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 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 | Apr 19, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Meaning, Mental Health, Psychedelic Therapy
The ground shook this past Saturday morning – figuratively speaking. And then I started shaking – really. The adrenaline was just too much for my sleep deprived body to handle. I had just gotten back from a week-long trip to Costa Rica reviewing and...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Apr 5, 2026 | Depression, Grief, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth
I am seeing this an awful lot in my office lately. People feeling “lonely”, despite having a lot of friends, or perhaps even being married. When we think about loneliness, we often picture someone who is physically alone. Someone without relationships....
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jun 30, 2025 | Affair Recovery, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health, Work / Career
Guys. We need some help. In this conversation, Dr. Dan and Dr. Baruch B. Halebi discuss the significance of male peer groups, the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in male relationships, and the historical context of these gatherings. They explore the...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | May 26, 2025 | Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Meaning, Mental Health, Military Service, Parenting, Wellness
Happy Memorial Day. On this day of rest that often signifies the start of summer, be sure to take a moment to contemplate the meaning of the holiday. In this episode of the Meaning Project podcast, Dr. Daniel A. Franz and retired Chief Petty Officer Joseph Paul...
