Laughing in the Face of Fear

The possibility of using humour as a strategy to confront fear · small and large but particularly in the climate of fear of crime, terrorism promoted by recent events. Fear leads to overwhelm or paralysis and mitigate against rationality. Humour can also be a tool for social justice. Susan Tanner is an environment and social justice advocate, mother of 2 sons, 2 step daughters, 6 step grandchildren and a retired executive, lawyer, tribunal member, mediator, teacher, model, clown and cow hand.
Asha grew up attending church here and now lives in Guelph. She is an aspiring farmer and believes in the power of small-scale, sustainable farming to help create a post-carbon economy. She loves growing food, hanging out with pigs, and dreaming of a better world.