Category: Mental Health for Men
Taking Care of Your Mental Health: An Open Letter to Young Fathers
New fatherhood is a rollercoaster, and it’s okay if some days feel like you’re clenching the safety bar with both hands. Your mental health isn’t separate from this ride; it is the seatbelt that keeps you in the car.
If your mood feels stuck — anger that won’t cool down, sadness that won’t lift, anxiety that pins you to the mattress — talk to someone. Just as we practice for a trade or a sport, counseling helps us develop mental and emotional skills for partnerships, parenting, and work.
What Kept Me Here: My Story of Suicide, Hope, and Worth
You are not your worst day, your red numbers, your divorce decree, your diagnosis, your court date, or your secret. You are not the sum of your disappointments. You are a father, a mother, a child, a friend, a builder, a teacher, a maker of ordinary miracles. Your name is needed in rooms you haven’t walked into yet.
Op-Ed: Empowering Black Men — Reclaiming Our Health, Rewriting Our Legacy
How many aspects of our lives could drastically improve with just a few minutes of intentional care daily? This revelation prompted me to emphasize one critical truth: “Not taking care of yourself, particularly when you have children and family, is the most selfish act you can engage in.”
The Silent Struggle: Fathers Facing Stress, Depression, and Loneliness During the Holiday Season
For all its joy and celebration, the holiday season can be a lonely and challenging time for fathers separated from their children. Whether due to scheduling or the heartbreak of parental alienation, these fathers often navigate their pain in silence. By recognizing the reality of their struggles and taking steps to support them, we can bring light to a complex subject and promote healing for fathers, children, and families alike.
Nepotism and Black Fatherhood: Which Way You Want It — Dads In or Dads Out?
In the 2024 NBA Draft, the 55th pick was none other than Bronny James, son of NBA legend LeBron James. Usher’s acceptance speech for the BET Lifetime Achievement Award offers a profound reflection on the complexities and importance of Black fatherhood.
Celebrating Responsible Fatherhood: New #Dadication PSAs Launched
As Father’s Day approaches, dads share heartwarming stories of “parenting firsts,” to inspire and empower fathers to be active and present in their children’s lives.
Empowering Fathers to Change the Odds in Atlanta
Fathers Incorporated understands that economic stability is a cornerstone of effective parenting.
Breaking the Silence: A Deep Dive into Men’s Grief and the Path to Healing
Breaking the Silence” explores the often overlooked terrain of men’s grief, shedding light on the societal barriers that silence their sorrow. Through expert insights and personal stories, this article delves into the complexity of male emotional expression, offering a beacon of hope and pathways toward understanding and healing.
Bridging the Gap: Navigating the Emotional Terrain for Dads Apart from Their Children During the Holidays
The holiday season, a time of joy and family gatherings, can be particularly challenging for fathers who are separated from their children.
Bridging the Gaps of Grief: The Compassionate Mission of Lisa Good
In the kaleidoscope of human experience, the hues of grief and trauma often cast the longest shadows, yet amid these shades, there are individuals whose journeys inspire […]
Celebrating Native American Fathers: Pillars of Strength and Wisdom
As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, it’s crucial to recognize the indispensable roles these fathers play.
Javin Foreman: A Beacon of Light in a World of Struggle – Transforming Lives Through Love and Connection!
Javin Foreman’s story is not just a tale of struggle and triumph; it’s a living testament to the power of love and connection, to the transformative impact of conscious and mindful parenting.
Empowering Fathers: A Conversation on Emotional Vulnerability and Responsible Fatherhood with James Worthy
James Worthy, not to be confused with the basketball legend, is an advocate for responsible fatherhood. However, the tale he unfurled was deeply personal.
Embracing the Strength of the Father: The Launch of an Empowering Journal for Black Dads
By providing daily affirmations tailored to the experiences of Black fathers, “Strength of the Father” encourages a regular, transformative dialogue with the self.
New “Dadication” Ads Aim to Inspire Responsible Fatherhood
A new series of public service announcements (PSAs) in English and Spanish have been created for this Father’s Day to highlight fatherhood involvement,