Sat.May 13, 2017 - Fri.May 19, 2017

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Using Crazy Language – A Lesson

The Committed Project

Joe and Kristen have been friends for several years, and met online. While they talk frequently about a number of philosophical theories, one of the things that Joe has learned from Kristen is about the nature of using crazy language – or the language of mental illness. . If there is anything that sticks out amongst the number of lessons that my friendship with Kristen has taught me over the years, it is the aspect of calling things “crazy” in daily conversations.

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Creativity and Mental Illness

The Committed Project

Supervising someone with mental illness can have unique challenges, but there can also be positives. Find out more from Kristen’s boss, Alia, about what happens when creativity and mental illness combine in the workplace. What it means to be creative. I have a theory about creative people. But first I should clarify. When I say creative people, I’m not distinguishing them by skill or talent.

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Mental Illness and Higher Education

The Committed Project

Recently, Kristen and Lisa discussed a whole lot about mental illness. They talked being public about it, as well as social media and celebrity status related to mental illness. Anyway, we hope you’ll take a listen and find out more about their discussion about mental illness and higher education. I feel like Kristen has always been a part of my life, and my daily routine.