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fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Graduating From Therapy

Therapy can serve as either a temporary solution for specific problems or a long-term process for managing ongoing issues.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Selling a Parent's Home? Here's What to Expect-and How to Prepare

Selling a parent's home involves emotional milestones, legal logistics, and family dynamics, requiring sensitivity and practical strategies during the process.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

I'm a step-parenting coach and I see families make the same 5 mistakes. Here's how to avoid them.

Stepparents should focus on support, allow space for complex emotions, and avoid expectations of an instant family connection.
#friendship
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Relationships

Modern Morals: My friend pulled out of a package holiday we booked together leaving me high and dry - It feels like the last straw

Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I Saw Myself as an Honorary Aunt. Turns Out I'm Actually the Nanny.

Navigating feelings of exclusion in friendships built through caregiving can be challenging and complex.
Artificial intelligence
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Could AI Be the Supportive Friend We All Need?

AI can serve as a valuable alternative for discussing problems when friends are unavailable.
Friendship involves sharing issues and seeking perspective to navigate difficult situations.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Relationships

Modern Morals: My friend pulled out of a package holiday we booked together leaving me high and dry - It feels like the last straw

Artificial intelligence
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Could AI Be the Supportive Friend We All Need?

AI can serve as a valuable alternative for discussing problems when friends are unavailable.
Friendship involves sharing issues and seeking perspective to navigate difficult situations.
#ai
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

Sam Altman warns there's no legal confidentiality when using ChatGPT as a therapist | TechCrunch

fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Isn't a Therapist-But It Could Help With Your Mental Health

AI is not equipped to conduct therapy, but it may enhance self-awareness for some individuals.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

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

AI can provide emotional regulation support during tech failures.
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

Sam Altman warns there's no legal confidentiality when using ChatGPT as a therapist | TechCrunch

fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

2 Ways Your Friends Could Be Impacting Your Love Life

When a friend doesn't seem to like your partner, it often stems from a place of genuine concern. They might notice subtle warning signs, like dismissive comments, controlling behavior, or something that just feels off, which you may overlook because you're emotionally invested.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

What Is the Best Way to Emotionally Support Someone?

Gifts are more effective than conversations for providing emotional support, as they signal care and promote social support while offering a pleasant distraction.
Wellness
#grief
fromAeon
1 week ago
Philosophy

Grief, healing and laughter coexist at a unique retreat for widows and widowers | Aeon Videos

fromAeon
1 week ago
Philosophy

Grief, healing and laughter coexist at a unique retreat for widows and widowers | Aeon Videos

fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

A New Mom Wants Friends To Stop Complimenting Her Postpartum Body

A friend received blunt and objectifying compliments about her postpartum body, leading to discomfort and a request for them to stop.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

18-year-old rising freshman is trying to break his AI habit because a friend used ChatGPT to dump someone

Teenagers are increasingly using AI as a source of personal advice and emotional support.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

10 Easy Snack Plate Combos That Work Any Time Of Day - Tasting Table

Snack plates provide nourishment and emotional support, enhancing life experiences through intentional and satisfying food pairings.
#therapy-animals
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The Parenting Cheat Code Hiding on Your Child's Backpack

Plush keychains can provide emotional support and comfort to children, conveying parental love during challenging moments.
#ai-companions
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago
Digital life

A Staggering Proportion of High Schoolers Say Talking to AI Is Better Than Real-Life Friends

fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's Grok is making AI companions, including a goth anime girl | TechCrunch

fromFuturism
2 weeks ago
Digital life

A Staggering Proportion of High Schoolers Say Talking to AI Is Better Than Real-Life Friends

fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's Grok is making AI companions, including a goth anime girl | TechCrunch

#parenting
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

The Internet Is Rallying Around This Man Because He Called Out His Mom After She Insulted His Breastfeeding Wife

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

The Internet Is Rallying Around This Man Because He Called Out His Mom After She Insulted His Breastfeeding Wife

fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

An Unexpected Way for Pets to Improve Your Relationship

Approximately 65% of married adults in the U.S. have pets, and these pets contribute to happiness and better relationships while also having demands that we often overlook.
Pets
#artificial-intelligence
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

I'm Besties With My ChatGPT

AI can provide emotional support and connection similar to human friendships.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Help! My Wife and Her Siblings Just Took Ancestry DNA Tests. All Hell's Broken Loose.

