Supporting someone we care about is often an expression of love, compassion and responsibility. We offer help when people struggle, stand beside them during difficult seasons and sometimes make sacrifices to help them find their footing again. But an important psychological question arises: at what point does helping someone begin Read more
There is a scene that seems to repeat itself with worrying regularity on Kenyan roads. A lorry overturns, its cargo spills onto the road, and within minutes, a crowd gathers. But often, they are not there to help. They are there to help themselves. Sacks of maize, crates of soda, Read more
From a psychological perspective, avoiding confrontation is rarely just about being afraid of arguments. Sometimes, what looks like avoidance is a learned way of protecting oneself. For some people, the pattern begins early in life. A child may grow up in an environment where disagreement is met with anger, punishment, Read more