What kind of friendship can be regarded as true friendship? We all know that interpersonal relationships can be complicated, but not all people we call friends are necessarily so. For example, partners in the business world are usually together, but according to Zhuangzi’s standards, this is not considered true friendship but rather a partnership. Zhuangzi’s ...
Most of us grew up with our mothers as our primary caregivers, and it is their love, care, and warmth that most people experience first. A secure attachment with one’s primary caregiver provides a safe platform for exploring the world, reassuring the baby that the outside world is safe with their mother by their side, ...
Friendship and goodwill among people will bring harmony to society. However, to achieve this, individuals must practice seeing and being good and kind to others around them, no matter what rank they hold within society or what inherent abilities and talents each possesses. Each life is predestined to experience good and bad times, and none ...
Most people want to pursue higher education, but college costs can hinder many potential students. Fortunately for 33 students, one kind man in Ames, Iowa, made sure that they completed their college educations debt-free and with full sponsorships. Dale Schroeder, a carpenter by profession, had saved about US$3 million over 67 years and he used ...
Saying no can be difficult, especially when dealing with friends, coworkers, or family members. However, it’s essential to learn how to say no without feeling guilty for your health and well-being. In this article, we’ll provide you with tips on how to say no without hurting anyone’s feelings or risking your relationships. How to say ...
A child’s growth and character are often the result of a combination of influences, including family, school, peers, and society. However, the role family relationships play is the most important one of all. How a couple raises their children has a big impact on the types of people they will grow up to be, and ...
This is part three of a three-part series; please see Part 1 and Part 2 How couples have come to marry has changed drastically since ancient times. Initially, couples would marry without getting to know each other before marriage. Then arranged marriages came into being followed by individuals making a conscious decision to select a partner of ...
Manipulation, like other toxic traits, is a common problem that has evolved over time, and various forms exist today, including subtle and indirect forms. Whether you like it or not, people will always try to manipulate you into doing things. This article provides a guide on how to recognize manipulation and draw the line when ...
Walt Whitman, a renowned American poet, wrote: “Be curious, not judgmental.” But where do you draw the line between curiosity and being critical? And how do you become less judgmental? Being hypercritical can hurt your relationships with others or make them avoid you. It’s easy to think you are helpful, but some sentiments can hurt ...
Positive discipline is a revolutionary approach to parenting that has been gaining popularity among experts in recent years. This method emphasizes positive reinforcement and building a child’s self-esteem and sense of responsibility rather than relying solely on punishment. Imagine a world where children are taught right from wrong through encouragement and praise rather than fear ...