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Death, Sex & Money

Maria Bamford on the Lucrative Nature of Oversharing

Nov 29, 2023
42:41
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Comedian Maria Bamford discusses her memoir, mental health, advocating for herself at work, negotiating salary, and her relationship with her parents. She reflects on her time in an inpatient facility, the challenges of full disclosure, and finding support among people with mental illness. Maria also highlights the role her dog played in providing comfort during a mental health crisis.
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Quick takeaways

  • Finding balance between self-care and caring for others is crucial for a healthy life.
  • Sharing personal struggles can create solidarity and provide comfort to those who feel alone in their experiences.

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The Challenges of Balancing Self-care and Taking Care of Others

In this podcast, Maria Bamford discusses the importance of finding balance between taking care of oneself and taking care of others. She uses the analogy of a scale, where one side represents actions for others and the other side represents actions for oneself. She emphasizes the need to spend more time on self-care to achieve a balanced scale. Therapy is recommended as a helpful tool in achieving this balance of prioritizing oneself.

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