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During a recent conversation with my cousin, we discussed the following topic. The specifics were a complete mystery to her. I then mentioned this to my wife, and like me, she did not know of the content I was about to disclose. Were you curious?

Winnie-the-Pooh and his group of friends are lovable creatures who all have distinct personalities and unique traits. Here is where the knowledge was lacking.

Each character, including Christopher Robbin, is based on a mental disorder. I will explain each character shortly but let me say I am about 70% piglet and 30% Eeyore myself.

·         Pooh–OCD and eating disorder.

·         Piglet–Generalized Anxiety Disorder

·         Rabbit–Narcissism, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

·         Eeyore–Dysthymic Disorder (depression)

·         Owl–Narcissism

·         Tigger–ADHD

·         Kanga–Social Anxiety Disorder

·         Roo–Autism

There is also the main character of Christopher Robbin who made all these characters up and talks to these animals. He is schizophrenic.

Each of these characters is loved by many, especially children. Little did we know each one digs deeper into mental disorders that are so prevalent in our society today.

Until next time,

Tim

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