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Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Nine Ways to Support and Strengthen Your Mental Health

Mental health requires active commitment and engagement in supportive practices.
The theme for Mental Health Awareness Month encourages actionable steps for personal improvement.
Building mental health involves developing coping skills, prioritizing self-care, and creating supportive relationships.
fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago
Parenting

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

Finding self-care after job loss can be fulfilling and necessary, offering unexpected gifts even amid challenges.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Nine Ways to Support and Strengthen Your Mental Health

Mental health requires active commitment and engagement in supportive practices.
The theme for Mental Health Awareness Month encourages actionable steps for personal improvement.
Building mental health involves developing coping skills, prioritizing self-care, and creating supportive relationships.
fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago
Parenting

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

Finding self-care after job loss can be fulfilling and necessary, offering unexpected gifts even amid challenges.
more#self-care
#mental-health
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

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.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

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.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Physical Symptoms of Sexual Trauma and How Partners Can Help

Sexual trauma can cause various unexplained physical symptoms in the body.
Awareness of the impact of sexual trauma is crucial for both survivors and partners.
Compassionate partner support is essential in the healing process.
Recovery from trauma often requires therapy, somatic practices, and social connections.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Postpartum Rage: What It Is and Why We Need to Talk About It

Postpartum rage is a common symptom of postpartum depression that often goes unrecognized and unsupported.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Is My Child's Mental Health at Risk at College?

Familiarity with therapy before college strongly influences the likelihood of seeking mental health help during college.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

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.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

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.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Physical Symptoms of Sexual Trauma and How Partners Can Help

Sexual trauma can cause various unexplained physical symptoms in the body.
Awareness of the impact of sexual trauma is crucial for both survivors and partners.
Compassionate partner support is essential in the healing process.
Recovery from trauma often requires therapy, somatic practices, and social connections.
more#mental-health
#family-dynamics
Parenting
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

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.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Retirement

I Ended My Marriage and Moved in With Someone New. My Family Swears I'm Being "Financially Exploited."

Seeking happiness after a toxic relationship can be challenging, especially with disapproving family dynamics.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Are You the Family Whistleblower?

Family whistleblowers expose dysfunction but are often met with resistance and blamed for problems.
Whistleblowers confront toxic patterns for family healing, carrying significant emotional burdens amid pushback.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dear Abby: Our son and his new wife are ditching our surname, which sounds dirty

Navigating family dynamics around name changes can be challenging when traditions clash with personal decisions.
Financial habits can complicate crisis situations, affecting support and assistance from friends and family.
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 months ago
Portland

Navigating Changes as a Family

Family changes can be both planned and unexpected, affecting all members.
Effective communication with children during family transitions is vital.
Parenting
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

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.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Retirement

I Ended My Marriage and Moved in With Someone New. My Family Swears I'm Being "Financially Exploited."

Seeking happiness after a toxic relationship can be challenging, especially with disapproving family dynamics.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Are You the Family Whistleblower?

Family whistleblowers expose dysfunction but are often met with resistance and blamed for problems.
Whistleblowers confront toxic patterns for family healing, carrying significant emotional burdens amid pushback.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dear Abby: Our son and his new wife are ditching our surname, which sounds dirty

Navigating family dynamics around name changes can be challenging when traditions clash with personal decisions.
Financial habits can complicate crisis situations, affecting support and assistance from friends and family.
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 months ago
Portland

Navigating Changes as a Family

Family changes can be both planned and unexpected, affecting all members.
Effective communication with children during family transitions is vital.
more#family-dynamics
#parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago
Parenting

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.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Parenting

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.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
Parenting

At 62, I became the legal guardian of my grandchild. I'm more patient and wiser than the first time I parented.

The author emphasizes the challenge and fulfillment of becoming legal guardians for their grandson at age 62.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

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.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

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.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
Parenting

At 62, I became the legal guardian of my grandchild. I'm more patient and wiser than the first time I parented.

