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Be authentic Be present Emotional support Listening Offer help Positive communication Practice empathy Practice mindfulness Praise Recognition Show interest

You need to give and receive attention. Learn how with these tips.

Here's ten ways to satisfy your basic human need for attention (both giving and receiving). As social creatures, humans crave attention from others. Whether it is to feel validated, loved, or simply acknowledged,...

Apr 13, 2023 4 min read
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