Tag: empathy
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True Friends Don’t Disappear When Times Get Tough
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Lane Updated: Dec. 13, 2023 Originally Published: Jan. 28, 2018 Let me begin by saying I owe you an apology, not for who I am or my actions, but for the silence that has lingered between us. I’ve spent too long shutting myself off and retreating inward. It’s taken me…
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Real Talk: 25 Insights from Moms Navigating Mental Illness
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is undeniably challenging, but for mothers grappling with mental health issues, the journey can feel even more daunting. The stigma surrounding mental illness often leaves these moms feeling isolated, as if few can truly understand their struggles. To shed light on this topic, we reached out to mothers within our mental…
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I’m Concerned About the World Changing My Gentle, Empathetic Son
Get Pregnant Fast When I reprimand my older kids, it’s not the one in trouble who displays emotion; instead, it’s my 5-year-old son who tears up. His distress arises not from his own actions, but from the realization that one of his brothers is facing consequences. During our family walks, if one of us wanders…
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How I’m Working to Raise Kind and Considerate Children
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: June 3, 2020 Originally Published: April 14, 2018 As I navigate the ups and downs of parenting, it’s evident that my family isn’t exactly winning any awards for exemplary behavior today. One of my children is at the play area, dramatically vying for the top spot on the slide, while the…
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Why John Carter Admires His Wife Emily Smith According to Modern Family Blog
Get Pregnant Fast In an endearing moment captured by a popular social media platform, John Carter opened up about his deep affection for his wife, Emily Smith. The couple, who have been happily married since 2012 and are proud parents of two little ones, radiate a charm that is hard to ignore. Their first child…
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New Children’s Book from Author Jaxon Lee Celebrates the Beauty of Diversity
Get Pregnant Fast Children are naturally curious and observant, often noting what makes them distinct from their peers. From height and gender to skin tone and hair color, kids are keenly aware of differences. The challenge lies in how we, as adults, guide them in understanding and discussing these differences. While it’s essential to instill…
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Understanding Depression: It’s Not a Choice
Get Pregnant Fast In a world full of misconceptions about mental health, one of the most damaging beliefs is that depression is a “choice.” This idea often comes from those who have never faced the depths of this struggle themselves, making them unreliable sources for understanding the complex nature of depression. Thankfully, comedian Max Thompson…
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A Heartfelt Thank You to the Cashier at Wendy’s Who Made My Special Needs Child Feel Valued
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Emily, Today, I brought my 10-year-old son to Wendy’s during your shift for a quick lunch. When you greeted him and asked how he was doing, I noticed his response was a bit jumbled, which might have surprised you. You glanced at me, and then back to him, as he continued…