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- Relationships: Can We Ever Truly Know Anyone? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThroughout one’s life, they are naturally going to meet people they feel close to and people they don’t. And the people who they don’t feel close to are going to be in the majority. Special connections are going to be rare and this is because one won’t meet people like this all of the time. ...
Views: 1955(1 vote) - Gay and Single – Not Alone - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Paul NovelloSociety projects an idealized image of a fulfilled life as being straight and married with children. This is viewed as the pinnacle of success in the hierarchy of love. At the very least we should all have a significant other in our lives. With the advent of gay marriage, many gay men are ...
Views: 1953(1 vote) - What Makes People Lie? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Caroline NettleLying is something that everybody does and children learn to do at a very specific age-around about 4 years old- the same age that they are becoming more independent and watching how others behave. Children learn what they see instead of what they are told. So if mum is saying that everything ...
Views: 1953 - Why being single could be bad for your health - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Mark RagoThe social organization of our world is changing. People are getting married later in their lives. Unions between couples are not always in traditional marriages, but increasingly as cohabitation, with or without children. A significant amount of marriages dissolve and we are left wondering ...
Views: 1950 - Relationships: Why Do Some People's Relationships Come To An End When They Start To Work On Themselves? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperOn one hand, one’s life can be an expression of their true-self, and on the other hand, it can be an expression of their false-self. When it is an expression of the former, they are going to spend time with people who know they are. As a result of this, it will be possible for them to ...
Views: 1948 - Men's 7-Step Mediation Technique For Overcoming Shyness - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Chris ChandraYes, there is such a thing. A meditation technique that helps you to overcome shyness. It’s a meditation technique I’ve used for over 6 years and it’s helped me a great deal. If you follow any of my articles or read about me then you know I’ve overcome shyness and gotten to the point ...
Views: 1947(1 vote) - William and Hannah:A Story About Forgiveness - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Cherie Ballog"To err is human; to forgive, divine."-Alexander Pope This parable stars two children; however, if we adults examine our hearts closely I think we'll find bits of William and Hannah hiding somewhere deep inside them. William and Hannah were next door neighbors which served them well, since ...
Views: 1947 - Getting Triggered and What You Can Do - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2017 from Darlene LancerGetting your "buttons" pushed or getting "triggered" is an opportunity to heal and grow. The more hurts we've endured and the weaker our boundaries, the more reactive we are to people and events. Our triggers - our buttons - are our wounds. Codependents are off the charts when it comes to ...
Views: 1944(2 votes) - Conquer the world when you put friendship and smiles first in your life - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieTHE BLESSING OF FRIENDSHIP B: Blessed beyond compare are we when we have beautiful friends. Beside me, I feel so blessed, loved and cared for. Friends certainly bless our lives and are a blessing. L: Loving thoughts are all I feel for my friends. Loving ways are the hallmarks of great ...
Views: 1943(1 vote) - Learning to Take the Time to Relax During the Holiday Period - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Rhonda RabowAround this time of year, people start preparing to think about their holidays. For many, it is a time of excitement and anticipation whether it is watching their children’s faces light up after they get their gifts, or it is a chance to visit with Aunt Mary or Grandpa Joe, who they haven’t ...
Views: 1943(2 votes) - Managing Your Stress - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2010 from Cheryl GowinHere are some tips that you can do on your own. The tips are designed to be easy and practical. But as you have heard before, you should consult with your doctor or mental health professional. ? Understand the difference between good worry and negative worry. 1. Remembering items, ...
Views: 1939(4 votes) - How to Make Friends : 3 Easy Ways to Make and Keep Great Friends For Life - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Jennifer SarpongIf you are wondering how to make friends, you are in the right place. Two of the biggest decisions you will ever make in your life are: 1. Deciding what kind of friend you will be 2. Deciding who your friends are. If you want to have a good life, (and I’m sure you do), then having good ...
