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- Manage Diabetes, Prevent Blurred Vision and Blindness - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIt is a fact that diabetes, when not managed and addressed, can be a threatening condition that can lead to complications. Although it may be acquired through a genetic predisposition, diabetes can be prevented by implementing a healthy diet and a regular exercise regimen. Otherwise, the disease ...
Views: 884(1 vote) - Moving In Together: Do You Have What It Takes? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraA typical relationship has very important milestones: the first meeting, first date, first kiss and all the other firsts. Although some couple can be quite contented with taking things slow, there are some who believe that moving in together is the next step in taking the relationship to a more ...
Views: 769(3 votes) - Open Your Eyes To The One You Adore - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraEver notice a guy with geeky glasses, murky–colored shirts and acid–washed jeans? In high school, we wouldn’t take a second look with a guy who’s got a bad skin and a hairstyle you can’t even tell which year. We’d rather be caught dead than seen with them in public, we avoid these people. ...
Views: 637(2 votes) - Out Of This World Intercourse Positions That Can Drive Your Man Crazy - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraDo you want to have sex tonight? Then better make it as unforgettable and as wicked as possible. Remember, a wise and witty woman always makes her mark every time she makes love to her man. Keep in mind that great sex should not only spice up your love life, but it should also have a lingering ...
Views: 16639(2 votes) - Personal Learning Environments In Online Education - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraEver since the creation and foundation of the World Wide Web, it has absolutely facilitated and expanded communication modes globally and interestingly, like in any various fields of activity, the Internet has also made considerably great and vast contributions in the world of information and ...
Views: 719(1 vote) - Positive Thinking Steps to Put You On Your Way to Success - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraEvery one of us naturally wants to take steps toward positive thinking because it would take us toward more encouraging and optimistic experiences. Since thinking positively does not come naturally or easily to most of us, it takes focus to acquire them. However, the steps of affirmative ...
Views: 946(1 vote) - Secrets To Successful Couple Communication - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraSome people have a knack for communication; for others, this form of expression can be a little difficult and challenging. Whatever it is, communication is one thing that a lot of people use every single day, on all parts of the globe. People have different ways of relating to one another—we all ...
Views: 917(1 vote) - Steer Clear Of Marital Depression - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWeddings are one of the most special and exciting events that can happen in anyone’s life. It is a very important occasion, for it is the beginning of a new chapter in a couple’s love story. But, there is one thing that goes unnoticed soon after the magical wedding and romantic honeymoon: ...
Views: 799(1 vote) - The Abc's Of Pleasing A Woman Sexually - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraNothing can be more frustrating for a man, than having his woman reject his sexual needs. If you want to put an end with this cruel rejection, then you better wise-up! Sexually pleasing a woman requires little work, but the pay- off will be worth it. It will surely turn things around! So here ...
Views: 4610(2 votes) - The Abc’s Of Marriage: Not A Child’s Play - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraCommunication - if handled well it can give a lifetime’s worth of happiness. Needless to say it is essential to any kind of relationship. It can strengthen any bond, maintain a loving companionship and reconcile tarnished partnerships. It can also bridge long lost amity. On the other hand, if ...
Views: 735(2 votes) - The Backers and Detractors of Alternative Medicine - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraThe term “alternative medicine” is becoming a common by word nowadays. By alternative medicine, we mean the use of certain methods and practices for treatment other than conventional methods of treatments such as surgery and medications.Chinese medicine and the Ayurveda medical ...
Views: 695(1 vote) - The Enneagram Of Personality In Coaching - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWhat if humans had spent many centuries contemplating on the trends of motivation which sit outside the awareness of individuals and support the choices they make? The Enneagram is a system with profound origins which has been built and evolved through several years and several frameworks. It is ...
Views: 1515(1 vote) - The Essence of Managing Time - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraManaging time means that we have to learn skills and techniques for, such as organizing and what really works best for us. We need to be truly effective in communication to manage it. Additionally, we also need to stay focused and concentrated and be conscious and aware of our own beings all the ...
