24. Episode 22: Crutches, Current Crisis, Middle Momentum, and How Relative Relationships Helped Before and After September 11

Disclaimer: Rob didn't personally know anyone killed in the attacks, in NYC/VA/PA. In this extended episode, Rob mentions the irony of  a popular word used in current events. Rob used a thought of the day from singer/songwriter Jon Bon Jovi. 

Then, Rob talked about early exposure to crutch crisis through adapting to situational circumstances. He made a comparison between baseball in the 1980s and not knowing the right answer. He used a seasonal slowdown in the spring of 2001 to move to Brooklyn, NY to further his independence. Next, he talked about the concept of the zone of proximal development by Lev Vygotsky..

 Rob started developing new relationships with extended family. He found new connections through finding out about how his uncle lost his job after NAFTA. His uncle later informed him of the attacks on September 11. He and other people saw surreal circumstances. He talked about news reports about Ed Beyea and Abe Zalmonowitz who died together at the World Trade Center. He talked about how the Five for Fighting song Superman became an empowering anthem. Finally, he talked about finding the true value behind a coin collection.

Here is the information on the 9/11 memorial.