# Why Men Need Their Personal Space *By James Hills, menwhoblog.com — Updated May 2024* Written by: [James Hills](https://menwhoblog.com/james-hills.html) Last Updated: 30 May 2024 New!Hits: 7Reading time: 02:47 Personal space is really important for everyone, but it’s often associated with women for some reason - perhaps because men don’t like to seem as though they need (rather than want) time by themselves. As we know, however, times are changing for the better, and it’s crucial to think about why men really do need their personal space, as well as how to get it. So with that in mind, keep reading to find out more.  [Photo by Keegan Houser](https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-sitting-on-rock-on-body-of-water-1478685/) ## Mental Health Benefits  One thing that personal space can do and why men need it from time to time - how often depends on you personally - is help with mental health. It offers the perfect opportunity to escape from all the constant demands of life, including work, family, social obligations, and so on. And having alone time is far better than trying to do too much and [burning out](https://hbr.org/2016/11/beating-burnout), plus it’s a great way to just be still and quiet for a moment, giving you the chance to reduce stress and anxiety.  Mental health issues are understood more and more, and there’s no shame in feeling that you need to take some time to and for yourself to improve your own mental health - it’s a preventative measure if nothing else.  ## More Productivity  If you’ve got a dedicated personal space you know you can go to when you need to, you’re going to be a lot more creative and a lot more productive in everything you do, work or otherwise. You might have a home office, a hobby room, or a shed to retreat to, for example, and when you’re there you’re going to be able to enjoy your interests and be focused and uninterrupted in your work.  A fantastic modern shed like the [Presidio Max studio shed](https://wllmade.com/presidio-max/) can be ideal, especially if you need somewhere away from the main house or there’s no room inside your home for a quiet retreat. You could turn this kind of shed into a studio for painting, a writing space, a home office, a gym, or even a place to store your collection of whatever it is you collect… the choice is yours.  ## Strengthen Relationships No matter how much you love someone and like being around them, if you’re with them all the time, it can get a bit much - even in the strongest relationship. Having some time apart gives you both the time you need to recharge and go back to one another feeling relaxed, refreshed, and happy.  That’s a great thing because sometimes a good relationship can be made even stronger after you’ve had a little time apart, and sometimes a relationship that seemed to be failing can be saved with just a short time away from one another. Of course, if nothing can be done it’s [wise not to cling on](blog/ultimatums-in-relationships-what-men-need-to-know.html), but it’s certainly worth being individuals for a little while to see what happens.  ## Final Thoughts So why do men need their own personal space? For exactly the same reasons as everyone else does - being alone isn’t a bad thing, and if it boosts mental health, productivity, and relationships, finding that alone time is vital.  **Hey James Hills wants you to share this!**   ---   Written by: [James Hills](https://menwhoblog.com/james-hills.html) #MenWhoBlog MemberBlog MasterThought Leader James' passion for exploration and sense of duty to his community extends beyond himself. This means he is dedicated to providing a positive role model for other men and especially younger guys that need support so that they can thrive and be future positive contributors to society. This includes sharing wisdom, ideas, tips, and advice on subjects that all men should be familiar with, including: family travel, men's health, relationships, DIY advice for home and yard, car care, food, drinks, and technology. 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