Author Paul Young will be in Vernon June 8 as a guest of the Emily Dahl Foundation. (Submitted photo)
June 8

The purpose of life: public invited to Vernon event with acclaimed author

May 8, 2021 | 1:00 PM

A Vernon organization is inviting the public to an event to discuss real solutions for mental health.

The Emily Dahl Foundation is presenting Paul Young Tuesday, June 8 ,2021 at the Powerhouse Theatre in Vernon.

Young, 65, is a Canadian author, best known for the best selling book “The Shack.”

Foundation founder Sherman Dahl, who will interview Young that night, says helping others is the goal of the foundation, and of Mr. Young.

“I don’t think anybody doubts that there are bad things happening as a result of disturbing and negative emotions in our society,” Dahl said. “Disturbing emotions, left unchecked, lead to suffering, including in the worst cases, overdose deaths and suicide amongst our children.”

“Negative emotions are also responsible for many other forms of suffering including addictions, health problems, terrible marriages and almost all forms of mental health issues. The question is what, and how…and most importantly, why?,” Dahl stated.

Dahl welcomes people to show their support with their “energy and presence.”

“Focus on the quality of life; not just living it to pass the days.The quality depends on how deeply we live each moment and not the emotional and material comforts. Money, power, prestige may not provide this quality or happiness,” Dahl stated.

You can get more details on the June 8 event here: www.emilydahlfoundation.com

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