#support-systems
#support-systems

Dear Abby: My in-laws think my surgeries are a joke

It's healthy to distance yourself from unsupportive family members.

Feeling hurt is valid when expectations in familial relationships are unmet.

People Who Went No-Contact With Their Children Are Sharing What The Final Straw Was

Parenting complexities can arise from past decisions, with deep emotional impacts resulting from disconnection and misunderstanding between parents and children.

Mental health

Navigating the Mental Strain of Gendered Caregiving

Caregiving roles remain gendered, with women assuming most unpaid responsibilities, impacting their mental health.

Complex caregiver dynamics lead to emotional strain, exacerbated by lack of support and unresolved family issues.

Asking Eric: Doesn't the mom see how her dream trip looks to her anxious daughter?

The struggles of adoptees often stem from relational dynamics rather than genetics, highlighting the importance of support systems in recovery.

The Silent Struggles of Neurotypical Siblings

Neurotypical siblings carry invisible emotional burdens while caring for siblings with disabilities.

They often develop a sense of hyper-responsibility and suppress their own needs.

Support systems are essential for healthy emotional development.

from24/7 Wall St.

Dave Ramsey helped us figure out how to stop financially supporting our extended family - this is how we did it

Prioritize your financial future over family financial obligations.

Dear Abby: My in-laws think my surgeries are a joke

It's healthy to distance yourself from unsupportive family members.

Feeling hurt is valid when expectations in familial relationships are unmet.

People Who Went No-Contact With Their Children Are Sharing What The Final Straw Was

Parenting complexities can arise from past decisions, with deep emotional impacts resulting from disconnection and misunderstanding between parents and children.

Mental health

Navigating the Mental Strain of Gendered Caregiving

Caregiving roles remain gendered, with women assuming most unpaid responsibilities, impacting their mental health.

Complex caregiver dynamics lead to emotional strain, exacerbated by lack of support and unresolved family issues.

Asking Eric: Doesn't the mom see how her dream trip looks to her anxious daughter?

The struggles of adoptees often stem from relational dynamics rather than genetics, highlighting the importance of support systems in recovery.

The Silent Struggles of Neurotypical Siblings

Neurotypical siblings carry invisible emotional burdens while caring for siblings with disabilities.

They often develop a sense of hyper-responsibility and suppress their own needs.

Support systems are essential for healthy emotional development.

from24/7 Wall St.

Dave Ramsey helped us figure out how to stop financially supporting our extended family - this is how we did it

Prioritize your financial future over family financial obligations.

more#family-dynamics

#mental-health

I adore my children. I'm also scared that one day my son will kill me

Many women live in fear of their sons, who struggle with mental health and social issues, reflecting a systemic failure in support.

Women in technology

The Female Neurodivergent Experience

Neurodivergence in women changes dynamically, influenced by life transitions and necessitating tailored support.

NYC parents

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Students with Disabilities Deserve Fair Treatment, Not Suspensions

Disciplinary removal can hinder vulnerable students' education, especially those with disabilities; schools need to prioritize support over punishment.

Advocacy can turn disciplinary removals into reinvestment opportunities for students at risk.

fromwww.gottman.com

What Defines a Toxic Relationship?

Toxic relationships can severely impact mental health and emotional well-being.

Wealthy People Are Sharing The Moment They Realized They Were Rich, And I'm Crying In Broke

Personal connections and resources greatly impact outcomes in the justice system.

Do You Have to Forgive Someone Who Abused You?

Many survivors feel undue pressure to forgive their abuser(s).

Societal and faith teachings often compel early forgiveness, hindering genuine healing.

Marginalized groups face intensified pressure to forgive, complicating their trauma recovery.

I adore my children. I'm also scared that one day my son will kill me

Many women live in fear of their sons, who struggle with mental health and social issues, reflecting a systemic failure in support.

Women in technology

The Female Neurodivergent Experience

Neurodivergence in women changes dynamically, influenced by life transitions and necessitating tailored support.

NYC parents

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Students with Disabilities Deserve Fair Treatment, Not Suspensions

Disciplinary removal can hinder vulnerable students' education, especially those with disabilities; schools need to prioritize support over punishment.

