| 2012 Conference | | |
Naughty
or nice,
you are all
welcome
at the
AATH 25th Annual Conference!
Read all about it
April 19-22, 2012
The Westin O'Hare
Rosemont (Chicago) IL
BEAT THE BLUES
WITH HUMOR!
See you (and maybe Jake and Elwood) in Chicago!
A quick video of the 2011 conference in Orlando. Awesome!
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This one belongs to AATH member PAM WENER! Shine on, Pam!
Can anybody name this guy? |
| Scholarships | | |
Know someone who would sponsor a scholarship?
Know someone who could benefit from a scholarship?
To get the skinny, write Lenny Dave at lennydave1@aol.com.
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AATH Remembers
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Two humor researchers ....
Avner Ziv, a Professor of Educational Psychology at Tel Aviv University in Israel, was a major early contributor to humor studies, and was known as Mr. HUMOR in the academic field in Israel. He passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at the age of 82.
Herbert Lefcourt was a Professor of Psychology at the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada. He is best known for his work on humor as a stress moderator. He passed away on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at the age of 76.
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AATH Members Write Books.... | | Another benefit of membership is being able to announce your books to your colleagues!
AATH Members - Send in your book info so we can highlight you.
Today, I will hog the spotlight:
This book is a simple collection of HUNDREDS of daily joys, big and small, from Kelly and her readers. It has been compared to a Chicken Soup for the Soul offering. But it's so much more fun. Inspiring, uplifting, and contagious. Fits in stockings, fits on the toilet tank. One size fits all, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, or lack of funny bone. Order one today. Bet you come back for more. Wishing joy all over ya! |
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Dear AATH,
Ho to the third power.
I never tire of The Carpenters singing holiday songs, but I know some folks get a little ear sore. Use this time of year to infuse healthy holiday humor, no matter what holiday you celebrate (or avoid).
Let us all raise our glasses together and toast to 2012!
Cheers!
AATH Humor Connection Editor
Please send your input/comments/pics to kelly@kellyepperson.com.
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FROM THE PREZ
| |  Chip Lutz, President
Happy Holidays, Friends! As I reflect on this past year, I am filled with gratitude! I am thankful for all of the people within this organization who have worked so hard to help us achieve some significant milestones! We are an all volunteer organization and can't do anything without the selfless dedication of those who choose to serve.
In looking towards 2012, I am filled with hope and excitement. 2012 marks our 25th year of making a difference. Each one of you have a part of this. We, as an organization, are the sum of all of our parts. You make the organization what it is. You make the difference. Day in and day out, you make the world a better place by practicing (dare I say living) what AATH is all about. I am hopeful that we will continue to make that difference as an organization and excited to see what this year will bring for you and for us. I am also ready to see all of you at the conference. That is the time for us to reconnect, recalibrate, and re-energize our efforts. Plan on being there! It won't be the same without you.
Keep making a difference and letting your laugh shine! You are AATH!
Warmest regards,
Chip
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New Members- Welcome Aboard!
| | Membership Chair: Ron Sukenick
AATH welcomes the following new members:
Cupid, Prancer, Dunder/Donner/Donder, Blitzen, Dancer, Vixen, Dasher, Comet; North Pole
Sue Thompson, East Grand Forks, MN
Mark Sherry, Holyoke, MA
Who can become an AATH Member? ANYONE! YOU! We have scholars, psychologists, counselors, allied healthcare practitioners, nurses, social workers, physicians, funeral directors, business executives, human resource managers, educators, clergy, hospital clowns, speakers, trainers, writers, therapists, healers, ANYONE who wants to incorporate humor in their life and work.
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BOOK REVIEW
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| Thank you, JILL KNOX, for monthly book reviews! (Say it with me: Jill Knox Rocks!)(Jill Knox thems outta the park!)(Jill Knox Knows Knox-Knox Jokes....)
I'm Dreaming of a BLACK CHRISTMAS
BY Lewis Black
Lewis Black uses his somewhat cynical sense of humor to poke fun at everything from choosing the ideal gift, family gatherings, the Rockefeller Christmas tree, and my personal favorite, receiving that beautiful family photo card from someone that you simply just can't seem to place anywhere or at any time in your life.
Black reveals the traditions of the Christmas season as seen through the eyes of "a Jew who feels like one of the spectators who stands outside the fence and watches those idiots who have chosen to run with the bulls."
Lewis Black warns the reader at the beginning of the book that it is only two percent religion, or the yuletide equivalent of low-fat milk. He also warns that the book contains profanity. It does.
Although he portrays himself as a curmudgeon, there is sensitivity and poignant moments throughout this book, particularly in the final chapter. Here he describes traveling to the Middle East with the USO Christmas tour, Robin Williams, and Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Mike Mullen.
Although he is anti-war, his respect for the military and Admiral Mullen is heartfelt and sincere. He also doesn't like to give Christmas gifts but this last chapter alone is a gift to the reader and reveals another layer of his persona.
