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The Power of Presence
When “Good Parenting” Became a Feeling In modern parenting conversations, “good” has increasingly come to mean emotionally warm, verbally affirming, and immediately comforting. A good parent is expected to soothe distress quickly, validate feelings consistently, and minimize discomfort whenever possible. These traits are treated as obvious indicators of healthy parenting, reinforced by cultural messaging, therapeutic language, and social reward structures. When a child feels better in the moment, the parenting decision is assumed to have been correct, and when discomfort persists, the decision is often framed as a failure of care rather than a necessary part of development.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 days ago in Families
The Day Technology Saved Me and Changed How I See the World. AI-Generated.
Have you ever felt completely lost? Like you're stuck in a dark tunnel with no light at the end? I certainly have. Life throws us challenges, and sometimes they feel too big to handle. For me, that moment came during one of the hardest times in my life. I was overwhelmed, lonely, and felt like my world was shrinking. But then, something unexpected happened. A simple piece of technology didn't just help me; it literally saved me and showed me a new way to live.
By Jamika Wilkerson6 days ago in Families
Six Things Women like More In Men Than Good looks
Physical attraction may spark interest, but it rarely sustains a meaningful relationship. While good looks can draw attention, they are not what build trust, emotional security, or long-term happiness. Many women value deeper qualities that make a man reliable, emotionally safe, and inspiring to be with. Here are six things women often like more in men than physical appearance.
By Ibrahim Shah 8 days ago in Families
