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LBCI
17-07-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
PM Salam discusses Syrian unity and Lebanon's stability in call with Walid Jumblatt
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam emphasized the need to preserve Syria's unity and promote understanding among its people under the umbrella of the Syrian state. In a phone call with former Progressive Socialist Party leader Walid Jumblatt, Salam stressed the importance of acting with wisdom and restraint in Lebanon and avoiding reactions that could trigger internal tensions among fellow citizens. The prime minister also praised Jumblatt's efforts, along with those of other local leaders across various regions, to prevent internal disputes that could threaten Lebanon's stability and its path toward restoring state authority.
Forbes
14-06-2025
- General
- Forbes
3 Things You Need To Know To ‘Feel Seen' In Relationships, By A Psychologist
If no one ever truly sees you, maybe it's time to ask: Are you showing them who you really are? Here ... More are three ways to be more fully seen in relationships. The longing to feel seen by the people you love is deeply human. All of us want to feel seen by our loved ones and be known for who we are beneath it all. When you love someone, it's natural for you to want them to recognize you and your needs, and to love you without feeling the need to perform. However, you may be holding onto a flawed expectation when you assume the other person should 'just know' you inside-out, without you having to communicate your feelings. This might look like hoping your friend picks up on your mood without you explaining it, or wishing your partner just understands how they may have hurt you, without needing to ask. This can very easily lead you to the assumption that the other person just does not care. But that is likely far from the truth. The reality is that they probably just do not know how you feel, and that lack of knowledge can impact the way they act. Misunderstandings happen when you expect others to read between the lines or when you stay silent about what matters most, and then feel hurt when no one notices. The truth is, helping others see you is also your responsibility. It doesn't mean forcing a connection or oversharing to be understood. It means learning how to show up in ways that invite the kind of understanding you crave. Here are three things you need to know to feel more seen and help your relationships feel more connected. You may want your partner to just 'get you' without having to give any explanations or waiting for them pick up on the subtle hints you're dropping. But as comforting as that may sound or feel, people can't read your mind, no matter how much they love you. They can come to certain conclusions based on already-made assumptions and observations about you, but to rely on mere assumptions to gauge someone's mood only reinforces an unstable pattern and unhealthy ground for the relationship. Over time, this creates a fragile and inaccurate way of relating to one another and can set you up for disappointments and misunderstandings in the relationship. Eventually, this will likely lead to emotional needs being unmet. In a 2021 study published in the Journal of Family Psychology, 155 heterosexual couples were asked to engage in a real-time discussion about a topic that typically causes conflict in their relationship. During the interaction, researchers focused on one partner (called the 'target') and observed how much they expressed their thoughts and feelings. Meanwhile, the other partner (the 'perceiver') was assessed for how accurately they could understand what the target was thinking and feeling. Researchers found that the more the target partner expressed themselves, whether verbally or nonverbally, the more accurately their partner was able to understand and empathize with them. This was true for both emotional expressions (like 'I feel hurt') and cognitive ones (like 'I think you don't understand me') and it held up even when the emotions expressed were difficult or potentially threatening to the relationship. This brings attention to the fact that clear self-expression led to greater understanding, regardless of the emotional intensity. If you want to be seen for who you are, you have to offer others something real to see. This simply means sharing your inner world through clear and honest expression. When we talk about being seen, it's important to note that being seen requires being known, which means disclosing and sharing parts of you. This comes with a great deal of vulnerability, usually the foundation of intimacy. However, not all vulnerability helps create closeness. When you overshare too quickly, sometimes intending to fast-track intimacy, it can destabilize the relationship. This pattern of intense and early self-disclosure is called floodlighting, and it might leave the other person feeling obligated or overwhelmed, and you feeling more unseen. While this can feel like honesty or emotional courage, it can bypass the slow trust-building that true intimacy depends on. The social penetration theory supports this. It suggests that intimacy deepens best through a layered and reciprocal process. It should start with surface-level sharing and gradually move into deeper emotional territory. So, it's worth remembering that vulnerability is powerful, but only when it's shared at a pace that allows both people to feel safe enough to stay open. A crucial aspect of allowing yourself to be authentically seen and understood is learning how to set boundaries. Boundaries are purely about letting the right things in. Think of them almost like an instruction manual that can guide others on how to care for you, how to engage with you and what respect looks like to you. When you don't communicate your limits clearly or abandon them to avoid conflict, you will often end up feeling invisible, resentful or misunderstood. A 2024 study organized and synthesized psychological research on the role of personal boundaries and their impact on an