Views: 1936 - Improve Social Conversation Skills With 6 Fast Tips - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2013 from Joshua UebergangSocial skills are an absolute must for survival in our world. If you do not have the ability to maintain a social conversation, then you will be left behind so many ways. You probably do not need me to tell how not having good conversation skills makes you feel bad and left out in social ...
Views: 1925 - The Trap of Mediocrity - by Submitted on May 01, 2014 from Valerie LipsteinHave you ever found yourself doing the same things day after day and you begin to wonder, “Is this all there is to my life?” If you remember the movie, Groundhog Day, you get the picture. Also known as living in the comfort zone, this place can be seductive for all of us. We are often very ...
Views: 1924 - What to Do When Your Friend Is Suicidal - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2014 from nancy traversThe last couple weeks we’ve been talking about the important topic of suicide. In the United States, it’s the 10th leading cause of death. The strongest risk factor is depression. Chances are that you have had or will have a friend who is at risk. You may be reluctant to talk to him about his ...
Views: 1923 - Happiness is U-shaped - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Soccer JerseysHappiness follows a U-shaped curve during a person`s lifetime, according to investigation showing that middle-aged individuals are the unhappiest. Satisfaction with life starts to drop as soon as a person`s late 20s and doesn't begin to recover until properly past 50, says Bert van Landeghem, ...
Views: 1921 - A New Paradigm for the Sisterhood of Women - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2012 from Luminessa EnjaraWhat is the true meaning of being a sister to another woman? This question of how women can create new ways of being with each other is an on going one for me. One the the key components for building trust between women is to give your women friends equal billing with your primary partner if ...
Views: 1918 - Abusive Relationships - Should You Go or Stay? - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Royane RealHave you ever been hurt by someone who says they love you? Have you been treated badly by someone who is your friend? Are abusive relationships a constant pattern in your life? Sometimes the people who are the closest to us, our friends and our mates, the ones who should be liking us the ...
Views: 1915(2 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: I have a traumatic brain injury - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: A lot has happened in recent weeks that has wreaked havoc on my life. A friend of twenty years, Told me he did not consider me a real friend, although I've been spending many hours helping him with gaming for years. My sweetie pet hamster died. It was his time, ...
Views: 1915 - Secrets for Sensitive People to Find Relationships That Work: Why Emotional Empaths May Stay Lonely or Alone - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsLoneliness gets to some more than others. But why it hangs on isn’t always apparent when read by traditional medical eyes. In my practice and workshops I’ve been struck by how many sensitive, empathic people who I call “emotional empaths” come to me, lonely, wanting a romantic partner, yet ...
Views: 1913(4 votes) - Asking for What You Want - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Tina TessinaIn my counseling office, I see a lot of damage done because people don't know how to ask for what they want, or don't think it's OK. Not asking for what you want means you'll eventually resent somebody, and that leads to a lot of strife. So today, I thought I'd give some hints about how to ask ...
Views: 1909 - Three best ways to download YouTube videos - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2018 from Alvina JenniferYouTube is much more than a channel to watch music videos or movies. You can conveniently get to make comedies, DIY tutorials, movies, documentaries and entertainment videos indirectly from the world’s largest video platform. Sometimes, we find real entertaining stuff like video songs that ...
Views: 1908 - Eight Ways to be a Better Friend - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2004 from Susie CortrightBeing a good friend is a skill we can learn and improve upon. Here, eight ways to be a better friend. Number One: Like yourself The first step in having a good relationship with a friend is to have a good relationship with yourself. When we genuinely like ourselves, we become more attractive ...
Views: 1903 - Your Astrological Empowering Days for July 2011 - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Ellen WhitehurstGrape flavored Kool Aid might not be the only thing feeling fried as we begin this July. Although this month will seem like a picnic compared to last, that still doesn’t mean that we won’t be feeling fatigued from dealing with the dual June eclipses and now having to take cover from one last ...
Views: 1900(2 votes) - Kissing contains no javelchromopntheoremicherbicidic acid - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2004 from David LeonhardtEvery now and then a quarrel breaks out down at the barber shop, lines are drawn, challenges leveled and, with any luck, somebody walks out with very few blood stains. All over a seemingly innocent discussion: What is the greatest sport ever? Some say "football". Some say "baseball". ...