Ancestry DNA testing can reveal shocking family secrets, impacting relationships and emotions within families.
#microsoft
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Xbox producer tells staff to use AI to ease job loss pain

Matt Turnbull suggested using AI tools like ChatGPT to help people cope with job loss in a post that has since been deleted.
Artificial intelligence
Health
fromCbsnews
3 weeks ago

Boston aesthetician helps clients with IVF injections, hoping to ease stress of infertility treatments

A Boston aesthetician provides support for IVF patients by assisting with hormone injections, alleviating stress during the fertility treatment process.
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

"I Have Just Been Sued"

Mental health professionals can help individuals navigate the emotional challenges of being sued, providing therapy and support.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Parents in Britain to be granted bereavement leave after miscarriage

Mothers and their partners will receive at least one week's bereavement leave after a miscarriage before 24 weeks' gestation. This legal right is part of amendments to the employment rights bill.
Parenting
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Bexley school pup who captured kids' hearts wins UK School Dog of Year

Achilles, the dog from Danson Primary School, has been recognized as the nation's best school dog, winning the top prize at the National School Dog Alliance's awards. Co-Head teacher Anne Allen described waking him up to collect his prize as a surreal moment. She initially had no plans for Achilles to be a support dog, but his presence rapidly captured the hearts of the students and staff, leading to official duties. His impact has grown, aiding students with social and emotional needs, and he's addressing post-COVID attendance challenges.
Education
#pedro-neto
Pets
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The Power of Paws

Dog-owner relationships often provide greater emotional satisfaction than many human relationships, especially compared to partners and best friends.
Science
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

People have empathy with AI... when they think it's human

People feel more empathy for chatbots when they believe they are communicating with a human.
#relationships
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Relationships

Divorced Women Are Sharing What Their Exes Could've Done To Save Their Marriage

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Relationships

Divorced Women Are Sharing What Their Exes Could've Done To Save Their Marriage

fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

A Parent's Intuition: Analyzing an Adult Child's Partner

Parents' instincts regarding their child's partner should not be dismissed; they can often detect underlying issues in character.
#marriage
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Bright-Siding Brings Out My Dark Side

Bright-siding minimizes the pain of others.
Bright-siding brings more comfort to the person doing it than the person who is hurting.
Gratitude works-when you can feel it.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Kotaku's Weekend Guide: Bid Farewell To June With 5 Great Games

Gaming offers a necessary space to process emotions and reflect, especially during challenging times, serving not just as an escape but as a meaningful outlet.
SF LGBT
#ai-chatbots
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Mental health

Anthropic says Claude helps emotionally support users - we're not convinced

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

People use AI for companionship much less than we're led to think | TechCrunch

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Mental health

Anthropic says Claude helps emotionally support users - we're not convinced

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

People use AI for companionship much less than we're led to think | TechCrunch

fromPhoenix New Times
1 month ago

Baseball world supports D-back Ketel Marte after Chicago fan incident

As the Diamondbacks were playing at Rate Field on June 25, Marte was visibly emotional on the field... after the game, Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said that Marte was upset about a comment that a White Sox fan directed at him about his late mother.
Chicago White Sox
#ketel-marte
fromFox News
1 month ago
Atlanta Braves

Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte receives overwhelming support after fan's cruel comments about late mother

fromFox News
1 month ago
Atlanta Braves

Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte receives overwhelming support after fan's cruel comments about late mother

Major League Baseball
fromhttps://www.azfamily.com
1 month ago

Fan banned by MLB after heckling Dbacks' Marte to tears with barb about late mother, AP source says

A fan has been banned indefinitely from MLB stadiums for heckling Ketel Marte about his deceased mother, highlighting the need for respectful fan behavior.
fromYahoo Sports
1 month ago

New video shows Diamondbacks manager confronting Ketel Marte heckler

Torey Lovullo defended Ketel Marte after a fan's hurtful heckle regarding his deceased mother, leading to the fan's ejection and a league ban.
fromBustle
1 month ago

Here's Your Horoscope For Thursday, June 26

After yesterday's new moon, the energy is steady and focused, encouraging thoughtful action towards your dreams. Prioritize tasks that simply need to get done.
Relationships
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Just got laid off? Get back on your feet with this step-by-step guide

Take time to process emotions before taking action after a layoff.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How to Talk to Kids About Deportations

Children absorb the emotions and situations around them, making open discussions crucial.
Modeling emotional openness teaches children it's acceptable to express their feelings.
Frequent, age-appropriate conversations about difficult topics help children process their emotions.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

At adoption event, shelter dog alerts man he is about to have a seizure

Sienna the dog instinctively alerted her owner to a potential seizure crisis, showcasing the remarkable intuition of animals.
SF parents
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I founded a multimillion-dollar slime company with a friend. I can provide better care for my nonverbal child because of it.

