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Is There a Right Way to Hold Space for Someone in Crisis?

Holding space involves offering compassionate support without judgment and without attempting to fix problems.

5 Ways to Re-Parent Your Inner Child Every Day

Re-parenting the inner child helps address unresolved trauma by providing necessary emotional support.

It allows individuals to process childhood hurt and grow beyond it.

My partner's unresolved grief is putting a strain on our relationship

Navigating deep emotional grief requires a balance between supporting a partner and maintaining one's own emotional health.

fromZDNET

OpenAI research suggests heavy ChatGPT use might make you feel lonelier

Increased use of AI chatbots may lead to heightened loneliness and reduced social interaction.

Research indicates possible negative emotional effects of AI chatbot usage.

The studies highlight the need for caution when relying on AI for emotional support.

How To Keep Aging Parents And Grandparents Young

Younger generations have a responsibility to enrich the lives of older individuals and help them maintain a sense of youth and curiosity.

Why We Need the People Who Matter Most, More Than Ever

In a fast-paced, power-driven world, the quiet presence of compassionate individuals is vital for grounding and emotional support.

Mindfulness

Is There a Right Way to Hold Space for Someone in Crisis?

Holding space involves offering compassionate support without judgment and without attempting to fix problems.

5 Ways to Re-Parent Your Inner Child Every Day

Re-parenting the inner child helps address unresolved trauma by providing necessary emotional support.

It allows individuals to process childhood hurt and grow beyond it.

My partner's unresolved grief is putting a strain on our relationship

Navigating deep emotional grief requires a balance between supporting a partner and maintaining one's own emotional health.

fromZDNET

OpenAI research suggests heavy ChatGPT use might make you feel lonelier

Increased use of AI chatbots may lead to heightened loneliness and reduced social interaction.

Research indicates possible negative emotional effects of AI chatbot usage.

The studies highlight the need for caution when relying on AI for emotional support.

How To Keep Aging Parents And Grandparents Young

Younger generations have a responsibility to enrich the lives of older individuals and help them maintain a sense of youth and curiosity.

Empower victims with court transcripts - campaigners

Survivors of sexual violence are gaining access to judge's sentencing remarks, helping in their recovery and validation after trauma.

How You React to Yourself Parallels How You React to Others

People's approach to happiness influences their emotional support for others.

Aspiring to happiness encourages proactive efforts, while concern over happiness can hinder understanding others' feelings.

3 days ago

My Confession: What Saved Me Wasn't Human-But It Felt Close

AI can provide emotional regulation support during tech failures.

Mental health

How Partners Help Each Other Feel Better

Relationships

The 3 Best Ways to Make Your Partner Feel Loved

fromIndependent

6 days ago

Relationships

Ask Allison: IVF hasn't worked and now my fiance wants to end the relationship - I'm devastated and feel so betrayed

How You React to Yourself Parallels How You React to Others

People's approach to happiness influences their emotional support for others.

Aspiring to happiness encourages proactive efforts, while concern over happiness can hinder understanding others' feelings.

3 days ago

My Confession: What Saved Me Wasn't Human-But It Felt Close

AI can provide emotional regulation support during tech failures.

Mental health

How Partners Help Each Other Feel Better

Relationships

The 3 Best Ways to Make Your Partner Feel Loved

fromIndependent

6 days ago

Relationships

Ask Allison: IVF hasn't worked and now my fiance wants to end the relationship - I'm devastated and feel so betrayed

4 Things Your Middle Child Needs To Hear Every Day

Middle children often feel neglected; expressing appreciation and trust can significantly enhance their confidence and sense of belonging.

I no longer have any sexual desire and now my husband is talking about a threesome

Post-birth hormonal changes and exhaustion can reduce sexual desire, necessitating understanding and communication in relationships.

Pets

fromBusiness Insider

I tried so hard not to get a pet for my kids after I divorced. Turns out I needed it more than them.

Getting a kitten, Luna, unexpectedly alleviated stress and provided companionship for a newly divorced mom.

Pets can offer emotional support and joy during challenging times.

