As we all heal from the recent tragic events, you may be asking yourself the question, "how can I be prepared should I find myself in an unthinkable situation in which I need to react quickly to save my life and the lives of those around me?" 

Everyone knows when someone finds something funny.  People instantaneously understand laughter, no matter the language or cultural difference.

Had a bad day and going home to a pint of chocolate ice cream? Is that an act self-pity or self-compassion? And does it make a difference?