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Robin Williams: The Mask of Humor
Beloved actor Robin Williams struggled with depression and substance abuse throughout his illustrious career, and recently was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. On Monday, August 11, he committed suicide at the age of 63. We all wear masks at one time or another, pretending that everything is OK. It’s common to hide our personal pain. But the bad feelings don’t just disappear. Whether you’re facing a financial crisis, giving up roles that define you, or adjusting to great loss and a new reality, examine how to deal with what’s missing. Decide what … Continue reading
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Tagged anger, crisis, depression, frustration, healing, humor, masks, pain, Robin Williams, SAD, substance abuse, suffering, suicide, support, therapist
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Love and Simple Acts of Kindness
Think about when you and your partner fell in love. That alchemy continues throughout life, and how we treat each other matters. We can change neural functions when we’re more compassionate. And holding hands is enough to reduce stress. The possibilities for opening our hearts are endless: Express gratitude. If you notice a caring gesture or a job well done, why not mention it? You may be pleasantly surprised at what you get in return. Inject humor. Lightheartedness is often the first casualty of a busy life. Humor, playfulness and … Continue reading
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Tagged compassion, euphoria, gratitude, humor, love, marriage, oxytocin, partners, relationships, stress
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Virtual Book Tour: Nobody Knows the Spanish I Speak
Have you ever thought about dropping out and having a midlife adventure? If so, you’ve come to the right blog, as we welcome author Mark Saunders to our Virtual Book Tour. Facing the prospect of job loss in their late 50s, Mark and his wife chose to drop out, sell everything and move to the central highlands of Mexico, where they didn’t know a soul and couldn’t speak the language. Mark’s here to answer questions about his hilarious novel, Nobody Knows the Spanish I Speak: Nourishing Relationships: Why did you … Continue reading
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Tagged humor, Mark Saunders, Mexico, San Miguel, Spanish, vacation, Virtual Book Tour
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