The fear of disappointing others (FODO) is a powerful feeling that often makes it very difficult for us to say no and set up healthy boundaries, causing stress, anxiety, and burnout. How do we get over this fear? Nick Wignall provides six tips we can use, one of which is remembering that we’re not responsible for other people’s emotions. How people react is out of your control, so you shouldn’t beat yourself up over them feeling disappointed. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
