Comedy and Healing
Gary reflects on his lifelong love for comedy and its therapeutic effects, suggesting that laughter can serve as a form of self-medication. He shares the exhilarating feeling of performing stand-up, comparing it to the euphoria of athletic achievements, and emphasizes that, unlike sports, he feels he’s just entering his prime in comedy at 49. The conversation also touches on the connection between comedians and depression, highlighting the unique joy derived from making others laugh.In this clip
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494 - Talking About Depression & Mental Wellness: Gary Gulman on Using Comedy as Therapy
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