PinnedJoan Westenbergin@westenbergThe Anxiety EpidemicWhy anxiety is killing us, and how to draw the lineJul 1648Jul 1648
Joan WestenberginThere Will Be No Violins: A NovelThere Will Be No Violins: 1.In the beginning, reality was fresh and crisp. Like a just-opened bag of potato chips.2d ago52d ago5
Joan Westenbergin@westenbergThe F-Word We’re Too Fucking Scared to SayHere’s a question for you.3d ago713d ago71
Joan Westenbergin@westenbergFuck Looking for the Helpers. Be One.We’ve all heard it. That warm, comforting advice from everyone’s favorite cardigan-wearing television neighbor: “Look for the helpers.”…5d ago75d ago7
Joan Westenbergin@westenbergThe Truth Behind Authoritarian ‘Economic Miracles’The Right-Wing Money Miracle Doesn’t Exist6d ago106d ago10
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Joan Westenbergin@westenbergUnsolicited medical advice fucking sucks.I’ll say it. I’m fucking sick of unsolicited medical advice.Jul 910Jul 910
Joan Westenbergin@westenbergFate and free will in a fucked up world2024 has been rough, man. I’m not going to sugarcoat it.Jul 529Jul 529