"You may not be able to change a situation, but with humor you can change your attitude about it."
– Allen Klein
As I’ve mentioned before, humor and laughter are two of my go-to coping mechanisms. My mom was the same way. She was pretty unflappable when we were little. Nothing much exasperated her with four kids around. She was cool in a crisis (maybe too cool) and usually found something to laugh about
Read MoreIn our support for caregivers, we focus a lot on ways to relieve stress and cope with difficult situations. One of the best stress relievers and coping mechanisms I know is humor. Though the situation may be serious, and no one is denying that it is, a good quip or a funny joke can be a stress reliever for everyone.
Read MoreLet’s face it – happiness is complicated. I began to realize this as I provided mental and emotional support to my brother. Since that time, I have wondered if happiness is really a choice.
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