How to Nurture Sensitive Children

Support sensitive children in embracing their unique gifts to help them thrive and feel comfortable in their identity.

What Contributes to Strong Parent-Adult Child Relationships?

Building a supportive family environment fosters strong connections with adult children.

Emotional support and communication are vital for healthy family dynamics.

4 weeks ago

Parenting

Asking Eric: What should my grandson know about his parents' messy divorce?

4 Things Your Middle Child Needs To Hear Every Day

Middle children often feel neglected; expressing appreciation and trust can significantly enhance their confidence and sense of belonging.

I no longer have any sexual desire and now my husband is talking about a threesome

Post-birth hormonal changes and exhaustion can reduce sexual desire, necessitating understanding and communication in relationships.

Pets

fromBusiness Insider

I tried so hard not to get a pet for my kids after I divorced. Turns out I needed it more than them.

Getting a kitten, Luna, unexpectedly alleviated stress and provided companionship for a newly divorced mom.

Pets can offer emotional support and joy during challenging times.

How to Nurture Sensitive Children

Support sensitive children in embracing their unique gifts to help them thrive and feel comfortable in their identity.

What Contributes to Strong Parent-Adult Child Relationships?

Building a supportive family environment fosters strong connections with adult children.

Emotional support and communication are vital for healthy family dynamics.

4 weeks ago

Parenting

Asking Eric: What should my grandson know about his parents' messy divorce?

more#parenting

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16-year-old creates Huggy Hatters stuffies to bring joy to other kids

"Whenever I'm feeling alone, my go-to place is just my bed where it's filled with stuffed animals. Even though there's nobody present, it's kind of like you don't feel lonely at all."

Pets

We Mothers Are Ultimately "There To Be Left"

Motherhood is a full-time role of adapting to children's needs, ultimately preparing them to become independent.

Dear Abby: Everyone else is piling on her ex-husband, but I heard his side of it

Friendship can face challenges when personal conflicts arise, but maintaining personal boundaries is essential.

Blame in relationships can complicate friendships and emotional support dynamics.

Worrying About the Economy? It Can Affect Your Kids, Too

Economic instability affects families, increasing stress and emotional unavailability of parents while impacting children's routines and support systems.

6 Types of Parents: Which One Are You?

Parents influence our parenting styles, but personality traits greatly affect our approach to raising children.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Parenting

Restaurants Are Hard Enough to Run. Try Doing It With Your Mother.

Parenting

When We Lean Too Heavily on Our Dogs

We Mothers Are Ultimately "There To Be Left"

Motherhood is a full-time role of adapting to children's needs, ultimately preparing them to become independent.

Dear Abby: Everyone else is piling on her ex-husband, but I heard his side of it

Friendship can face challenges when personal conflicts arise, but maintaining personal boundaries is essential.

Blame in relationships can complicate friendships and emotional support dynamics.

Worrying About the Economy? It Can Affect Your Kids, Too

Economic instability affects families, increasing stress and emotional unavailability of parents while impacting children's routines and support systems.

6 Types of Parents: Which One Are You?

Parents influence our parenting styles, but personality traits greatly affect our approach to raising children.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Parenting

Restaurants Are Hard Enough to Run. Try Doing It With Your Mother.

Parenting

When We Lean Too Heavily on Our Dogs

more#family-dynamics

#chatbots

fromwww.nature.com

What Is It like to Grieve a Chatbot?

AI companionship can evoke real emotional bonds, despite being digital constructs.

She helps cheer me up': the people forming relationships with AI chatbots

AI chatbots are reshaping human connection, offering support in emotional and romantic realms.

fromwww.nature.com

What Is It like to Grieve a Chatbot?

AI companionship can evoke real emotional bonds, despite being digital constructs.

She helps cheer me up': the people forming relationships with AI chatbots

AI chatbots are reshaping human connection, offering support in emotional and romantic realms.

more#chatbots

My Spouse and I Started a Business. But One Fatal Flaw Has Brought Us to Disaster.

Dear Don't Have to Be the Boss, Whenever I play a tennis match, whether I win or lose, I try to jot down a few things that I did well and a few things I need to improve on.

