Life is challenging, no doubt about that. Stress may keep you anxious and with time, it can take its toll on you. Many can struggle when dealing with these uncertainties, and it can be hard to have someone encouraging you and help you keep moving forward. My many inspiring guests and their stories will upliftContinue reading “Mark Takes a Happiness Journey with Dr Dan”
Tag Archives: Eldercare
It’s Not Just About Mothers
There’s no better way to honor thy father than to treat him like royalty in his golden years. Happy Father’s Day to all fathers here and beyond. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #agingparents #acupofteaonthecommode #fathersday
For Love of Memoir
In this episode of “For Love of Memoir,” I sit down with Mark Porro, author of A Cup of Tea on the Commode, to talk about the hilarity and heartbreak of caregiving, the power of storytelling, and what it means to show up when it matters most. Mark brings wit, warmth, and hard-earned wisdom toContinue reading “For Love of Memoir”
A Story of Love and Devotion
A podcast that features interviews with the world’s leading health design experts including clinicians, designers, patients, authors and researchers. Mark shares his story of love and devotion chronicled in “A Cup of Tea on the Commode” along with a surprise revelation with host Moyez Jiwa. Click here to listen. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #acupofteaonthecommode #thehealthdesignpodcast
Explore the Absurdity of Life’s Challenges
How do we stay sane, survive, and thrive in today’s world? On the Truth Tastes Funny podcast, writer/comedian Hersh Rephun explores the absurdity of life’s challenges, while engaging with experts who’ve dedicated themselves to finding serious solutions. Join us as Mark Steven Porro shares A Cup of Tea on the Commode with Hersh. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #acupofteaonthecommode #truthtastesfunny
Resilience, Regret, and the Realities of Caregiving
Caregiving strips you bare—it tests your patience, your humor, your strength, and your love. That’s what I learned talking with Mark Steven Porro, who cared for his mother during the final stretch of her life and turned it into a powerful, painfully funny, and deeply human memoir. Mark didn’t sugarcoat the hard stuff—he carried her,Continue reading “Resilience, Regret, and the Realities of Caregiving”
Time to Celebrate Genevieve
My acting teacher once said, “What else is a horn for?” So, here we go a “Tootin’,” and not just for us but for all the love and support we’ve received for A Cup of Tea on the Commode. We couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you. It’s indeed time to celebrate Genevieve. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #acupofteaonthecommode #TootYourOwnHorn
Unscripted to Scripted
The True Fiction Project is an unscripted to scripted podcast series that explores the journey of a story from non-fiction to fiction. It showcases the art of audio storytelling to explore how scripted fiction is inspired by our daily life. Hello, everyone! I am thrilled to visit with Mark Steven Porro, who has led a fascinating life, takingContinue reading “Unscripted to Scripted”
Caregiving with Love
Welcome to another powerful episode of Heart 2 Heart with Keisha B! We talk with Mark Steven Porro, an award-winning designer, writer, director, and now a best-selling, award-winning author of the touching memoir A Cup of Tea on the Commode, about his journey as a full-time caregiver for his 90-year-old mother. When his mother facedContinue reading “Caregiving with Love”
The Beauty in Showing Up
Mark Steven Porro joins “The Art of Rising Podcast” as an actor, author, and devoted son, sharing heartfelt stories of love, loss, creativity, and the healing power of humor. Through his journey in the arts and caregiving, Mark offers a touching reminder of the beauty in showing up with presence, passion, and heart. If youContinue reading “The Beauty in Showing Up”