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The Men's Self Help Podcast

John Moore, PhDguycounseling.com
Looking for a self help show? Hoping for insights on mental health and wellness? Dr. John Moore hosts The Men's Self Help Podcast - a show for men and the people who love them that focuses on psychology, mental health, relationships and guy issues. Therapy and coaching insights in easy to understand discussions.
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E13: 10 Signs You Have People Pleasing Syndrome

Do you say yes to everyone? Are you taking on more than you should but can't say no? Is it causing you problems emotionally and physically? If so, you may have people pleasing syndrome as the result of being a people pleaser. Learn 10 signs you may have this problem plus what to do about it. Show Highlights: 10 traits of people pleasers How people pleasing happens in people 10 symptoms of people pleasing syndrome 3 ways of moving through the problem Resources: 10 symptoms of people pleasing from...

Jun 08, 201937 minEp. 13

What Is Your Love Style in Relationships + Penis Shame and Men

What kind of lover are you? In this podcast, we examine six love styles as offered by the sociologist John A. Lee. We also explore how the past can influence our attachment style in the here and now. A listener email is also shared where he reveals serious penis shame. Resources: Lee's Love Styles: http://www.psychologycharts.com/six-love-styles.html Love Style Quiz based on Lee's work: http://courses.washington.edu/psii101/geninfo/lovetest.pdf NYT article on Lee's Love Styles: https://www.nytim...

Jun 04, 201934 minEp. 12

5 Tips For Creating a Stress Management Program

Feeling stress? Need some help with developing a stress management program? Here's 5 tips. In this episode, we also discuss an email from a listener who was told by his girlfriend that she no longer finds him attractive. What to do when someone you are dating reveals they aren't into you. How stress effects the body from the Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-symptoms/art-20050987 Mindfulness Bel (Zen Bell) https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/m...

Jun 03, 201928 minEp. 11

E10: 7 Ways To Build Mental Toughness Rooted In Reality For Men

Hoping to build build mental toughness? Trying to up your confidence? In this show, we examine 7 skills you can build to increase mental toughness that are rooted in reality. Tips offered through the writings of Dr. Alan Goldberg in his book "Sports Slump Busting": https://www.amazon.com/Sports-Slump-Busting-Alan-Goldberg/dp/1625504756 Article on building mental toughness from Guy Counseling: https://guycounseling.com/mental-toughness-skills-1210/ Previous podcast on 8 ways to build self-esteem...

Jun 02, 201922 minEp. 10

E9: 8 Ways To Increase Self-Esteem And Boost Your Confidence

Do you struggle with self-esteem? Hunting for ways to boost your confidence? Here's 8 ways to create positive change in your life and feel better about yourself. In this podcast, learn: -8 self-esteem hacks based on suggestions from Dr. Brian Luke Seaward, author of Managing Stress: https://www.amazon.com/Managing-Stress-Principles-Strategies-Well-Being/dp/1284126269 - Learn about cognitive restructuring and the Beck Institute. https://beckinstitute.org/ - Use cognitive restructuring in your own...

Jun 02, 201921 minEp. 9

E8: 10 Things Depression Doesn't Want You To Know!

10 Things Depression Doesn't Want You To Know I wrote this on Psychcentral several years ago. Here's the link: https://blogs.psychcentral.com/life-goals/2014/11/10-things-depression-doesnt-want-you-to-know/ National Alliance On Mental Illness Learn about different mental health issues, including depression. https://www.nami.org/ DSM 5 Depression Criteria https://www.psycom.net/depression-definition-dsm-5-diagnostic-criteria/ National Suicide Hotline https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ If you ...

May 31, 201926 minEp. 8

E6. 7 Ways To Deal With Imposter Syndrome

Ever feel like you are a fake? Do you question if you are really qualified to be doing what you are doing? If so, you may have imposter syndrome. Learn all about imposter syndrome, what causes it, the typical signs, and 7 things you can do about it. Change is possible in your life and so are new beginnings. 5 types of imposter syndrome traits explored based on Dr. Valerie Young's work: https://www.themuse.com/advice/5-different-types-of-imposter-syndrome-and-5-ways-to-battle-each-one Hacks for w...

May 29, 201939 minEp. 6

E5: 5 Ways To Get Past Gym Fears Because of Body Image Issues

Do you struggle with self-esteem? Want to work out but intimidated by more muscular people? Trying to change your body but can't get past your anxiety about going to the gym? In this podcast, we explore body image issues, fear, and exercise. Learn 5 ways to move past gym fears so you can build the body of your dreams. If you are a man who just can't get over the hump of feeling intimidated by other guys at the gym, this podcast is for you. Shout out to Quads Gym in Chicago: www.quadsgym.com/...

May 27, 201919 minEp. 5

E4: What is anxiety and fear?

What is anxiety? Where does it come from and how do you cope with it? This podcast explores anxiety and fear and assesses acceptance as a coping strategy. Do you struggle with anxiety? Gain new insights. Be sure to visit www.guycounseling.com

May 27, 201939 minEp. 4

Sleep Hypnosis

Trouble sleeping? Learn a new skill by engaging in self-hypnosis with this guided meditation. Train your body to relax and fall into a deeper, more meaningful sleep.

May 26, 201916 min

E2: 10 Irrational Thinking Patterns That Skyrocket Your Anxiety

Do you struggle with irrational beliefs? Have you engaged in thinking distortions? This audio recording accompanies the post "10 Ways Irrational Thinking Increases Learn about thought distortions and more at the Guy Counseling Blog on this post: https://guycounseling.com/ten-irrational-thinking-anxiety/

May 20, 20194 minEp. 2
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