Fans of Lewis Black who have laughed at his rants on The Daily Show and guffawed during his HBO Comedy Specials will not be disappointed in this book.
Lewis Black is a stand-up comedian, actor, playwright, and New York Times bestselling author. He has won a Grammy, an Emmy, and an American Comedy Award. He earned a master's degree from the Yale School of Drama and has also written two other books, Me of Little Faith and Nothing's Sacred. |
| We're just wondering.... | |
Hey, David Jacobson - Did you get a holiday card from the White House this year?(Barbara Walters did.) (I did not.)
For those new to the AATH community, our member David Jacobson is a shining example of therapeutic humor in action.
David, manager of the social work team in Tuscon, AZ, was heavily involved with the aftermath of the shootings of Gabby Giffords and the others in January of this past year. After the initial shock of the first several days, there were many instances patients and families used humor and laughter to cope with the tragedy.
In our everyday lives, and in the deepest of sorrows, therapeutic humor can help. |
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MEMBER NEWS
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AATH announces the debut of the new and improved website!
Check it out here!
>>>AATH Member in Australia and "Let's Laugh" Chief Happiness Officer Bronwyn Roberts has been announced as a recipient of the 2012 Kraft Vegemite Toast of a Nation Award! Congrats, Bron!!!! Check out Bron and her mission at http://www.letslaugh.com.au/.
>>>AATH Member Manage Nissanka, MD has published a humor therapy study report. "This pilot study was to find out how using Humor Therapy in Psychiatric Partial Hospital set up can help improve mental functioning when used as an adjunct to traditional therapies. It was thought that if there is enough evidence that humor incorporated in to the PHP curriculum is proven to be helpful, then it could be routinely used in the programs as way of relaxation and improving resilience."
The general conclusion: Humor therapy was helpful in getting patient to feel relaxed, friendly and happy.
>>>AATH Member in Loves Park, city with a heart, Illinois, Kelly Epperson, has completed the inaugural run of her 7-week JOY Beyond Your Dreams life mastery program. Deep and delightful daily emails, coaching calls, discovery tools, and fun surprises to teach women how to take the reins of their own happiness and create a life that really is joyful, meaningful, and fulfilling.
The habits of a healthy, happy woman are the acronym HABITS: HUMOR, Abundance, Beauty, Inner Voice, Trust, and Spirit. The next enrollment begins early 2012. Write to find out more: info@kellyepperson.com.
Bonnie Barchichat announced that her "Senior Comedy Afternoons" held its 1st Anniversary Holiday Show on December 18th at the Astor Classics Event Center in Anaheim. The luncheon was preceded by a walk-thru of the vintage auto museum along with celebrity appearances and performances by several stars from the 40's including Jack Benny.
Bonnie created Senior Comedy Afternoons, Comedy for Seniors by Seniors. All comics are age 50+ and the headliner for the anniversary celebration was 81. Check out Bonnie and Senior Comedy Afternoons at www.seniorcomedyafternoons.com.
Kelly Epperson invites YOU to join the JOY Cruise to ALASKA September 1-8, 2012. Norwegian Cruise Lines "Jewel" - Cruise Alaska's Inside Passage with ports in Skagway, Ketchikan, Juneau, Victoria, British Columbia. We will see Sawyer Glacier. Whale watching, scenic train ride, salmon spawning..... LOTS of excursion options. PLUS so much JOY on the ship! Prices start at just $769. (Sailing to and from Seattle. Airfare is extra.) Questions? Write info at kellyepperson.com or call toll free 888-637-3563.
Send your member news to kelly@kellyepperson.com.
Anyone interested in editorship of the Humor Connection? It's fun, easy, and a great vehicle for self-promotion. :-)
Give me a holler, and I can train you over the phone how to drop stuff into this template. |
HUMOR ACADEMY | | |
Mary Kay Morrison and Barbara Miller gave birth to a very special something. And I'm pretty immaculate conception was involved.
Read all about the HUMOR ACADEMY!
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| AATH JEST FRIENDS | |
If you want a "buddy" to explain more about AATH, request a Jest Friend.
If you are a seasoned AATHer, request to be that Jest Friend for a newbie.
Barbara Grapstein and Dianne McNinch will be matching up the oldies and the newbies, and really appreciate your kindness. Contact: diannetmcninch@yahoo.com.
Many thanks!
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| AATH TELECONFERENCES | | |
One of the benefits of AATH membership is access to ALL the teleconferences to watch at your convenience.
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| Did you know.... | | |
> egg nog has no calories.
> cookies have no calories.
> kissing underneath the mistletoe has no calories.
> AATH welcomes you and your creative input.
> AATH memberships - you can renew or join online.
> AATH memberships and conference registrations make wonderful gifts.
> AATH gifts and gift to AATH are tax deductible.
> your gifts are appreciated deeply and allow the message of healthy humor to continue to "infect" our world
> you are wished happiness, joy, and peace, and a good belly laugh
please note:
> If anyone you know needs a cancer resource, please give them this special "hotline" CTCA number: 877-219-7471.
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