Michael Kruse. Writer.

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Stop crying. Start creating.

The verdict is in, folks: St. Petersburg is one sad sack of depressed losers. According to Men's Health, if we aren't trying to kill ourselves with antidepressants because none of us have jobs, we will be soon enough. On the brightside, Men's Health doesn't consider St. Pete the overall worst city for men. It's only the 6th worst. Oh, and Tampa, don't think you have bragging rights. You're not doing so hot, either (and neither are you, Miami, Jacksonville, and Orlando).

Let's face it: It's easy to dismiss these lists. They get published so often it's hard to take any of them seriously. However, Tampa Bay consistently ranks low. Why? I'm not sure at all, but here's what I think:

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