How to navigate complicated family dynamics (w/ Emerson Whitney)

How do you bring up difficult topics—especially when it involves a loved one? In this episode, Emerson Whitney, author of the book O Mother, talks about the grief of losing his mom to suicide. Emerson shares delicate topics such as growing up neurodivergent with ADHD and autism and how he continues to show up as his authentic self. Then Emerson and Chris discuss finding community and how to cultivate more joyful friendships.

Featured guest
• Follow Emerson Whitney on Instagram (instagram.com/emersonwhitney__/?hl=en) and at emersonwhitney.com
• Buy O Mother (store.mcsweeneys.net/products/o-mother)

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• Follow Chris on Instagram (instagram.com/chrisiduffy/?hl=en) and at chrisduffycomedy.com
• Buy Chris’ book, Humor Me (t.ted.com/ZGuYfcL)
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