Intrusive Thoughts, Recovery, and Finding Support
I am an actor, writer and director who has suffered with OCD throughout my teenage years and early adult life, and have often felt awkward about opening up about it to my friends, particularly male friends. This led me to wonder ‘why do men feel so much more awkward and uncomfortable about opening up about […]
What to Expect at a Developmental Pediatrician Appointment
Milestones matter because they help families and clinicians track how children play, learn, speak, act, and move. The CDC explains that skills like waving, smiling, walking, and speaking are developmental milestones, and it encourages families to act early when a child is not meeting milestones or has lost skills they once had through its developmental […]
Paternal Postpartum Depression: Chris’s Story of Recovery
“Oh man, how’d you do it? Skiing?” They ask when you tell people you broke your leg. They’ll want the war story and the high-fives. “I’m so sorry; how can I help,” they ask when you tell them your body is sick, like with cancer. But what about when your heart is sick? What […]
Unlocking Confidence and Growth – The Importance of Positive Reinforcement for Autistic People in 2026
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What to do when you’re overwhelmed by life | 2
All hell broke loose two months ago. He knew it could happen — still, he was shaken by the initial attack. He’s rebuilding now, using crisis insights he’s gathered over the years. What to do when you’re overwhelmed by life? According to him… There is only one thing that I dread: not to be worthy […]
The Patriarchy is Fighting for Its Life
I have been thinking about how men betray women for the patriarchy. The last year or two has thrown most of these patterns into the spotlight. It has been hard to watch the news of the online academy, the Epstein files and the spineless disregard for the rights of women by anyone who is currently […]
What to do when you’re overwhelmed by life
It’s going down. Gabriel knew it could happen — still, the shock and awe of the attack left his face ashen. As bad as it is, he knows he’ll attempt a comeback. But for now, he needs to draft his plan, as he focuses solely upon what to do when you’re overwhelmed by life. Let’s […]
Ready to love your day? Try these morning self-care habits
Mornings shape the pace and mood of the rest of your day. When your routine feels rushed or inconsistent, it’s harder to focus, stay energized and handle stress. Morning self-care habits can help you become grounded before the day’s activities begin. work, Yes, love your day. Your first meal gives your body fuel after hours […]
7 Mental Health Tips to Help Families Cope with Deployment
Military deployment is never easy, even if you’ve been through it a few times. You carry the weight of distance, worry, and the pressure to be there and stay strong for your family. It can become emotionally exhausting. Even the strongest people feel the toll of deployment. Anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress are all […]
A 40-Day Silent Hike for Men’s Mental Health
Hey, my name is Robert Eric Wagner, but most people just call me Eric. Ever since I was a kid, I always felt a little different from the average guy. I was usually more content disappearing into a fantasy novel or science fiction story than chasing trends or trying to fit into whatever version of […]