Empathy

In a bid to foster healthier social media habits, TikTok has announced a new feature aimed at managing screen time for its younger users. Starting this month, the popular video-sharing platform will impose a 60-minute daily usage limit for accounts belonging to users under the age of 18. This move marks a significant step in addressing growing concerns about the impact of social media on adolescent well-being. The decision to […]

Nine years ago, an Australian hospice nurse and blogger shared insights gained from years of working in palliative care. Through her experiences with patients in their final moments, she identified a common regret among them: the wish that they had lived more authentically, true to themselves rather than conforming to the expectations of others. Nearly everyone faces pressure to meet the expectations of friends, family, and society, leading to compromises

Engaging in a conversation is a fundamental part of social interaction, but sometimes you find yourself in a chat with someone who just doesn’t seem to know when to stop talking.  Whether it’s a colleague, acquaintance, or even a friend, knowing how to gracefully end a conversation without offending can be a valuable skill.  Here’s a guide to help you exit these lengthy dialogues smoothly and tactfully. 1. Use Non-Verbal

Summer often evokes images of endless sunshine, fun with friends, and carefree days by the pool. But for some children, summer brings a different reality—hunger. According to Feeding America, 1 in 8 kids in the U.S. faces food insecurity, a problem exacerbated when they lose access to school meals during the summer months. Even as school resumes, food insecurity persists. For many families already facing financial difficulties, the struggle to

Despite being the world’s wealthiest country, the U.S. saw around one in six people relying on food banks and community programs for their meals last year. In 2021 alone, over 9 million children, or one in eight, faced hunger. Understanding this problem is crucial for finding a solution. Feeding America, the largest domestic hunger-relief organization in the country has released its second annual Elevating Voices: Insights Report, focusing on insights

Christmas and Chanukah are often celebrated as part of the season of giving, but Halloween also brings joy by handing out candy to neighborhood kids. However, one man on Reddit might just earn the title of Halloween’s Scrooge due to his frustration with children from less affluent areas trick-or-treating in his upscale suburb. It’s hard to imagine someone being upset about kids trick-or-treating on Halloween, but that’s precisely what this

Nurses are known for their compassion and skill, but even they have tasks that make them roll their eyes. Everyone has chores they dread, and for nurses, some tasks feel like the medical version of doing laundry. The daily grind includes a mix of caring for patients and tackling the less glamorous tasks that come with the job. From paperwork to cleaning, these duties often test their patience. They juggle