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Justin Calabrese Shares His Truth During Mental Health Awareness Month: From Bullying and Betrayal to Survival and Advocacy

Posted on November 3, 2025November 12, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

Author, entrepreneur, and business leader Justin Calabrese is breaking the silence surrounding his mental health journey in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. A suicide survivor after a failed 2013 attempt — just days before Thanksgiving — Calabrese is openly discussing the pain that nearly cost him his life and the hope that has kept…

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New York: Concrete Jungle Where Dreams Are Made Of

Posted on November 3, 2025November 12, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

There’s a reason Alicia Keys sang it best: “New York, concrete jungle where dreams are made of, there’s nothing you can’t do.” Every time I hear that line, I feel the pulse of the city, the rhythm of ambition, and the heartbeat of possibility. For me, New York City isn’t just a place — it’s an experience….

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Saving A Life Without CPR — The Power of Hope

Posted on November 3, 2025November 12, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

People often think of “saving a life” as something dramatic. They picture sirens, CPR, or pulling someone out of a burning building. And yes — those acts are undeniably heroic. But what about the quieter rescues? The moments when no one is watching, when there’s no headline or medal, but a simple word, gesture, or…

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What Mental Health Month Means To Me

Posted on November 3, 2025November 12, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

Every September, when Mental Health Awareness Month comes around, I pause to reflect on where I’ve been and how far I’ve come. For me, it’s not just a date on the calendar — it’s deeply personal. It’s a reminder of the darkest chapter of my life in 2013, when I nearly didn’t make it. Back…

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Finding Calm in the Chaos: How I Learned to Manage Stress Through Music, Movement, and Mindfulness

Posted on November 3, 2025November 12, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: Chasing Growth, Finding Peace There’s something both exhilarating and exhausting about being an entrepreneur. You live for growth, you chase opportunity, and you pour your energy into turning ideas into reality. But behind every achievement — every milestone, every late-night breakthrough — there’s a hidden cost that often goes unspoken: stress. For…

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Time Well Spent: My Love for Watches and the Stories They Tell

Posted on November 3, 2025November 12, 2025 by Justin Calabrese

For as long as I can remember, watches have been more than accessories — they’ve been storytellers. Each timepiece I own captures a chapter of my life: a success, a journey, a moment worth remembering. Some people mark milestones with photos or trophies; I mark mine in hours, minutes, and seconds. Over the years, my…

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justincalabrese

Retail Entrepreneur, Published Author, Tech Business Consultant, Digital Musical Artist, Human Rights Advocate, and Former @HuffPost Contributor.

On the road again… On the road again…
Always been into #tech and figuring things out as Always been into #tech and figuring things out as I go. Still learning every day. The #Tesla is just a cool part of the #journey.
#LakeComo is beautiful in every way. #LakeComo is beautiful in every way.
Two years ago from today I started my weight loss Two years ago from today I started my weight loss journey. Diabetes, liver disease, high blood pressure and more. Today, 60+ lbs lost and still keeping the weight off with no health conditions. The journey has been life changing to say the least.  #weightloss #health #happiness #life
This is us, exploring the historic temples of Delp This is us, exploring the historic temples of Delphi, Greece—where ancient history meets breathtaking views. What an amazing day ❤️. 

#Delphi #Greece #AncientHistory #TravelDiaries #ExploreGreece
Standing before the Parthenon in Athens is a power Standing before the Parthenon in Athens is a powerful reminder that true greatness is built with vision, patience, and purpose. What we create today has the potential to become tomorrow’s legacy.

#Athens #Parthenon #Acropolis #TravelInspiration #Legacy
Mental health matters because behind every smile i Mental health matters because behind every smile is a story we may never see. Take care of your mind—it’s just as important as your success. 💚

#MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfCare
Another #cold weekend. Another #cold weekend.
Never too late for a workout. Never too late for a workout.
@wendys #tendys run in the @lotuscars @wendys #tendys run in the @lotuscars
Honored and grateful to be inducted into a double Honored and grateful to be inducted into a double lifetime membership with Beta Gamma Sigma, one of the top honor societies representing accredited business schools worldwide. This recognition reflects a journey shaped by learning, hard work, and the mentors who guided me along the way. Thank you to the University of Hartford and the Barney School of Business for the foundation and support. In just 2 days, I begin my doctoral journey—excited, humbled, and ready for what’s next. #LetsDoThis #Business #HonorsSociety #Honored
Winter storm #2026 #snowshoeing. Winter storm #2026 #snowshoeing.
The quiet before the storm. Stay safe everyone. The quiet before the storm. Stay safe everyone.
People watching in Chicago. #chicago #travel #golf People watching in Chicago. #chicago #travel #golfcart #funny #comedy
#stonehenge England. Amazing memories from our wee #stonehenge England. Amazing memories from our weekend trip across the world. #life #travelphotography #travelgram #viral
A quick #stockmarket update as #stocks start off t A quick #stockmarket update as #stocks start off the year on a high note and the U.S. faces uncertainty with #venezuela #2026 #DJIA
@johnlegere you have inspired me to make a #Sunday @johnlegere you have inspired me to make a #Sunday night #Chili. #crockpotsunday #crockpotmeals #crockpot
#Memories that shaped me. #Lessons that strengthen #Memories that shaped me. #Lessons that strengthened me. #Grateful for everything #2025 gave me. #viral
Thanks @thetinychefshow for helping me get through Thanks @thetinychefshow for helping me get through 2025. You always bring me smiles and laughs, even on the darkest of days. ❤️
Happy #2026! Let’s make this year a good one. #ne Happy #2026!  Let’s make this year a good one. #newyear
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