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Start off your week with positive thoughts and simple moments.

Featured Sunset 

Burning Bush

What is the burning bush in the Bible? 

The Burning Bush Myth refers to a significant biblical narrative found in the Book of Exodus, which describes Moses's encounter with God through a bush that burns without being consumed. This event occurs after Moses has fled Egypt and while he is tending sheep in Midian.

Secret Spot

Steel heading on the Saugeen begins.

Marvelous Marla 

Walking hand in hand with her favourite son (and only!) in Manhattan on a cool, sunny November day.

Mindfulness

Did you miss this episode?

A must for anyone with an aging parent(s).

Episode 10, Season 4

When a Daughter becomes a Mother

In this 10th episode of Season 4, host Bobby K. welcomes Fern Sherkin-Langer to discuss the emotional journey of caring for an aging parent with mental health challenges. The conversation explores the reversal of roles when a daughter becomes the primary support for her mother, touching on themes of anxiety, depression, and the importance of support systems.

Key Topics & Tools Discussed:

• The "sandwich generation" and balancing care for both children and aging parents.
• The emotional impact of role reversal between parent and child.
• Tools and strategies for supporting a parent with mental health issues:
  
  
  • Proximity and moving closer for easier support.
  • Hiring daily support/caregivers.
  • Using music and playlists for comfort and memory.
  • Walking, fresh air, and change of scene.
  • Meditation and mindfulness (and the challenges of adopting new habits in old age).
  • The importance of self-care for caregivers ("You can't pour from an empty cup").
  • Accepting help from others and building a support team.
  • Taking things "one minute at a time" and not being afraid to say "oh well" when things don't go as planned.
  • The power of nature and physical activity, even in small doses.
• The physiological and psychological complexities of late-life depression.
• The value of lived experience and peer support.

Special Mentions:

• Link to Jacob Langer’s song "State of Mind" (included in the show notes).
• Announcement: "No Magic Bullet" has received charitable status as of September 22, 2025.
• Teaser for next episode: "From Out of Nowhere" coming in November.

Takeaway Message:
If you or someone you know is supporting an aging parent with mental health challenges, remember:

• It’s a marathon, not a sprint—pace yourself and practice self-care.
• Build a support network and accept help.
• Find tools that work for your family, whether it’s music, movement, or simply being present.
• You are not alone, and sharing these stories helps others find their own toolbox.

Links

State of Mind

https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=xj0bDP0vOv0