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How do you cope with mental health issues? Do you cope in positive ways such as getting out in nature? Or do you cope negatively with isolation? There are many ways to cope with mental health both positive and negative and we’ve here to cover both sides. And please remember. This show is a safe haven, we are here to help. You Are Not Alone. Please like, share, and subscribe!   Resources: Headsupguys Men's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention | HeadsUpGuys Mantherapy Man Therapy® | The Manliest Tool for Men's Mental Health Movember Movember - Changing the face of men's health. - Movember NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Our Email [email protected]

Sparks Bits returns with a very special guest, Kealyanna, to talk about the amazing non profit; Unbound Now! We're discussing one of the heaviest and most important stories of our time; human trafficking. This amazing organization is working towards stopping it in all forms and providing support for survivors at all levels. Check out the link for more information. And if you can donate, please check out that link. Every dollar helps! https://unboundnow.org/ https://give.unboundnow.org/gi...

Ever wonder what the process of getting a therapist is like? What education do they need? How do they feel about different treatments? And what if you don’t vibe with them? Today we are joined by Marcus, a therapist in our hometown to share some of how his profession works and ways you can have a better experience with your therapist.  And please remember. This show is a safe haven, we are here to help. You Are Not Alone. Please like, share, and subscribe!   Resources: Headsupguys Men's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention | HeadsUpGuys Mantherapy Man Therapy® | The Manliest Tool for Men's Mental Health Movember Movember - Changing the face of men's health. - Movember NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Our Email [email protected]

Abuse is men. It’s a staggering statistic that through our research we have to wonder, how much goes unreported. In all its forms, abuse plagues men, and we are here to shine a light on this darkness. And please remember. This show is a safe haven, we are here to help. You Are Not Alone. Please like, share, and subscribe!   Resources: Headsupguys Men's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention | HeadsUpGuys Mantherapy Man Therapy® | The Manliest Tool for Men's Mental Health Movember Movember - Changing the face of men's health. - Movember NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Our Email [email protected]

Let’s talk about stress! In today’s episode, we are talking about the causes, effects, and even some relief from stress. There is help. And please remember. This show is a safe haven, we are here to help. You Are Not Alone. Please like, share, and subscribe!   Resources: Headsupguys Men's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention | HeadsUpGuys Mantherapy Man Therapy® | The Manliest Tool for Men's Mental Health Movember Movember - Changing the face of men's health. - Movember NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Our Email [email protected]

Addiction. It is a powerful vice that afflicts men more than women. It is a force that destroys lives, not just of the addict, but those around him. We are joined by very special guest Bob to share stories of addiction and ways that people can overcome them. There is help. And please remember. This show is a safe haven, we are here to help. You Are Not Alone. Please like, share, and subscribe!   Resources: Headsupguys Men's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention | HeadsUpGuys Mantherapy Man Therapy® | The Manliest Tool for Men's Mental Health Movember Movember - Changing the face of men's health. - Movember NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Our Email [email protected]

When all hope is lost, one option rears it’s ugly head as the only solution: Suicide. The permanent solution to a temporary problem. Men account for around 80% of the suicides in the U.S, but it doesn’t have to be that way. We share our experiences with friends who made attempts as well as our own personal attempts. There is help. And please remember. This show is a safe haven, we are here to help. You Are Not Alone. Please like, share, and subscribe!   Resources: Headsupguys Men's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention | HeadsUpGuys Mantherapy Man Therapy® | The Manliest Tool for Men's Mental Health Movember Movember - Changing the face of men's health. - Movember NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Our Email [email protected]

Anxiety. What comes to mind when you think about that word? A stress response? Persistent worry? An affliction that only affects children and women? The answers are surprising as many men also suffer from one of anxiety’s many forms. We cover the different forms of anxiety as well as some treatment options. And please remember. This show is a safe haven, we are here to help. You Are Not Alone. Please like, share, and subscribe!   Resources: Headsupguys Men's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention | HeadsUpGuys Mantherapy Man Therapy® | The Manliest Tool for Men's Mental Health Movember Movember - Changing the face of men's health. - Movember NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Anxiety Home - Anxiety Disorders and universal Health Care - Anxiety Disorders and universal Health Care Our Email [email protected]

Depression. It’s is an epidemic in our world. Men suffer from depression at higher rates than women, yet they refuse to seek help. One part societal pressures, one part not knowing where to go for help, it is a barrier to be broken down. Dennis is joined by his wife Lisa in this episode to provide a woman’s take on how to identify depression symptoms as we cover various aspects of depression. And please remember. This show is a safe haven, we are here to help. You Are Not Alone. Please like, share, and subscribe!   Resources: Headsupguys https://headsupguys.org/ Mantherapy https://mantherapy.org/ Movember https://us.movember.com/ NAMI https://www.nami.org/ Email us at [email protected]

This is where we start to make a difference, with episode 1 and Transparency. Dave and Dennis are here to inform and help men struggling with mental health issues ranging from anger or depression, to substance abuse or self harm. It is ok to not be ok and we are here for you. But to gain the trust of our listeners, there must be transparency. To that end, we have shared in this episode some of our own battles with mental health issues. This show is a safe haven, we are here to help. You Are Not Alone. Please like, share, and subscribe!     Resources: Headsupguys Men's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention | HeadsUpGuys Mantherapy Man Therapy® | The Manliest Tool for Men's Mental Health Movember Movember - Changing the face of men's health. - Movember NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Email us at [email protected]

Adam Mayberry joins us to talk about the possible future consolidation of our regional fire services. We cover what it could mean for service quality as well as cost. And since Adam is running for Sparks City Council, we talk about his campaign and what he hopes to achieve. If you would like to find out more info, check the link below or call or text the number below as well. Adam Mayberry for Sparks City Council Ward 4 1-775-843-1957

Sparks is home to many things. and we are fortunate that amonst them is a plethora of fantastic restaurants! We are joined by councilman Donald Abbott to discuss a few hidden gems and even get a little Sparks history too.

We have another wholesome episode for you with the history of Peanuts! WE dive into the history of the strip, talk about the specials, and even get into the art style unique to the comic.

It's another game related episode as we talk Magic the Gathering. In a twist though, it's the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set!

It's another Avatar episode, but this time we played the ttrpg! We have FOUR guests joining us in the adventure as we completely throw out the starter campaign and replace it with our own. What sort of craziness have we unleashed?!