Dr. Kerry Malawista is a psychotherapist, psychoanalyst, writer, author of the book “Meet the Moon”, and co-chair of The New Directions in Writing Program. Her essays have appeared in multiple news outlets and was also nominated for a Pushcart Prize and shortlisted for the Kraken Book Prize. Today, she joined Larry and shared her experience of losing her mother at a young age and how it inspired her writing and work as a therapist. Humor is a powerful tool for building resilience. It can help us to see the bright side of a difficult situation, to find joy in the midst of adversity, and to keep going in the face of challenges. Humor can also help us to stay connected to others, even during the most trying times. It can be an effective way to lighten the mood and bring people together.  It can also be an effective coping mechanism, allowing us to process difficult emotions in a more lighthearted way. When we can laugh at ourselves, we can find the strength to move forward and take on the next challenge. Humor can also help us to stay positive and optimistic, even in the face of adversity.  By using humor to build resilience, we can help our children to become successful and resilient adults.  thedadedge.com/418 drkerrymalawista.com www.amazon.com/Meet-Moon-Kerry-L-Malawista/dp/1646032659 www.thingstheycarryproject.org/instructors/malawista-kerry thedadedge.com/alliance 1stphorm.com/dadedge