Views: 1898 - Being Alone - by Submitted on May 30, 2011 from Sandra DawesAs a woman in my mid-thirties, I feel a sense of urgency amongst my single friends. While it was perfectly fine to be single in our twenties, being single in our thirties, seems to be a place that no one really wants to find themselves. I know that I have that little voice that is constantly ...
Views: 1894(2 votes) - How Many Friends Can You Really Have? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Eduard EzeanuFriends are an important part of a person's life. So it's worth asking ourselves: How many friends can a person realistically have? Thus, we can set the right expectations for ourselves in building a social life and attain the best results. On social media website like Facebook, you can have ...
Views: 1887 - Relationships: Can Our Friends Keep Us Stuck? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one thinks about the people in their life who support them, their friends will typically come to mind. Ideally, these will be the people who one can turn to for advice, encouragement and acceptance for instance. So one is able to be themselves around them and doesn’t feel the need to ...
Views: 1885 - 7 Tips for Bringing Holiday Cheer To People Who Are Ill - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2013 from Allidah Hicks Bonnie KnutiIt’s that wonderful time of year again when the holidays fill us with anticipation and excitement. It’s also a time when some folks are barely putting one foot in front of the other due to illness or sadness. You probably know someone who could use a “leg up” during the holidays. Here are ...
Views: 1882 - Find Love Online with Singles Dating Sites - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Sheila and Tony SquireIf you are looking to find love online, you may well be unsure of where to start or in fact what the process involves. Meeting a stranger, who you've met on the web, for a date can be both scary and daunting and many don't give it a try because of this. However, using a singles dating site which ...
Views: 1879(4 votes) - HOW TO ATTRACT TERRIFIC PEOPLE - by I remember asking my Dad, when I was 16, how I could become charming. I must admit that my motives were hormonally inspired at the time, but what he said to me has effected my life and relationships ever since. He looked at me and said, " Son, you become charming by making another person feel ...
Views: 1878 - Letting Go Takes Love - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2014 from Tina TessinaWhen you feel beset in your life, and people close to you seem to be difficult and uncooperative, consider that they may be reflecting back to you the behavior your own anxiety is creating toward them. Learning to let go of your obsessively trying to control others can free you to receive ...
Views: 1871(1 vote) - Did Cupid's Aim SUCK This Year? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Stacie CampanelliIs This Your Mantra for the month of February ? Or for the whole year? HEY Cupid! We Gotta Talk…..Your Aim SUCKS! Did this Valentine’s Day leave you loveless again? Confused? Heartbroken? Curious as to what makes love come alive for some, yet seem a dreadful deadening normalcy for ...
Views: 1870 - How to Talk to Strangers - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2010 from Steven BurnsIt’s often been said that the number one fear that people suffer from is speaking in public. What is not quite as well known is that the second most popular fear is speaking to strangers. You only have to walk about during the day in a busy city to appreciate this. A buzzing metropolis of people ...
Views: 1866(2 votes) - Relationships: Why Do Some People Take Advantage Of People Who Are Kind? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one had the chance to get something for free, they could either take what they need or they could take as much as they could. Another way of looking at this would be to say that they can act with grace or they can act with greed. Two Outlooks When one only takes what they need, it ...
Views: 1866 - FIND A BITCH-BUDDY: A New Way to Deal with Stress and Avoid Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWe all know that stress can lead to emotional eating, and we all know that stress is pretty much guaranteed in life. Newspapers, magazines, Web sites, and blogs are filled with techniques for curbing your appetite and reducing your cravings, but here’s an idea you might not have heard of before: ...
Views: 1863(1 vote) - Why Good Communication is the Foundation of Enduring True Friendship - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2014 from Barry HammerAgreement or disagreement is much less important than good communication as a way of enabling people to deeply understand each other, and, thereby, gradually develop the ability to feel inwardly close to each other, as caring good friends. Good communication, as the basis of true friendship, ...
