Men’s Mental Health Mental wellness is extremely important to everyone, including men. Normalizing men having mental health difficulties and reaching out for help can literally be lifesaving. Average JoeWelcome to the Average Joe Weekly blog. This is basically my place on the web where I can help spread some of the knowledge that I have… Continue reading Men’s Mental Health
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World Suicide Prevention Day 2021
World Suicide Prevention Day 2021 Average JoeWelcome to the Average Joe Weekly blog. This is basically my place on the web where I can help spread some of the knowledge that I have accumulated over the years. I served 10+ years in the Marine Corps on Active Duty, but that was some 25 years ago.… Continue reading World Suicide Prevention Day 2021
Staying Silent Isn’t Being Strong
Staying Silent Isn’t Being Strong Some men may choose not to speak out about their mental health issues because they don’t want to be judged on their illness but this also means that keeping everything you are dealing with inside will not work out for you in the end. Average JoeWelcome to the Average Joe… Continue reading Staying Silent Isn’t Being Strong
A Dad
A Dad Which is correct, “Dad” or “Father”? Either is correct. Either could be appropriate or inappropriate, according to the context. However, most will agree that “father” is more of a biological title and a little more. Any male can be a father. or as I refer to him “sperm donor”. The title dad is earned… Continue reading A Dad
Happiness
Happiness In my family, this would not only be happiness but absolutely shocking. My daughter totally hates me, and everything I believe in. When she was younger, she would hug me goodnight, then that turned into a bro hug (one arm) and then into a fist bump, to an air fist bump, and then into… Continue reading Happiness
Let People In
Let People In I can relate to this meme. It is difficult for me to make friends. I have issues with allowing people into my inner circle. I have had so many people who claimed to be my friends and then they screw me later on. Therapist: You need to let people in Me: It’s… Continue reading Let People In
Googly-Eyes
Googly-Eyes I have never done this, but I can see how much fun it could be. Maybe someday. Sometimes self-care means bulk-ordering googly-eyes – with intent to vandalize. Average JoeWelcome to the Average Joe Weekly blog. This is basically my place on the web where I can help spread some of the knowledge that I… Continue reading Googly-Eyes
The Dreaded Finger – Prostate Exam
The Dreaded Finger – Prostate Exam The #1 dreaded medical exam thing for most men is the dreaded finger or prostate exam. A prostate exam can help your doctor diagnose an enlarged or inflamed prostate. It can also help them diagnose prostate cancer, which is the second most common form of cancer among American men.… Continue reading The Dreaded Finger – Prostate Exam
Loud Music
Loud Music For many people, myself included, music is therapy. I have a 15-20 minute drive home after my carpool drops me off. It is very important that I have some good tunes to listen to during that time. I Got To Therapy Every Day – In My Car… Music Blasting…Singing Loud As Hell Average… Continue reading Loud Music
What People Think Depression is
What People Think Depression is Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. Many people think that depression is simply… Continue reading What People Think Depression is