Advocacy can turn disciplinary removals into reinvestment opportunities for students at risk.

fromwww.gottman.com

What Defines a Toxic Relationship?

Toxic relationships can severely impact mental health and emotional well-being.

Wealthy People Are Sharing The Moment They Realized They Were Rich, And I'm Crying In Broke

Personal connections and resources greatly impact outcomes in the justice system.

Do You Have to Forgive Someone Who Abused You?

Many survivors feel undue pressure to forgive their abuser(s).

Societal and faith teachings often compel early forgiveness, hindering genuine healing.

Marginalized groups face intensified pressure to forgive, complicating their trauma recovery.

Would You Raise Kids With Your Friends?

Parents are seeking stronger support systems and reconnecting with friends to maintain relationships as they navigate parenting and life's challenges.

Relationships

Ask Allison: My unhappily married friend had a one night stand and swore me to secrecy. Can I tell my husband?

Parenting

Making new mom friends is just like dating. For every great catch, there are several duds you need to weed through first.

Relationships

Can "Mission: Impossible" Teach Us to Be Active Bystanders?

fromScary Mommy

Women in technology

Kathryn Hahn Shares Such A Powerful Message About Growing Old With Your Women Friends

fromFortune

Women

Melinda French Gates tells Oprah Winfrey she runs every major life decision by her three closest female friends: 'They are my truth council'

fromThe Atlantic

Would You Raise Kids With Your Friends?

Parents are seeking stronger support systems and reconnecting with friends to maintain relationships as they navigate parenting and life's challenges.

Relationships

Ask Allison: My unhappily married friend had a one night stand and swore me to secrecy. Can I tell my husband?

Parenting

Making new mom friends is just like dating. For every great catch, there are several duds you need to weed through first.

Relationships

Can "Mission: Impossible" Teach Us to Be Active Bystanders?

fromScary Mommy

Women in technology

Kathryn Hahn Shares Such A Powerful Message About Growing Old With Your Women Friends

fromFortune

Women

Melinda French Gates tells Oprah Winfrey she runs every major life decision by her three closest female friends: 'They are my truth council'

When the Help Doesn't Help, Is It Gaslighting?

Fertility gaslighting dismisses emotional experiences, affecting mental health.

Awareness of gaslighting is crucial for emotional safety in fertility.

Clear boundaries are essential to maintain trust in personal experiences.

Parenting

I was laid off right after I found out I was pregnant. I wouldn't wish it on anyone.

Pets

What It's Like to Lose a Pet: 4 Lessons About How We Grieve

When the Help Doesn't Help, Is It Gaslighting?

Fertility gaslighting dismisses emotional experiences, affecting mental health.

Awareness of gaslighting is crucial for emotional safety in fertility.

Clear boundaries are essential to maintain trust in personal experiences.

Parenting

I was laid off right after I found out I was pregnant. I wouldn't wish it on anyone.

Pets

What It's Like to Lose a Pet: 4 Lessons About How We Grieve

more#emotional-health

Do You Grow Out of Autism?

Autism is a lifelong condition, not just a childhood phase.

Parenting a Child With Autism: 4 Realities I Wish I Knew Sooner

Understanding autism requires recognizing different needs and approaches, as traditional systems can be insufficient or misaligned.

Higher education

Where Neurodiverse College Students Can Be Themselves

Do You Grow Out of Autism?

Autism is a lifelong condition, not just a childhood phase.

Parenting a Child With Autism: 4 Realities I Wish I Knew Sooner

Understanding autism requires recognizing different needs and approaches, as traditional systems can be insufficient or misaligned.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Higher education

Where Neurodiverse College Students Can Be Themselves

more#neurodiversity

#domestic-violence

UK news

Abuse survivors charged hundreds of pounds to hide address when seeking debt help

fromIrish Independent

fromwww.independent.co.uk

UK news

The Irish Independent's View: Domestic violence training for gardai must be stepped up

UK news

Abuse survivors charged hundreds of pounds to hide address when seeking debt help

fromIrish Independent

UK news

The Irish Independent's View: Domestic violence training for gardai must be stepped up

more#domestic-violence

The Hidden Struggles of Inclusive Classrooms

Inclusion benefits all learners, but teachers must receive adequate training, time, and resources to effectively integrate students with varying needs into the classroom.

