Dive into "The Men's Self Help Podcast," a transformative space where personal growth meets candid conversation. Hosted by Dr. John Moore, this podcast stands out by addressing the unique challenges faced by men in today's society. Each episode features insightful discussions on topics ranging from emotional resilience and mental health to the impact of social media on masculinity.
Listeners have been inspired by esteemed guests like Dr. Robert Glover, who shared strategies for overcoming toxic patterns, and actor and advocate Terry Crews, who opened up about vulnerability and strength. The show also delves into practical advice on dealing with triggers and navigating relationships, making it a compelling resource for anyone seeking to enhance their emotional intelligence.
With its blend of expert insights and relatable storytelling, "The Men's Self Help Podcast" empowers listeners to break free from societal norms and embrace their authentic selves. Tune in and start your journey toward personal empowerment today!
#1
Encore: Is It Time To Take a Break from Social Media?
This encore presentation explores the five signs you may need to take a break from social media. Visit this link for show notes on the Guy Counseling blog.
2022-02-02•33mins
Encore: Is It Time To Take a Break from Social Media?
This encore presentation explores the five signs you may need to take a break from social media. Visit this link for show notes on the Guy Counseling blog.
2022-02-02•33mins
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How to Stop Letting People Get Under Your Skin
Do you struggle with people getting under your skin? Are you easily triggered by certain comments or topics? Hoping to create positive change? In this episode sponsored by Better Help, Dr. John explores how to stop letting people get under your skin. You’ll hear about the story of Austin, a young man who lost his temper on a train. Discover approaches to counseling including EMDR and Internal Family Systems (parts therapy) as part of healing past wounds. Do you have an internal protector, deep inside, trying to keep you from the source of your hurts? If trauma and pain are part of your past, you’ll want to listen to this episode. Important Links Use this link to get a special offer for listeners of the podcast with Better Help. Visit Good Therapy to learn about EMDR Link to episode 38 on how Karma wants your dreams to come true. Learn about Internal Family Systems (parts therapy). Helpful articles from one of the best anxiety therapist websites. Follow Dr. John on Social Media Guy Counseling on Instagram Guy Counseling on Facebook John's website and newsletter sign up
2022-01-12•24mins
How to Stop Letting People Get Under Your Skin
Do you struggle with people getting under your skin? Are you easily triggered by certain comments or topics? Hoping to create positive change? In this episode sponsored by Better Help, Dr. John explores how to stop letting people get under your skin. You’ll hear about the story of Austin, a young man who lost his temper on a train. Discover approaches to counseling including EMDR and Internal Family Systems (parts therapy) as part of healing past wounds. Do you have an internal protector, deep inside, trying to keep you from the source of your hurts? If trauma and pain are part of your past, you’ll want to listen to this episode. Important Links Use this link to get a special offer for listeners of the podcast with Better Help. Visit Good Therapy to learn about EMDR Link to episode 38 on how Karma wants your dreams to come true. Learn about Internal Family Systems (parts therapy). Helpful articles from one of the best anxiety therapist websites. Follow Dr. John on Social Media Guy Counseling on Instagram Guy Counseling on Facebook John's website and newsletter sign up
2022-01-12•24mins
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#3
4 Keys To Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Are you trying to change an unhealthy behavior? Do you drink too much, eat too much or smoke too much? Is there a part of you who has come to realize your relationship with gambling, porn or shopping is toxic? In this episode of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast, Dr. John explores the process of change and how using the REST technique may be helpful. REST is the acronym for RELAX, EXAMINE, SET YOUR INTENTION, and TAKE ACTION and it comes from the world of DBT or Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Learn how using REST may offer a powerful brain hack by allowing you to ease into creating change in your brain’s pleasure center. Important Links Better Help – Show Sponsor To learn about the special offer for listeners of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast, use this link Learn about DBT and a technique to help control anger. Listen to episode 33 to learn more about DBT. Help Guide on Addiction: A Harvard Health Article with a discussion about the brain’s pleasure center and information about the nucleus accumbens as mentioned in the podcast. Click here to read the article Learn about positive psychology and how it can be used as part of counseling and coaching to help a person create change. Visit the Positive Psychology podcast. DBT Skills Workbook This workbook was mentioned in the pod. Visiting this link will brink you to Amazon. If you buy this book with this link, the podcast receives an affiliate commission. Click to go to Amazon. Follow Us on Social Media Click here to follow on Facebook Click here to follow on Instagram Click here to follow on Twitter
2021-12-29•23mins
