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June 2018 n Beachwood Buzz 1 2 Beachwood Buzz n June 2018 Letter from THE EDITOR By Debby Zelman Rapoport ast month I attended TEDxAkron, a program that featured 14 local speakers, each of whom made it through an audition process to Lcreate a TED talk. TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks. TEDx spreads the program through local markets. Speakers talked about won’t change unless we act to in reflective listening, such as, now and then. customer service, civil liberties, change it. “I hear that you are having a diversity and anti-racism. A spo- NAMI shared good news: bad day today. Yes, some days Things to Avoid Doing: ken-word artist inspired young “Stigma is 100% curable. Com- are certainly more challenging • Criticizing, blaming or raising people to be their best, authen- passion, empathy and under- than others. I understand.” your voice. tic version; and June Scharf, a standing are the antidote. Your • Instead of directing the conver- • Talking too much, too rapidly, journalist and contributor to voice can spread the cure.” sation with “you” statements, too loudly. Silence and pauses Beachwood Buzz, shared her When people are closed off, use “I” statements. are okay. story of transforming weakness they may have hidden wounds • Be a good listener, be respon- • Showing any form of hostility. to strength. that need nurturing. Often, sive and make eye contact. • Assuming things about them Christine Tackett, a nurse and those affected with mental • Ask appropriate questions, or their situation. educator, shared her proactive health conditions want to be but don’t pry. • Being sarcastic or making approach to mind, body and heard. One way to get them to • Share some easy insights as a jokes about their condition. spiritual wellness. Three words talk, once they’re ready, is by way of encouraging conversa- • Patronizing them or saying from her presentation stuck with listening. And a good way to tion. For example, talk about anything condescending. me long after the curtains closed. persuade someone to keep the the weather or the community. She explained why the words “tell conversation going is to say, “tell • Reduce defensiveness by shar- me more” are life changers. me more.” ing your feelings and looking NAMI shared good news: I bring this up because of its Because one-in-five Ameri- for common ground. immediate relevance. This issue cans lives with a mental health • Speak at an age- and devel- “Stigma is 100% curable. of Beachwood Buzz falls on the condition, you are likely to opmentally-appropriate level. Compassion, empathy tail end of Mental Health Month, encounter someone with mental Keep in mind that mental and understanding are recognized by the National illness in your family or daily life. illness has nothing to do with Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) If you are unsure of how best to a person’s intelligence. the antidote. Your voice and the rest of the country to approach them, NAMI provides • Be conscientious of another’s can spread the cure.” raise mental health awareness. these tips: feelings. Each year, millions of Americans • Talk to him or her in a space • Genuinely express your concern. face the reality of living with a that is comfortable, where • Offer support and connect the For more information about mental illness, and each year, there are minimal distractions subject to outside resources dealing with mental health NAMI fights stigma, provides and you aren’t likely to be as needed. Ask, “How can I issues, visit www.nami.org. And, support, educates the public interrupted. help?” if you have any story ideas for and advocates for policies that • Gradually ease into the con- • Provide hope for recovery. future issues of Beachwood support people with mental versation. The person may not Buzz, please, “tell me more” by illness and their families. want to talk, and that is okay. Things to Avoid Saying: emailing beachwoodbuzz@ This year’s theme, “Cure Stig- Greet him or her with kind- • Just pray about it. gmail.com. ma,” highlights that one-in-five ness. Sometimes less is more. • You just need to change your Americans is affected by mental • Be sure to speak in a relaxed attitude. Wishing you a happy, healthy health conditions. Stigma is toxic and calm manner. • Stop harping on the negative, month of June! to their mental health because • Communicate in a straightfor- you should just start living. it creates an environment of ward manner and stick to one • Everyone feels that way some- shame, fear and silence that topic at a time. times. prevents many people from • Be respectful, compassion- • You have the same illness as seeking help and treatment. ate and empathetic to the my . This perception of mental illness person’s feelings by engaging • Yes, we all feel a little crazy June 2018 n Beachwood Buzz 3 WE ARE THE DIFFERENCE IN DEALERS Ron and Michael Leikin Mercedes-Benz of Willoughby * Brett Leikin Brian Rapoport EXCEPTIONAL OFFERS on all of our new and pre-owned vehicles! THETHE ALL-NEW ALL-NEW 2019 2019 XC40 XC40 SUV SUV Leikin Motor Companies family owned and operated HASHAS ARRIVED ARRIVED AT AT OUR OUR DEALERSHIP DEALERSHIP for 50 years, is your source for quality vehicles from StopStop In In & & Test Test Drive! Drive! Mercedes-Benz and Volvo. We have a large inventory of new and certified pre-owned vehicles available for immediate delivery. Our sales, service, parts and body shop departments are here for you! 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June Scharf The new director of Fetal Surgery at Cleveland Clinic can draw a Contributing Writer Mercedes-Benz direct connection between the emergence of his interest in taking things apart and fixing them, as he does in surgery, with time spent Jerry Zelman of Willoughby Vice President of Operations messing around with cars, as he did when he was a teenager. Read the full story that begins on page 6 to learn more about Dr. Letters to the Editor Beachwood Buzz welcomes Darrell Cass and his journey. all Letters to the Editor. Please send all letters via email to [email protected]. Cover photo by Scott Morrison, Discovery Photo. Calendar Section Please send information about clubs, organizations, events and meetings to [email protected]. The * City Council Update • Pages 28-32 deadline is the 10th of each month. 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