winston churchill depression

Photo credit: Wikipedia/YouTube/British Movietone – Winston Churchill turned to bricklaying to combat depression.

Culture, Identity

Winston Churchill battled his depression by staying busy, laying ‘200 bricks’ every day

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Homeowners celebrate the completion of their new home in Cambodia's Siem Reap Province alongside Habitat for Humanity volunteers and staff.

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Culture, Family

A safe, stable home can change lives for the better. Here’s how Habitat for Humanity wants to make that possible for everyone.

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