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. ...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jun 28, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health
“I can do hard things.” It’s a phrase that has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. For many people, it has served as a reminder that they are stronger than they realize. It encourages resilience, perseverance, and the...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jun 8, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Management, Meaning, Personal Growth, Psychedelic Therapy
Last week, I got to ask my good friend, best-selling author, attorney, and life-coach, Mike Martone this important question: “What is the answer to our modern mental health crisis?” For HIS answer, you will have to check out The Meaning Project Podcast...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | May 24, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health
Memorial Day invites us into a different kind of pause. Not simply a long weekend. Not merely the unofficial start of summer. But a moment of remembrance — honoring those who gave their lives in service to something larger than themselves. From the perspective of...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | May 17, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Personal Growth, Psychedelic Therapy, Spirituality
A few weeks ago, I was on The Vitality Journey podcast with Dave Rodriquez. We discussed (from the episode description) “The opposite of depression is not happiness. According to psychologist Dr. Dan Franz, it is connection. In this segment from The Vitality...
