Everything Happens with Kate Bowler Third Annual Happy Crappy: Let’s Start with the Crappies
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Dec 23, 2025 In a heartfelt discussion, two friends reflect on life's challenges as they share their 'Happy Crappy' insights. They tackle the enduring nature of chronic pain and explore how acceptance can weave hope into despair. Personal losses are laid bare, including the shrinking of family ties and threats to educational institutions. As they address societal issues like immigration cruelty and politicized justice systems, they celebrate the quiet heroes in public service. Finally, they emphasize the importance of immersive projects to refuel life's joy amid adversity.
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Relentless Medical Work To Tame Chronic Pain
- Kate Bowler describes years of costly, intensive treatments and experiments to manage chronic pain and cancer-related growths.
- She concludes the pain likely remains a lifelong burden despite exhaustive efforts and expense.
Acceptance Lacks Cultural Infrastructure
- Kate and Kelly observe society lacks a clear message or spokesperson for acceptance of chronic conditions.
- They note cultural pressure pushes endless solutions instead of teaching how to live with limits.
Ritualize Acceptance To Reduce Guilt
- Kate suggests ritualizing the transition from fighting a condition to accepting its limits, like listing tried strategies and acknowledging effort.
- She recommends easing guilt by recognizing concrete progress and the reality of ongoing care needs.