To the Husband of a Sports Mom

You might not realize it, but you married a warrior. She’s not just a “sports mom.” She’s the backbone of a traveling machine, the command center for your child’s athletic journey. She’s the one who remembers which uniform needs to be packed, which hotel doesn’t have laundry, which field is a mud pit when it…

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Target Isn’t Therapy (And Neither is Golf): 9 Things You’re Doing Instead of Booking the Session You Actually Need

For the guys who’ve been holding it down for everyone else—and might just be starting to wonder… at what cost? Alright, brother—let’s have a real one. You’re solid. You get things done. You know how to hold the line, get through it, push forward. Whether it’s the flight deck, the field, the job, the family—you’re…

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Emotional Affairs from a Counseling and Neuroscience Perspective

In today\’s hyper-connected world, emotional affairs are becoming more common, often developing unnoticed until they cause significant damage. Unlike physical affairs, emotional affairs center around deep emotional intimacy, secrecy, and an increasing reliance on someone outside the primary relationship. While they may not involve physical intimacy, their impact on relationships can be just as devastating….

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How to Tell If Someone Is Lying in a Relationship

Trust and Truth: The Foundation of Healthy Relationships Trust is the cornerstone of any strong relationship. When trust is broken—whether through small lies or significant betrayals—it can shake the foundation of emotional security. While it’s essential not to jump to conclusions, understanding the signs of deception can help partners navigate difficult conversations with clarity and…

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Men’s Health and Testosterone: Breaking the Stigma

As I approached my 40\’s I noticed that my fatigue, stress, anxiety, and energy levels were declining. Being an athlete, a therapist, a business leader, philanthropist, and husband, I didn\’t feel like I was firing on all cylinders and was tired of being tired. I tried advocating to my physician but since I fell within…

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In Sickness and in Health…

Retirement is often seen as a well-earned reward—a time to relax, enjoy life, and reconnect with loved ones. But for many couples, the transition from a structured work life to spending nearly every hour together can be unexpectedly challenging. One couple I worked with recently put it perfectly when one spouse quipped, \”I vowed to…

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How Screens Are Pulling Families Apart

Dinner is on the table, but no one is making eye contact. One parent is answering emails, the other is scrolling through social media. The kids? One is glued to a tablet, the other is watching YouTube on a phone. It’s not that they don’t love each other. It’s not that they don’t want to…

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Porn Rewires the Brain and Changes Relationships

How Porn Rewires the Brain and Undermines Relationships Many adults expect to be building relationships, dating, and forming meaningful connections. But for some, there’s a growing sense of disinterest in real-world intimacy, an emotional numbness, or even an outright struggle to engage in relationships at all. A common factor? Porn. The Hidden Shift: From Connection…

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Connection at 30,000 Feet: How Pilots Can Strengthen Mental Well-Being

For pilots, focus and precision are non-negotiable. The ability to anticipate challenges, make split-second decisions, and stay mission-focused is what makes aviation professionals some of the most skilled individuals in the world. But this intense focus on performance and outcomes can sometimes come at a cost—disconnection. Disconnection isn’t just about relationships; it’s also about losing…

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