It's Okay To Laugh
Rich and Hilary Harris
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"You Kinda Just Sat Back And Watched Me Do All Of It" (Advocacy)
It's Okay To Laugh
02/13/21 • 30 min
In this episode, we talk about advocacy! Hilary advocates for a special needs swing in our local park, and Rich advocates for himself when Hilary says he did nothing in the process! Love, laughter, and mutual respect abound.
Plus!
-"Special needs in the media"! -We talk about crying! ... a LOT! -Ignorance and injustice, and how YOU can help! But no pressure or anything!
Contact us:
IG - @hilaryharris_ Gmail - [email protected]
"It's Not Depressing When You Just Own It" (Handling the Holidays)
It's Okay To Laugh
12/07/20 • 32 min
Ever wondered what the HOLLY JOLLY HOLIDAYS hold for a special needs family?
In this episode, we talk about our least-favorite Christmas songs and share tips we've learned about having a special needs family during the holiday season. We also have our first LISTENER "Special Needs Moment of the Week"!
Contact us:
IG: hilaryharris_ Gmail: [email protected]
Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and have a wonderful New Year!
"I like Being Taken To A Different World That's Not This One" (Coping)
It's Okay To Laugh
09/01/20 • 37 min
In this episode, we give specific examples from our own lives of what can drive special needs families to cope on a regular basis. We also talk about how to take healthy steps in the coping process.
Plus:
-Guilty coping pleasures! -Caregiver fatigue! -"New Girl" parallels! -And more!
Caregiver fatigue article: https://www.agingcare.com/articles/caregivers-veterans-share-emotional-enemy-154917.htm
Contact us!
IG: hilaryharris_ Gmail: [email protected]
"I Know What It's Like To Lose Your Mom; We Lost Our Dog" (How To Communicate With People Going Through Tragedy)
It's Okay To Laugh
08/25/20 • 38 min
When tragedy strikes someone, it's natural to want to comfort them. Most people mean well, but oh boy can they say some stupid things!
In this episode:
How to not be that person who says stupid things! The healthy way to sit in trauma and not run from it! The smart way to connect with someone about their special needs loved one! How to not compare a pet with a suffering / deceased loved one!
Contact us!
Gmail: [email protected] IG: hilaryharris_
"We're Gonna Make Out In This Car Wash" (Marriage, Romance, and Sex)
It's Okay To Laugh
08/17/20 • 36 min
Have you ever wondered how a couple with a special needs kid maintains the burning flame of sexual passion? Probably not! But in this episode, we're gonna talk about it anyway.
We'll also talk about how our special needs daughter is NOT our first priority, and how we've worked through our different ways of processing life with her.
Plus: A new segment! Your questions, answered! "BOING" sound effects! AND MORE!
Contact us!
Gmail: [email protected]
IG: @hilaryharris_
Intimate Issues by Linda Dillow and Lorraine Pintus:
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/40977/intimate-issues-by-linda-dillow-and-lorraine-pintus/
It's Okay To Laugh
It's Okay To Laugh
08/14/20 • 20 min
Hi! We're Rich & Hilary, and we have a daughter with special needs named Jane.
Loving someone with disabilities can be a rocky journey! We want listeners with special needs loved ones to know they're not alone.
We also want to help listeners outside of the special needs lifestyle not feel too awkward about it. Because let's be honest, special needs can get SUPER weird.
So whether you're a caretaker or just want to learn more, remember - it's okay to laugh!
"Ussdetick. Esstethick? AESTHETIC." (Special Needs, But Make It Cute)
It's Okay To Laugh
09/21/20 • 32 min
Did you know that most special needs equipment is clinically proven to be HECKA UGLY? And that's 100% unbiased fact, in our opinion.
So in this episode, we figure out how to pronounce the word "aesthetic", and give tips on how to get creative with making a special needs space look & feel nice. "Clean space, clean mind." (Or something like that.)
Plus! Special needs media reviews! Shia LaBeouf impressions! "Little Tea Pot" references! AND MORE!
IG: hilaryharris_ Gmail: [email protected]
"I Made A Noodle Sandwich Once" (Health, Fitness, Nutrition)
It's Okay To Laugh
10/05/20 • 34 min
**THANK YOU to everyone who donated to help us keep putting out new content! We've got some fun new stuff coming your way soon!**
Do you enjoy Taco Bell beefy crunch burritos, but also want to live a long and healthy life? Are you allergic to sweating and hard work? Have you ever made a noodle sandwich?
In this episode, we share parts of our 11-year journey of fitness and nutrition. We also share some of our favorite healthy(ish) snacks!
Contact us!
IG: hilaryharris_
"Turns Out I've Got Baggage" (Things We Wish We Would Have Known)
It's Okay To Laugh
09/28/20 • 38 min
Ever get yourself into a situation and think, "I wish someone would have warned me about this"? And by "situation", we mean "receiving an unexpected special needs diagnosis". And by "get yourself into", we mean, "blind-folded, pantsed, and sucker-punched by life". Metaphorically, of course.
In this episode, we talk about the grief of special needs that no one talks about, the need for close friendships when carrying long-term trauma, and the benefits of counseling.
Contact us:
IG: hilaryharris_
Interview! with Christina Pann, C.N. (Part 2)
It's Okay To Laugh
10/29/20 • 30 min
In part 2 of our interview with Christina Pann, C.N., she tells us about the importance of activating our parasympathetic nervous system (say that 10 times fast), gives her input on some current health trends, and reminds us to offer ourselves compassion for all the trauma (a.k.a. CRAPOLA) our bodies and minds have been through!
Also, podcast listeners get ONE HUNDRED dollars off Christina's "Science and Soul Method" program if you use the promo code we mention in the episode!
christinapann.com
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FAQ
How many episodes does It's Okay To Laugh have?
It's Okay To Laugh currently has 20 episodes available.
What topics does It's Okay To Laugh cover?
The podcast is about Friends, Weird, Kids & Family, Raw, Family, Funny, Real, Podcasts, Marriage, Self-Improvement, Education and Laugh.
What is the most popular episode on It's Okay To Laugh?
The episode title '"I like Being Taken To A Different World That's Not This One" (Coping)' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on It's Okay To Laugh?
The average episode length on It's Okay To Laugh is 34 minutes.
How often are episodes of It's Okay To Laugh released?
Episodes of It's Okay To Laugh are typically released every 13 days, 22 hours.
When was the first episode of It's Okay To Laugh?
The first episode of It's Okay To Laugh was released on Aug 14, 2020.
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