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Scenario

When to use humor with a depressed family member

My teenage son is depressed and I do not know if I should try to make him laugh or give him space to feel sad.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

You are learning that sometimes the most loving thing is to sit with someone in their darkness rather than trying to illuminate it.

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 The healing power of laughter?”

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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