Do you remember sleeping with a stuffed toy as a child (if not, don’t worry – it’s never too late to start)? Whether it was a bear, giraffe, spider or hedgehog, those companions offered more than simple comfort; they quietly helped ease the pangs of separation anxiety. Psychologists call these “transitional objects” – comfort itemsContinue reading “The Bear Necessities of Emotional Wellbeing”
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“The Hold Truth”
“There’s power in the touch of another person’s hand. We acknowledge it in little ways, all the time. There’s a reason human beings shake hands, hold hands, slap hands, bump hands” Jim Butcher The simple act of hand-holding has many physical and psychological benefits, transcending mere comfort to become a fundamental aspect of human connectionContinue reading ““The Hold Truth””