4 Keys To Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Are you trying to change an unhealthy behavior? Do you drink too much, eat too much or smoke too much? Is there a part of you who has come to realize your relationship with gambling, porn or shopping is toxic? In this episode of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast, Dr. John explores the process of change and how using the REST technique may be helpful. REST is the acronym for RELAX, EXAMINE, SET YOUR INTENTION, and TAKE ACTION and it comes from the world of DBT or Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Learn how using REST may offer a powerful brain hack by allowing you to ease into creating change in your brain’s pleasure center. Important Links Better Help – Show Sponsor To learn about the special offer for listeners of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast, use this link Learn about DBT and a technique to help control anger. Listen to episode 33 to learn more about DBT. Help Guide on Addiction: A Harvard Health Article with a discussion about the brain’s pleasure center and information about the nucleus accumbens as mentioned in the podcast. Click here to read the article Learn about positive psychology and how it can be used as part of counseling and coaching to help a person create change. Visit the Positive Psychology podcast. DBT Skills Workbook This workbook was mentioned in the pod. Visiting this link will brink you to Amazon. If you buy this book with this link, the podcast receives an affiliate commission. Click to go to Amazon. Follow Us on Social Media Click here to follow on Facebook Click here to follow on Instagram Click here to follow on Twitter
2021-12-29•23mins
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5 Strategies To Find Your Purpose In Life
Trying to discover your life purpose? Does it feel like your life lacks meaning? In this episode, Dr. John goes over five specific strategies to help you find yourself and your life purpose. Using a combination of story telling with insights from Carl Jung, you can find out new things about yourself and train your brain to stimulate your Reticular Activating System, the part of the brain that is concerned with awareness. As part of the show, you'll also learn about a men's resource for generating inner-happiness and awareness around your purpose. Finally, learn about the special guide Dr. John has put together as part of your self-care routine - for guys. Important Links Click here for a special skin care guide for men, created by Dr. John Top 7 reasons men seek out therapy - Episode 37 Free personality assessment from 16 personalities. The Reticular Activating System from University of Minnesota The Daily Gratitude Journal for Men (Click here for Amazon) Other Links Guy Counseling on Instagram Guy Counseling on Facebook Dr. John's website and newsletter sign up
2021-12-15•17mins
5 Strategies To Find Your Purpose In Life
Trying to discover your life purpose? Does it feel like your life lacks meaning? In this episode, Dr. John goes over five specific strategies to help you find yourself and your life purpose. Using a combination of story telling with insights from Carl Jung, you can find out new things about yourself and train your brain to stimulate your Reticular Activating System, the part of the brain that is concerned with awareness. As part of the show, you'll also learn about a men's resource for generating inner-happiness and awareness around your purpose. Finally, learn about the special guide Dr. John has put together as part of your self-care routine - for guys. Important Links Click here for a special skin care guide for men, created by Dr. John Top 7 reasons men seek out therapy - Episode 37 Free personality assessment from 16 personalities. The Reticular Activating System from University of Minnesota The Daily Gratitude Journal for Men (Click here for Amazon) Other Links Guy Counseling on Instagram Guy Counseling on Facebook Dr. John's website and newsletter sign up
2021-12-15•17mins
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#5
How To Reprogram Your Anxious Mind
Do you feel your mind is wired for anxiety? Do you constantly worry about failing? Are you looking for concrete ways to create positive change? In this episode, Dr. John explores the relationship between your thoughts, your brain and anxiety. Discover why fight, flight or freeze can be so powerful. Learn several easy-to-use coping techniques for creating calm as part of reprograming your anxious mind. Resources Mentioned in Podcast Health Line Article on how some form of anxiety can be traced to a chemical imbalance. Link To Episode 31: Comat Negative Self-Talk Link To Episode 35: How To Quickly Get Out of a Funk Link to Medical News Daily: Four Squared Breathing Book Suggestion Re-Wire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic and Worry. Visit Amazon Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-12-01•26mins
How To Reprogram Your Anxious Mind
Do you feel your mind is wired for anxiety? Do you constantly worry about failing? Are you looking for concrete ways to create positive change? In this episode, Dr. John explores the relationship between your thoughts, your brain and anxiety. Discover why fight, flight or freeze can be so powerful. Learn several easy-to-use coping techniques for creating calm as part of reprograming your anxious mind. Resources Mentioned in Podcast Health Line Article on how some form of anxiety can be traced to a chemical imbalance. Link To Episode 31: Comat Negative Self-Talk Link To Episode 35: How To Quickly Get Out of a Funk Link to Medical News Daily: Four Squared Breathing Book Suggestion Re-Wire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic and Worry. Visit Amazon Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-12-01•26mins
