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Scenario

When humor becomes cruelty toward loved ones

My dad has Alzheimer's and when he forgets my name I make jokes about it to him and he laughs but later I feel sick about it.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Desperation for lightness can cross lines the heart immediately recognizes as sacred.

Your guide for this
Nas
Nas works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Gallows humor?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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