Mental Space Topos Five

Overwhelming research points to conditioned differences, and expectations placed on men that mean, that men are less likely to seek therapy, and MORE likely to fall into unhealthy patterns and coping mechanisms. 

Today, I bring to you conversations with two of my  male colleagues, who talk about their own journey into this field, and what they have learned, particularly, about men's mental health in the process. 

Mark Kuusela, tells how Metacognitive therapy helped him consolidate his own mental health knowledge, and overcome depression and stress. 

Per Hansen points to the importance of looking after ourselves by talking and taking control of our own mental health rather than ruminating or hiding behind the façade of anger. 

Tune in to listen to our conversations about how therapy can help people, also men, be more in control of their mental health such that it has a positive spill over into other parts of their life too. 



You can reach Mental Space on the following Links:

Web: greendooraps.wixsite.com/mentalspace

Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentalspacedk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/mental.space.dk/



You can reach Tremella Community on tremellaradio.dk or tremellaradio.eu



You can reach Meghna on the following links:

Web: www.green-door.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TherapyIsForEveryone

Instagram: www.instagram.com/its.psycho.logical



You can reach Mark Kuusela on the following links:

Web: https://markkuusela.dk/



You can reach Per Hansen on the following links:

Web: https://markkuusela.dk/



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Mental Space new episode that presents ACT which means Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Maria Kaczorowska, a psychologist, CBT psychotherapist, and ACT believer tells her perspective and personal experience with this way of working with her own issues and with her clients. She is explaining six key processes in ACT: acceptance, attention to the present moment, self-awareness (self-as-context), values, committed action and defusion.

You can find more about Maria's work on her website https://mariakaczorowska.com and https://www.facebook.com/czarnymmazakiem. For more information about ACT find books by Kelly Wilson and Steven Hayes for self-work or more explanation of the ACT approach to change and flexible life.

What does it mean to be a man in a modern society? How a man's relationship with his father influence his identification as a man? How do men relate to women and why? How do they relate to their gender and what are the challenges a man faces? We will answer some of this question in this episode.
We will introduce Michael Munck Jeppesen.
He is educated as a body oriented psychotherapist, sexologist, 
enneagram facilitator, shock and trauma therapist and an inner child therapist.
In the moment, Michael is leading mens group for young men between the age from
 18-35 years old. To resource them and to bring consciousness and healing to the hurt
and the wounding from their childhood.
Furthermore he is working with his clients close to the center in Copenhagen.
He works in Danish and English.His work is inspired by the trainings he had which includes bioenergetics, bodynamic, 
inner child work and essence work etc.
Michael has a zest for life, thirst for the truth and he is dedicated to the embodiment of his being.
His teaching style is a mixture of presence, passion, intuition and compassion with touch of humour.

Learn more about Michael and his work:
Web: http://www.mandegrupperforunge.dk/




You can reach Mental Space on the following Links: Web: greendooraps.wixsite.com/mentalspace; Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentalspacedk You can reach Tremella Community on tremellaradio.dk or tremellaradio.eu

Observing war in Ukraine can trigger many feelings and reactions, that might not be pleasant or easy. It can impact our life and bring more anxiety, fear, guilt, anger, thoughts full of worries and insecurity, difficulties in concentration, sleep and/or any somatic symptoms. It is so important to take care of ourselves, our energy, resources, connections, and inner peace that is a crucial part of our mental health.

Many of us are in the mobilization mood and need to do something. Find below a few ideas:

- take care of ourselves and promote peace in you and around you

- find your own vagus nerve stimulation practices and exercises

- donate money or time in volunteering work for humanitarian NGOs

- support the Ukrainian organizations in your country and individuals who are hosting refugees

- show solidarity

- learn the basics of the Ukrainian language

- visit your municipality website and see how can you get involved there

For more information see https://en.kriseinformation.dk/

Books for teens, that can support understanding the migration and impact of war:

"The boy at the back of class" Onjali Rauf

"Nowhere boy" Katherine Marsh

"On the run" Pimm van Hest

"The boy, the girl and the wall" Ulf Stark



Picture: https://pixabay.com/photos/demonstration-protest-flag-crisis-7035471/

Adolescence is a unique and formative time. Protective and supportive environments in the family, at school and in the wider community are important for developing social and emotional habits important for mental well-being.

In Denmark, there are a number of ways that support can be found for ensuring good mental health for the youth in our communities. On the podcast today, our mental health expert Meghna Sckerl talks with Psychologist Pernille Ertner who has specialised in helping young adults thrive in their everyday life. We find out more about Pernille's work of over 20 years and also tips on accessing and navigating the system in Denmark.

Hope you enjoy the show and support us with a like, follow or comment.

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You can reach Pernille Ertner on the following links:

Web: https://pernilleertner.dk/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pernilleertnercom/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/pernilleertner/

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See below some of the links we talked about during the podcast:

Headspace.dk  - Voluntary organisation that offers someone to talk to for young people between the age of 12 and 25 years

(this is a different organisation from Headspace.com)

Ventilen: National voluntary organisation tackling loneliness among the young. https://ventilen.dk/



Specialist Associations (In Danish 'Foreninger')

ADHD Forening: adhd.dk

Autism Spectrum: www.autismeforening.dk

OCD: ocd-foreningen.dk

Look for qualified Psychologists and Psychiatrists on Sundhed.dk (Ydre number means that the specialist takes references from the doctor and payment is made by the state.) 

Look for qualified Psychotherapists on psykoterapeutforeningen.dk/find-terapeut/

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You can reach Mental Space on the following Links:

Web: greendooraps.wixsite.com/mentalspace

Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentalspacedk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/mental.space.dk/

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You can reach Tremella Community on tremellaradio.dk or tremellaradio.eu

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You can reach Meghna Sckerl on the following links:

Web: www.green-door.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TherapyIsForEveryone

Instagram: www.instagram.com/its.psycho.logical

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Photo by Devin Avery on Unsplash

Mental Space podcast about Positive Discipline method

In this episode, you will have a chance to get to know what the Positive Discipline (PD) method is, do an exercise and get a lot of inspiration. Joanna Stawska, Parenting Coach & Positive Discipline Educator tells about PD as a way to teach young people to become responsible, respectful and resourceful members of our communities. PD teaches important social and life skills in a very respectful and encouraging way for both children and adults.

Learn more about Joanna's work on her website and facebook. 

Here's also a gift from Joanna - you can download a free ebook with top 10 PD tools for parents who want to find more peace & joy in their parenting.