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Karma Wants To Make Your Dreams Come True
What is karma was working behind the scenes to make you happy? In this episode, Dr. John looks at the concept of pronoia, which is the opposite of paranoia and asks you to imagine what your life would be like if the universe was conspiring to make your dreams come true. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-11-17•24mins
Karma Wants To Make Your Dreams Come True
What is karma was working behind the scenes to make you happy? In this episode, Dr. John looks at the concept of pronoia, which is the opposite of paranoia and asks you to imagine what your life would be like if the universe was conspiring to make your dreams come true. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-11-17•24mins
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7 Top Reasons Men Seek Out Therapy
Have you ever wondered why some men seek out therapy? Are you in counseling now and curious to know if other guys are struggling with the same issues are? In this episode, Dr. John reveals the top 7 reasons men go into counseling. As part of the show, he also answers a listener email from a man who has become dependent on using alcohol to become socially lubricated before going out on a date. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-11-03•24mins
7 Top Reasons Men Seek Out Therapy
Have you ever wondered why some men seek out therapy? Are you in counseling now and curious to know if other guys are struggling with the same issues are? In this episode, Dr. John reveals the top 7 reasons men go into counseling. As part of the show, he also answers a listener email from a man who has become dependent on using alcohol to become socially lubricated before going out on a date. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-11-03•24mins
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7 Things Women Secretly Say About Men in Therapy
Do you ever wonder what women say about men in therapy? What are some of the common themes that come up when it comes to men? Can knowing about some of these topics help you in your relationships? In this episode, Dr. John walks you through seven common themes that women touch on about men in the counseling office. Some of these may seem like common sense. Others may cause you to pause and reflect. You can use these topics to better help you understand the women in your life. This week’s listener email comes to us from a man who is struggling with dating app fatigue and is tired of being rejected whenever he puts himself out there. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Men's Skin Care Guide: Men’s Skincare Guide Made Simple Best Smelling Colognes for Men Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-09-08•23mins
7 Things Women Secretly Say About Men in Therapy
Do you ever wonder what women say about men in therapy? What are some of the common themes that come up when it comes to men? Can knowing about some of these topics help you in your relationships? In this episode, Dr. John walks you through seven common themes that women touch on about men in the counseling office. Some of these may seem like common sense. Others may cause you to pause and reflect. You can use these topics to better help you understand the women in your life. This week’s listener email comes to us from a man who is struggling with dating app fatigue and is tired of being rejected whenever he puts himself out there. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Men's Skin Care Guide: Men’s Skincare Guide Made Simple Best Smelling Colognes for Men Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-09-08•23mins
#8
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At some point, all of us fall into a funk. In this episode, I'm going to give you 7 of my tips for pulling yourself out of a funk BEFORE it turns into a rut! Learn how to help boost your mood quickly and create positive change. Episode infused with some of the teaching of Dr. William Glasser, the Father of Reality Therapy and Choice Theory. Show Notes on the www.guycounseling.com blog. William Glasser Choice Theory Loving Kindness Meditation Study Follow us on Instagram at: Follow us on Facebook at:
2021-08-25•15mins
How to QUICKLY Get Out of a Funk
At some point, all of us fall into a funk. In this episode, I'm going to give you 7 of my tips for pulling yourself out of a funk BEFORE it turns into a rut! Learn how to help boost your mood quickly and create positive change. Episode infused with some of the teaching of Dr. William Glasser, the Father of Reality Therapy and Choice Theory. Show Notes on the www.guycounseling.com blog. William Glasser Choice Theory Loving Kindness Meditation Study Follow us on Instagram at: Follow us on Facebook at:
2021-08-25•15mins
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#10
What If Positive Thinking Doesn't Work?
Everyone knows positive thinking can be helpful, but what happens when it doesn't work? Can you make yourself feel worse by forcing happy talk? In this episode, Dr. John explores the downside to positive thinking and how trying to deny your feelings can be harmful. Learn about an alternative called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Also, you’ll hear from a listener who describes himself as overweight and can’t experience intimacy unless he’s wearing a shirt. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-08-11•21mins
What If Positive Thinking Doesn't Work?
