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Episode 315- Dad Bods & Beards: Logan Peterson's Path to Mental Health Advocacy

51:45
Guest: Hey Man; It's OK

In this heartfelt episode of Hey Man; It’s Ok, Sky and Ryan sit down with Logan Petersen, one of the creators behind Dad Bods and Beards — a community redefining what it means to be a man today. Logan opens up about his journey with bipolar disorder, sharing the highs, lows, and pivotal moments that shaped his path toward healing and self-acceptance.

Together, they explore what it really means to be strong — how vulnerability, honesty, and emotional awareness can coexist with resilience. From the power of proper diagnosis to the importance of support systems, sleep, and self-love, this conversation reminds us that asking for help isn’t weakness — it’s courage.

If you’ve ever struggled with your mental health or wanted to better support someone who has, this episode is for you. It’s a raw, real, and deeply hopeful reminder that we’re all in this together — and it’s okay to not be okay.

Chapters

  • 00:00Welcome & Introductions
  • 01:16Meet Logan Peterson: Social Media Influencer and Mental Health Advocate 0
  • 3:52Understanding Bipolar Disorder
  • 05:56Logan’s Personal Struggles and Turning Points
  • 08:59The Role of Support Systems in Mental Health
  • 12:49The Importance of Proper Diagnosis and Treatment 2
  • 1:22Logan’s Mission: Encouraging Men to Open Up
  • 25:19Trigger Management and Vulnerability
  • 26:02Early Steps in Healing
  • 26:46The Importance of Sleep
  • 27:28Direct Communication and Therapy
  • 28:26Affirmations and SelfLove
  • 30:48Setting Boundaries and Accountability
  • 31:31Stories of Struggle and Resilience 3
  • 4:36Authenticity and Social Media
  • 41:15Dad Bods and Beards: A New Masculinity
  • 49:24Final Thoughts and Encouragement