The Impact of Ruth and Sindy on Their Clients

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Most of the women were in their eighties and nineties, and they come in there every week. The story i want to tell you is really about the compound effect of all those small moments as they addit up to a lot in the lives of these women and for ruth and sindy. I followed them around for two whole days, and i witnessed so many small moments of care. My hair is straight as a stick, but i walkd out of here happyi y pennycu, doesn't your sister have curly hair? Martha. Marthia has curly hair. She is artistic. She is munarta. Mashe isnt very smartha. Ha hahawe

It can be quite rare to find yourself in a place where you feel totally accepted. In this episode, producer Reva Goldberg takes us to a truly unique beauty salon: it’s the ultimate safe space for its customers, many of whom are in their 80s and 90s. We take a close look at two hairdressers who create a laugh-out-loud-funny atmosphere, while also showing deep compassion at the same time. We’ll also explore why feeling unconditionally accepted helps us cope with the toughest emotions at any age.

Featured in this episode are Dr. Pablo Sabucedo and Dr. Rebecca Allen.

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