Norman Cousins

1915 - 1990

Advocate, Author and Journalist

Norman Cousins was a visionary American journalist and peace advocate who served as a vital, secret diplomatic bridge between JFK and Khrushchev to help avert nuclear war. He famously pioneered the field of mind-body medicine by using laughter, positive mindset, and high-dose Vitamin C to completely recover from a debilitating, life-threatening illness.

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About Norman Cousins

Norman Cousins was a visionary American journalist and peace advocate who served as a vital, secret diplomatic bridge between JFK and Khrushchev to help avert nuclear war. He famously pioneered the field of mind-body medicine by using laughter, positive mindset, and high-dose Vitamin C to completely recover from a debilitating, life-threatening illness.

Notable Works

Norman Cousins wrote revolutionary books like Anatomy of an Illness, which transformed modern medicine by proving how laughter and positive emotions physically heal the body. He also authored urgent geopolitical works like Modern Man Is Obsolete, advocating for global cooperation and nuclear disarmament to protect humanity's future.

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