Everyone knows positive thinking can be helpful, but what happens when it doesn't work? Can you make yourself feel worse by forcing happy talk? In this episode, Dr. John explores the downside to positive thinking and how trying to deny your feelings can be harmful. Learn about an alternative called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Also, you’ll hear from a listener who describes himself as overweight and can’t experience intimacy unless he’s wearing a shirt. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-08-11•21mins
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Preventing Anger From Turning Into Rage With DBT
Do you suppress your anger? When you do express these feelings, do you blow up on people, like your partner, children, or coworkers? Looking for practical tools to create change? In this episode of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast, Dr. John Moore will teach you two POWERFUL tools from the world of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that can be used as coping strategies. Learn how to channel your anger into a discussion with the aim of getting your needs met. As part of the discussion, you’ll also learn why anger is not a dirty word. This week’s listener email comes from a man who is struggling with an inability to urinate in public places and isn’t sure what to do. Learn about shy bladder syndrome, also referred to as paruresis. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-07-28•26mins
Preventing Anger From Turning Into Rage With DBT
Do you suppress your anger? When you do express these feelings, do you blow up on people, like your partner, children, or coworkers? Looking for practical tools to create change? In this episode of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast, Dr. John Moore will teach you two POWERFUL tools from the world of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that can be used as coping strategies. Learn how to channel your anger into a discussion with the aim of getting your needs met. As part of the discussion, you’ll also learn why anger is not a dirty word. This week’s listener email comes from a man who is struggling with an inability to urinate in public places and isn’t sure what to do. Learn about shy bladder syndrome, also referred to as paruresis. Important Links: Show Notes – Guy Counseling Blog: www.guycounseling.com Sponsor: - Better Help: www.betterhelp.com/guycounseling Follow Us On Instagram:
2021-07-28•26mins
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What To Do When Your Partner Never Initiates Sex
Do you have a partner that never initiates sex? Has it caused you frustration and confusion? Are you hoping to create change? In this episode of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast sponsored by Better Help, Dr. John uses a metaphor to explore the concept of “It’s always Been This Way” and then takes a deep dive into how reframing the question can cause a mental shift – and change. You’ll also hear from a listener who wants to know if it is OK to try and date someone he hooked up with from an app. Show notes can be found on the Guy Counseling Blog. Follow on Instagram: Follow on FB: Follow on Twitter:
2021-07-14•22mins
What To Do When Your Partner Never Initiates Sex
Do you have a partner that never initiates sex? Has it caused you frustration and confusion? Are you hoping to create change? In this episode of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast sponsored by Better Help, Dr. John uses a metaphor to explore the concept of “It’s always Been This Way” and then takes a deep dive into how reframing the question can cause a mental shift – and change. You’ll also hear from a listener who wants to know if it is OK to try and date someone he hooked up with from an app. Show notes can be found on the Guy Counseling Blog. Follow on Instagram: Follow on FB: Follow on Twitter:
2021-07-14•22mins
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7 Ways To Combat Negative Self-Talk
Do you struggle with negative self-talk? Has it caused you to derail? Hoping to learn how to combat it? In this episode, sponsored by Better Help, Dr. John Moore creates a metaphor with your mind being a train and how – if you aren’t careful – your thoughts can act as objects that can lead to derailment. You’ll learn 7 concrete ways from combatting negative thinking, plus several resources. You’ll also hear from a listener who is having difficulties with adjusting to life as the pandemic eases. Re-entry anxiety and FOMO are discussed. Show notes for this episode can be found on the Guy Counseling blog. Show Notes - www.guycounseling.com Follow on Instagram:
2021-06-30•27mins
7 Ways To Combat Negative Self-Talk
Do you struggle with negative self-talk? Has it caused you to derail? Hoping to learn how to combat it? In this episode, sponsored by Better Help, Dr. John Moore creates a metaphor with your mind being a train and how – if you aren’t careful – your thoughts can act as objects that can lead to derailment. You’ll learn 7 concrete ways from combatting negative thinking, plus several resources. You’ll also hear from a listener who is having difficulties with adjusting to life as the pandemic eases. Re-entry anxiety and FOMO are discussed. Show notes for this episode can be found on the Guy Counseling blog. Show Notes - www.guycounseling.com Follow on Instagram:
2021-06-30•27mins
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Is Erotic Hypnosis Real?
You may have heard of the term erotic hypnosis, but does such a thing exist? In this episode of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast sponsored by Better Help, Dr. John explores the topic of hypnosis and offers listeners a working definition. He then moves on to explaining what erotic hypnosis is – and what it is not. Examples and resources are shared as part of the experience. You’ll also hear a listener email from a man who is having problems with his libido. Show notes can be found on the Guy Counseling blog. Follow on Instagram @guycounseling1 Facebook --> Twitter @guycounseling
2021-06-16•29mins
Is Erotic Hypnosis Real?
You may have heard of the term erotic hypnosis, but does such a thing exist? In this episode of the Men’s Self-Help Podcast sponsored by Better Help, Dr. John explores the topic of hypnosis and offers listeners a working definition. He then moves on to explaining what erotic hypnosis is – and what it is not. Examples and resources are shared as part of the experience. You’ll also hear a listener email from a man who is having problems with his libido. Show notes can be found on the Guy Counseling blog. Follow on Instagram @guycounseling1 Facebook --> Twitter @guycounseling
2021-06-16•29mins
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7 Ways To Dial Down Perfectionism
Struggling with perfectionism? Looking for practical ways to create change? In this episode, Dr. John Moore explores some of the causal reasons behind perfectionism, which are largely linked to early childhood. In addition, you’ll be offered 7 straightforward ways to dial down perfectionism in your own life. As part of the show sponsored today by Better Help, you’ll hear an email from a man who is feeling shame around his weight gain and wanting to exercise but isn’t sure what to do. Visit the guycounseling.com website.
