Eye contact is a part of non-speaking communication. It may help strengthen bonds, convey intentions, and open a person’s mind to trusting another. The effects of eye contact on human social interactions are well-studied. Researchers generally agree that prolonged eye contact is a non-speaking communication tool that helps strengthen bonds and convey messages to others.

The Psychology Behind Prolonged Eye Contact and Intimacy

“Not only does Mother Nature not care about your happiness, she knows that we need lots of negative emotions to keep us alive.” Harvard happiness professor on why suffering IS necessary:. Arthur Brooks, author and Harvard professor, has some startling news: In order to be happy, we also need...

Suffering: The key to true happiness?

Anger can mask other feelings and needs to be understood before it is acted upon. Anger can be cumulative and build up, directing us towards actions that may not be helpful. Anger, if directed, can provide the energy and fortitude to tackle complex problems. By Patricia O’Gorman, PhD. Often,...

3 Ways to Use Anger to Make Positive Change in Your Life

When we judge ourselves for having unpleasant emotions, this can create more unwanted emotions. Embracing and accepting emotions can limit judgmental thoughts and unwanted secondary emotions. Acceptance is a skill that can be developed; it is not an innate ability that only some people are born with. By Xavier Banson,...

Learning to Accept Your Emotions

Emotion-focused couples' therapists guide clients to understand their emotions and create new responses. Evocative questions and reflection help the client to focus on what is happening in the present moment. Empathy, acceptance, and validation are used to indirectly modify behaviors. This post is part 2 of a series. The emotion-focused...

Rebuilding Couples' Communication With Emotionally Focused Therapy

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Vulnerable and honest exchanges lead to understanding each other's perspectives and healing emotional wounds. Encouraging a legacy of understanding and empathy will permeate all family dynamics. Healing wounds helps bring an individual a sense of peace as well as improved relationships. The following are examples from my parent coaching practice....

3 Compelling Reasons to Make Amends With Your Adult Child

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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(MA) Meet an amazing and loving Goldendoodle who is searching for his TRUE furever family. Waylon is a three-year-old pup who was put into rescue through no fault of his own. According to his Petfinder profile, Waylon originally grew up with a family of his own, but after that family got a new puppy they decided Waylon had to go. There are no further details provided, but it is lucky that Great Dog Rescue New England was there to give Waylon the chance at happiness he truly deserves!

Goldendoodle Surrendered To Rescue After Original Owners Get New Puppy

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Upside Foods, a leading player in the cultivated meat industry, has announced significant staffing adjustments as it navigates challenges within the sector. The company, known for its innovative approach to producing meat from cell cultures, cited the need to streamline operations and adapt to evolving market conditions.

A Leading Food Company Announces a Significant Wave of Layoffs

Relationships are a two-way street in all aspects. While partners do cover for each other every now and then, there still needs to be a certain level of balance. Over the past few decades, the institution of marriage in the United States has seen a significant decline of about 60% since the 1970s, reports CNBC. While there are various factors contributing to this trend, content creator Katie Hanlon—who goes by @thekatiehanlon on TikTok—has mentioned some less-discussed yet crucial factors that can often lead to relationship breakdowns.

Woman explains how marriages are ending because of the inability of men to talk about emotions

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Life doesn't end at 50, and we enjoy greater longevity than ever before. Those who find themselves alone will naturally seek companionship. However, a less committed type of relationship is growing in popularity.

Love Relationships After 50: Situationships on the Rise

Patients prescribed benzos become addicted and, if their doctor retires, may not find anyone new to take over. When a patient goes without medication, a severely traumatizing withdrawal syndrome may ensue. Systemic issues make it burdensome to prescribe benzos, and patients may be suspected of drug seeking. Late last week,...

Acute Benzodiazepine Withdrawal: A Public Health Crisis

Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

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Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Cloaking occurs when someone has ghosted you and then proceeds to block you on all communications channels. Ghosters may cloak themselves to avoid seeing, hearing, or dealing with any comments or questions from you. Cloaking can help them avoid guilt, hassle, and further detection and make you look like the...

'Cloaking' Takes Ghosting to a Whole New Level

Many relationships reach a tipping point after years of built up resentments and unsolved problems. Like physical death, the death of a relationship moves through several stages. The key to prevention is regularly taking stock of the relationship and tackling problems as they arise. Many couples who show up for...

7 Stages in the Death of a Relationship

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Estrangement might protect some individuals from an abusive person. But is someone else behind that decision?. Hypnosis, especially when done to recover "lost" memories, is potentially dangerous in the wrong hands. Beware of anyone whoadvises cutting off ties with family members who have been supportive and loving. If someone tells...

Family Estrangement: Undue Influence Is Often a Factor

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Finding Joy: How Positive Anticipation Boosts Your Happiness

Research shows that positively anticipating the future is a highly effective way to create positive emotions. Mentally simulating future scenarios activates the brain's reward system and...

Finding Joy: How Positive Anticipation Boosts Your Happiness

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