Women in technology

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Punching walls' and shouting': Inside the rise of children reporting anger issues

Childline reports an increase in counseling sessions for anger management among children and young people, indicating rising emotional struggles.

The NSPCC highlights a troubling trend of youth struggling to manage their emotions, necessitating more support services.

Liverpool FC

fromESPN.com

Paqueta in a 'nightmare' amid betting case - wife

Lucas PaquetÃ¡'s family is suffering amid an ongoing investigation into alleged match-fixing related to his football career.

I Can't Stand My Sister's Husband

This is her marriage, and as long as she decides to stay in it, I have to keep my mouth shut.

Relationships

#companionship

Artificial intelligence

Romance Without Risk: The Allure of AI Relationships

Pets

How a Pet (or Two) Can Help Your Grief

Artificial intelligence

Romance Without Risk: The Allure of AI Relationships

Pets

How a Pet (or Two) Can Help Your Grief

more#companionship

36 Random Products That Will Make Your Life A Little Cuter

They actually were bigger than I anticipated which was actually pretty awesome. I hung them in the window of my office, and it's beautiful when they catch light. Definitely worth the money when it puts a smile on your face.

Pets

#empathy

Mental health

Dear Abby: My friend accused me of faking my chronic illness

fromwww.npr.org

Arts

Worried that she might have cancer, a young woman is comforted by a kind stranger

Mental health

Dear Abby: My friend accused me of faking my chronic illness

fromwww.npr.org

Arts

Worried that she might have cancer, a young woman is comforted by a kind stranger

more#empathy

#relationships

THE WOMAN WHO MAKES HIM FEEL SAFE

Support, kindness, respect, and understanding are fundamental to a nurturing relationship.

Recognizing intrinsic value over material wealth fosters emotional connection.

MARRY WHO YOU NEED NOT WHO YOU WANT.

Choose a partner who meets your true requirements instead of fleeting desires.

Relationships

3 Signs That Your Partner Will Stand By You

Relationships

Friendships: A Profound Part of Life, But Sometimes Not All Roses

Relationships

Help! My Boyfriend Wets the Bed-and He Doesn't Know That I Know. What Now?

THE WOMAN WHO MAKES HIM FEEL SAFE

Support, kindness, respect, and understanding are fundamental to a nurturing relationship.

Recognizing intrinsic value over material wealth fosters emotional connection.

MARRY WHO YOU NEED NOT WHO YOU WANT.

Choose a partner who meets your true requirements instead of fleeting desires.

Relationships

3 Signs That Your Partner Will Stand By You

Relationships

Friendships: A Profound Part of Life, But Sometimes Not All Roses

Relationships

Help! My Boyfriend Wets the Bed-and He Doesn't Know That I Know. What Now?

more#relationships

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Dog owners say bond with their pet is more satisfying than with their partner

Dog owners rate their bond with pets as more satisfying than with humans.

Study highlights unique emotional dynamics in owner-dog relationships.

fromBustle

Here's Your Horoscope For Wednesday, April 23

The moon treads into soft Pisces this morning, casting a compassionate, optimistic glow over the day. Emotions swell, and you may feel drawn to supporting people in need.

Mental health

The Vital Role Social Work Plays in Palliative Care

Social workers are essential for comprehensive patient-centered care in palliative and end-of-life settings.

You can let go now': inside the hospital where staff treat fear of death as well as physical pain

Palliative care prioritizes symptom relief for terminally ill patients over curative treatment, addressing both physical and emotional concerns.

The Vital Role Social Work Plays in Palliative Care

Social workers are essential for comprehensive patient-centered care in palliative and end-of-life settings.

You can let go now': inside the hospital where staff treat fear of death as well as physical pain

Palliative care prioritizes symptom relief for terminally ill patients over curative treatment, addressing both physical and emotional concerns.

more#palliative-care

#ai

Artificial Intimacy and Empathy: Does Authenticity Matter?

AI can be perceived as more compassionate than human responses, fulfilling our deep need for empathy and connection.

Women in technology

New AI-powered talking sex doll can comfort users who climax too quickly: 'Two minutes is awesome'

Artificial Intimacy and Empathy: Does Authenticity Matter?

