Dylan Inserra-Peirson

I choose you forever. @sasha_reiko_photography

Trying to motivate myself to work out on a cold morning. How do you motivate yourself when you aren’t feeling it? #gym #fitness #gymmotivation #muscle #beard #gaybear #instagood #photoftheday #legday

Last handstand of 2024! 🥳🎉🤸‍♂️ how’s everyone else spending their new years? #newyears #beard #muscle #gym #fitness #gaybear #happy

🌟 Feeling stuck in a funk? 🌟 Sometimes, the simplest self-care habits can create the biggest shifts in your mood. Here are 5 easy, science-backed ways to feel better fast. 1️⃣ Go for a walk in nature 🌿: Just 20 minutes can reduce stress hormones and improve mood (Frontiers in Psychology, 2019). 2️⃣ Practice gratitude ✍️: Writing 3 things you’re thankful for boosts happiness and lowers depressive symptoms (Journal of Positive Psychology, 2015). 3️⃣ Listen to your favorite music 🎶: It increases dopamine, the “feel-good” chemical in your brain (Nature Neuroscience, 2011). 4️⃣ Try deep breathing exercises 🌬️: Just 5 minutes can lower anxiety and heart rate (Journal of Clinical Psychology, 2017). 5️⃣ Connect with someone you care about 💬: Social support reduces stress and enhances overall well-being (American Psychological Association, 2018). 💡 Which of these have you tried? Or what’s your go-to self-care hack when you’re feeling low? Share in the comments below—I’d love to hear your ideas! #SelfCareTips #MentalHealthAwareness #FeelGoodHabits #BoostYourMood #TherapistTips #beard #gaybear

The build do be coming along - photo courtesy of @connerfromwork - been refocusing my workout and fitness goals and the gym has been feeling great. How’re your workouts going? #gym #fitness #fitnessgoals #muscle #gaybear #beard #workout

Wedding pt. 1 - photos by @sasha_reiko_photography

TGIF or something? Is it just me or has this week felt abnormally long to anyone else? #tgif #instagood #muscle #beard #gaybear #happy

It’s very easy to lose sight of progress, but don’t forget to take stock and be proud of how far you’ve come. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #beard #muscle #gaybear #instagood #gratitude

Nice and warm after a solid chest day and sauna time. How do you wind down after a big workout? #fitness #beard #muscle #gym #gaybear #fitnessgoals

A quiet moment before the wedding captured by the amazing @sasha_reiko_photography

Self-care isn’t just bath bombs; sometimes it’s saying no to plans and yes to video games. Tag a friend who needs this reminder! #MentalHealthMatters #queermentalhealth #gaybear #beardedtherapist #selfcare #selfcaretips

Only two months ago we were spending our days on a tropical beach in Hawaii 🌺, now we’re enjoying snow and rain in London 🇬🇧. I love them both and life is wonderful 🥰 #honeymoon #hawaii #adventure #newlyweds #beard #beach