#Emotional Support

The Quiet Power of Making Others Feel Seen

Finally, digital tools can extend, though not replace, presence. Text-based resources like Crisis Text Line (text 741741 in the U.S.) and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline widen access during off-hours and for those who prefer anonymity. Group chats and community forums maintain continuity across distance, yet—as Sherry Turkle warns in Alone Together (2011)—connection without depth can breed further loneliness. The remedy is deliberate: use technology to schedule calls, host peer circles, and follow up after tough moments, ensuring each ping becomes a path back to human warmth. [...]

It's Not What We Have, But Who We Have in Our Life That Matters - J.M. Laurence

J.M. Laurence’s quote invites us to reflect on our priorities in life, urging us to appreciate and nurture the relationships we have, suggesting they are the true treasures of our existence. [...]