individual's mental health and relationships. Lead author Taras Chernata begins by defining personal boundaries as internal and external spaces, including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual boundaries. These spaces merely protect and differentiate an individual from others. Chernata explored how these boundaries function as filters in helping people regulate closeness, protect their well-being and maintain a clear sense of self. He suggests that boundaries are formed over time, shaped by early interactions with caregivers, one's environment and personality. Common disruptions to effective boundary-setting include difficulty saying no, a fear of rejection or a lack of awareness on how to communicate one's limits. This can often lead people to either overextend themselves or shut others out. Chernata also highlights how assertiveness is essential in maintaining healthy boundaries. Saying what you need while respecting others is key to establishing stable and emotionally safe relationships. This highlights the importance of being clear about your boundaries, even in the smallest of everyday choices. Saying 'yes' when you mean 'no,' or tolerating what feels wrong subtly teaches others that your needs are optional or negotiable. When you stay true to yourself and assert your needs with clarity and respect, you give yourself the chance to be seen completely for who you are by those who love you, creating space for genuine connection. It's normal to sometimes hold back parts of yourself out of certain fears, such as the fear of rejection, of being too much or not being enough. But the truth is, people can only respond to what you allow them to see. You may think that being 'seen' only matters during big emotional conversations or moments of conflict. But the foundation of a healthy, supportive relationship is built in everyday exchanges. You can start practicing this first in low-stakes moments: Share a small opinion even if it differs from others. You could share how your day went instead of defaulting to 'I'm fine.' Voice a small preference, even if it feels trivial. These gestures may seem minor, but they gently teach your nervous system that it's safe to be known. Over time, you will build a habit of consciously choosing to be your authentic self despite your fears. This way, you build relationships where you can trust that the connection is real, rooted in people seeing and respecting you for who you truly are, not who you feel you need to be. Are you being your authentic self in your relationships? Take this science-backed test to find out: Authenticity In Relationships Scale
Washington Post
30-05-2025
- General
- Washington Post
Chinese student struck a chord emphasizing humanity during Harvard commencement speech
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — A day after her emotional speech at Harvard University's commencement, Yurong 'Luanna' Jiang kept running into classmates who praised her message that people should see everyone's common humanity rather than demonize others for their differences. 'We're starting to believe those who think differently, vote differently or pray differently — whether they're across the ocean or sitting right next to us — are not just wrong. We mistakenly see them as evil. But it doesn't have to be this way,' she said in her address, which drew wide applause.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Your Daily Couples Horoscope for May 24, 2025
Communication is key in any relationship, but sometimes things fall through the cracks. Our daily couple horoscope can help you find what's been lost and maintain that spark! Sit down with your partner and talk things through. You're feeling more open and they will respond in kind. Most likely, you'll reach a new understanding that improves things significantly. Try to take a little extra care when dealing with your partner, because you're going to need to deal with fallout from their past or life outside the relationship. It will all tidy up quickly, though. You want to take things to a deeper level, and it shouldn't be too hard to convince your partner that that's the best thing to do. You're still as playful as ever, but you need to show your serious side. As you're doing some planning with your partner, make sure that you take time out to relax and just enjoy the current energy. At least one hour alone to just be together should be enough. You may feel like taking a risk and talking about an issue that means a lot to you or moving forward with the relationship more quickly than you're used to. Either way, it should work well. Find out what the cards have in store for you with your 2022 Tarot Reading. Family obligations are going to tie your hands in some way, but your partner loves you for who you are and won't freak out over it. If it happens much more often, you'll need to find a balance. You're interested in checking new options, though that doesn't mean your eye is wandering. You're just curious about how otherds navigate the terrain of their relationships, so ask questions. Your partner is going to be the decision-maker now, and you're going to be fine with stepping back and letting them call the shots. It won't be long before you're back on equal footing. Your mood couldn't be better and it will almost certainly be infectious. No stress can shake your smile and your partner is perfectly happy to spend as much time as possible together. If you want to get anything done together, or even just see each other amidst the madness, you're going to have to stick with your plans. Flexibility is nice, but it can derail everything now. You're going to feel the urge to organize a social gathering soon, so now is as good a time as any to start planning it. Your partner can help with the details, but you can handle the big picture. It's a good idea to look carefully at the little details of your interactions, because you're going to notice patterns developing that you may want to stop, or at least redirect. What does your moon sign mean? Learn more about your emotional world with a Moon Sign Reading! 🌙
