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Ever feel like some of your emotional struggles stem from childhood experiences? "Reparenting" is a buzzy therapy concept that focuses on healing your "inner child" by giving yourself the care and guidance you might have missed growing up. Experts break down how it works, why it resonates with so many people, and whether it’s legit or just another self-help trend.

Editor’s Note: Therapy trends come and go, but reparenting taps into something deeper—the idea that unresolved childhood wounds shape adult behavior. Whether you're skeptical or curious, understanding this approach could help you (or someone you know) reframe personal growth in a meaningful way. It’s not just pop psychology; it’s about rewriting old scripts.

Donald Trump’s push to slash diversity, equity, and inclusion (D.E.I.) programs isn’t just affecting marginalized groups—it’s also hitting rural, white Americans harder than expected. Many of these communities rely on federal grants and initiatives tied to D.E.I. for things like job training, healthcare, and education. Without that support, they’re feeling the pinch, too.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another partisan debate—it’s a real-world example of how sweeping policy changes can backfire in unexpected ways. Rural areas, often seen as Trump’s base, are now grappling with the fallout of cuts they might have assumed wouldn’t touch them. It’s a reminder that policies framed as "culture war" issues often have concrete, far-reaching consequences—even for the people who thought they’d be spared.

S. Daniel Abraham, the savvy entrepreneur who turned Slim-Fast into a household name and built a fortune on the promise of easy weight loss, has passed away at 100. His story is one of classic American hustle—spotting a gap in the market (who doesn’t want a quick fix for shedding pounds?) and scaling it into a empire. Beyond business, he was also a noted philanthropist and political donor, leaving a mark far beyond the diet industry.

Editor’s Note: Abraham’s life reflects both the triumphs and complexities of the American Dream. He capitalized on cultural obsessions with weight and convenience, making millions while sparking debates about diet culture. His longevity (both in life and business) offers a lens into how industries evolve—and how one person’s vision can shape them. Even if you never drank a Slim-Fast shake, his impact on consumer habits is hard to ignore.

A major healthcare milestone is coming to North Carolina—the state's first standalone children's hospital will be built in a Raleigh suburb, creating around 8,000 jobs. This isn’t just another medical facility; it’s a dedicated space for pediatric care, signaling big investments in both healthcare and local employment.

Editor’s Note: For families in North Carolina, this means easier access to specialized care for kids without having to travel out of state. For the local economy, it’s a huge win—thousands of new jobs in healthcare, construction, and support services. It’s also a sign that the Raleigh area is growing as a regional hub for critical services, not just tech and research. Big news all around.

A Michigan judge has upheld the state's long-standing ban on using public funds to cover abortions for low-income residents, dismissing a legal challenge that sought to overturn the policy. The ruling keeps in place a decades-old restriction that prevents Medicaid and other state-funded programs from paying for abortions except in rare cases.

Editor’s Note: This decision is a setback for abortion access advocates, particularly for low-income Michiganders who rely on public healthcare. While abortion remains legal in Michigan, the ruling means many people still can't afford the procedure unless they pay out of pocket—deepening disparities in healthcare access. It also signals that legal battles over abortion funding are far from over, even in states where abortion rights are protected.