Physical and Mental Newsletter

Good morning.

📩 Your weekly reminder: the best investment you can make is in yourself.

🧠 Let’s Talk Mental Health: Breaking the Stigma, Building Strength

Mental health isn’t just about avoiding burnout or bouncing back from stress—it’s a cornerstone of overall wellbeing. And just like your Physical Health, it’s something you can train, protect, and build over time.

At Physical and Mental, we believe these conversations shouldn’t be reserved for awareness months or crisis points. That said, May—recognised internationally and in places like the U.S. as Mental Health Awareness Month—is still a powerful moment to spotlight the message. It reminds us that mental health matters every day, not just in October, when we mark Mental Health Month here in Australia.

Wherever you are, whenever you're reading this—talking about how we feel, seeking support, and checking in with our mates isn’t seasonal. It’s essential.

Because real strength isn’t just built in the gym—it’s built in the everyday moments where we show up for ourselves and others.

📊 Mental Health in Australia (and Globally)

• 🧠 1 in 5 Australians experience a mental health condition in any given year.

• 🧍‍♂️ Over 45% will experience one in their lifetime.

• 😔 Depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders are the most common.
  (Source: Beyond Blue, AIHW)

But behind these stats are real people—friends, teammates, colleagues, maybe even you—trying to cope, grow, and feel more like themselves.

🧩 Why This Matters for You

Poor mental health doesn’t always look like a breakdown. It can look like:

• Trouble sleeping

• Low motivation or drive

• Being easily overwhelmed or irritable

• Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy

• Physical tension, fatigue, or burnout

These are signs—not failures. And they’re often signals from your mind and body asking you to slow down, check in, and re-centre.

🛠️ Mental Resilience is Trainable

Just like you train your muscles, you can train your mind. It starts small:

✅ Movement – Exercise releases endorphins and reduces stress. Even a 20-minute walk helps.
✅ Mindfulness – Breathwork, meditation, or quiet reflection sharpens awareness and soothes the nervous system.
✅ Journaling – Helps process thoughts and reduce overwhelm.
✅ Connection – Talking to a mate, mentor, or therapist can shift your perspective.
✅ Nature – Green space exposure improves mood and reduces stress.
✅ Routine – Sleep, meals, hydration, and downtime matter more than we think.

💬 Breaking the Stigma

Let’s be clear:
🧠 Seeking support is strength—not weakness.
🗣️ Talking about your struggles doesn’t make you dramatic—it makes you human.
🎯 Wanting to feel better doesn’t mean you’re broken—it means you’re self-aware.

Whether it’s opening up in conversation, seeking therapy, or simply acknowledging how you feel today—every step counts.

🔗 Need Help or Know Someone Who Does?

📞 Lifeline – 13 11 14
📞 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636
🌐 Head to Health – For mental health resources and support services.

🎉Giveaway Campaign 🎉

We’re continuing the giveaway momentum—this time, we want you to help someone new join the movement. 🙌

The Giveaway Campaign: reel

This will be open until 26th May Monday, Good Luck! ✅

Let’s grow this community—one good human at a time. 💚

💬 Watercooler Break

📝 ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)

Last week, we talked Digital Detox & Mental Clarity—and how reducing screen time can improve your mood, sleep, and ability to focus.
This week, try a physical reminder:
🗒️ Write a note and place it somewhere visible—fridge, journal, desk:
“Take a walk. Text a friend. Rest your mind.”
Small shifts = powerful change.

🧥 Winter Is Coming: So is our Hoodie

We have the Physical and Mental hoodie —a bold symbol of movement, purpose, and community. BTW, this week in Melbourne is getting colder!!

⚡ Preorders open in the next couple of weeks
We’re taking our time to get it right, with a limited first run.

👉 Want early access?
Reply to this email with your preferred size to register your interest. We'll give early access to those who reply.

💬 Your Turn: What One Small Change You’ll Make This Week to Helps You Reset Mentally?

🔥 Hit reply and share one small action that helps you feel more grounded—whether it's a podcast, a stretch routine, or walking around in the nature for an hour. Or better yet, share this with a friend and hold each other accountable.

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