One of my favorite TED talks -

I show this video to almost all of my clients at some point in our journey toward's their wholeness. It is a powerful presentation on the power of vulnerability. Enjoy.

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254. Let’s have a Candid Conversation About Men’s Mental Health

ByJoe Martino January 17, 2024

The mistreatment of men within society is an often overlooked but significant issue that can have profound effects on men’s mental health. Men are more than 3.5 times more likely to die by suicide than women. Societal expectations and stereotypes impose rigid standards on masculinity, discouraging vulnerability and emotional expression. Men may feel pressured to conform to notions of stoicism, suppressing their emotional struggles. This societal pressure to constantly appear invulnerable can lead to feelings of isolation and inadequacy, exacerbating mental health challenges. Additionally, issues such as the stigma surrounding men seeking help or discussing mental health openly further contribute to the silent suffering experienced by many men. Recognizing and addressing these harmful societal norms is crucial, fostering an environment that encourages emotional expression, empathy, and support for men to maintain their mental well-being.

Books | Counseling

Voluntary Madness by Norah Vincent

ByJoe Martino January 28, 2011

Voluntary Madness is a disappointing book. I was intriqued by the premise of the book and the writing started out all right. Ms. Vincent "voluntarily" checks herself into three separate mental health organizations in attempt to bring down the system around our ears. She sets out to expose the big bad system. She doesn't actually…

Let’s end the diseases of complaining and gossip

ByJoe Martino March 12, 2020

I despise it so much that I am about to institute a policy in our companies. It’s simple: if you complain or gossip, you’re fired. No write-ups. No warnings. Just gone.
The only way to deal with a virus is to kill it. Destroy it and that is what I want you and me to do. Because it will take all of us to remove this virus.

Media Monday (10). Life is hard, but we can do something about that.

ByJoe Martino February 17, 2020

Life is hard. Really hard. We can create a culture of encouragement. Media Monday is a series where I focus on something that I have created in another form of media. It's designed to help cross multiple learning styles.

When we encounter injustice: Act Justly, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly

ByJoe Martino May 28, 2020

To fight injustice, live a life of justice. Call those around you to live a life of justice. Show mercy to those around you. Show love to those around you. Walk humbly in the world around you. Life is hard and can be difficult to navigate, but it really shouldn’t be that hard to navigate what it means to be kind and to treat people-even people who have committed crimes with dignity.

Addiction | Books | Counseling

Book Review: Hope, Help and Healing for Eating Disorders by Gregory Jantz

ByJoe Martino January 14, 2011

Dr. Gregory L Jantz’s book, Hope, Help and Healing for Eating Disorders deals with both “eating disorders” and “disordered eating.” As a Counselor I was immediately drawn to this book. It seems in our society, overweight people are the last people group that it is OK to mock and make fun of for our enjoyment….

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