by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Aug 3, 2026 | Grief, Logotherapy, Marriage, Parenting, Personal Growth
I saw a social media post recently, I think was in a therapist’s forum or page, that suggested a statistically significant amount of therapists are recommending to their clients to severe ties with family members they assess to be “toxic”. I’m...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jul 26, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health, Parenting, Relationships, Wellness
I’ve been thinking about these ideas a lot the past few weeks. I’ve been writing about them pretty intensely for an upcoming book. This weekend, I got to live them. Be warned – this is a bit of a long one, because it means a lot to me for a variety...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jul 19, 2026 | Affair Recovery, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth
People often arrive in therapy saying some version of: “Nothing is terribly wrong. I just don’t know what I’m doing anymore.” They assume the problem is motivation. Or gratitude. Or discipline. Sometimes they worry they are depressed, selfish, or failing at a life...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jul 12, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health, Spirituality, Wellness
I’ve always been a planner. I like calendars, schedules, itineraries, and knowing what’s coming next. There is something reassuring about having a plan and checking things off the list. It gives me a sense of direction and purpose. But the older I get, the...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jul 5, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health
Last week, I shared the story of a cycling accident that left me bruised, battered, and far more injured than I initially realized. If you’d like to read the full story (including the less-than-glamorous details), you can find it on my Substack. ...
