What are we Looking at this week?

You can have an impact on someone’s day without even knowing it.

This powerful quote, from a LinkedIn post by Cleo Wade, reminds us that the impact we make can be positive or negative.

Your words and actions can encourage, inspire, and build up other people, or they can do the opposite.

How will you use your power today?

I Am Here has as a goal to change the world; one compassionate connection at a time.

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What are we listening to this week?

What’s the difference between feeling low and being clinically depressed?

This episode of the Huberman Lab podcast focuses on the science behind depression. Dr. Huberman discusses what it means to be depressed, to be unable to show basic self-care, such as taking a shower. He also talks about what can be done to help people with depression and protect against it. The science behind depression is presented in a way that is in depth yet easy to understand.

What has Dr. Huberman’s podcast taught you about depression? Let us know on our social media pages – X, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

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Watch the video. (2:02:03) or view the transcript

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What we are reading this week?

This week, we explore “How to Listen to Someone Without Judgment” by Mariana Plata (on Psychology Today). The article highlights the importance of genuine support during challenging times. It suggests listening to the other without offering advice. The article suggests instead using empathetic responses like “I’m so sorry you’re going through this,” and asking how you can best support them.

Regularly remind the person of their importance with simple gestures, and avoid adding shame or judgement to their experience.

These strategies foster a supportive and understanding environment, crucial in both personal and professional settings.

I Am Here places importance on Listening, as one of its CLEAR skills. Find out more here.

Show you care. Ask the question. Call for help.

Read this article. (3-min read)

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