Coffee with Karim

In Episode 105 of the Coffee with Karim Podcast, we dive into the essential foundations of family connection, exploring the power of attention, affection, and approval in parent-child relationships. Discover insights on nurturing bonds, the human need for intimacy, and navigating family challenges in the digital age, including screen time and effective communication. Perfect for parents, educators, and anyone looking to strengthen family ties. More Info on Studies René Spitz’s Observational Studies (1940s): René Spitz was a psychoanalyst who studied infants in orphanages and hospitals. He observed that children who lacked maternal care or consistent adult attention developed what he called “anaclitic depression,” showing signs of developmental delays, emotional withdrawal, and increased mortality. His work highlighted the psychological harm caused by emotional neglect, as many infants in orphanages during this period received minimal affection, and caregivers often focused solely on physical needs. Harry Harlow’s Experiments with Rhesus Monkeys (1950s): Although not directly on humans, Harlow’s work with rhesus monkeys profoundly impacted how we understand attachment. Harlow found that young monkeys preferred soft, comforting "mothers" over wire ones that only provided food. This work suggested that emotional bonds and comfort are vital to development, reinforcing the importance of nurturing environments for infants and challenging the practice in orphanages where emotional support was often overlooked. Romanian Orphanage Studies (1990s): In the 1990s, psychologists and researchers began studying children in Romanian orphanages who had been raised in extremely deprived conditions. These studies found that children raised without consistent caregivers and social interaction had severe cognitive, emotional, and physical delays. Many children experienced attachment disorders, struggled with emotional regulation, and had long-term developmental impacts.

Habeeb Akande is an author, sex educator, and historian. He is a former student of al-Azhar University and the founder of the Erotology Institute, which provides online courses on Islamic sexology and African intimacy. Habeeb Akande's Work Women of Desire: A Guide to Passionate Love and Sexual Compatibility A Taste of Honey: Sexuality and Erotology in Islam. Kunyaza: The Secret to Female Pleasure. Erotology Institute (www.erotologyinstitute.com) Home (erotologyinstitute.com) The Orgasm Gap (BBC audio documentary on Kunyaza) - BBC World Service - The Documentary, Life Changes, The Orgasm Gap BBC Kunyaza Documentary on YouTube Rwanda: Sexual Pleasure and Controversy - BBC World Service (youtube.com)

0:00 Marriage is Half of Religion 8:00 Compatibility Values 15:00 Defining Needs like "Being Religious" 20:00 Male and Female Psychology 25:00 Avoidance and Aggression in Relationship 28:00 What is Emotional Availability? 32:00 Open Communication 38:00 Acceptance and Accessibility 40:00 Cultural Psychology 45:00 Communication skills + Text messaging 55:00 Conflict Resolution Connect with Karim Serageldin Get 1 on 1 Consulting noor-scheduling.as.me/Karim Support this Podcast www.patreon.com/coffeewithkarim Websites www.noorhumanconsulting.com coffeewithkarim.com/ ---------------------------------------- Enjoy Noaman Farooq project at Ibn Salim YouTube channel. / @nf.podcast Instagram @noaman.farooq10 _______________________________ Connect with Mindful Muslimah website www.mindful-muslimah.com Instagram handle @mindfulmuslimah

It breaks my heart to see any group of people oppressed and killed. Human lives are all equal and it is sad to watch the news these days around the Israel war on Hamas. At the same time many people including Jewish communities have united upon universal principles and values for a better humanity. I pray both sides can attain peace with the support of the world.