We Can Do Hard Things Jenny Lawson is Broken (in the Best Possible Way) (Best Of)
May 10, 2025
Join Jenny Lawson, an award-winning humorist known for her candid insights into mental illness, as she explores the hilariously chaotic experience of living with ADD, describing it as "being a kitten on cocaine." She candidly discusses the guilt of how her struggles impacted her parenting, discovering that her child's fondest memories were shaped by these challenges. Jenny emphasizes the power of vulnerability and sharing awkward moments to combat loneliness and foster connection, reminding us that embracing our imperfections can lead to deeper understanding.
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Writing as Communication Tool
- Jenny Lawson discovered writing as a way to communicate since talking made her panicky.
- Writing helped her slow down time and express who she truly was despite anxiety.
Reclaiming Brokenness
- Jenny reclaims being "broken" as allowing light in and deep compassion.
- Mental illness can create new perspectives and empathy, despite severe struggle.
Mother-Child TV Bonding
- During her hardest moments, Jenny watched Doctor Who with her child as their special bonding time.
- To Jenny, these couch moments were treasured memories her child loved, not signs of failure.
