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We Need Self Care and Collective Care

From an Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, both collective care and self-care are essential for promoting overall well-being. IPNB emphasizes the interconnectedness of individuals within social systems and highlights the impact of interpersonal relationships on brain development and functioning. Self-care focuses … Continue reading

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Nurturing Belonging and Love: Building Community Care

According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, the third level is “a sense of belonging and love.” This level highlights our psychological need for intimate relationships and the crucial role they play in meeting our physiological needs. Even when we practice … Continue reading

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An Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) View of Loving Somebody Who is “Damaged”

 A meme on social media stated that one can “Never know how much a person is ‘damaged’ until you try to love them.” “Damaged” is a pathologizing term. From an interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, the idea that you never know … Continue reading

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