Liam Patterson | Digital Writer
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Liam Patterson | Digital Writer
@pattersonl.bsky.social
Converting 30+ years of anxiety & depression experience into honest, actionable insights. No toxic positivity—just what works.

Bi-weekly essays on mental health, masculinity & emotional resilience 🧠

Visit my Medium page: medium.com/@liam.patterson
🧠 Struggling to give or receive feedback without hitting a wall of defensiveness? You’re not alone.

Learn how to break through those barriers, build trust, & turn tough conversations into growth opportunities. 💬👇

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#Psychology #Feedback #PersonalGrowth
Dealing with Defensiveness: How to Offer Constructive Feedback That People Will Actually Listen To
Discover how to handle defensive behaviour and give feedback that truly resonates.
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February 5, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Why are smart men turning away from intellectualism? 🧠🤔

In my latest article, I explore the mental health toll of checking out from deep thinking, and why it’s happening more often than you’d think. 👀

Curious? Let’s dive in!👇

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#MensMentalHealth
Why Men Are Losing Interest in Intellectualism — And Why It Matters for Mental Health
Explore why today’s men are abandoning intellectualism — and the toll it’s taking on their mental health.
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January 28, 2025 at 7:18 PM
🚨 Why do some men crave control? 🚨

Behind the power struggle lies hidden insecurity—and the path to real emotional growth. 💡

Let’s explore how vulnerability is the key to true strength 💪

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#MensMentalHealth #EmotionalGrowth #SelfAwareness
The Control Trap: How Men Use Power to Mask Emotional Weakness — And How to Break Free
Uncover the hidden forces driving control in men and the path to real emotional freedom.
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January 23, 2025 at 8:34 PM
👥 Do men have to choose between being effective and empathetic?

In my new article, I explore how you can find balance and improve both mindset & relationships.

Read now! 👇

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#MensMentalHealth #SelfImprovement #EmotionalIntelligence #WorkLifeBalance
Why Men Struggle Between Being Effective and Empathetic – and What to Do About It
Discover how men can navigate the challenge of balancing success with emotional depth.
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January 20, 2025 at 5:28 PM
What happens when everything you’ve built crumbles? 🌍 In my new article, I share how moving abroad shattered my ego—and how I rebuilt from the ground up. 🚀 Get ready for personal growth and the art of letting go. 👀

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#PersonalGrowth #MensMentalHealth
Why Moving Abroad Forces You to Let Go of Your Ego — and How to Do It
Learn how moving abroad can transform your ego and reshape your path to personal growth.
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January 16, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Feeling overwhelmed by constant news, opinions & distractions? 🧠

You’re not alone. Info overload is hurting men’s mental health—but there’s a way out.

Read on for actionable tips to cut through the noise & take back control. 📱✨

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#MensMentalHealth #DigitalWellness
How Information Overload Is Hurting Men’s Mental Health — and How to Fix It
Learn how reducing daily noise can clear your mind and protect your mental health.
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January 13, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Feeling overwhelmed by constant news, opinions & distractions? 🧠

You're not alone. Info overload is hurting men’s mental health—but there’s a way out. 🔑

Stay tuned for actionable tips to cut through the noise & take back control. 📱✨

#MensMentalHealth #Mindfulness #DigitalWellness #Focus
January 13, 2025 at 1:00 AM
🚨 New article! 🚨

Why do people avoid responsibility? 🤔
Explore the psychology of blame, its impact on mental health, and how to break the cycle.
✨ Ready to take control? Read now!

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#Psychology #Blame #MentalHealth #Accountability #PersonalGrowth
From Blame to Accountability: The Psychology of Why We Avoid Taking Responsibility
Discover the real reasons people avoid accountability and how blame takes control.
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January 9, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Ever wonder why some people always avoid responsibility? 🤔

Dive into the psychology of blame-shifting & discover how self-awareness can transform relationships and personal growth. Stay tuned for the full article! 👀

#Psychology #Accountability #BlameShifting #PersonalGrowth
January 8, 2025 at 6:02 PM
🚨 NEW ARTICLE! 🚨

Is hyper-individualism tearing male friendships apart? 🤔

Explore the emotional toll of the “lone wolf” myth and why it’s leaving men lonelier than ever 🐺

Full story here 👉 bit.ly/3W8uZNr

#Masculinity #MaleFriendships #MentalHealth #Loneliness
The ‘Lone Wolf’ Myth: How Hyper-Individualism Is Destroying Male Friendships
Why relying only on yourself is quietly hurting your friendships and leaving you feeling alone.
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January 6, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Why are men feeling more isolated?

🐺 My next article reveals how the 'lone wolf' mentality and hyper-individualism are tearing male friendships apart. Discover the emotional cost of self-reliance—coming soon!

Follow for updates.

#LoneWolf #Masculinty #MentalHealth
January 6, 2025 at 1:00 AM
💥 Progressive policies might be fuelling the very rise of populism they aim to stop. Are left-wing movements unknowingly paving the way for their opposition?