Views: 721(1 vote) - The Essence Of Self Love And Self Worth In Our Lives - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraI wonder how will our lives would really make a big difference if we always choose to like and love ourselves? If we all never place the strength of our self love and self worth outside of ourselves (since after all, weren’t we all always at our prerogative and our own choosing about how we feel ...
Views: 931(3 votes) - The Highs and Lows of Manic Depression - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe moods of a manic depressive person are like that of a pendulum swinging from one extreme to the other. As the term itself implies, manic depression is a psychological disorder wherein a person has bouts of mania and depression. Manic depression is associated with extreme mood swings and ...
Views: 778(1 vote) - The Many Forms Of Foreplay - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWhen it comes to sex, men usually focus on size and stamina. As a woman, I tell you that you are definitely focusing on the wrong things. How to please a woman sexually is all about focusing on the right things… and when I say, “right things” these are the things that are involved not during ...
Views: 3757(2 votes) - The Miracles in Our Lives - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraUsually, we call an event a miracle when we think it is impossible for something to happen, right here and now. Miracles start to happen when we stop being apathetic or indifferent. Like anything or everything else, miracles also come in different and various sizes, some large and some small, ...
Views: 1226(1 vote) - The No- Sweat Guide In Organizing Your Home Office - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAre you one of those individuals who work from home, or have a home-based work or business? Well, aside from the fact that it’s sometimes tough to detach your professional life from your home life in the office space, when it comes to organizing your home office, keeping it in order may pose ...
Views: 721(1 vote) - The Sensational Single Woman - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAre you sick and tired of being the singleton in your group and spending the Holidays alone? Well don’t be! Being single is not that bad. All you have to do is to look at the bright side of being single and learn to appreciate the great life you have. Yes, single and loving it! Say it to your ...
Views: 1694(4 votes) - The Ultimate Guide To Giving Flowers - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraMost men, whether single or married, knows why giving flowers can score whopping points from women. Although some are still quite puzzled on why they even have to be bothered learning about these delicate and frilly creatures, it’s quite a common knowledge that flowers are pretty high up in the ...
Views: 1270(2 votes) - The Wealth Creation Formula - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe key to solving a problem is to come up or use a formula that makes the process easier. Everything has a formula, and by following the logic of it, you’ll never be bothered by problems (in most cases) till the day you die. To get rich is something that only a select few know the answer to. ...
Views: 3316(1 vote) - To Breathe or Not to Breathe: Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraSleep apnea is a major sleep disorder wherein a person abruptly wakes up in the middle of sleep due to a blockage in the airway. At some point in their lives, a lot of people might have experienced this condition. But a sleep disorder should not be regarded as something trivial at all. Sleep is ...
Views: 687(1 vote) - Using Sex To Relieve Stress - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Menno Spijkstra“Not tonight, Josephine” even the famous conqueror Napoleon Bonaparte can decline the carnal needs from the Empress Josephine because of stress… well I’m not sure about that but basically most couple compromise their sex- life because of too much pressure. If only I’d get a penny for every man ...
Views: 1154(1 vote) - Vitamin E For Acne Scars? - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraThere has been the common notion that Vitamin E is good for the skin. What about the case of acne scars? Will Vitamin E be effective in diminishing acne scars? Of course there are other options for acne scars treatment such as chemical peels, Fraxel laser and dermabrasion. They seem to be ...
Views: 8913(1 vote) - West Highland White Terrier Facts - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAnother beautifully cute pet that resembles a stuff toy is the West Highland White Terrier breed. This dog doesn't stand tall, according to statistics it usually grows to a maximum height of 11 inches. Not heavy either, weighing only 15 to 20 pounds. It has a double coat, where the outer coat is ...
