Tag: empathy
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A Surprising Moment: A Young Boy’s Kindness Towards My Daughter’s Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast It was a vibrant family gathering in anticipation of a wedding weekend, with relatives arriving from all corners of the country—some I hadn’t met before and others I hadn’t seen in years. Hugs were exchanged as new faces appeared, while the children gleefully played outside, and the adults mingled, loading their plates…
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I’m Over the Apologies for Everyday Situations
Get Pregnant Fast “Oops, my bad!” I exclaim after a stranger bumps into me with their shopping cart at the grocery store. “Excuse me, I’m sorry to bother you, but…” I type in an email to someone I genuinely need to reach. “Oh, I apologize,” I’ve said to servers when they mistakenly bring the wrong…
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Book Lovers Are Exceptional Beings, And Now There’s Evidence
Get Pregnant Fast Being immersed in a captivating book has been my sanctuary since I first stumbled over the words in “Are You My Mother?” at the tender age of six. My mother, weary of reading it repeatedly, encouraged me to read it on my own. I took her advice to heart, and I haven’t…
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A Viral Post Highlights the Importance of Community Support for Parents
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s fast-paced world, a recent viral post from a mother underscores how vital it is for parents to have a supportive community. A little compassion can make a world of difference, particularly among fellow parents navigating the often challenging waters of raising children. A blogger named Jessica Harper, who runs the…
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Just Say Thank You, Seriously
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Dec. 1, 2017 Many of us grow up learning the significance of good manners, particularly the importance of phrases like “please” and “thank you.” Likewise, we all appreciate hearing gratitude for our efforts, even when those efforts are part of our everyday responsibilities. Yet, it’s astonishing how infrequently people take a…
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Why Experiencing Pain is Beneficial for Your Child
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, witnessing our children face disappointment is never easy. Whether it’s being excluded from a birthday party, facing rejection from friends, being the last pick for a sports team, or missing out on a school project, our instinct is often to shield them from hurt. In fact, many of us would…
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Understanding Our Kids’ Concerns: Why Even Small Issues Matter
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, it’s crucial to recognize that our children are not miniature versions of ourselves. They experience their own unique challenges, and what may seem trivial to us can feel monumental to them. Just the other day, my little one, Max, bounded off the school bus with an enthusiasm that hinted at…
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The Unseen Heartache of Miscarriage
Get Pregnant Fast Even though it has been three years since that day, the memories remain as vivid as ever. Despite my efforts to move on, I can still picture the four compassionate women who held my hands and gazed into my eyes as I was wheeled into the operating room. Their expressions conveyed a…