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This question has been on my mind a lot lately. As I look around at male role models, media depictions of masculinity, and my own upbringing, I often feel confused about what is expected of me as a man. The traditional ideals of manhood - strong, st…

We’ve all heard the dramatic weight loss stories - someone loses 150lbs in a year by cutting carbs and hitting the gym daily. But real change rarely happens overnight. David Specht, lived for decades as an obese man pushing past 300lbs. In hi…

It’s easy to get stuck dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. These negative thought patterns can leave you feeling anxious, depressed, and out of control. Recently, my podcast co-host Zach and I realized firsthand how taking a tri…

If you’ve been living with chronic pain, you know how debilitating it can be. The constant discomfort and limitations in your daily life can lead to frustration, depression, and a sense of hopelessness. You may feel like you’ve tried eve…

It's Tempting to Give in to the Fog Depression can feel like a heavy fog that makes it hard to see the path forward. For nearly 6 weeks now, I've been dealing with a major depressive episode along with a nasty cold that has had me feeling completel…

Feeling Unmotivated with Your Workouts? Here’s How to Get Back on Track We all have those days when we just can’t seem to get motivated to work out. Whether you’re skipping the gym or just going through the motions, it’s eas…

We all experience cravings and the urge to eat when we're not truly hungry. Emotional eating is more common than you may realize. Stress, exhaustion, boredom, and other emotions can trigger cravings for unhealthy comfort foods. When you understand w…

Depression can make life feel heavy and hopeless. Simple tasks become monumental burdens when you’re slogging through a depressive episode. But there are proven techniques to help lift the fog so you can regain your joy in life. Gratitude is …

Feeling Stuck? How Opening Up Can Help You Grow Do you ever feel like you’re just going through the motions each day? Maybe you have big dreams but can’t quite get the momentum to pursue them. Or perhaps your relationships feel superfic…

Many people struggle with depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. These conditions can make life difficult and leave you feeling drained, hopeless, and alone. However, there are ways to cope and take care of yourself even during the…