Category: mental health
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Forever Young
“I still get carded at the grocery store!” Many folks my age or a little younger will exclaim this with glee when they get an ID check if they buy booze or cigarettes. Maybe the cashier is just doing their job, and you actually don’t look like you’re under 21. Stores don’t wanna lose their…
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe
Women protest gender-based violence across Brazil following shocking cases “We’re seeing an increase in numbers but also in the intensity and cruelty of violence,” said Juliana Martins, an expert in gender-based violence and institutional relations manager at the Brazilian Forum on Public Safety. #Brazil #Femicide #womensrights #Sexism Mental health crisis reaches new lows for French…
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The Evolved Man of the Week: Thosh Collins
Welcome to the Evolving Man Project’s “Evolved Man of the Week” profile. Each week, we will highlight an individual who embodies what it means to be an evolved person, famous, and non-famous alike. The world needs to know their stories and deeds. This week’s honor goes to the author, community health educator, and social media…
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Three Big Thoughts on Social Work
Socialist Workers Unite! I’m a licensed social worker with over 15 years of experience in the field. I’ve worked for schools, school districts, and major non-profit organizations. Volunteered as a mentor to youth, provided food to people experiencing homelessness, delivered meals to the elderly, and built homes for those in need. My clients have included…
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The Evolved Man of the Week: Dr. Howard Stevenson
Welcome to the Evolving Man Project’s “Evolved Man of the Week” profile. Each week, we will highlight an individual who embodies what it means to be an evolved, famous, and non-famous man. The world needs to know their stories and deeds. This week’s honor goes to clinical psychologist, professor, and overall leader in racial equity and…
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Embracing Being Unk
In 2023, I turned 40 years old. There was an age and time in my life when I was in my early 20s. I gave little thought to being middle age, but now, as a full-fledged elder millennial, it’s my reality. I’ve discussed my mental health struggles in previous posts. As a young man, I…
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No Regrets?
I’ve been on this earth for over four decades now. There have been many ups and downs over the years. I know people say that we should all live life with no regrets. But it’s impossible to make it to your forties without any regrets. It’s easier said than done to live a life with…
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The Evolved Man of the Week: Dr. Leo Moore
Welcome to the Evolving Folks Project’s “Evolved Man of the Week” profile. Each week, we will highlight an individual who embodies what it means to be an evolved person, famous and non-famous individual alike. The world needs to know their stories and deeds. This week’s honor goes to the medical director for the Los Angeles…
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Even more ‘sage’ Dating Advice from an “old-ass” Millennial
The Dating Game has changed quite a bit since I was single and ready to mingle in 2013. According to data, about half of men aged 18 to 25 have never approached women they were interested in. Old heads like myself and others would say that the young dudes lack courage and fear rejection. But…
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The Black Atheist Experience II
In 2016, I shared my story of my journey of losing my faith and coming to an age of reason with the Black Atheist Experience. So, for the Winter Solstice 2024, I’m returning to the state of black atheism and non-religious people in the United States. You’re welcome you damn, pagans! My first blog post…
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