All posts tagged: seek

Do You Seek Validation Because of Low Self-Esteem?

Do You Seek Validation Because of Low Self-Esteem?

Published by Jenni Sidey

We all need validation. Especially as children developing our sense of self, we need validation from our parents to build confidence and self-worth. Sadly, many of my clients didn’t receive enough validation when they were young, so now they struggle with low self-esteem. If we worked hard on a school project, we needed to be told, “Well done! I’m so proud of you.” Crucially, not because we got an A for our project, but because we worked hard and did our best. Many parents, especially narcissistic ones, give praise only when their kids achieve highly. That’s because narcissistic mums and dads see their kids as extensions of themselves. Their children’s success is their success. And their failures are also perceived to be a reflection of the self-involved parent, which triggers shame—an emotion that is unbearable for narcissistic folks. If this is ringing bells for you, I’m sorry. It’s incredibly hard to grow up with this kind of parenting, because it progressively erodes your self-esteem, making you anxious and desperate for the tiny crumbs of praise …

How to Use AI to Seek Truth Over Tribe and Ego

How to Use AI to Seek Truth Over Tribe and Ego

Published by Jenni Sidey

“Ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” – John 8:32 (KJV) I was recently at an Austin Forum on Technology & Society meeting, which was having a town hall discussion about a hot topic: data centers. People expressed some strong feelings, politely. The issue, like a lot of modern challenges, comes down to “it’s complicated.” The moderator, Professor Mark Strama of The University of Texas at Austin, offered some profound closing remarks. He noted how complex these issues are and that we need to know the facts to make informed decisions. To protect against confirmation bias and sycophantic AI models, he advised us all to: “Go to the settings and tell it not to tell you what it thinks you want to hear. Tell it to give you the best argument against your presuppositions and you will get a lot more value out of that AI.” Strama named something critically important that is not being said enough. And his advice is a true beginning, though the settings alone will not …

Democrats seek to counter RNC’s ‘Trump-a-palooza’ convention in Dallas

Democrats seek to counter RNC’s ‘Trump-a-palooza’ convention in Dallas

Published by Sam Flores

Democrats are seeking to seize on the Republican National Committee’s first-of-its-kind midterm convention with plans for counterprogramming around the two-day Dallas bash as the party eyes a Senate flip in the red state.  Republicans are hopeful the so-called “Trump-a-palooza” next week excites the base about turning out amid a bleak midterm outlook for the GOP and concerns about low attendance, timing and… Source link

Live results: Progressives seek another upset in Hawaii’s congressional races

Live results: Progressives seek another upset in Hawaii’s congressional races

Published by Sam Flores

Hawaiian voters go to the polls today to select the Democratic and Republican candidates in the Aloha State’s congressional races this November. Both Democratic incumbents are seeking reelection, but one faces a progressive challenger who’s hoping left-wing candidates’ success across the country this year comes to the Aloha State. Meanwhile, Republicans already have presumptive nominees… Source link

Why a racing heart during perimenopause shouldn’t always be blamed on hormones — and when to seek help

Why a racing heart during perimenopause shouldn’t always be blamed on hormones — and when to seek help

Published by Daniella Wilson

A racing heart can be frightening at any age. Palpitations are common during perimenopause and may occur alongside hot flushes, anxiety and disturbed sleep. In many cases, they do not indicate a serious heart problem, but they should not automatically be attributed to hormonal changes. Palpitations can occur for many reasons, including stress, anaemia, thyroid disorders, abnormal heart rhythms and long COVID. A racing or irregular heartbeat can also accompany a heart attack or another serious condition, including Takotsubo syndrome, also known as “broken heart syndrome”. New, persistent or worsening palpitations should be assessed by a healthcare professional. Palpitations that do not go away or occur with chest pain, shortness of breath, feeling faint or fainting require urgent medical help. New, persistent or worsening palpitations should be assessed by a healthcare professional (Getty Images) Perimenopause and cardiovascular health Perimenopause is the transitional phase before menopause, when ovarian hormone levels fluctuate and periods become less predictable. Menopause is reached after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. Oestrogen influences several aspects of cardiovascular health, including blood-vessel …

Shabana Mahmood Says Politicians Should Not “Seek Personal Profit” From Henry Nowak’s Murder

Shabana Mahmood Says Politicians Should Not “Seek Personal Profit” From Henry Nowak’s Murder

Published by Sam Flores

(House of Commons) 3 min read2 hr Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has said it is wrong for politicians to “seek personal profit” from the murder of Henry Nowak. In a House of Commons statement on Tuesday, Mahmood described the murder as “an act of pure evil”. Nowak, 18, was handcuffed by police and arrested while he lay dying on the ground in Southampton in December. He told the police officers he could not breathe after having been stabbed by Vickrum Digwa. Digwa, 23, falsely claimed to officers on the scene that he had been a victim of a racist attack. On Monday, he was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 21 years for the murder. The case has prompted strong criticism of the police response. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), the police watchdog, has initiated an investigation into the conduct of the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary. Mahmood told MPs that the IOPC would be given the “resources, authority and independence it needs to conduct a “full, fearless and transparent” investigation. …

Should I Seek a Second Opinion?

