Being a good human is all about the everyday choices that come naturally. These actions show how truly good people move ...

Comforting a distressed friend can take many forms, from giving them a loving embrace to buying a round at your favorite dive bar to sending them a heartfelt message. And since we can’t be at our ...

Humans are by nature social creatures. Most people crave some level of intimacy, companionship, and lasting connection with others. On the other side of connection, however, lies loneliness. When you ...

Offering a listening ear and acknowledging someone’s feelings can provide significant support to a person experiencing depression, reminding them they’re not alone. Practical assistance, such as ...

Helping someone with anxiety can be intimidating. Often, the anxious person feels completely overwhelmed by their anxiety, especially if they experience panic attacks or find themselves gripped by ...

When some you care about has lost someone, being available for hugs if they need them or having your ear on call for when they're ready to talk is important. But if you can’t be there in real life or ...

Seeing a loved one struggle with their mental health can feel scary and overwhelming. It’s natural to want to help by bringing in a professional, but while some people are open to therapy, many others ...

Most people can be helped in getting through their moment of crisis if they have someone who will spend time with them, listen, take them seriously and help them talk about their thoughts and feelings ...

In our digital age, people often use online communications to form and maintain relationships—especially teens and younger adults. While that can be a good thing, it also means that online ...

I'll be honest. I often judge books by their titles — and Someone, isn't promising. It's generic, vague. Flat. And in the hands of a less talented author, this beautifully intimate novel would have ...

My LinkedIn feed has been filled with layoff posts lately. They’re often a series of uncomfortable responses from well-intentioned friends. I’ve seen people say everything from “Good luck!” (a phrase ...

With close to a decade of writing and editing experience, Maisha specializes in service journalism and has produced work in the lifestyle, financial services, real estate, and culture spaces. She uses ...