2021-06-04•37mins
7 Ways To Dial Down Perfectionism
Struggling with perfectionism? Looking for practical ways to create change? In this episode, Dr. John Moore explores some of the causal reasons behind perfectionism, which are largely linked to early childhood. In addition, you’ll be offered 7 straightforward ways to dial down perfectionism in your own life. As part of the show sponsored today by Better Help, you’ll hear an email from a man who is feeling shame around his weight gain and wanting to exercise but isn’t sure what to do. Visit the guycounseling.com website.
2021-06-04•37mins
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7 Ways To Stop Obsessive Thinking
Learn the signs and symptoms of obsessive thinking, also referred to as rumination. Click here to access shownotes with informational links for episode 28. You can also visit the show's website at guycounseling.com to access the shownotes.
2021-05-23•29mins
7 Ways To Stop Obsessive Thinking
Learn the signs and symptoms of obsessive thinking, also referred to as rumination. Click here to access shownotes with informational links for episode 28. You can also visit the show's website at guycounseling.com to access the shownotes.
2021-05-23•29mins
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How To Create Physical Intimacy Through Mindfulness
Searching for ways to create physical intimacy in your relationship? In this show, Dr. John walks listeners through the technique of sensate focus. Learn how to bring that feeling of closeness and intuitiveness back to your love life. Learn about a 10% discount to listeners of the podcast with BetterHelp. Visit show notes on the blog for handouts and resources.
2020-06-08•22mins
How To Create Physical Intimacy Through Mindfulness
Searching for ways to create physical intimacy in your relationship? In this show, Dr. John walks listeners through the technique of sensate focus. Learn how to bring that feeling of closeness and intuitiveness back to your love life. Learn about a 10% discount to listeners of the podcast with BetterHelp. Visit show notes on the blog for handouts and resources.
2020-06-08•22mins
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How To Create Motivation For Goals
Do you struggle to find the motivation to reach goals, like exercising, eating healthier or learning a new skill? Does depression get in your way of motivation? In this podcast, Dr. Moore explores goal attainment using the "As If" technique. He also responds to a listener email regarding the idea of moving in together before getting married.
2020-01-05•22mins
How To Create Motivation For Goals
Do you struggle to find the motivation to reach goals, like exercising, eating healthier or learning a new skill? Does depression get in your way of motivation? In this podcast, Dr. Moore explores goal attainment using the "As If" technique. He also responds to a listener email regarding the idea of moving in together before getting married.
2020-01-05•22mins
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How To Deal With Toxic Shame
Do you struggle with shame? Are you looking for healthy ways of working through? Trying to up your self-esteem? In this podcast, Dr. John explores the issue of toxic shame and explains: 1. What shame is 2. How it manifests psychologically and physiologically 3. Concrete steps for working through See Show Notes for specifics on this topic and links to helping resources.
2019-12-28•23mins
How To Deal With Toxic Shame
Do you struggle with shame? Are you looking for healthy ways of working through? Trying to up your self-esteem? In this podcast, Dr. John explores the issue of toxic shame and explains: 1. What shame is 2. How it manifests psychologically and physiologically 3. Concrete steps for working through See Show Notes for specifics on this topic and links to helping resources.
2019-12-28•23mins
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Anxiety Podcast: Autogenic Training Meditation
In this podcast, learn how to reduce anxiety and cope with stress through Autogenic Training (AT). Discover a new way to create calm from within. Narrated by Dr. Moore, listen as he guides you through an amazing experience while teaching you a tool for coping with anxiety. Copy of narration available in show notes. This anxiety podcast is designed as a tool for healthy coping.
2019-12-20•11mins
Anxiety Podcast: Autogenic Training Meditation
In this podcast, learn how to reduce anxiety and cope with stress through Autogenic Training (AT). Discover a new way to create calm from within. Narrated by Dr. Moore, listen as he guides you through an amazing experience while teaching you a tool for coping with anxiety. Copy of narration available in show notes. This anxiety podcast is designed as a tool for healthy coping.
2019-12-20•11mins
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7 Concrete Ways To Boost Your Self-Worth
In this episode, learn about the concept of self-worth and how perception is projection. Discover 7 unique ways to boost your self-esteem. See this page on Guy Counseling for complete show notes on this episode of the Men's Self-Help Podcast.
