You just call on me brother, when you need a hand
We all need somebody to lean on
I just might have a problem that you’ll understand
We all need somebody to lean on

— Bill Withers

Talking about depression and anxiety

One of the most important things we can do when struggling with mild depression or anxiety […]

I haven’t felt this anxious in a long time and I’m trying to be okay with that.

There is absolutely nothing easy about what’s going on in our world and country right now. While we all have different perspectives and ways of coping, minding our minds feels incredibly challenging these days and more […]

It’s official. I’m off Facebook.

Yes, I see the irony. If you’re reading this blog you were most likely directed to it by my Facebook page. But I’m jumping ahead of myself. Explanation later.

It’s hard to admit it but I’m one of those typical males who doesn’t talk much about their depression. I consider […]

I’ve had enough therapy and counseling over the years to know that true validation comes from within.

Yes, you need to love yourself if you want to be loved by others. I believe that’s true, but it’s also much easier said than done. I’m a much better listener with my family and friends […]

Mocktail

For the past two weeks, I’ve only been drinking calorie-free beverages.

That means no cream in my coffee, no kombucha and no alcohol. I realize that two weeks is nothing. I have friends who don’t drink at all. I have friends who give up drinking for a month or more (Sober January). […]

Lately I’ve been feeling a bit like Medusa, the monster in Greek mythology with wings and venomous snakes for hair.

Yes, it’s been a while since I’ve seen my stylist, but that’s unrelated. According to legend, those who gazed upon Medusa’s face turned to stone. These are scary times for sure and I’m […]

That moment you realize your “kids” are parenting you…

The other day, I was on the phone with my friend Shellie. Shellie and her husband Rick are dear friends and our kids went to school together.  Hearing her voice always lifts my spirits and I needed that more than ever last week. She […]

Apparently someone has “stolen” all of the toilet paper and other items at the big box stores and markets in town. Whoever has taken these items, please return them and there will be no questions asked.

Wouldn’t that be lovely?

Could you imagine a long line outside the market with people returning items they over bought? Imagine how that image would warm […]

As we work to keep ourselves and each other healthy, we’re facing some huge and unexpected changes in our daily lives. We’re struggling to understand exactly how the Coronavirus will affect our jobs, our incomes, our childcare and our safety. We’re also feeling the heavy emotional weight of the current global situation. Over the coming months, we’re going to have […]

The other night, we ran into a neighbor at Silver Moon Brewing. We were enjoying live music when she waved hello, so I walked over to say hi. She told me she was touched by how Mark and I seemed to be so in love. It was a sweet observation and it […]