CPC Mental Health Ministry Spotlight:
November is National Men’s Health Awareness Month
It is a great time to be intentional about self-care. Mental health and physical health are both important, and this month serves as a reminder to check in with yourself and make your health a priority.
Why Physical Health Matters
Physical well-being is about more than disease prevention; it impacts your energy, mood and quality of life. Taking care of your body supports your ability to function, focus and feel good.
Benefits of physical health and wellness:
- Improved quality of life. Caring for your body gives you the strength and energy to do the things you love.
- Greater confidence and self-worth. When you treat your body well, you reinforce self-respect and positive self-image.
- Preventing disease. Healthy habits like exercise, good nutrition and preventive screenings reduce the risk of serious illness.
- Increased energy. Prioritizing your body naturally gives you more stamina and less need for caffeine or sugar boosts.
Put your health first to support your future self.
Mental Health Matters, too!
Health is not one-dimensional. Mental health directly affects your physical health, relationships, job performance, and overall satisfaction with life.
Benefits of mental health and wellness:
- Strengthened emotional resilience. Working on your mental health can improve your coping skills, making it easier to manage stress and life’s challenges.
- Boosted self-esteem. Compassion and positive self-talk support confidence and healthier relationships.
- Improved cognitive functioning. Mental health and wellness support memory, focus and problem-solving.
- Reduced risk of chronic disease. Stress management and healthy lifestyle choices lower the risk of conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.
- Support longevity and healthy aging. Taking care of your mind and body supports a longer, more fulfilling life.
Do Not Forget Spiritual and Social Health
Wellness also includes spiritual and social dimensions—two key areas that nurture purpose, belonging, and balance.
Spiritual health gives life deeper meaning and helps guide decisions, values, and resilience during challenging times. Whether through prayer, meditation, reflection, or community service, nurturing your spirit can provide peace, direction, and gratitude.
Social health connects you to others in meaningful ways. Strong relationships with family, friends, colleagues, or faith communities promote emotional support, reduce loneliness, and increase overall well-being. Remember, asking for help or spending time with loved ones is a sign of strength, not weakness.
As Men’s Health Awareness Month reminds us to make our health a priority, take time to consider your own. If something is weighing on you physically or emotionally, now might be an enjoyable time to speak with a health care provider or mental health professional.
Your health is worth the effort.
You are also encouraged to check out the array of mental health supports on the CPC Mental Health Ministry’s webpage.