2019-12-15•21mins
7 Concrete Ways To Boost Your Self-Worth
In this episode, learn about the concept of self-worth and how perception is projection. Discover 7 unique ways to boost your self-esteem. See this page on Guy Counseling for complete show notes on this episode of the Men's Self-Help Podcast.
2019-12-15•21mins
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Viking Meditation: Thor’s Hammer For Sexual Confidence
Using metaphor, Nordic myth and elements from popular culture, this recording is designed to enhance sexual confidence and boost self-esteem in other life areas. The recording is "G" rated and does not contain any offensive language. See show notes to learn more on this Viking Meditation to learn more.
2019-12-09•13mins
Viking Meditation: Thor’s Hammer For Sexual Confidence
Using metaphor, Nordic myth and elements from popular culture, this recording is designed to enhance sexual confidence and boost self-esteem in other life areas. The recording is "G" rated and does not contain any offensive language. See show notes to learn more on this Viking Meditation to learn more.
2019-12-09•13mins
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How To Create a Circle of Confidence - A Hypnotic Meditation
Struggle with self-esteem? Looking to increase your level of confidence? Need to be more assertive? In this episode, Dr. Moore guides you through a guided imagery meditation through self-hypnosis. Affirmations are included to help boost feelings of self worth. Learn how to create your personal circle of confidence and experience inner strength. To learn more, visit this post from Moore's website on Creating a Circle of Confidence. If you like this podcast, please leave a review. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
2019-11-26•12mins
How To Create a Circle of Confidence - A Hypnotic Meditation
Struggle with self-esteem? Looking to increase your level of confidence? Need to be more assertive? In this episode, Dr. Moore guides you through a guided imagery meditation through self-hypnosis. Affirmations are included to help boost feelings of self worth. Learn how to create your personal circle of confidence and experience inner strength. To learn more, visit this post from Moore's website on Creating a Circle of Confidence. If you like this podcast, please leave a review. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
2019-11-26•12mins
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7 Goal Setting Mistakes That Stop You From Success
Do you struggle with achieving your goals? Here's 7 common mistakes with goal setting that may be sabotaging your changes at success. Informational links with handouts to help you stay on track to goal attainment.
2019-09-07•19mins
7 Goal Setting Mistakes That Stop You From Success
Do you struggle with achieving your goals? Here's 7 common mistakes with goal setting that may be sabotaging your changes at success. Informational links with handouts to help you stay on track to goal attainment.
2019-09-07•19mins
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7 Ways To Gain Confidence In Dating (E19)
Have you recently found yourself back on the dating scene? Do you struggle with confidence and dating? In this episode, Dr. John Moore explores 7 unique ways you can increase your confidence in the world of dating. As part of the show, Dr. Moore calls on the resources of Chicago psychologist Dr. Tyler Fortman and shares 7 ways to boost self-esteem when dating. Click here to review complete show notes with resources on Guy Counseling. If you liked this podcast, please leave a review. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
2019-07-09•26mins
7 Ways To Gain Confidence In Dating (E19)
Have you recently found yourself back on the dating scene? Do you struggle with confidence and dating? In this episode, Dr. John Moore explores 7 unique ways you can increase your confidence in the world of dating. As part of the show, Dr. Moore calls on the resources of Chicago psychologist Dr. Tyler Fortman and shares 7 ways to boost self-esteem when dating. Click here to review complete show notes with resources on Guy Counseling. If you liked this podcast, please leave a review. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
2019-07-09•26mins
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E18: 5 Signs It’s Time To Take a Break From Social Media
How do you know when it's time to take a break from social media? How much is too much time spent on Instagram, Facebook or Snapchat? Dr. Moore offers 5 warning signs that it may be time to take a break from social media, particularly for those who struggle with a mental health issue like anxiety or depression. Listener email shared from man who has OCD and isn't sure if he should tell his girlfriend. Click on show notes for taking a break from social media
2019-06-26•33mins
E18: 5 Signs It’s Time To Take a Break From Social Media
How do you know when it's time to take a break from social media? How much is too much time spent on Instagram, Facebook or Snapchat? Dr. Moore offers 5 warning signs that it may be time to take a break from social media, particularly for those who struggle with a mental health issue like anxiety or depression. Listener email shared from man who has OCD and isn't sure if he should tell his girlfriend. Click on show notes for taking a break from social media
2019-06-26•33mins
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E17. 5 Ways To Break The Cycle of Dating Toxic People
Do you attract unhealthy people to your life - romantic partners that are toxic? Have you been dating the same "type" of person, over and over again? If so, you aren't alone. In this episode, Dr. Moore examines the issue of attraction and romance and how early childhood experiences have a way of influencing us in the here and now. When listening, you'll learn 5 steps that you can take to break the cycle. Also in this show, you will hear about a man in Wyoming who identifies as straight but has strangely found himself physically attracted to another man. RESOURCES FROM SHOW Confusing Love with Obsession (Amazon) Loving Kindness Meditation (Guy Counseling) More Men Than You Think Identify As ‘Mostly Straight’ (The Cut) Kinsey Institute - Research on Sexual Orientation
2019-06-20•23mins
E17. 5 Ways To Break The Cycle of Dating Toxic People
Do you attract unhealthy people to your life - romantic partners that are toxic? Have you been dating the same "type" of person, over and over again? If so, you aren't alone. In this episode, Dr. Moore examines the issue of attraction and romance and how early childhood experiences have a way of influencing us in the here and now. When listening, you'll learn 5 steps that you can take to break the cycle. Also in this show, you will hear about a man in Wyoming who identifies as straight but has strangely found himself physically attracted to another man. RESOURCES FROM SHOW Confusing Love with Obsession (Amazon) Loving Kindness Meditation (Guy Counseling) More Men Than You Think Identify As ‘Mostly Straight’ (The Cut) Kinsey Institute - Research on Sexual Orientation
2019-06-20•23mins
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E16: "My Girlfriend Cheated On Me - What Should I Do?"