Sara Schiller emphasizes the therapeutic value of play for families dealing with disabilities.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I left my Hollywood career to become a pet grief counselor. It changed the way I think about life, loss, and money.

Beth Bigler transitioned from Hollywood to become a pet grief counselor after her cat's death inspired her to help others.
Bigler's journey illustrates the profound impact of pet loss and the importance of grief counseling.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Jenna Bush Hager Receives Shrodinger's Bob

"Holy moly," Hager said as the cameras zoomed in on her fearful smile. "So Chris is still cutting, he's gonna continue to cut."
Podcast
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The secret psychology of dogs and cats: do we ever really know what they are thinking?

Dogs provide emotional support to their owners, helping them cope with difficult times through companionship and empathy.
fromDaily Mom magazine
1 month ago

Roles Of Fatherhood: The Role Of A Dad Is Changing Parenting

Fatherhood has evolved from a financial provider to a more emotionally engaged and active role in children's lives.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Should You Consider Play Therapy for Your Child?

Many parents worry that turning to play therapy might feel like an overreaction, especially if their child is not demonstrating major behavioral concerns.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How to Apply a Stress Tourniquet

Stress First Aid serves as an accessible tool for managing personal and communal stress, likening its importance to CPR for emotional well-being.
Wellness
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
1 month ago

What Replika gets right, wrong, and fiercely profitable

Chatbots are increasingly taking on emotional roles traditionally held by friends and therapists, providing companionship in an age of loneliness.
Pets
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

For young patients, therapy dogs are an Rx for the hospital jitters

Therapy dogs significantly improve children's hospital experiences by providing comfort and joy during difficult times.
Pets
fromDoggodigest
1 month ago

15 Best Dog Breeds for WFH People (Because They are Too Clingy) - Doggodigest

Choosing the right dog breed can enhance the work-from-home experience.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

My Boyfriend's Mom And I Were Close. Years After We Split, He Delivered A Devastating Message From Her.

The contrasting maternal influences in my life illustrate the profound effects of unconditional love versus timid parenting.
fromThe New Yorker
15 years ago

Your New College Graduate: a Parents' Guide

Most college graduates are vegetarians and will become cranky or upset if offered meat. They also have irregular eating habits.
Humor
fromTiny Buddha
1 month ago

A Soulful Retreat for Sensitive Hearts in a Chaotic World - Tiny Buddha

A retreat offers a safe space for highly sensitive people to reconnect with themselves and nature.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Kristin Chenoweth Said She Calls Her Dog Her "Baby," And People Are Seriously Divided

Kristin Chenoweth humorously defends her bond with her dog against those who dismiss it as insignificant.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

See PGA Star Scottie Scheffler React as His Wife Hands Him Their Son After a Diaper Blowout

Scottie Scheffler's calm reaction to a diaper blowout illustrates his composed nature amid personal celebrations and professional success.
fromHackernoon
7 years ago

Building Toffee: How I'm Tackling the Messy Truth About Debt, One Line of Code at a Time | HackerNoon

Debt isn't just numbers. It's shame, overwhelm, confusion, and often paralysis.
Bootstrapping
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When Men Disappear From Their Own Fertility Journey

Men often suppress their feelings during fertility struggles, believing they must remain strong and supportive.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Men reveal the real reason they spend millions on OnlyFans - and the answer may shock

Attention-starved men spend on OnlyFans models for conversation and emotional support, not just explicit content.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Stop and Ask These Three Questions Before Giving Advice

When someone comes to us with a problem, it's easy to assume they want advice. But sometimes, what they really need is someone to listen.
Parenting
Social justice
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

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.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

My AI therapist got me through dark times: The good and bad of chatbot counselling

AI chatbots can provide emotional support and coping strategies for those in distress, despite concerns over their effectiveness compared to traditional therapy.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

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

Open communication is crucial when navigating the challenges of infertility in relationships.
Addressing fears and uncertainties can strengthen partnerships, even under stress.
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Redditor Asks If She's Asking Too Much Of Her Medically Complex Child's Grandparents

Grandparents seem less involved and connected with their grandchildren, particularly among Millennial and Gen Z parents.
Pets
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

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

Huggy Hatters aims to provide comfort through stuffed animals, promoting kindness and sustainability by donating plushies to children in need.
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