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Help Wanted

How I Felt After Finally Attending Therapy, According to 5 Men

ByAdam Bulger

While more men attend therapy than ever, it's still a hard sell for many. Here, five once-reluctant men who decided to make the leap share their experience.

Level Up

14 Simple Ways To Be A More Interesting Person

BySteve Calechman

It's not about changing who you are — it's about bringing back the unexpected in small, positive ways.

Tactical Thinking

The OODA Loop Is The Best Decision-Making Tactic You're Not Using

BySteve Calechman

Want to make more informed decisions? Think like a fighter pilot.

Bring It In

Can’t We All Just Hug Each Other?

ByJohn DeVore

I was one of many who were taught, implicitly or not, that men shouldn’t express themselves that way. I’m slowly learning how to embrace a different path.

Looking Back

What I Wish I Planned For My Family A Lot Sooner, According To 12 Dads

ByMatt Christensen

From family adventures to financial goals, here’s what this group of men wish they prioritized earlier.

Put It On The Backburner

The Research-Backed Reason Not To Fight When You're Sleep Deprived

ByKristi Pahr

Being tired is tough. Fighting when you’re tired is adding fuel to the fire.

Sit With It

The Advice These Redditors Received From Their Therapists Is Really The Best

ByDevan McGuinness

Sit down for a little session — for free.

Stop The Cycle

This Podcast Perfectly Explains Why Your Relationship With Your Parents Is Strained

ByDevan McGuinness

And offers some advice on what to do about it.

Moment Of Zen

This Viral Video Will Remind Fathers They Need To Say One Word More Often

ByDevan McGuinness

This viral video is a tonic against parental anxiety.

Self Defense

What To Do When You Feel Judged As A Parent

BySteve Calechman

It will happen and can be hard to shrug off because you care about being a good parent. These are the best ways to handle it.