Have you recently found out your girlfriend cheated on you? Not sure what do to? In this podcast, Dr. Moore offers 10 coping strategies in the aftermath of infidelity. He also answers a listener email from a man who doesn't understand why his girlfriend never initiates in the bedroom. Resources Mentioned In Show: Intuition and gender Journal of Personality and Psychology on gender and intuition Cheating stats Bustle cheating info 10 Tips When You Learn She Cheated Guy Counseling website - Cheating My Girlfriend Never Initiates Article Guy Counseling website - Initiates
2019-06-16•27mins
E16: "My Girlfriend Cheated On Me - What Should I Do?"
Have you recently found out your girlfriend cheated on you? Not sure what do to? In this podcast, Dr. Moore offers 10 coping strategies in the aftermath of infidelity. He also answers a listener email from a man who doesn't understand why his girlfriend never initiates in the bedroom. Resources Mentioned In Show: Intuition and gender Journal of Personality and Psychology on gender and intuition Cheating stats Bustle cheating info 10 Tips When You Learn She Cheated Guy Counseling website - Cheating My Girlfriend Never Initiates Article Guy Counseling website - Initiates
2019-06-16•27mins
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7 Assertiveness Skills Worth Growing + Do I Have a Drinking Problem?
Assertiveness – it’s a topic that comes up from guys a lot in counseling. Most men want to know “How can I be more assertive?” In this podcast, Dr. Moore explores this topic in detail. As part of the discussion, he’ll contrast the differences between being assertive and being aggressive. In this show, you will learn: • A working definition of assertiveness • How assertiveness and aggressiveness differ • 7 unique assertiveness skills you can build for the future. Dr. Moore also answers a listener email from a man who wonders if he has a problem with alcohol. A quick overview is offered that examines the differences between use, abuse and dependence with a substance. See complete show-notes on Guy Counseling:
