Psychology Today | 22.05.2026 06:39
Many have considered foster parenting after reading an article about a child neglected or abused. Our hearts go out to them. We feel compelled to be that source of healing; in essence, to rescue a child from an unsafe situation. This is empathy, and at the same time, empathy can lead us to believe that just fostering them—providing safety, security, and love—will make their lives better. It feels like a mitzvah of love.
