When Supporting Others Becomes a Mirror for Self Reflection I recently noticed something subtle but deeply unsettling. A friend of mine disappeared from social media. It may sound insignificant to some, but for someone who had been consistently present online for over four years, the silence felt loud. It was the first time I had seen him step away so completely, and instinctively, I knew something was not right. When I reached out, I learned he was not in a good headspace. T

Friendships are central to happiness. Yet a new study suggests that who  you are friends with matters just as much as how many  friends you have. At a time when wellbeing is declining, stress is rising and loneliness is at an all-time high, nurturing meaningful connections is more important than ever. Recent findings show that having friends who differ from you in age, race, income or educational background can significantly boost life satisfaction. Diversity in relationships