2019-06-13•38mins
7 Assertiveness Skills Worth Growing + Do I Have a Drinking Problem?
Assertiveness – it’s a topic that comes up from guys a lot in counseling. Most men want to know “How can I be more assertive?” In this podcast, Dr. Moore explores this topic in detail. As part of the discussion, he’ll contrast the differences between being assertive and being aggressive. In this show, you will learn: • A working definition of assertiveness • How assertiveness and aggressiveness differ • 7 unique assertiveness skills you can build for the future. Dr. Moore also answers a listener email from a man who wonders if he has a problem with alcohol. A quick overview is offered that examines the differences between use, abuse and dependence with a substance. See complete show-notes on Guy Counseling:
2019-06-13•38mins
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E14: PTSD and Men - Getting Help and Ridding Shame
Do you struggle with PTSD? Wondering about the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder? Curious about what this mental health challenge is all about? In this podcast, Dr. Moore explores PTSD in detail. You’ll learn a basic definition of Post-Traumatic Stress and 5 things to consider when trying to find help. Resources mentioned in the show: Long Term Deployments and Stress (military) Diagnostic Criteria for PTSD PTSD Rates and Gender from Psychology Today National Center for PTSD PTSD Support Groups (In person and online) PTSD Support Groups on Psychcentral The Hidden War: PTSD and The Front Line Veterans Who Horseback Riding Help Work Through PTSD O*NET Career Profiler What's Your Career Personality Type (Psychcentral)
2019-06-11•44mins
E14: PTSD and Men - Getting Help and Ridding Shame
Do you struggle with PTSD? Wondering about the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder? Curious about what this mental health challenge is all about? In this podcast, Dr. Moore explores PTSD in detail. You’ll learn a basic definition of Post-Traumatic Stress and 5 things to consider when trying to find help. Resources mentioned in the show: Long Term Deployments and Stress (military) Diagnostic Criteria for PTSD PTSD Rates and Gender from Psychology Today National Center for PTSD PTSD Support Groups (In person and online) PTSD Support Groups on Psychcentral The Hidden War: PTSD and The Front Line Veterans Who Horseback Riding Help Work Through PTSD O*NET Career Profiler What's Your Career Personality Type (Psychcentral)
2019-06-11•44mins
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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 Amy Morin on Psychology Today Visit Guy Counseling www.guycounseling.com The Disease To Please: Ending People Pleasing Syndrome See Amazon: Cheating Survey by GSS -Who Cheats
2019-06-08•36mins
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 Amy Morin on Psychology Today Visit Guy Counseling www.guycounseling.com The Disease To Please: Ending People Pleasing Syndrome See Amazon: Cheating Survey by GSS -Who Cheats
2019-06-08•36mins
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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: Love Style Quiz based on Lee's work: NYT article on Lee's Love Styles:
2019-06-04•33mins
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: Love Style Quiz based on Lee's work: NYT article on Lee's Love Styles:
2019-06-04•33mins
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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 Mindfulness Bel (Zen Bell)
2019-06-03•28mins
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 Mindfulness Bel (Zen Bell)
2019-06-03•28mins
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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": Article on building mental toughness from Guy Counseling: Previous podcast on 8 ways to build self-esteem
2019-06-02•21mins
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": Article on building mental toughness from Guy Counseling: Previous podcast on 8 ways to build self-esteem
2019-06-02•21mins
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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: - Learn about cognitive restructuring and the Beck Institute. - Use cognitive restructuring in your own life. Here's a handout from Therapist Aid: 10 Steps To Increasing Self-Esteem
2019-06-02•21mins
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: - Learn about cognitive restructuring and the Beck Institute. - Use cognitive restructuring in your own life. Here's a handout from Therapist Aid: 10 Steps To Increasing Self-Esteem
2019-06-02•21mins
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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: National Alliance On Mental Illness Learn about different mental health issues, including depression. DSM 5 Depression Criteria National Suicide Hotline If you are in crisis and this you might hurt yourself or someone else, call 911 right now or go to your local emergency room .
2019-05-31•25mins
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: National Alliance On Mental Illness Learn about different mental health issues, including depression. DSM 5 Depression Criteria National Suicide Hotline If you are in crisis and this you might hurt yourself or someone else, call 911 right now or go to your local emergency room .
2019-05-31•25mins
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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: Hacks for working through, including building a circle of confidence as shared on Guy Counseling: Shout out to Dr. Margret Rutherford with Self Work: Shownotes on Guy Counseling
2019-05-29•38mins
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: Hacks for working through, including building a circle of confidence as shared on Guy Counseling: Shout out to Dr. Margret Rutherford with Self Work: Shownotes on Guy Counseling
2019-05-29•38mins
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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/
2019-05-27•18mins
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/
2019-05-27•18mins
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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
2019-05-27•39mins
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
2019-05-27•39mins
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E3: 6 Primary Traits of Type A Personalities - Working For a Controlling Boss and Nasty Co-Workers
What is a Type A personality? In this podcast, we explore the six primary traits of Type A Personalities. In this podcast, you will learn: - Traits of Type A personalities. - Health risks for "Type A". - Coping with Type A personality types. Learn all about Type A's. Click to listen and then visit www.guycounseling.com
2019-05-26•22mins
E3: 6 Primary Traits of Type A Personalities - Working For a Controlling Boss and Nasty Co-Workers
What is a Type A personality? In this podcast, we explore the six primary traits of Type A Personalities. In this podcast, you will learn: - Traits of Type A personalities. - Health risks for "Type A". - Coping with Type A personality types. Learn all about Type A's. Click to listen and then visit www.guycounseling.com
2019-05-26•22mins
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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.
2019-05-26•16mins
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.
2019-05-26•16mins
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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:
2019-05-20•3mins
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:
2019-05-20•3mins
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E1: Positive Body Affirmations For Wounded Self-Esteem
Body image affirmations through guided imagery with Dr. John Moore
2019-05-16•9mins
E1: Positive Body Affirmations For Wounded Self-Esteem
Body image affirmations through guided imagery with Dr. John Moore
2019-05-16•9mins
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