GERALD GARTH

I still have a certain level of conviction that doesn’t let me wear bare arms in church - even over 10 years after leaving. Sunday, I saw a young man, about 23 with such, and I had to do what I call a self-check—that is, get a grip on my own judgment and thoughts. I remember the elders of my years in church would lead with Pharasaical phrases and elitist responses to the expressions of my generation. They would shun and scorn unstockinged legs and razored lightening bolts

In follow up to conversation led by Jeffery King, President of In the Meantime Men Group, I thought it was only fitting that we continue the dialogue, particularly on what exactly does legacy mean to you, how does it tie into your life, and what do you want to see next for yourself? Hits, likes, and views seem to be a major part of our lives today, but what about actually being remembered and for what. In the time of FOMO, YOLO, and “oh no,” what lasting impact are we having

Mental wellness is such an issue in the entertainment industry. I don’t know how it hasn’t been explored more. Some of the greatest recorded creatives have had bouts with depression, addiction, and mental illness. We have been conditioned to not talk about these things, yet we are so intrinsically accustomed to just “celebrate good times.” Even still, people need to know that it’s okay to share; it's okay to talk. It is because of these feelings of loneliness and overwhelm

As a kid, when I became an adult, I saw myself as a cool guy, who wore awesome clothes, stayed up late, wrote amazing stories and created stuff, and ate lots of cookies. And oddly enough, I kinda turned into that guy. (I’ve got the dental visits to prove it). Yet, in a society that tells us don’t daydream and that artists starve, we let that kid go silent. But it takes a conscious effort to learn to dream again. That cool adult we always saw ourselves as is still in us,

How many of us have tried things and regretted it? How many of us have not tried things and regretted it? Fear is a monster. Fear will debilitate you and then regret will sweep in. Funny, huh? No. I thought not. Sometimes in life we just have to go for it. You’ve always wanted to dance? Start dancing! Always wanted to get fluent in German? Glückwünsche! Now is the time. Sometimes, like the old folks would say, “Ain’t nothing to it, but to do it.” What are we afrai

What I’ve learned in 30 years is that everybody is different and just like everyone is different, everyone’s dreams are different. Some people dream in black and white, some people dream in straight lines, and some people dream vividly and colorfully-- outside of the lines and even off the page. Now, this isn’t to say black and white and straight lines are a bad thing. Structure is necessary for life, but so is fulfillment. Many of us aspire to more than just what society or

Take a look at my latest article from Message in the Meantime-- The Renewed Church of Los Angeles touts its motto as “come be renewed and live the life you so deserve.” Pastor Curt D. Thomas believes that wholeheartedly. “Renewed is for everyone—a place to belong.” Reaching out to all communities, but especially the LGBT community, Renewed finds its purpose in reaching all with the message of love and acceptance while tackling social injustices and the issues that surround th

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On finding joy and purpose… Happiness isn’t one-size-fits-all proposition. You must define what it looks like for you and then make a conscious effort to access whatever gets you to your unique definition of joy. If there isn’t something in your life that makes you wake up curious and excited to start the day, you will never be a powerful person. Passion is what fuels the jet engine propelling you toward a meaningful existence. You are going to live either the life chosen or