Growing Up With No Restraints: The Toxic Mentality of Boys Will Be Boys

I grew up in a hyper-masculine culture in which I was expected to tow the line and accept the reality … More

Thinking in Black and White: Sometimes, You Can Have Your Cake and Eat it, Too

We often find ourselves thinking in all or nothing terms, meaning that, at times, we erroneously believe that things have … More

Why I Still Won’t Report – My Story of Sexual Assault and Why I Can’t Share It

The following post was written by Anonymous; I praise her for her courage. Sexual assault is a topic that has been increasingly … More

Meeting Bobby Kennedy

The following comprises a fictitious account of a meeting between Bobby Kennedy and me at The Ambassador Hotel, several hours before … More

In Defense of Shyness and Doubt

Self-esteem is a concept that I have my issues with, predominantly due to the fact that it’s externally dependent; but, … More

So, You Think You Can Dance?

Tonight, I learned how to dance! No, seriously. For the first time in my life, thanks to the recommendation from … More

How Can I Stop Feeling Worthless?: Learning How to Manage Your Self-Image

Beauty, status, intelligence, respect, and power: the aspects of life which we covet the most, but the aspects of life … More

My Therapist — The Bipolar Writer

Hi Everyone. I am continuing to share more guest blog post spots on The Bipolar Writer Blog. Today I share … More

Work, Work, Work – A Poem about Workoholism

All day, every day, I work, work, work On the train, at the office, at home in my bed Work, … More

Flying on the Wings of a Seagull – A Poem about Perfectionism

When I was a boy, I dreamt of becoming an eagle I wanted so desperately to soar into the sky … More