Mental Health Posts

Do you constantly feel on edge, anxious, and overwhelmed at work? When your job triggers intense stress, it can negatively impact your professional performance and personal well-being. The good news? You can prevent work overload from sending you in…

The Elusive Source of Lasting Happiness When was the last time you truly felt at peace? If you’re like most people in today’s fast-paced world, feelings of stress, anxiety, sadness, or anger probably arise on a regular basis. We’r…

We all experience a range of emotions, from joy to anger to sadness. While positive emotions are usually easy to manage, negative emotions often feel more intense and can be difficult to handle skillfully. Many of us have unhealthy coping mechanisms…

Lee Cockerell knows a thing or two about success. As the former Executive Vice President of Operations for Walt Disney World, he helped create the magical experiences the resort is known for. But in his personal life, Lee struggled to beat anxiety a…

Living in an increasingly digital world, I've struggled with internet and phone addiction. I find myself constantly distracted by pings and notifications, compulsively checking apps for new content and validation from others. For me, technology has …

There's been a lot of talk lately about redefining masculinity and questioning traditional male gender roles.  While it can be an uncomfortable topic, I believe it's a critical conversation if we want to create a society where people of all ge…

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…

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…

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…

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 …