Articles by John D. Moore

About John D. Moore

John D. Moore, PhD, is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Guy Counseling. A counselor and educator, he writes about men's mental health, relationships, personal growth, grooming, fitness, and practical life skills.

E17: 5 Ways To Stop Attracting Toxic People To Your Love Life

John D. Moore

Tired of attracting toxic romantic partners? Do you have a pattern of dating the same types of people? Historically, have the people you’ve attracted been toxic, codependent, or narcissists? If the answer is yes, you […]

E15: 7 Assertiveness Skills + Do I Have a Drinking Problem?

John D. Moore

How to grow your assertiveness skills Hoping to increase your assertiveness skills? Are you the type of person who struggles to share what you think and feel? Tired of being thought of as the “shy […]

E14: Trauma Disorders – PTSD, Men and Ridding Shame

John D. Moore

Men with PTSD – A Closer Look Are you a man with PTSD? Do you think you’ve suffered some type of trauma? Wondering what you can do about it? If the answer is yes, you […]

10 Signs You Have People Pleasing Syndrome (Podcast)

John D. Moore

Are you a people pleaser? Do you have hard a time saying no to others? Does it feel like people use you for your gifts and abilities? Is it a struggle to put yourself first […]

10 Things Depression REALLY Hates That You Do! (Podcast)

John D. Moore

10 Things Depression Truly Hates Do you struggle with depression? Hunting for ways to help you work through and feel better? If the answer is yes, you aren’t alone. While the numbers are somewhat scattered, […]

What’s Your Love Style Plus Serious Penis Shame In Men (Podcast)

John D. Moore

Love styles in romantic relationships What type of lover are you? Do you instantly attach to another you are romantically interested in? When you meet someone, is it the physical attraction that sucks you in? […]

Can Taking Ecstasy (Molly) Help Eliminate PTSD?

John D. Moore

Trending News: MDMA may help sufferers with PTSD Do you struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? If so, you aren’t alone. While the numbers are somewhat scattered, some estimates suggest over twenty million Americans live […]

8 Powerful Ways Men Can Increase Self-Esteem (Podcast)

John D. Moore

Self-Esteem Hacks for Men Struggling with low-self-esteem? Trying to create a healthier self-concept but not sure what to do? Looking for practical insight? If the answer is yes, you wouldn’t be alone. Confidence issue are […]

E6: 7 Ways To Deal With Imposter Syndrome Podcast

John D. Moore

Imposter Syndrome: When you feel like a fraud Do you ever feel like a complete fake? Ever experience the sensation that someone will expose you as a fraud? Have there been times at work where […]

5 Ways To Get Past Gym Fears Because of Body Image Issues

John D. Moore

Do you feel intimated by other guys at the gym? If you struggle with body image issues, you already know that getting yourself to the gym can create much anxiety. This is particularly true if […]