11 ways not to crash and burn in social work school
If there’s one experience that unites all who attend social work school, it’s a…
How magical thinking destroys gay men’s chances of living authentically
Are you sitting down, dear reader? There’s something I need to tell you: almost…
Enough with the toxic culture of COVID-19 shaming
After 10 months of trying to evade COVID-19, the virus finally caught me. No—I…
How to live your best life after an irritable bowel syndrome diagnosis
Chronic health conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may seem like a life sentence—that’s…
How 2020 became the year of the introvert
One day, we may look back on 2020 as one of great turmoil—but also…
Can’t sleep? Here are some surefire steps to treat insomnia
As a teenager, I was anxious, isolated, and afflicted with insomnia. Most days I…
How to flourish in spite of chronic illness
As the coronavirus pandemic wears on, stories have emerged of survivors who continue to…
Dogs are not tiny humans, OK? Now please just read ‘Cesar’s Way’
My 18-part blog series on dog dog ownership, Anxious Seeks Canine, was, firstly, an…
Five reasons gay men should consider doing therapy
It seems like every second day I meet another gay man suffering from anxiety…
Why ‘eulogy values’ are crucial to our happiness as gay men
For most gay men, the journey from chronic insecurity to enduring wellbeing is fraught.…