Rick Belden gives readers a name for what they have always known about themselves.
When “Forgive” Is An Abuse Trigger
January 20, 2013 By 17 Comments
For some child abuse survivors, forgiveness is a path to healing. For others, being pressured to forgive only makes things worse. Don’t assume that you know which is which.
Smashing Male Stereotypes
December 6, 2012 By 15 Comments
We’re not all stereotypical, but even men who fit a mold are still real.
Virus: Multimedia
July 8, 2012 By 2 Comments
Father Dream (Pieces): A Poem
June 10, 2012 By 2 Comments
The father Rick Belden escaped returns in unexpected ways.
Poetry by Kids
June 4, 2012 By 3 Comments
Writers form bonds with one another, beginning with the first words we read … and write. An introduction to the Poetry by Kids series on The Good Life.
“Poetry for Men” and Other Problematic Labels
May 28, 2012 By 1 Comment
Rick Belden finds that labeling his poetry only limits the reader’s expectations.
Poetry on Video: “Easter”
April 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Rick Belden reads a poem called “Easter” from his book Iron Man Family Outing: Poems about Transition into a More Conscious Manhood.
My Life With Iron Man
January 11, 2012 By 12 Comments
When Rick Belden was in need of a masculine figure, Iron Man helped him cope with the difficulties of life.
Fused at the Wound
November 28, 2011 By 1 Comment
Rick Belden speaks about loving someone you don’t want to fix.
A View Through a Cracked Lens
November 12, 2011 By 6 Comments
Rick Belden watches an interview with Jon Ritchie, childhood friend of Jerry Sandusky, and knows only too well what Jon describes.
Soul Is Hard to Find
November 5, 2011 By 9 Comments
After all the hard work he’s put in, Rick Belden wonders if there are some things we just can’t change.
“There is a push for women to be their most genuine selves, and yet now there is makeup for men!?”
This is a comment by Cameron Brown on the post “Makeup for Men? Why?”