MENtal Strength

Insights for men about self-mastery, well-being and thriving relationships

These articles are intended to help men navigate the challenges of modern life, be their best, and build the relationships they want to have.

Michael Giles Michael Giles

The stress of part-time military service

There’s no denying the stresses that reservists and National Guardsmen experience as they navigate life with one foot in the military and one in the civilian world.

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Michael Giles Michael Giles

How the Reactive Men’s Movement hurts men

When it comes to happiness, fulfillment or even genuine empowerment in relationships, the ideas and techniques of this Reactive Men’s Movement (RMM) ultimately backfire. Any responsible mental health professional can tell you why this is true, and many can help a man to find a better solution.

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Michael Giles Michael Giles

Finding wellness when the world is falling apart

My main goal of writing this is to communicate that what you feel is normal for a normal person to feel during weird times. Any grief is valid. Much of what we used to depend on and enjoy has vanished.

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