Hey there Guys. So let me ask a question, would you trust a fat doctor? A recent study published in the International Journal of Obesity has come back with the answer, no. Majority of people don't trust, doubt the credibility and are less likely to follow instructions offered by doctors perceived to be obese. From the other side of the table a study of doctors show that … [Read more...] about Would You Trust A Fat Doctor?
Mental Health
No More Mr Nice Guy
Hey there Guys. Today I wanted to share a great book I have just discovered, "No More Mr Nice Guy" by Robert Glover. Recommended by a therapist friend I have to say I am very impressed by this book. In "No More Mr Nice Guy" Dr Golver, a family therapist, explores the world of unhappy and unsatisfied men who have developed what he calls "nice guy syndrome". A fixed … [Read more...] about No More Mr Nice Guy
That’s So Gay: An Awesome Perspective.
Today a good mate shared this fantastic video talking about the use of the term "that's so gay". I have to say I freaking love listening to Ash Beckham. Her enthusiam and humor is amazing. That's So Gay? My absolute favorite quotes from this talk has to be these two: "You can legislate tolerance [but] you can't legislate acceptance." "Say what you mean and mean what … [Read more...] about That’s So Gay: An Awesome Perspective.
Episode Of Potential Police Violence At Mardi Gras Sydney
Video footage of police activity the night of Mardi Gras in Sydney has come to light. The following video appears to show a police officer using excessive force against a citizen at the 1:00 mark in the video. If you have been witness to this attack please contact the Police Integrity Commission NSW at http://www.pic.nsw.gov.au/ContactUs.aspx Complainants should … [Read more...] about Episode Of Potential Police Violence At Mardi Gras Sydney
Homophobia In Sport Industry Continues
In followup to my previous post on homophobia in sport, Ben Cohen has gone on to report that out football player Gareth Thomas was dropped by sponsor Reebok after he came out. As I mentioned in my previous post until gay men are able to feel safe in knowing that coming out is not going to jeopardise potential earnings it's highly unlikely we are going to tackle homophobia in … [Read more...] about Homophobia In Sport Industry Continues