Views: 1198(1 vote) - What Women Want When It Comes To Fondling And Kissing - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraIt doesn’t take an Einstein to figure out that a woman’s body is every man’s preferred figure to explore. But you have to remember, my dear enthusiastic explorer that there is so much more in a woman’s body than the breast, vagina and butt. And if you want to have a fulfilling intimacy with your ...
Views: 4319(2 votes) - Where to Meet Men-- The Top 5 Hot Spots You Never Thought Of - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOn the lookout again: single woman looking for a guy. You already have a list, detailing the qualities of your future perfect partner. There’s only one little problem left—you don’t know where to go to meet men. A girl can always go to a club where a lot of single (and attached) men hang out ...
Views: 3969(2 votes) - The Health And Wellness Benefits Of Being Inlove - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraIf you are afraid to love, here are some few sensible reasons that might make you change your mind or heart. Years of research have shown that there is a good symbiotic relationship between health and wellness and being madly and hopelessly inlove. Studies have proven that married or committed ...
Views: 690(9 votes) - Rebound Love: Is He Really Seeing Me? - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraYou swoon, you sigh. He is so romantic, so perfect! He is constantly calling you, giving you sweet nothings. He pampers you tremendously. He tells you every day that he will do anything and every thing you want. Your heart sinks every time he cries by the mere thought of you leaving him. You ...
Views: 1584(4 votes) - In Search For The Best Aerobic Exercise - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhen one is intent in promoting and maintaining overall health and well-being, then they must be aware that a healthy diet, an active lifestyle and the augmentation of health supplements is the only way to go. There is basically no shortcut to good health as attaining such state requires focus ...
Views: 1259(3 votes) - The Single's Guide To A Healthy Self-esteem - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraMany people would agree that being single is fun, liberating and definitely much better than being in a relationship. However, not all singles have it easy all the time. Single women, especially, are at times faced with difficulties about how other people perceive their current status. Friends ...
Views: 847(5 votes) - Dog Disease: The Anal Gland Disease - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhen a dog meets another, it's natural for them to go to the behind and take a sniff. This is a normal social practice among our pets that done to identify one another. Each dog has their own unique smell, which they use for marking territory or remembering a fellow pet. Again it's normal and ...
Views: 1636(2 votes) - Don’t Think About Buying a House without Reading This First - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraBuying a house isn’t as easy as many think it to be. There are plenty of suckers falling for the sweet sales pitch of some bozo trying to sell them something for the sole purpose of getting “their share” of the transaction. Don’t play a fool for these goofballs – it’s important that you sit back ...
Views: 1031(4 votes) - Everybody Wants True Love! - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWhat’s a fairytale without a prince charming, a princess in distress and true love? It’ll probably be just another old story that will somehow fade into obscurity as time goes by. But, the element of true love is what made fairy tales into all-time blockbusters. Yes, everybody wants it so bad, ...
Views: 1037(2 votes) - Finding A Fulfilling Relationship - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraIn this day and age, finding someone to be in a relationship can be fairly easy. But, finding someone to be with you in a fulfilling relationship is well, an entirely different story. How can a person go around looking for someone that truly fulfils one’s needs and desires? While this may sound ...
Views: 808(2 votes) - The Joys of Being a Single Parent After Divorce - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraRaising kids is hard; raising kids alone is near- impossible. It’s absolutely not easy to raise kids when you’re a single parent. However, although it seems awful, (a lot of times it is!) it offers quite a number of astonishing benefits that can make everyday life easier for everyone. According ...
Views: 4571(3 votes) - So, You Think You're Ready For Marriage? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2010 from Menno Spijkstra‘I do’—no other sentence is as emphatic, no words as life-changing. Marriage is perhaps the most important decision a person will ever make in his lifetime. Pledging your life to another person and living the rest of your days together; promising to love and honor each other through sickness, ...
