humanity

For better or for worse, relationships reveal the core of the human condition.

The Handshake Isn’t Dead
People forget how ancient certain gestures are. The handshake is one of them. A brief grip between two human hands started long before business cards, offices, or networking events. It began as proof that neither person carried a weapon. It was the original trust test, done in open view, palm out, fingers visible, nothing hidden. The motion settled nerves in a time when ambush and suspicion shaped daily life. Humans remember rituals that keep them alive. Even if modern culture forgets the origin story, the nervous system does not.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin | Ink Profiler6 days ago in Humans
How to Find the Right Day Treatment Program in Your Area. AI-Generated.
Finding the right level of mental health or addiction care can feel overwhelming, especially when outpatient therapy isn’t enough but inpatient treatment seems too intensive. This is where day treatment programs, often called Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHPs), play an important role. These programs provide structured, comprehensive care during the day while allowing individuals to return home in the evening.
By Jordan Blake6 days ago in Humans
The Reason Your Life Feels Stuck (And How to Finally Break Out of It)
Everyone has had that moment where life feels like it’s on repeat. You wake up, go through the same routine, deal with the same frustrations, dream about something better, and then somehow end up doing the same thing tomorrow. It’s not because you’re lazy, incapable, or unmotivated. It’s because you’re caught in a loop — a loop built from habits, comfort, fear, and patterns you don’t even realize you’ve accepted.
By mike6 days ago in Humans
Examples of Trust in a Relationship People Often Miss
Trust isn't always loud. It does not only show up during big promises or dramatic moments. Trust in good relationships is frequently expressed through little, ordinary actions that many people ignore. On the Bloom Boldly platform, we believe that growth begins with awareness. When we recognize these subtle cues, relationships feel safer, deeper, and more robust.
By Bloom Boldly6 days ago in Humans
How to Protect Yourself from Negative People
No one likes to be around negative people. However, it cannot always be avoided, especially when the negativity comes from family members, friends, co-workers, and even members of one's own church.
By Margaret Minnicks6 days ago in Humans
Everyone Wants Change Until It Requires Change
People say they want more money, more confidence, more freedom, more control over their lives. But what they really want is the result — not the transformation.
By mike6 days ago in Humans
The Mindset Shift That Instantly Separates Doers From Dreamers
Scroll through any social platform and you’ll see thousands of people talking about what they want: More success. More confidence. More opportunities. A better life.
By mike6 days ago in Humans
The Counter of the Dead: How a Small-Town Pharmacist Saw the Opioid Apocalypse Coming When Everyone Else Looked Away
The harrowing true story of the rural pharmacists who tried to warn America about the opioid crisis years before it became a national headline, and the systemic failure that silenced them.
By Frank Massey 6 days ago in Humans
Woman Shot in Minneapolis Leaves a City Searching for Answers
The news reached people quietly at first, then all at once. A woman shot in Minneapolis during a federal operation. At first, it sounded like another brief headline in a country used to tragedy. But as details emerged, the weight of it settled in. This was not just about a single moment of violence. It was about fear spilling into everyday life. It was about trust already stretched thin and now pulled even tighter. Minneapolis is a city that knows grief too well, and this incident reopened wounds many hoped were healing. To understand why this matters, we must look beyond the act itself and into the lives, systems, and emotions tied to it.
By Muqadas khan6 days ago in Humans
Empaths Don’t Need Thicker Skin, They Need Better Boundaries
Being an empath is often treated like a badge of honor. You’re the one people turn to when they’re overwhelmed, confused, or hurting. You listen deeply, sense emotional shifts instantly, and care in ways that feel natural and instinctive. But over time, that constant emotional openness can come at a cost.
By Leigh Cala-or6 days ago in Humans
Social Media Causing the Decline in Humanity?
From the moment we wake up to the moment we fall asleep, many of us are glued to screens filled with social feeds, infinite scrolls, and algorithmic suggestions tailored to grab — and keep — our attention. While social media promised connection, empowerment, and community, it’s increasingly clear that its **cost to our mental health, social cohesion, and emotional well-being is profound.** Unless we confront these issues head-on, we risk a generational decline in humanity’s psychological and interpersonal health.
By Anthony Bahamonde6 days ago in Humans
AI the New Wave of Networking
Networking has always been about building relationships—but the way we network has changed dramatically. Gone are the days when success depended solely on attending events, handing out business cards, and hoping someone remembers your name. Today, digital platforms, global communities, and constant online interaction have transformed how connections are made.
By Anthony Bahamonde6 days ago in Humans