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Why the End of Summer Feels Heavier Than You Expect (and What to Do About It)
Stress & Emotional Regulation Brittany Shannon Stress & Emotional Regulation Brittany Shannon

Why the End of Summer Feels Heavier Than You Expect (and What to Do About It)

The end of summer often brings more than changing routines—it can stir up stress, self-criticism, and restlessness, especially for men with trauma. If you’re feeling like you didn’t do enough or can’t keep up, you’re not alone. Learn practical coping strategies and how trauma therapy helps men navigate seasonal transitions with more stability.

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Empty Nest, Full Weight: Why This Transition Hits Men with Trauma Harder
Life Transitions & Habits Brittany Shannon Life Transitions & Habits Brittany Shannon

Empty Nest, Full Weight: Why This Transition Hits Men with Trauma Harder

When kids leave home, men with trauma often feel the weight harder—loneliness, regret, and identity loss can all surface. But the empty nest doesn’t have to mean emptiness. Learn how trauma therapy for men offers structure, emotional support, and practical tools to handle life transitions with purpose instead of avoidance.

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Summer Check-In: Should You Consider Trauma Therapy?
Trauma Therapy Brittany Shannon Trauma Therapy Brittany Shannon

Summer Check-In: Should You Consider Trauma Therapy?

Summer often highlights how trauma affects men—more downtime, family pressures, and social expectations can bring symptoms to the surface. If irritability, disconnection, or avoidance are taking over, structured trauma therapy may be the step you need. Learn how evidence-based therapy for men helps you take back control instead of letting trauma run the show.

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Unseen and Unheard: How The Patriarchy Silences Men
Guilt & Shame Brittany Shannon Guilt & Shame Brittany Shannon

Unseen and Unheard: How The Patriarchy Silences Men

Men experience sexual trauma more often than most people realize—and the patriarchy makes it nearly impossible for them to talk about it. In this post, we explore how rigid gender norms, toxic masculinity, and even some distorted interpretations of feminism contribute to the silence around male trauma. We also cover how this silence affects men’s mental health and what we can do to change the narrative.

If you’re looking to better understand the intersection of patriarchy, trauma, and healing for men, this one’s for you.

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