Online learning

A New Novel Explores Teen Parenthood

Teen moms face financial problems, social stigma, family conflict, and other unique challenges that complicate motherhood and highlight the need for greater support.

Parenting

fromLos Angeles Times

3 weeks ago

Onetime gangbanger finds redemption in fatherhood

My parents didn't give me that attention, or that love, you know what I mean? All that, I found in the streets, by my older homeboys.

Parenting

An OpenAI exec says she was diagnosed with breast cancer and that ChatGPT has helped her navigate it

Kate Rouch's cancer diagnosis underscores the importance of health, support, and the role of technology in personal recovery.

Healthcare

'Even when I got cancer, as a school secretary I was entitled to just three days' paid leave' - how key workers have so few protections

Women in technology

An OpenAI exec says she was diagnosed with breast cancer and that ChatGPT has helped her navigate it

Kate Rouch's cancer diagnosis underscores the importance of health, support, and the role of technology in personal recovery.

Healthcare

'Even when I got cancer, as a school secretary I was entitled to just three days' paid leave' - how key workers have so few protections

Why Being Cut Off by Family Can Hurt More Than Trauma Itself

Invalidating family responses can exacerbate trauma for survivors.

Familial estrangement creates a profound sense of loss and pain.

Choosing supportive connections is crucial for the healing process.

fromFast Company

These are the 3 steps that every new graduate should take

In the workplace, a "we, not 'me'" mentality is essential; no one achieves success alone, highlighting the importance of a supportive network.

Startup companies

At 19 I moved in with my 81-year-old grandmother

The golden years of living with my grandmother were filled with understanding and support, reinforcing our bond and providing me with a safe haven during my college years.

Parenting

US politics

fromThe Mercury News

Letters: San Jose's homeless law is cruel and unnecessary

San Jose should prioritize providing alternatives to shelters for the unhoused rather than penalizing them, as existing laws already manage disorderly conduct.

#technology

Fundraising

fromABC7 San Francisco

Bay Area breast cancer survivor develops platform to support people through life's challenges

Wellnest is an innovative platform created to simplify coordinating support for individuals undergoing difficult personal challenges.

fromfaun.pub

Artificial intelligence

AI Is Prototyping Not Solving Life's Problems

Fundraising

fromABC7 San Francisco

Bay Area breast cancer survivor develops platform to support people through life's challenges

Wellnest is an innovative platform created to simplify coordinating support for individuals undergoing difficult personal challenges.

fromfaun.pub

Artificial intelligence

AI Is Prototyping Not Solving Life's Problems

more#technology

Please, yell at kids! Five lessons I've learned about good parenting from around the world

Communal parenting provides practical support and significantly enhances parental happiness and well-being.

My partner and I co-own a brownstone with 3 friends. All housing costs are split evenly, and we often have 'family' dinners.

Intentional communities can provide a supportive living environment fostering friendship and shared experiences, despite initial social embarrassment.

fromBKReader

Brooklyn

From Red Hook to College And Back, One Brooklyn Grad's Journey Inspires The Next Generation

Brooklyn

My partner and I co-own a brownstone with 3 friends. All housing costs are split evenly, and we often have 'family' dinners.

Intentional communities can provide a supportive living environment fostering friendship and shared experiences, despite initial social embarrassment.

fromBKReader

Brooklyn

From Red Hook to College And Back, One Brooklyn Grad's Journey Inspires The Next Generation

more#community-building

fromNew York Post

Words to the wise: Local moms share parenting tips from the frontline

New parents can ease the transition by seeking support, taking classes, and exploring effective solutions like easy-to-use transportation gear.

Artificial intelligence

Adrian Weckler: I nearly missed my flight from Miami to Dublin because of AI. Why are customer service bots so utterly incompetent?

Artificial intelligence in customer support often fails to meet the needs of consumers during critical situations.

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