AI can be perceived as more compassionate than human responses, fulfilling our deep need for empathy and connection.

Women in technology

New AI-powered talking sex doll can comfort users who climax too quickly: 'Two minutes is awesome'

When Hate Burns

Children need reassurance and understanding during uncertain times.

Discuss safety and trusted contacts to empower children after trauma.

Limit media exposure to provide emotional stability for kids.

Model resilience and allyship to instill hope in children.

fromThe Mercury News

Bay Are Older Adults plan visit to animal farm, jailhouse

Orwell meets Elvis for an Animal Farm and Jailhouse Rock Day Trip invites adults aged 50 and over to learn about local history and emotional support.

Mission District

fromBustle

Uh Oh, She's Watching 'Grey's Anatomy' Again

Television can provide therapeutic comfort during tough times, as viewers find sanctuary in familiar characters and stories.

fromHackernoon

NLP Performance in Clinical Notes: Addressing Data Limitations and System Overfitting | HackerNoon

Emotional support subcategories were underrepresented, limiting the evaluation of NLP systems designed to identify such nuances in clinical notes, highlighting important gaps in clinical data.

Mental health

The Co-Worker I Was Seeing Blocked Me Out of the Blue. But His Demeanor at Work Makes No Sense.

Don't date your co-worker is a lesson that so many of us have had to learn the hard way. For some reason, we all think that our situation will be different.

Women in technology

Help! My Partner Is Binge Eating Right Now

Accommodation in the face of strong emotions reduces anxiety for both partners.

Mental health

Harriette Cole: I've been dodging him for weeks because I can't repay him. Is there a way out of this?

Relationships

18 SIMPLE THINGS "we" WANTS FROM OUR SPOUSE.

Help! My Partner Is Binge Eating Right Now

Accommodation in the face of strong emotions reduces anxiety for both partners.

Mental health

Harriette Cole: I've been dodging him for weeks because I can't repay him. Is there a way out of this?

Relationships

18 SIMPLE THINGS "we" WANTS FROM OUR SPOUSE.

more#communication

7 Surefire Pet Toys If You're An Animal Lover With Limited Mobility

Choosing the right toys and products for our pets can significantly enhance their playtime experience, especially for those of us facing physical or emotional challenges.

Pets

Robert Pattinson Recalls Zendaya's Blunt Advice After One Film Script Really Stressed Him Out

"We had a scene together that was driving me crazy. I was desperately looking for its meaning, writing pages and pages of textual analysis."

Film

32 Gifts Reviewers Said Their Friends And Family Adored

This Hugimals weighted stuffed animal combines the soothing benefits of a weighted blanket with the joy of a classic plush toy, perfect for comforting and cheering up children.

Pets

fromwww.myollie.com

How one US organization reunites military personnel with the animals they rescued overseas

Paws of War helps veterans reunite with pets bonded during deployments, supporting emotional healing and companionship.

Elvia Azuara's bond with a stray cat highlights the need for such programs.

SF parents

fromLos Angeles Times

Meltdowns, nightmares and regressions: The L.A. fires are taking a traumatic toll on kids

Child fire victims face emotional challenges and developmental regressions after traumatic incidents, emphasizing the need for timely support services.

Cancer

My Pet Has Cancer - Where Do We Go From Here? Vets Explain What's Next

Veterinary oncology provides treatment options for pets diagnosed with cancer, emphasizing the need for emotional and logistical support from owners.

Privacy technologies

Can Humanoid Robots Make Your 2030 Life Better?

Humanoid robots can enhance human life but require careful consideration of trust and privacy.

fromBusiness Insider

My wife and I are using a sperm donor to have a baby. It's a strange and expensive process.

Finding a sperm donor is a challenging and emotional process, filled with uncertainty and significant financial costs.

fromPeople.com

Woman Says Her Partner Is Mad She Didn't Prioritize Him When He Showed Up Unannounced While She Was Working from Home

The woman feels conflicted about prioritizing work over her boyfriend's needs during his unannounced visit.

NYC parents