Warm Comfort

Comfort

Comfort is a state of physical or psychological ease, often characterized by the absence of hardship. Individuals experiencing a lack of comfort are typically described as uncomfortable or in discomfort. A degree of psychological comfort can be achieved by recreating experiences that are associated with pleasant memories, such as engaging in familiar activities, maintaining the presence of familiar objects, and consumption of comfort foods. Comfort is a particular concern in health care, as providing comfort to the sick and injured is one goal of healthcare, and can facilitate recovery. The phrase "comfort zone" is sometimes used to describe a psychological state associated with perceived safety and familiarity. Because of the personal nature of positive associations, psychological comfort is highly subjective.

warm

Adjective

1. Of a somewhat high temperature, often but not always connoting that the high temperature is pleasant rather than uncomfortable.
2. Friendly and with affection.

Verb

1. To make or keep warm.
2. To become warm, to heat up.

comfort

Noun

1. Contentment, ease.
2. Something that offers comfort.

Verb

1. To relieve the distress or suffering of; to provide comfort to.
2. To make strong; to invigorate; to fortify; to corroborate.