My Journey Towards Wellness
As a kid, I never grew up hoping to one day struggle with mental illness or become an addict. Who knew that these were the lessons I needed to learn…
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A Male Teacher Speaks Openly About Mental Illness
Few males can be found teaching elementary school, and even fewer of these speak openly about their challenges with mental health. Meet my best friend, James Siemens. Living in a…
Men and Suicide: It's Time to Talk
Lately, I’ve received a lot of messages from men who are really struggling, and I have a very legitimate fear that as we continue to navigate through COVID-19 we…
3 Strategies to Manage Emotions
Here’s the thing… emotions are energy. Where we run into problems is when this energy remains trapped inside. In an attempt to manage my emotions, I spent many years turning…
COVID-19 and Grief
This image was taken during my last keynote before COVID-19. As time ticks on I am finding that one of the greatest emotions I am feeling is grief. After spending…
How Do I Help A Loved One Struggling with an Addiction?
One of the most painful things to experience is watching the person you love deteriorate in front of your eyes. At this point, it can be easy to feel…