The author emphasizes the challenge and fulfillment of becoming legal guardians for their grandson at age 62.
more#parenting
#friendship
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Relationships

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

Navigating friendships can be complicated, especially when personal relationships are involved.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Parenting

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

New motherhood can be isolating, and making adult connections is challenging yet essential for support.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago
Women in technology

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

Deep female friendships provide unparalleled support, understanding, and comfort throughout life's challenges.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Relationships

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

Navigating friendships can be complicated, especially when personal relationships are involved.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Parenting

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

New motherhood can be isolating, and making adult connections is challenging yet essential for support.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago
Women in technology

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

Deep female friendships provide unparalleled support, understanding, and comfort throughout life's challenges.
more#friendship
#education
fromBKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

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

The author's struggles with mental health and housing instability shaped their commitment to education and supporting at-risk students.
fromSacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Why a growing number of California men without college degrees have abandoned the job market

The decline in employment rates among California men without college degrees highlights the critical need for support systems and vocational training.
fromBKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

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

The author's struggles with mental health and housing instability shaped their commitment to education and supporting at-risk students.
fromSacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

Why a growing number of California men without college degrees have abandoned the job market

The decline in employment rates among California men without college degrees highlights the critical need for support systems and vocational training.
more#education
Parenting
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

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
fromIndependent
2 months ago

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.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

I came to the states and immigrant in the 90s and now I have a $12 million net worth - here's how I did it

Support from family and community is vital in achieving financial success.
Good role models, whether in person or online, inspire ambitious goal setting.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bouncing Back: Overcoming Major Loss in Sports

Setbacks in sports can be transformed into growth opportunities by processing loss and leveraging support systems.
The importance of resilience is emphasized through goal-setting and mental toughness.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

How Survivors Can Provide Cancer First Aid

Cancer survivors experience complex emotions when learning about new cancer diagnoses among acquaintances.
Compassionate presence can help combat feelings of helplessness in those supporting cancer patients.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

DIY rape kits at universities are a welcome sea change but they can only offer a hologram of justice | Zoe Williams

Most women do not report rape, highlighting the need for alternative remedies, such as student resolution procedures and self-testing kits.
Writing
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

How Some Choose to Move Forward When Their Partner Lies or Cheats

Uncovering undisclosed issues in relationships after losing a partner can lead to profound emotional turmoil and require support to heal.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wish Book: How can foster kids prepare for life after they leave the system? A new South Bay nonprofit has a plan

Life after the foster care system can be incredibly challenging, particularly for LGBTQ youth facing homelessness and a lack of essential life skills.
#franchising
fromEntrepreneur
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How to Find Your Perfect Franchise Match | Entrepreneur

Understanding your role as a franchise owner is essential for success, fulfillment, and long-term motivation.
fromEntrepreneur
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Top 10 Franchises for $10,000 or Less | Entrepreneur

Affordable franchise opportunities exist for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Low-cost franchises come with vital support and training.
Successful business ownership can be achievable without large investments.
fromEntrepreneur
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How to Find Your Perfect Franchise Match | Entrepreneur

Understanding your role as a franchise owner is essential for success, fulfillment, and long-term motivation.
fromEntrepreneur
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Top 10 Franchises for $10,000 or Less | Entrepreneur

Affordable franchise opportunities exist for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Low-cost franchises come with vital support and training.
Successful business ownership can be achievable without large investments.
more#franchising
fromDesign Milk
5 months ago
Design

Giulio Barresi on Underwater Restaurant, a Dyson Vacuum + More

Giulio Barresi's journey from biology to UX design showcases the importance of confidence and support in pursuing one's passion.
#time-management
fromBKReader
5 months ago
Brooklyn

Top 10 Crucial Factors for Medical Students to Succeed in Their Studies

Balance study with self-care is crucial for medical students' success and well-being.
A strong support network is vital for coping with medical school challenges.
Mastering time management skills is essential for navigating medical school demands.
fromAbove the Law
5 months ago
Education

Supporting New Mothers In Law School: A Call For Compassion

New mothers in law school face intense pressure balancing academics and parenting, often feeling unsupported and guilty.
fromBKReader
5 months ago
Brooklyn

Top 10 Crucial Factors for Medical Students to Succeed in Their Studies

Balance study with self-care is crucial for medical students' success and well-being.
A strong support network is vital for coping with medical school challenges.
Mastering time management skills is essential for navigating medical school demands.
fromAbove the Law
5 months ago
Education

Supporting New Mothers In Law School: A Call For Compassion

New mothers in law school face intense pressure balancing academics and parenting, often feeling unsupported and guilty.
more#time-management
fromNature
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

I had to let a student go and I feel as though I failed them - how do I do better next time?

Effective team dynamics are crucial for a successful research environment, necessitating clear communication and collaborative hiring practices.
Letting go of unmotivated members can ultimately benefit the lab by fostering a supportive and productive atmosphere.
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