Find out how in my latest article. You won’t want to miss this! 👀👇

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#Politics #Populism
The Left is to Blame for the Rise of Right-Wing Populism
How left-wing policies might be driving the very rise of populism they supposedly aim to stop.
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December 23, 2024 at 5:07 PM
🚨 NEW ARTICLE DROPS IN 1HR 🚨

Discover how the rise of Right-Wing populism is the fault of the Left.

#Politics #LeftVsRight #Populism #NewArticle
December 23, 2024 at 4:06 PM
🎓 Are degrees still worth it? The OECD finds many grads are over-educated but underemployed—reflecting what we explored in Degrees Without Direction. Can we close the gap between education and employment? Find out more!

👉 Read: bit.ly/4iNxIFE

#SkillsGap #HigherEducation #OECD #FutureOfWork
December 23, 2024 at 1:27 PM
💥 New article tomorrow! 💥

Is the Left fuelling the rise of Right-wing populism? In my latest piece, I’ll explore how progressive policies might be paving the way for their opposition—and what we can do about it. 🌍

Stay tuned, this one’s bound to stir debate! 👀

#Politics #Populism
December 23, 2024 at 2:00 AM
🚨 NEW ARTICLE ALERT! 🚨

Why are so many men drawn to flawed, troubled anti-heroes like Tyler Durden? 🤔

Find out what this 'Literally Me' Bro obsession reveals about masculinity today. 👀

READ MORE 👇

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#Masculinity #Psychology
Inside the Mind of the ‘Literally Me’ Bro: What Anti-Hero Worship Says About Modern Masculinity
Uncover the deeper reasons why a new generation of men seeks meaning in flawed characters.
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December 19, 2024 at 5:22 PM
🚨 Ever wonder why so many guys are obsessed with flawed, dark characters?

In my upcoming article, I dive deep into the psychology behind the 'Literally Me-Bro' and what it reveals about modern masculinity. Prepare for some hard truths and surprising insights! 💭👀

#Masculinity #Psychology
December 19, 2024 at 2:00 AM
🚨 New article alert! 🚨

Ever wondered how daydreaming, impulsiveness, or self-sabotage can boost success? 💥

I break down how to turn these "bad" habits into strengths. Ready to flip the script?👇

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#PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #Mindset #Creativity
Turn Your Unwanted Habits into Superpowers: Daydreaming, Impulsiveness, and Self-Sabotage
See how daydreaming, impulsiveness, and self-sabotage can fuel creativity and success.
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December 16, 2024 at 5:17 PM
💡 Ever feel like daydreaming, impulsiveness or self-sabotage hold you back? What if they could be strengths? 💥

In tomorrow's article, I’ll reveal how these habits can actually fuel creativity and success.

Stay tuned! 👀

#SelfImprovement #Mindset #Creativity #Productivity
December 16, 2024 at 1:00 AM
In a world where reality is shaped by tweets, young Charlie Bucket gets the chance of a lifetime: a visit to Elon Musk’s Gaslighting Factory… but is everything as it seems? 🎟️🚀 #StoryThread
December 13, 2024 at 2:00 AM
Why do bleak stories captivate us? 💔 From Unforgiven to tragic novels, dark endings reveal deeper truths about human nature and our emotional needs.

Find out why👇

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#FilmAnalysis #Storytelling #TragicEndings #Psychology #DarkFiction
Dark Stories, Bleak Endings: What Our Attraction to Tragedy in Film and Books Says About Us
Explore the powerful allure of dark endings and the truths they unveil about human nature.
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December 12, 2024 at 5:35 PM
Why are we drawn to stories that leave us feeling haunted? My latest article explores why some of us are captivated by bleak endings—and what these stories reveal about the human condition. Stay tuned… New article TOMORROW!🖤📚

#FilmAndLiterature #BleakEndings #Psychology #DarkThemes #Storytelling
December 11, 2024 at 5:15 PM
🚨 NEW ARTICLE! 🚨

Hustle culture promises success, but is it really just toxic productivity? 💼 I break down why the grind is doing more harm than good.

Read on to rethink work-life balance and redefine success: bit.ly/4f90HAz

#HustleCulture #MentalHealth #WorkLifeBalance
Why Hustle Culture is a Scam: The Truth About Work, Wealth, and Burnout
Revealing how relentless work glorification exploits ambition and erodes true fulfilment.
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December 9, 2024 at 5:50 PM
🔜 Coming tomorrow: Hustle culture promises success—but is it all a scam? 😶‍🌫️

I’m exposing the toxic truths behind the grind and how it’s holding us back. Get ready to rethink what real progress means 💡

#HustleCulture #ToxicWork #SuccessRedefined #WorkSmarter
December 8, 2024 at 9:23 PM
Need some help from all the BlueSky bookworms for an upcoming piece:

What is the bleakest ending in all of Literature?

#Reading #Book #Literature #Bookworm 📖🐛
December 6, 2024 at 5:12 PM