Views: 1026(5 votes) - Don't Be A Downer-- Your Friends Love You! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThere's a reason why you've got friends--it's because they like you! So don't try to label yourself a Loser because nobody wants to hang out with a loser. Don't try to sound like you are your own worst enemy, because your friends are there for you. Don't be a downer; if you hang out with your ...
Views: 1479(1 vote) - How To Attract The Right Man - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraA good relationship that might lead to a successful marriage begins in looking for Mr. Right and in knowing how to attract the right man. Whilst most men fix their eyes on sexy and stunning women, there are also some good and quality men who simply do not go for looks alone. Every lady wants ...
Views: 1278(1 vote) - A Reasonable Adjustment for the Hearing Impaired - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThere is often a tendency for normal individuals not to take seriously the disability of a person being hearing impaired. This may be so as the disability is not visible and those within the category of being normal do not have an inkling about the challenges encountered by the hearing impaired. ...
Views: 1100(1 vote) - Acne Scars: Visual Reminders Of The Past - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAdolescence and the early 20’s are the stages in which acne is prevalent. Due to hormonal alterations during this transition, adolescents and young adults often have breakouts of acne. Pimple or acne breakouts can be attributed to a lot of factors. It could be hereditary, environmental or a ...
Views: 711(1 vote) - Age Difference In Dating - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThe dating world can be an exciting place where people meet, hook up and form relationships of various kinds. On the other hand, it can be a daunting and challenging place too. First off, an individual has to know how to look around and find the right person to date. As the relationship goes ...
Views: 826(1 vote) - Aggression And Dementia: Old Dog Problems - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAs your pet ages, there will be many changes that's bound to happen in its behavior and its relationshep between you and your family. We all know that they age a lot faster than us humans and live a shorter lifespan. As they draw closer to the point of their doom, problems will arise and ...
Views: 5925(1 vote) - All You Need To Know About Pink Eye - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraWhen the clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye and the inner surface covering the eyelids (otherwise known as the conjunctiva) becomes inflammed, then it is called pink eye, pinkeye or conjunctivitis. The conjunctiva can sometimes be infected by bacteria, viruses, allergens, ...
Views: 740(1 vote) - Argentine Dogo: A Fantastic Pet - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraDifferent people have different tastes in dog. There are several reasons for owning a dog; one would be for companionship. Some lonely people fill that “empty space” in their lives with a loving pooch acting as a house pet. Some would like to get one for the purpose of intimidating others – ...
Views: 1064(1 vote) - Attention: Types Of Women To Avoid - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWhen you are between the ages of 19-40, then you are in the Stage 6, intimacy vs. isolation of Erickson’s psychosocial development stage.This is where love relationships becomes the highlight of your life. It is very normal that your yearning to be with someone is just so strong. So strong that ...
Views: 976(4 votes) - Avoid Divorce By Keeping The Balance In Your Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraSome couples wonder why after giving all their time, effort, and energy into their marriage, it’s still doesn’t end well. Just like Sandra, my dorm buddy during college days. A couple of months ago, she called me up to have lunch with her and that she needed someone to talk to. Sandra has this ...
Views: 945(1 vote) - Beauty Products And The Quest For Beauty - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraNatural is essentially beautiful but in this day and age wherein the skin and body is exposed to environmental pollutants and harmful substances even from the diet, the natural may need the aid of beauty products. Almost every woman is in for the quest of beauty as beauty is usually connoted ...
Views: 700(1 vote) - Better Brand Positioning Thru Online Advertising Banners - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAside from television, the world wide web is perhaps the most potent means of advertising these days. Advertisements on the net covers not only those entities conducting transactions online but even those offline businesses. Offline businesses are now extending their services to the net to reach ...
Views: 900(1 vote) - Breaking Free From The Emotional Cage Of Jealousy - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraJealousy can be sweet when it’s done in a minimum level. It can make you feel secure, or even attractive. But when jealousy hits the top of the scale, you better hold on tight for a chaotic and emotional roller coaster ride. It’s because dealing with a jealous partner can be emotionally and ...
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