and also when they’re not. And just like with your physical health, it doesn’t always have to take much to make a difference. Developed in partnership with Mind, the mental health charity, This Book Could Help is filled with straightforward expert advice and simple techniques to help you shake off what other people say you ought to be, prioritize yourself, meet challenges and develop new strengths, in areas such as dealing with stress, motivation, work and life goals. We all deserve to live fully and respect our struggles, so start here and back yourself every day. Because head space is not a luxury, it’s essential.

About this title

About the Author:

Rotimi Akinsete is a Therapeutic Counselor and the Director of Wellbeing at the University of Surrey. He is also the founder and director of Black Men on the Couch, a special interest project focusing on the therapeutic needs of African and Caribbean men and boys. 

Review:

A book like this is too important to ignore; it will literally save lives. - Elis and John, Radio X -

Incredibly helpful – every man should have a copy. - Colin Jackson, former Olympic athlete -

Finally, something that cuts through the myths and delivers practical advice. Powerful yet relatable. - Clarke Carlisle, former Premier League footballer -

This book could make all the difference to someone's life. We should all read it. A great tool in understanding and dealing with one's mental health. - Nicholas Pinnock, actor -

A really helpful guide for men who want no-nonsense and practical help. An essential read. - Levison Wood, author and explorer -

About this edition

• Publisher: Michael O'Mara
• Publication date: 2020
• ISBN 10: 1789291313
• ISBN 13: 9781789291315
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128