Should I Seek a Second Opinion?

Published by Jenni Sidey

By Jacob M. Appel, MD, JD Second opinions in Medicine are nearly as old as illness itself. In Proverbs 11:14, the Bible exhorts that “in multitude of counsellors there is safety.” Wealthy patients in ancient Rome frequently called upon several successive physicians to offer medical advice. By the mid-20th century, seeking more than one opinion about a serious condition had become common. Some insurers and large employers even started mandating multiple evaluations prior to expensive operations. Yet many patients struggle with whether and how to seek such additional guidance. For instance, patients may fear they are betraying their first doctor, especially if they are involved in a longstanding care relationship. They may also be concerned that the electronic medical record will reveal the decision to obtain a second opinion to their original provider. As a result, making such a choice can become emotionally trying, especially if one fears subsequent rejection by one’s original provider. Once a patient decides to seek reassessment, the logistics also raise difficult issues. Is the patient ethically obligated to share that …

MPs seek to end ”automatic right” to religious charitable status

MPs seek to end ”automatic right” to religious charitable status

Published by Sam Flores

A new parliamentary group will seek to end the “automatic right” of religious groups to charitable status. A proposed All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on spiritual and ritual abuse will bring together MPs and peers from across the political spectrum. It is set to be established imminently. Its chair, Labour MP Sam Carling, said the APPG will seek to “to remove the automatic right of any group that sets itself up as a religion to be given charitable status.” This will form part of its strategy to tackle abusive, ‘cultish’ religious groups which control their members through coercion. In December, Carling highlighted the findings of the National Secular Society’s Mission and Misogyny report at Prime Minister’s Questions. The report sets out how the charitable purpose ‘the advancement of religion’ is allowing religious charities to promote misogyny with impunity, and recommends its removal. A Government minister said the findings were “absolutely shocking”. The NSS has also raised concerns about religious charities promoting ‘gay conversion’ exorcisms, ‘witch hunting’, and fears of ‘black magic’. In 2024 alone, the Department …

The Actual, Literal College for Tradwives, Where Right-Wing Women Seek Their Mrs. Degrees

The Actual, Literal College for Tradwives, Where Right-Wing Women Seek Their Mrs. Degrees

Published by Sam Flores

Hyles-Anderson, an unaccredited college founded in 1972, is an hour drive from downtown Chicago and awards four-year degrees, operating independently of government oversight. Its website maintains this is to “avoid the potential of outside influences or pressures to change our theological, doctrinal, and moral position.” Hyles-Anderson did not respond to a request for comment. While prospective applicants “must be either a high school graduate or have a GED certificate,” the admission policies at Hyles-Anderson also consider a student’s marital status. According to the 2025-2026 academic catalog, “Married students must be at least 20 years old by the first day of registration for each semester. Single, divorced students must be at least 25 years of age by the first day of registration for each semester.” Tuition costs a modest $2,500 per semester with the total rising to $5,550 to include room and board and a registration fee. The alumni network is narrow, with graduates mostly appearing to funnel into the familiar pipeline of pastors, missionary, or ministry leader roles. For men, the college experience at Hyles-Anderson …

Glenn, Malinin seek redemption at figure skating world championships

Glenn, Malinin seek redemption at figure skating world championships

Published by Sam Flores

Amber Glenn performs during the Women’s short program during the 2026 ISU World Figure Skating Championships on Wednesday. Michal Cizek/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Michal Cizek/AFP via Getty Images Has the end of the Winter Olympics left a rink-sized void in your heart? If so, good news: the ISU Figure Skating World Championships are now underway. This year’s competition, held in Prague, began on Wednesday and ends on Saturday. Much like the Olympics, it features two days of competition in each of the four disciplines: women’s, men’s, pairs and ice dance. It’s the last major event of the 2025-2026 figure skating season, offering athletes one more shot at a title and, in some cases, post-Olympics redemption. Many Olympians, including American gold medalist Alysa Liu, and reigning ice dance world champions Madison Chock and Evan Bates, withdrew from worlds after medaling in Milan, which is not unusual. But other fan-favorites, like Amber Glenn and Ilia Malinin, are aiming to make this podium after missing out in Italy. Competition kicked off with the women’s …