Gay Men and the Need for Attention: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Narcissism

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Chris Nowinski - Protecting Athletes from Head Injuries & Preventing CTE 27:28

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Chris Nowinski is a former football player at Harvard University and professional wrestler with WWE, World Wrestling Entertainment. After enduring a career-ending head injury, Chris has dedicated his professional life to serving patients and families affected by brain trauma, particularly Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that develops after repeated head injuries. Jay and Chris discuss the state of head injuries in American athletics, the difference between advocating for head safety at youth and professional levels, Chris’ newest research, and much more. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:50) changes in the culture around concussions in the past two decades (02:39) padded helmet technology (03:55) concussion reporting in the NFL (10:35) Chris’ career path and concussion history (14:52) connecting with activists who haven’t themselves suffered a traumatic brain injury (17:42) SHAAKE - a new sign to identify concussions (20:53) Unions can help players advocate for safety policies (23:10) final thoughts and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…

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Ken discusses gay men and the need for attention; healthy vs. unhealthy narcissism; inclusion and exclusion from gay groups; and practical tips for meeting guys in gay social settings.

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Gay Men and the Need for Attention: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Narcissism

Gay Therapy LA with Ken Howard, LCSW, CST

published about a year ago

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Ken discusses gay men and the need for attention; healthy vs. unhealthy narcissism; inclusion and exclusion from gay groups; and practical tips for meeting guys in gay social settings.

169 episod

#Fitness #Mental Health #Sexuality #CST #Ken Howard #LCSW #Gaymen #Advice #Gay #Gaycareers #Gaylifecoach #Gayrelationships #Gaytherapist #Mentalhealth #Therapyforgaymen #Ken Howard LCSW CST #LGBT

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Legal Essentials for Gay Men: Protecting Your Future 56:00

9 days ago56:00

56:00

Too many gay men delay vital legal planning—until it’s too late. In this episode, Ken covers key protections like wills, medical directives, and financial security to safeguard your relationship from a psychotherapist's perspective. Learn how to take charge now for a secure and empowered future!

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When You Know You're Ugly: A Guide for Gay Men Coping with Physical Unattractiveness 24:20

23 days ago24:20

24:20

In a society where "pretty privilege" often dictates social dynamics, many gay men confront the challenge of not fitting conventional beauty standards. In this frank episode, Ken delves into embracing one's identity beyond physical appearance, highlighting the power of charm, confidence, and kindness. Listen in to discover strategies for building emotional resilience and redefining self-worth in a gay world that often prioritizes looks.…

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Gay Men and Therapy Support for a Legal Case 34:11

about a year ago34:11

34:11

Ken discusses the often-overlooked role of therapy in supporting gay men through legal battles. From workplace discrimination to hate crimes, gay men can face legal challenges that demand both legal representation and emotional resilience. Therapy can prepare clients for high-stress situations like depositions and cross-examinations, build psychological stamina for long-term legal fights, and strengthen self-worth in the face of systemic bias. Therapy can be a crucial ally in your fight for fairness, empowerment, and self-advocacy.…

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Interview of Host Ken Howard, LCSW, CST on the History of Gay Men's Therapy and His Career 51:43

about a year ago51:43

51:43

GayTherapyLA Podcast producer, Austen Weinhart, interviews host Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, on the history of Gay Men's Therapy and his own career path over 30 years as a gay men's specialist therapist, coach, sex therapist, author, and activisit.

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Gay Executive Coaching and The Dark Side of Ambition: Navigating Toxic Competition in the Workplace 41:35

about a year ago41:35

41:35

This episode discusses the unique challenges gay men face in competitive professional environments. It explores how toxic competition, workplace biases, and generational tensions can undermine professional growth and mental health, and how executive coaching can foster resilience, authenticity, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills.…

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Gay Men and the Lessons Learned from 'Wicked' 44:38

about a year ago44:38

44:38

Gay men's specialist therapist and life coach Ken Howard, LCSW, CST discusses the new musical movie, "Wicked," and the lessons gay men can learn from its themes, characters, and songs.

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Therapy, Coaching, Psychiatry, and Medicine - Let's Stop the Misinformation, Shall We? 51:47

about a year ago51:47

51:47

Ken exposes the myths around therapy, life coaching, psychiaty, and medicine, and how to understand and access these services.

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Gay Men and Trump 2.0 - Coping with Anxiety 28:40

about a year ago28:40

28:40

Ken gives tips on how to cope with anxiety over the re-election of Trump and its implications for LGBT+ and gay rights, discussed in an historical context of the re-election of George W. Bush in 2004, and how to critically examine sources of anxiety.

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Gay Men as Caregivers for Aging Parents 19:43

about a year ago19:43

19:43

Ken gives tips when gay men act as caregivers for aging parents, discussing navigating family history, conflicts, work/life balance, emotional ambivalence, cultural issues, and how therapy or coaching can help you get through it.

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Special Bonus Episode: In Defense of Hate: Understanding the Modern American Conservative 18:59

about a year ago18:59

18:59

In this re-reading of his November 2, 2016 blog article, Ken revisits an analysis of the Modern American Conservative, Republican/Trump Supporters, on the eve of the 2024 election, and how the 2016 warning is a lesson for today.

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Gay Men and the Need for Attention: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Narcissism 34:00

about a year ago34:00

34:00

Ken discusses gay men and the need for attention; healthy vs. unhealthy narcissism; inclusion and exclusion from gay groups; and practical tips for meeting guys in gay social settings.

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Managing Symptoms in Gay Men’s Mental Health: A Path to Empowerment 39:24

about a year ago39:24

39:24

Ken teaches about the TFID (Type, Frequency, Intensity, Duration) model for managing mental health challenges for gay men such as depression, anxiety, and others, with practical exercises to bring symptom relief.

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Netflix’s “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” – Gay Psychotherapist on Healing for Gay Male Survivors of Sexual Trauma 50:37

about a year ago50:37

50:37

Ken discusses Netflix's "Monster: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" and its themes of notoriety, abuse, and healing, and applies these in the context of gay male adult sexual trauma and abuse survivors.

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Gay Men Open Relationship Ground Rules: Who What When Where Why 21:04

about a year ago21:04

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Ken provides education on how gay male relationships (couples or polycules) can establish ground rules agreements for Consensual Non-Monogamy using the Who What When Where Why structure.

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Support for Gay Men Leaving Religion: Reclaiming Your Identity with Secular Alternatives 34:25

about a year ago34:25

34:25

Ken teaches about supporting gay men leaving religion and reclaiming their identity with secular alternatives, free of religious abuse and embracing secular solace or an affirmative tradition that works for them.

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