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Nostalgia Parenting: Science‑Backed Benefits of Recreating Childhood Simplicity
In today’s fast‑paced, technology‑driven world, many parents long for the simplicity of their own childhoods: days filled with outdoor play, board games, and face‑to‑face conversations instead of endless screen time. This longing has sparked a growing trend known as nostalgia parenting, where caregivers intentionally recreate aspects of their own childhoods for their children.
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Micro-Shift Work Strategies: Psychology of Flexible Schedules, Autonomy, and Burnout Prevention
In today’s fast-paced work environment, the conversation around work flexibility, mental health, and work-life balance optimization is more important than ever. Many employees and employers are asking: Does having control over your work schedule really make a difference? Or is "flexible work arrangements" just another workplace buzzword? In this post, we break down the latest research on micro-shift work strategies.
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Under-recognized Grief: Sibling Loss and Pregnancy Loss
Miscarriage and pregnancy loss create unique challenges because they involve not only the loss of the baby but also the loss of parental identity and the idealized future family. People experiencing miscarriage commonly report intense grief, despair, depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress for years afterwards. Siblings are sometimes called "forgotten mourners" because attention typically focuses on parents or spouses, leaving siblings without adequate recognition or s
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What to Say (and Not Say) to Someone Who Is Grieving a Death
When someone experiences the death of a loved one, friends, family, and colleagues often want to offer comfort and support. However, well-intentioned efforts can sometimes miss the mark or even cause additional distress. Understanding what to say--and not say-- to someone who is grieving a death can make a meaningful difference.
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How Time in Nature (in Green and Blue Spaces) Can Help You Live Longer
Spending time in green spaces (like parks, forests, and gardens) and blue spaces (such as lakes, rivers, and coastlines) can help prevent disease and improve longevity. Unlike medicines that usually work on just one part of the body, natural spaces help us in many ways at once. Research shows that being in these environments can lower pollution, encourage exercise, help us relax, expose us to helpful microbes, connect us to others, and may even boost our immune system.
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