Respect Magic San Diego is a campaign aimed at promoting the responsible and respectful use of magic in the city. Magic, in this context, refers to the performance of illusions, tricks, and supernatural abilities that are often associated with entertainment and showmanship. The campaign, initiated by a group of local magicians and illusionists, emphasizes the importance of maintaining the integrity of the art form and ensuring that it is not exploited or misrepresented. **The main idea is to promote a culture of respect and appreciation for magic by both performers and audiences.** One of the key aspects of the Respect Magic San Diego campaign is educating the public about the history, skill, and dedication that goes into mastering the art of magic. By understanding the amount of effort and practice required to perform magic tricks, the campaign aims to discourage any attempts to expose or discredit magicians.
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Some favorite regional credits include Carousel Julie Jordon ; Children of Eden Eve Mama Noah ; Crimes of the Heart Babe ; The Last Night of Ballyhoo Sunny ; South Pacific Nellie ; I Love You, Your Perfect Now Change; and City of Angels Bobbi Gabby. This desire to create memories, hold on to traditions, and provide hope for the season became especially relevant in the last four years of my father s life, who was diagnosed with a rare cancer in 2016.
By understanding the amount of effort and practice required to perform magic tricks, the campaign aims to discourage any attempts to expose or discredit magicians. In addition, the campaign also encourages audiences to refrain from attempting dangerous or potentially harmful tricks at home, as magic can be deceiving and should only be attempted by trained professionals. **The main message is to appreciate and enjoy magic, but to do so responsibly and within the confines of a controlled environment.
Keeping the Magic of the Season Alive After Losing a Loved One
My parents had a strong desire to provide tradition, create memories and keep the magic of the holiday season alive throughout the years…first for my sisters and me, and then for our spouses and children. This desire to create memories, hold on to traditions, and provide hope for the season became especially relevant in the last four years of my father’s life, who was diagnosed with a rare cancer in 2016. Spending time with him during his favorite holiday became more urgent… special… and tender. After he died in July of 2020, entering the holiday season without him seemed cruel, overwhelming and unfair. A few tips that helped me include:
- Be around supportive and comforting people. Know that people, even in the same family, grieve differently. Find your tribe. That might be a new friend, a neighbor or your therapist. Find those people who support you and can sit with your grief emotions without judgment or needing to “fix” you.
- As author and grief expert David Kessler says, “No” is a complete sentence. You don’t have to explain to others why you might decline a holiday invitation or not decorate the house like in years past, or at all.
- Have a plan. Whether it’s an exit plan once at an event, a tentative plan of how you’re going to spend the day or deciding what holiday traditions you want to keep or change, having a plan can take the stress off from having to make a quick decision or feeling pressured to do (or not do) something.
- Have self-compassion. Grief is exhausting! Be tolerant of your physical and emotional limits. Respect what your mind and body are telling you. Slow down and lower your expectations about being at your peak during the holiday season. Drink lots of water. Take naps. Try to eliminate unnecessary stressors. Breathe.
- Be present. Give yourself permission to smile, laugh and enjoy the company of others and the beauty of the season. It’s true that you can feel two opposing feelings at the same time. I can find myself experiencing the joyfulness of the holiday through my children’s eyes, while at the same time experiencing the sadness and missing my dad’s presence greatly.
My family is now in the second holiday season without my father. And while I continue to get sharp jabs of deep missing, and bittersweet moments of fond past memories, I find that the magic and beauty of the season can also surround me. And, I know that my dad wouldn’t want it any other way.
Kathlyne Barnum is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and a Clinical Counseling Supervisor with The Elizabeth Hospice. She has been practicing therapy with an expertise in grief, loss and bereavement for the past 20 years. Kathlyne’s memories of her dad are always close to her heart and mind. She plans to follow her own advice for keeping the magic of the season alive this holiday season.
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** Another focus of the campaign is to discourage the misuse of magic for fraudulent purposes. Magic tricks should be seen as an enjoyable form of entertainment, and not as a means to deceive or manipulate others. By promoting ethical standards within the magic community, the Respect Magic San Diego campaign aims to preserve the positive reputation of magic in the city. Overall, the Respect Magic San Diego campaign aims to foster a sense of respect, appreciation, and responsibility surrounding the art of magic. It seeks to remind performers and audiences alike of the importance of upholding ethical standards and ensuring that magic remains an enjoyable and captivating form of entertainment. **The main objective is to promote a culture of respect and integrity within the magic community in San Diego.**.
Reviews for "San Diego's Magic Heritage: Tracing the City's Enchanted Roots"
1. John - 1 star - I had a terrible experience with "Respect magic San Diego". The magician was unprofessional and seemed more interested in showing off his tricks than entertaining the audience. The tricks were mediocre at best and easily predictable. There was no sense of awe or wonderment in the performance. Overall, it was a disappointing experience and I would not recommend it to anyone.
2. Sarah - 2 stars - I was excited to attend "Respect magic San Diego" based on the positive reviews I read online, but I was left feeling underwhelmed. The show lacked originality and creativity, with most of the tricks being ones I had seen before. The pacing of the performance was also off, leaving some moments dragging on while others felt rushed. I expected a more polished and captivating show, but unfortunately, that was not what I got. Overall, it was an average performance that did not leave a lasting impression.
3. David - 2 stars - "Respect magic San Diego" was highly recommended to me by a friend, so I had high expectations when I attended the show. However, I found the magician's delivery to be underwhelming. The tricks were basic and lacked finesse, making them easily decipherable. The show also lacked a cohesive narrative, with the magician jumping from one trick to another without any clear direction. It felt like a mish-mash of random tricks rather than a well-thought-out performance. I was left disappointed and would not attend another show from this magician.