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"Man Up" is Out: Learning the Language of Emotional Intelligence
Learning the language of EQ is not about becoming “soft” or losing your masculine edge. It’s about becoming more effective, more resilient, and more connected.
Kimberly Mahr
Oct 24


The Unspoken Rules of Male Friendship
It's time to stop settling for shallow connections and start intentionally building the kind of deep, supportive friendships that are essential for a good life. This is your guide to dismantling the old code and forging a true brotherhood of support.
Kimberly Mahr
Oct 7


So You Think You Know About Gender?
A Guide to Unlearning the Binary: A no-BS guide to gender and sexual diversity and how you can do the practical work of unlearning your biases.
Kimberly Mahr
Oct 5


The Comparison Trap
We are drowning in a sea of other people’s perceived successes, quietly eroding our happiness and sense of self-worth.
Breaking free from the Comparison Trap is not about disengaging from the world. It’s about a radical shift in focus. It's about learning to run your own race, on your own terms, with your own definition of the finish line. It’s about reclaiming your own damn life.
Kimberly Mahr
Oct 3


Why Setting Healthy Boundaries is Key to Better Relationships
Creating boundaries helps safeguard emotional and mental well-being, allowing connections to flourish without compromising personal integrity. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of healthy boundaries, how to define them, and their transformative impact on our relationships.
Kimberly Mahr
Sep 30


What She Really Wants
A Man's Guide: At some point in your relationship, you have looked at your partner and thought, “What do you want from me?”It’s one of the most frustrating and common experiences for men in long-term relationships. You feel like you’re doing everything you’re “supposed” to do. You work hard. You’re a good dad. You fix things around the house. You’re loyal. From your perspective, you’re holding up your end of the bargain. Yet, there’s still a disconnect...
Kimberly Mahr
Sep 28


I Don't Need Therapy; I Have Friends!
Relying on your friends for support is healthy. Using them as your primary, unpaid, and completely untrained mental health provider is not the best idea...
Kimberly Mahr
Sep 25


How to Interview Your Therapist
Finding the right therapist can be daunting. This is your guide to stop being a passive client and start being a discerning consumer who finds the right fit.
Kimberly Mahr
Sep 8


Therapy: Gym for Your Mind
Modern therapy is not a place for broken people. It’s a gym for the mind. It’s a training ground for individuals who are already functional, strong, and ambitious enough to seek a mental edge in every aspect of their lives.
Kimberly Mahr
Sep 1


Therapy "Doesn't Work?"
Therapy is not a "do-to" process; it is a "do-with" process. It's an active, collaborative, and strategic endeavor. If you’ve been treating it like a confession booth, it's no wonder you haven't seen results. It’s time to stop being a passive patient and start being an active, empowered client who gets their money’s worth.
Kimberly Mahr
Aug 18


The Man's Guide to a Mid-Life Remix*
Welcome to mid-life. You’ve probably heard it called a "crisis." What you're experiencing isn't a breakdown; it's a breakthrough. It’s an invitation. Your life isn’t imploding; it's calling for a remix. It's time to step into the role of producer, take the raw tracks of your life—the experience, the wisdom, the scars—and create a powerful new version of your anthem.
Kimberly Mahr
Aug 7


More Than Just a "Honey-Do" List
The "honey-do list:" Why is this considered normal? Why is the default setting in so many households that one person (usually the woman) is the Project Manager of the entire home, and the other (usually the man) is a part-time, often reluctant, employee who needs a written work order to get anything done?
Kimberly Mahr
Jul 19


We Need to Talk About Motivation: The Truth Behind the Lie
Motivation is not the cause of action. Motivation is the effect of action. It is the reward, not the prerequisite. Waiting for motivation to strike before you start working is like waiting for the ocean to part before you learn to swim. It’s a losing strategy, and it’s the primary reason you feel stuck. his is your no-BS guide to overriding your feelings and becoming the kind of person who gets things done, especially when you don't feel like it.
Kimberly Mahr
Jul 12


Beyond the Sidelines: A Father's Guide to Active, Engaged Parenting
This is your guide to getting off the sidelines and becoming an active, engaged dad. This isn't about "helping out" more around the house—that phrase implies the primary responsibility isn't yours. This is about stepping into your full role as an equal partner in the most important job you will ever have. It's about understanding that your active engagement is not just a gift to your children and your partner; it is a fundamental component of your own fulfillment as a man.
Kimberly Mahr
Jul 2


Career Scrambling: the Gen Z Version of the Career Ladder
For Gen Z, career anxiety isn't just stress; it's a constant, low-grade hum of inadequacy. You were handed a map for a world that no longer exists—the world of the "Career Ladder." And in its place is the reality of your lives: a chaotic, rocky, unpredictable mountainside you are forced to scramble up, over, and over again.
Kimberly Mahr
Jun 28


The Importance of Setting Personal Boundaries
Setting personal boundaries is crucial for maintaining your well-being and building healthy relationships. It allows individuals to create a sense of safety, respect, and autonomy in both personal and professional areas of their lives. When you understand what boundaries are and how to apply them, you pave the way for a more fulfilling life.
Kimberly Mahr
Jun 20


Cultivating Gratitude for a Happier, Healthier Life
In this blog post, we will explore various facets of cultivating gratitude and practical strategies to incorporate it into our daily lives.
Kimberly Mahr
Jun 10


People-Pleasing: When Saying "Yes" Means Saying "No" to Yourself
People-pleasing a pattern of behavior where we prioritize others' needs & desires above our own, often at the expense of our own well-being.
Kimberly Mahr
May 17


The Lingering Wound: Understanding and Healing from Betrayal Trauma
Betrayal, a violation of trust so profound it shatters our sense of safety and connection, can leave deep emotional scars.
Kimberly Mahr
May 9


Negative Self-Talk: The Silent Saboteur
We all have an inner voice – a constant stream of thoughts and commentary. For many of us, this inner voice can be harsh...
Kimberly Mahr
Feb 11
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