Unmasking Masculinity: The Hidden Struggles of Men's Mental Health
Mental health is an important component of a person's overall well-being because it affects their daily lives, relationships, and heath.
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Michael C. Thompson, MA, LPC
- May 19
- 6 min
The End of Shame: Shedding Light on the Emotion that Whispers, "You Are Out of Place"
Understanding how shame impacts our lives. Shame is a complex emotion that arises from a sense of failure, inadequacy, or humiliation.
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Michael C. Thompson, MA, LPC
- Apr 30
- 6 min
Boundaries: Setting Limits for Healthy Relationships
She had always been a people-pleaser, willing to go to great lengths to make others happy. But recently, she had felt exhausted and...
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Michael C. Thompson, MA, LPC
- Apr 28
- 5 min
Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Avoidance and Self-Destructive Behaviors
It's understandable to turn to avoidance and self-destructive behaviors as a temporary escape from the discomfort of life. However, these...
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Michael C. Thompson, MA, LPC
- Apr 22
- 6 min
The Powerful Grip of Cravings: Understanding and Managing Addiction Cravings
As I sat alone in my small, dimly lit apartment, I felt the familiar grip of cravings taking hold of me. The urge was overwhelming. My...
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Michael C. Thompson, MA, LPC
- Apr 22
- 6 min
The Hidden Burden of Intrusive Thoughts: Understanding Pure-O OCD
From nowhere, a sudden and horrifying thought entered my mind—dark and disturbingly vivid. I couldn’t believe my mind would conjure up...
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Michael C. Thompson, MA, LPC
- Apr 10
- 4 min
The Multifaceted Nature of Heartache: A Psychological Exploration
The Anatomy of Heartache: A Complex and Universal Human Experience We are all too familiar with the phenomenon of heartache. It can be...
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Michael C. Thompson, MA, LPC
- Mar 29
- 6 min
The Emotional and Psychological Impact of Layoffs on Employees: Strategies to Mitigate the Harm
Mass layoffs can have a significant emotional and psychological impact on employees who remain. Ignoring this can result in lower morale,...
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Michael C. Thompson, MA, LPC
- Mar 19
- 4 min
Creating a Safe Workplace: Addressing Racial Trauma
Far too many people are victims of workplace racial trauma. Racism, discrimination, and prejudice in the workplace will and has cause...
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