Views: 1861 - "Finding" Happiness - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from Arlene Unger"Finding" Happiness Arlene K Unger, PhD Clinical Psychologist (PSY) Wellness Coach Certified Nutritionist The Center for Empowerment Dana Point, CA 92629 Everyone wants to "find" happiness ... but happiness is not really a destination or an object that can be lost or found ... it's a ...
Views: 1854(5 votes) - Dear Dr. Romance: Am I Strange? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am a university student majoring in English Translation in a Mid Eastern country. I find it difficult to attract other people's attention and it makes friendship nearly impossible. I love loneliness in a way that most of my friends don't ...
Views: 1854(1 vote) - "I Felt Accepted!" - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperAfter I had got back from Bali and Australia, towards the end of 2009, I was no longer the same person. What had also played a part here were the experiences that I had when I was on a course in Belgium, which took place just before I went away. Ultimately, I wanted to continue from where I ...
Views: 1851 - Mail Box Friendship Come to Life Again - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2007 from Peter MignerRemember when friends use to write letter and send them to you in the mail? well technology has come full circle and now you can share with your friends in cool way like we use to do for less money and quicker timing. In today’s hurried world staying in touch with people has never been easier, ...
Views: 1844 - Get Girlfriend Back and Revive the Old Flame - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from robin brainThose who think that it is not possible to get girlfriend back after a breakup are grossly mistaken. In fact, there are two parts of it and the first part, getting back the girl friend is easier in comparison to the second part which is retaining the girl friend after getting her back. How to ...
Views: 1843 - Dear Dr. Romance: Overwhelmed to the Point I Want Out - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I read some of the things you stated about marriage and why people divorce. I am feeling overwhelmed lately to the point I just want out. I have been married for over 17 years. We have 2 school-age children together. I am in school full time and work full time and still have a ...
Views: 1841(3 votes) - Five Things You Shouldn't Say to a Friend with Depression - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2016 from Eileen O'ShanassyAccording to recent mental health statistics, more than 75 million people suffer from depression. Symptoms such as overwhelming sadness, fatigue, negative thoughts, suicidal thoughts, and loss of interest in various activities characterize this condition. This disease is almost becoming an ...
Views: 1841 - Got the Holiday Blues - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Carolyn BatesAre your holidays filled with loneliness? Do the days just feel like a lot of work? Is the meaning of the holidays lost? Has this just happened now that your children are out of the house and maybe you have been on your own for awhile? Holidays are definitely one of the most difficult times ...
Views: 1841(3 votes) - 5 Ways to Fix Your Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Erin HeavenMost of us have struggled in unfulfilling and troubled relationships. We may have tried counseling, couples' therapy, or even the self-help section of our local bookstore! What if I told you there was another way to address relationship issues that often produces dramatic results in your life ...
Views: 1840(1 vote) - Self-Reliance During a Breakup - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Laura SmithWhat does self-reliance during a breakup mean? Why do the words "self" and "reliance" seem difficult to swallow right now? Probably because the idea of turning inward for solace rather than outward seems nearly unbearable, right? It feels good to talk it over with someone that cares ...
Views: 1837 - Mastering the Art of Aloneness - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAmericans now spend half of their adult lives outside of marriage, and fewer than half of all households consist of married couples. These are major shifts that have been brewing for decades, yet people’s attitudes about being alone have changed remarkably little during those years. Aloneness ...
Views: 1833(2 votes) - Letting Go Is Nature's Way - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Dan L. HaysNote: This topic is particularly on my mind right now - I have just had a friend of 20 years drift away. I held on to the illusion that we were still on the same wavelength for about a year. Then I finally had to admit - we just weren't going down the same road any more. Eventually, I let it ...
Views: 1829(1 vote) - New Relationship Forum - by Submitted on May 05, 2012 from Rosemary PriceNew relationship forum.... The main subject people like to read about and write about on boards is their own or other peoples' relationships. If they are going through a difficult time they love the idea that others will be there to listen and understand and maybe also give advice. There are ...
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