Mental Health Awareness Month is everywhere. But awareness alone doesn’t change anything.In this episode, I take a look at what helps beyond awareness. There is not vague advice nor is there an overcomplicated systems. Just simple, practical ways to start improving your mental health right now.You’ll learn why waiting to feel better keeps people stuck,…
Our house is older. It sat dormant for a few years before we bought it. It wasn’t properly winterized before it was left to sit during the housing crisis.That reality created a tidal wave of fun things to discover and figure out over the years. Our water is hard. So hard, that I often joke…
Welcome to part of 4 of our series on men’s mental health. This episode looks at the role a man’s partner plays in his mental health. Women play a crucial role in their husband’s mental health as their wife, often acting as pillars of support, understanding, and empathy. As partners in life, wives possess a…
In this thought-provoking episode, we delve deep into the often overlooked and stigmatized topic of men’s mental health, exploring the profound impact societal expectations, stereotypes, and norms have on the emotional well-being of men. Join us as we unravel the layers of cultural pressures, messages, and systemic barriers that contribute to the silent struggles men…
In this podcast episode, the spotlight turns towards a crucial but often overlooked topic – men’s responsibility for their mental health. The discussion encourages men to take ownership of their mental health journey. It explores the men’s dislike for vulnerability and how embracing one’s emotions is a sign of strength, not weakness. Practical strategies and…
We want to attempt to meet that need. This clinic is our attempt to do that. The Urgent Care Center at JMCN will provide urgent care mental health therapy for people who feel they are in a mental health crisis but cannot see their normal clinician for a period of time. We also want to serve those who do not have a normal clinician and cannot get in to see their preferred clinician in a timely manner.
They probably send you a happy birthday every year and they probably kill half of a Forrest sending you information about how they are for you but let me tell you an honest truth: Your insurance company is working against you. Especially, when it comes to your mental health. Let me give you an…
Yesterday, I was interviewed by a local news agency regarding domestic violence and hero worship. You can see the interview below. By now, you've probably seen the video of Ray Rice knocking his then fiance out. It's a violent and disturbing video. Perhaps more disturbing to me is how we handle the reality of domestic…
I admit the world is an interesting place to me. I’m not typically someone who laments life. I don’t always agree with stuff I hear and I’m often willing to engage it with the person. I joke with my friends about poking the bear. Interacting with others about how they feel and think is sometimes,…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last twenty-four hours, you probably know that Robin Williams has died in what appears to be a suicide. Like many, I was shocked by the news. At first, I thought it was hoax. The idea that we live in a world where for many the first…
