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What If Happiness Isn’t the Goal?

by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Apr 12, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health

Dr. Viktor Frankl taught me that, “success, like happiness, cannot be pursued; it must ensue, and it only does so as the unintended side-effect of one’s personal dedication to a cause greater than oneself or as the by-product of one’s surrend to a...

When the News Feels Heavy: Protecting Your Mental Health

by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Mar 30, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Mental Health, Personal Growth

Have you ever noticed how quickly a few minutes of checking the news can turn into feeling overwhelmed? You might start with the intention of “just catching up.” But a few headlines later, your mood has shifted. Your body feels tense. Your mind is racing. And...

The Mental Health Power of Small Wins

by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Mar 23, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health

Years ago, when I was an aspiring undergrad psychology student, my cousin bought me a VHS copy of Bill Murray’s “What About Bob” – yes, a VHS copy – for those of you who don’t know what that means, email me.  I’ve watched it...

Why Waiting for Motivation Keeps Us Stuck

by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Mar 15, 2026 | Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Wellness

I often forget, “Motivation” was actually an entire chapter in a few Psychology textbooks I had, years ago.  It is it’s own entire field of study.  It’s own science, in a way. It is NOT a magical fairy that will appear and shoot an “arrow...

The Hidden Fatigue of Decision Overload

by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Mar 8, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth

I am slightly embarrased to admit this… but, some mornings, I wake up and can’t decide what clothes to put on…  Even after a few, or maybe several, cups of coffee and some meditation.  And it’s not like i own that much clothing. And, to be...

Why the MBTI Can Be a Powerful Tool in Counseling

by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Mar 1, 2026 | Logotherapy, MBTI Certified, Meaning, Mental Health

As I have been working on (finally) bringing The Meaning Project Community to life, I’ve been taking a lot of deep dives into the history of my work – Viktor Frankl, Logotherapy, Ketamine & Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, and, of course, the Myers...
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