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Andrew L Gardner

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Helping men, youth & families build:
• Emotional Intelligence
• Anger Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Accountability

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When we pour into our youth, we pour into our future.
The Holiday event with Innastar was filled with smiles, good food, games, and love and we’re just getting started. Proud of the work Brothers Like Me is doing in the community. 🖤

#BrothersLikeMe #innastar #CommunityFirst #GiveBack #YouthEmpowerment BlackExcellence CommunityLove SupportTheYout by @brotherslikeme_

Anger is a human emotion that we all have, but we have learn how to navigate through it and not let it paralyze us!

#anger #angermanagement #angerissues #angerquotes #betteryou #betteryourself #selfawarness #selfaware #selfawarenessjourney #brotherslikeme #onepercentbettereachday by @brotherslikeme_

How to handle conflict using emotional intelligence and also leaving yourself an out before it turns into a physical altercation

Starring @london_mariya @rickeyscottactor @andrewlgardner

Shot and edited by @jamallrashaud

#angermanagement #emotionalintelligence #domesticviolenceawareness #explorepage #explorepage #brotherslikeme #selfawareness by @brotherslikeme_

It’s easy to recognize everybody else’s flaws.

Their attitude. Their defensiveness. Their lack of accountability. Their bad habits.

But self-awareness asks a harder question:

What am I doing that I can’t see?

Growth gets uncomfortable when you stop analyzing everybody else and start examining yourself.

What’s something you had to recognize about yourself before you could grow?

#SelfAwareness #EmotionalIntelligence #PersonalGrowth #Accountability #YouCanHelpHowYouFeel by @brotherslikeme_

You want better.

You think about doing better.

You may even feel guilty because you know you’re capable of more.

So why do you still feel stuck?

Because motivation is a feeling.

And feelings change.

If your progress depends on feeling motivated every day, eventually the feeling is going to disappear.

That’s where discipline has to take over.

Stop waiting to feel ready.

Start building habits that work even when you don’t.

🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube: @YouCanHelpHowYouFeel

#DisciplineOverMotivation #OnePercentBetter #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfDiscipline #PersonalGrowth Mindset YouCanHelpHowYouFeel by @brotherslikeme_

Sometimes the best response is not an immediate response.

Pause. Process what’s happening. Then respond.

That small space between what happens to you and what you do next can save you from a decision you’ll have to pay for later.

Pause. Process. Respond.

One Percent Better Each Day.

#PauseProcessRespond #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfAwareness #SelfControl #PersonalGrowth OnePercentBetter by @brotherslikeme_

Your emotions are real but they don’t have to make the decision for you.

When emotions are high, give yourself time to choose your response.

PAUSE.
PROCESS.
RESPOND.

That space between what happens to you and what you do next can change everything.

Mastering your emotions doesn’t mean you stop feeling. It means you stop allowing every feeling to control your response.

One Percent Better Each Day.

#EmotionalIntelligence #SelfControl #AngerManagement #PauseProcessRespond #LeadershipDevelopment PersonalGrowth YouCanHelpHowYouFeel by @brotherslikeme_

✨ What an incredible journey. What an unforgettable transformation. ✨

As we reflect on the beautiful moments from our InnaStar GLOW Confidence Program – Golden Stars Edition (60+), our hearts are overflowing with gratitude.

This program was so much more than a series of workshops. It was a space where confidence was rediscovered, stories were shared, friendships were formed, and our Golden Stars were reminded that their light has never stopped shining. 💛

A heartfelt thank you to United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley for believing in our vision and making this transformative program possible. @unitedwaylv

Special thanks to our amazing team and partners:
⭐️Andrew Gardner & Brothers Like Me 🎤
⭐️ Angela Perymon, Board President 💇‍♀️
⭐️ April Morgan & makeup team 💄
⭐️ Jackie Cardenales | Jackie’s Hands Massage spa 🧖‍♀️
⭐️ Cyrie Agency for the beautiful keepsake portraits 📸
⭐️ Lehigh Valley Active Life for an incredible partnership

⭐️Founder & CEO, Jacinth Headlam, thank you for your vision and leadership in bringing GLOW to life.

Most importantly, thank you to our Golden Stars for reminding us that confidence has no age limit and it’s never too late to shine. ✨

Dream Big. Dream Bold. Dream Endless. ⭐

#InnaStar #GlowConfidence #GoldenStars #UnitedWayGLV #LehighValleyActiveLife ConfidenceHasNoAge DreamBigDreamBoldDreamEndless by @brotherslikeme_

Emotional intelligence has become one of the most important skills in leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and personal growth.

As someone who works in high-pressure operational leadership while also building organizations focused on emotional intelligence and accountability, continuing to sharpen this skillset matters to me.

Grateful to continue learning and growing.

One Percent Better Each Day. by @brotherslikeme_

Honored to be a guest on the Dr. Roxanne Contee Show February 21st next Saturday 🎙️

I’ll be representing Brothers Like Me and speaking on:
✔️ Emotional intelligence
✔️ Accountability
✔️ Growth for men and families
✔️ Becoming one percent better each day

Conversations like this matter. Lives change when we start doing the inner work.

Tune in. Call in. Be part of the dialogue.

📅 Feb 21st | 11AM
📻 Philly Cam Radio
📞 Call in: 267-456-7800

Let’s build stronger men, stronger families, and stronger communities.

#BrothersLikeMe #EmotionalIntelligence #MensGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #PhillyCam OnePercentBetter by @brotherslikeme_

Why Asking for Help Is a Sign of Strength, Not Weakness

Going to a therapist doesn’t mean something is wrong with you it means you care enough to get better.
Talking to a professional gives you clarity, support, and a place to unpack what you’ve been carrying alone.

If you’ve ever considered asking for help... this might be your sign.

Have you ever thought about therapy? What’s holding you back?

#mentalhealth #youcanhelphowyoufeel #onepercentbettereachday #mentalhealthawareness #stressmanagement by @brotherslikeme_

How to Reduce Stress Fast (Most People Ignore This)

Most people aren’t just stressed they’re overwhelmed because they’re trying to do everything at once without a plan.
Time management isn’t about being busy… it’s about being intentional.

When you break your day down and handle one thing at a time, the pressure drops and your peace comes back.

💬 What’s the biggest thing stressing you right now?
Comment below — let’s talk through it.

#StressManagement #TimeManagement #YouCanHelpHowYouFeel #BrothersLikeMe #MentalHealthTips OnePercentBetterEachDay AndrewLGardner by @brotherslikeme_