When we live in the past, when we felt more successful in our lives, we tend to avoid the reality of our lives as they're playing out in the present reality. For many men, getting stuck in the glory of the past means not dealing with or avoiding the pain and suffering of what's going on in their life today. This can cause a lot of mental-health issues, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues and relationship problems.
Read MoreWhen we sabotage ourselves, we become the only blockade to our success - whether that's in relationship, work, or personal life. Learn how to stop getting in your own way, for good.
Read MoreDo you find yourself saying 'yes' a lot more than you want to? Find yourself succumbing to not fight or have conflict? You may be a people pleaser. Read these tips to help you strengthen up and say 'no'.
Read MoreWorkaholism is a problem for many men, and we look at four key ideas to creating more work/life balance. By the counselor for workaholics and stressed-out guys, Jason Fierstein, MA, LPC
Read MoreDeveloping better communication skills for men takes time, but here's three main points to get you started. By the counselor for men and couples in Phoenix, Arizona, Jason Fierstein, MA, LPC.
Read MoreMen struggling with jealousy, anger and insecurity, and how these things affect intimacy in relationships and marriages.
Read MoreMind-based ways that you can save money, and many you have even thought of. By the counselor for men and couples, Jason Fierstein.
Read MoreHow to help your marriage or relationship through Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT).
Read MoreMen, alcohol, and relationship fighting simply don't mix. Here's some things to think about to save your relationship or marriage from further conflict.
Read MoreFor men, what constitutes cheating may be behaviors along a spectrum of cheating. This post considers the effects of cheating and infidelity, and those behaviors that may constitute marital or relationship breach.
Read MoreYou don't have to drop your motivation to achieve your New Year's resolutions. Here's some suggestions to help keep you trucking throughout the year.
Read MoreA post to help men and women struggling with deciding whether to stay in their current relationships or marriages, with some tips and insights for making a decision. By the counselor for men and couples in Phoenix, AZ, Jason Fierstein, MA, LPC.
Read MoreA post about how to reduce you stress by dealing more effectively with money and spending during the holiday season. By the counselor for men in Phoenix, AZ, Jason Fierstein, MA, LPC.
Read MoreA post about leaving the "taskmaster" side of you out of your marriage or relationship, a.k.a. the side she continues to not want to see when you get home and start complaining. By the counselor for men and couples in Phoenix, Arizona, Jason Fierstein, MA, LPC.
Read MoreA post for men about how to beat holiday stress and come out on top. By the counselor for men and couples in Phoenix, Jason Fierstein, MA, LPC.
Read MoreLearning to set healthy boundaries and say no to others is the first step to taking back your life and what you want. 10 symptoms of "people pleasing" are looked at in this post, brought to you by Jason Fierstein, the counselor for men and couples in Phoenix, Arizona.
Read MoreHow do deal with anger effectively for men, providing nine strategies to use instead of suppressing your anger or exploding. By the counselor for men and couples in Phoenix, Arizona, Jason Fierstein, MA, LPC.
Read MoreComparing yourself to others, and even ourselves, ultimately creates a lot of suffering and unhappiness. if we can learn to deal with our own unhappiness, we can learn to live more in the present moment and enjoy what it is that we are already, or have already.
Read MoreA post about defining personal success, and challenging some of the definitions of success that we have been given from growing up, from the media, from our peers, and from outside sources. By the counselor and therapist for men and couples in Phoenix, Arizona, Jason Fierstein.
Read MoreA post about working up the courage to deal with risky or fear inducing situations, such as dating, jobs, or other life situations. By the counselor for men and couples in Phoenix, Arizona, Jason Fierstein, MA, LPC.
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