Mid-Life: Transition or Crisis?
Alex stared out the window and wondered what the problem might be. He liked to golf and was always ready to get together with the guys and go out for 18 holes. Sometimes he went to the golf course and…
The Power of Playing Catch
My baseball career ended at the age of 16, as a junior varsity benchwarmer. I couldn’t throw as hard or run as fast as my teammates. But, that is still longer than most kids play these days. Now, by age…
6 Ways to Raise Awareness About Mental Health Stigma
The Men and Mental Health Blog features some curated content from online resources. This post originally appeared on the Operation Red Wings Foundation website and was not written by Good Dads staff. More than 50% of Americans will be diagnosed…
That one time I had a nervous breakdown
Let me tell you about my brain. Imagine thinking about all the things you have to do one day at work. While you are thinking about those things, a constant song plays in your head. While this song is only…
I hate my life all over again (part II)
You forget to set your alarm, wake up late, spill coffee on yourself, and trip over your kid’s toys on the way out the door. Your wife texts you on the way to work, unhappy about the mess you left…
I hate my life
When Dr. Brent Anderson, a psychologist at West Point refers to “FML,” it’s not what you think. Even though FML generally represents a phrase not often used in polite company, Dr. Anderson, who spends a lot of time working with…
A Leader’s Journey to Building Mentally Strong Children (Day 1: A Tough Topic)
The Men and Mental Health Blog features some curated content from online resources. This post originally appeared on the Parent-child-Connect website and was not written by Good Dads staff. Mental health is a tough topic of discussion in most…
Hiding in Plain Sight: Men and Mental Health
There’s a pain in Dave’s chest that he can’t get rid of. He massages it constantly and has no clue as to why it hurts. He can’t sleep at night, and he feels tired all during the day, even when…
Removing the Mental Health Stigma for Men
The Men and Mental Health Blog features some curated content from online resources. This post originally appeared on the Operation Red Wings Foundation website and was not written by Good Dads staff. Did you know that men are far more likely to…
Men and Mental Health: The good, the bad and the difficult
“So what do you want me to do, Doc? I’ve never done this. Where do I sit? Did you want me to lie down on the couch?” I’ve grown accustomed to this kind of question—especially with men. Especially on their…