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- Do Narcissists Have Friends? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Sam VakninQuestion: Do narcissists have friends? Answer: Not in the usual sense of the word and not that they know of. The narcissist is one track minded. He is interested in securing the provision of Narcissistic Supply emanating from Narcissistic Supply Sources. His world is as narrow as an ant's, to ...
Views: 24017(2 votes) - What is Self-Respect? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Michelle MorandRecently a client asked me what Self-respect meant to me. She also shared her own definition and it got me thinking that my readers might benefit from considering this question and exploring their own definitions. Have a read of my off-the-cuff answer to my client and then please take a moment ...
Views: 24001(5 votes) - I Hear Voices In My Head - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2007 from Mark Ivar MyhreIt's true. I hear voices in my head. I don't talk about it much. But maybe it's a good time to start. You see, I'm a complex person. A lot goes on inside my head that no one else ever realizes. The main voice I hear comes from my ego. My ego takes information from the world - from my ...
Views: 23966(1 vote) - A Natural Heartburn Cure By Strengthening the LES - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2012 from sarah labdarFor the thousands of people who experience heartburn on a daily basis without any relief, its time to try a natural remedy for acid reflux. Heartburn symptoms include pain in the chest, burning in the throat, difficulty swallowing, and in chronic cases a persistent cough, hoarseness, and sore ...
Views: 23946(1 vote) - A SIMPLIFIED SPEED READING COURSE FOR 8 TO 12 YEAR OLD KIDS - by I used to teach speed reading courses to adults. I remember being excited when one lady got to where she could read 3,000 words per minute. She was the fastest student that I had ever seen. It took her 6 weeks to get that good.
Then I got invited to teach some children to speed read at a local ...
Views: 23861(4 votes) - How narcissist’s use baiting to get an emotional reaction and why they use it - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2013 from Amy AdamOne of the common narcissistic tendencies is baiting. Narcissistic individuals love getting attention – because attention is narcissistic supply, and it confirms to the narcissist’s ego that he or she is valid, alive and exists. Because a narcissistic personality is a constructed False ...
Views: 23861 - How to Make Your Best Friend Kiss You - Seduce Her to Make Out With You Now! - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Mark TaylorKissing your best friend would seem to be something totally offbeat and perverse to you but come on, admit it - you did imagined it once or twice before. Truth is that, you've probably been attracted to her from the very beginning but suppressed all romantic feelings altogether for the sake of ...
Views: 23847(2 votes) - Acid-Alkaline Balance - by Introduction
This article attempts to summarize the importance of the acid-alkaline balance in the human body as a measure of overall physical health, and to indicate several steps that can be taken if you need to improve that balance.
Body Chemistry
We live and die on a cellular level. If ...
Views: 23779(3 votes) - How to Get a Scorpio Man to fall in Love with You - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Devon A BrownAre you wondering how to get a Scorpio man to fall in love with you? Scorpios represent a rare breed of men. These fine men are especially sensitive and love with an overwhelming passion. Scorpio men are able to understand the feelings of the woman they are with and are willing to cater to ...
Views: 23764(2 votes) - Debt Settlement - What Percentage of a Debt is Typically Accepted in a Settlement? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from Jesse NiesenI'm often asked by subscribers, "What percentage of a debt is typically accepted by creditors in if I do debt settlement?" This is a great question, and it's important to set the right expectation when considering debt settlement. Many of the fly-by-night companies who have started ...
Views: 23763(3 votes) - 10 Reasons to say when you look for a new job - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Maarten Van HerckWe all know the feeling: you want to apply for a new profession. In order to do this, you have to write a job resume, make sure that the resume you write is appropriate; it is necessary to know if you need a professional resume, a manager resume,… And if you are not sure how to write it in a ...
Views: 23687(3 votes) - First vs. Third Person Resumes - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2008 from Anne Follis“I swear, English teachers are the most annoying people on the planet!” proclaimed my college-bound son. “Don’t swear,” I admonished. “You must learn to eliminate unnecessary verbiage and make clean, declarative statements.” He rolled his eyes, muttered something unintelligible, and walked ...
Views: 23681(2 votes) - Definition: Life Skills - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2007 from Debbie MolisLife skills have been defined by WHO as “abilities for adaptive and positive behaviour that enable individuals to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life”. They represent the psycho-social skills that determine valued behaviour and include reflective skills such as ...
Views: 23629(2 votes) - Everything I Do Annoys My Boyfriend - Why This Happens in Many Relationships - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2013 from Gillian Reynolds"Everything I do annoys my boyfriend." That statement normally wouldn't make you bat an eyelash, save for the fact that it's you saying it, right? It's horrible, isn't it? You're crazy about a man who seems intent on criticizing everything about you. You feel like you're walking on egg shells at ...
Views: 23588 - Workplace Friendships or Office Romance - by Based on the extensive original research I have conducted for more than a decade on workplace relationships, casual not close or best friendships are preferable in business. Caution should also be exercised against revealing too much or too soon to a co-worker, superior, subordinate, or mentor ...
Views: 23571(1 vote) - Letting Go Of An Ambivalent Man - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2008 from Rhonda FindlingAs an author and psychotherapist with an international private practice, I've often come across women who are involved with Ambivalent Men. An Ambivalent Man struggles with a profound sense of confusion that causes him to repeatedly sabotage romantic relationships (or potential romantic ...
Views: 23558(1 vote) - Treating Your Sinusitis with a Nebulizer - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Jillian PhillipsSome of the main causes of sinus disease are: - blowing the nose too hard - not clearing up the first sign of infection - getting the chills - not resting - drinking too much iced drinks Any of these may lead you to develop a mild infection, but with heavy nose-blowing, infection is spread all ...
Views: 23551 - Definition: Self Motivation - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Debbie MolisSelf motivation is the ability to satisfy a desire, expectation, or goal without being influenced to do so by another person. Self motivation is the key to a paradigm shift or behaviour changes amongst individuals. Many motivation courses or peak performance training mainly address this aspect ...
Views: 23537(3 votes) - How to Deal With Overbearing Personalities - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2008 from David BohlWell all have those people in life who are just a little bit wearing on the spirit. You know who I mean. Their intentions are good, yet they always manage to stir things up. Sometimes it feels like you can’t get anything done when they’re around. They’re criticizing, they’re correcting, they’re ...
Views: 23426 - The Top Ten Things Employees Say They Want & How Managers Miss the Mark by Low Emotional Intelligence - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2003 from Susan DunnA major problem for employers today is getting the best employees and then keeping them. How do you do this? By understanding what it is employees really want. Being able to sense what others feel and want is empathy, an emotional intelligence competency. SOMETHING THAT HASN’T CHANGED IN 50 ...
Views: 23356(2 votes) - Mobbing in the Workplace: Has This Happened to You? - by Mobbing in the workplace has long been studied in Europe. Just look it up on a search engine. Described in "Mobbing: Emotional Abuse in the American Workplace", published by Davenport, Elliott, and Schwartz in 1999, mobbing is about collective assault in the corner office, in cubbies, on the ...
Views: 23329(1 vote) - Beautiful Quotes to Show Appreciation for Your Mother - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Linda LovejoyI’ve provided a lovely collection of quotes about mother that are great for putting in a card or letter to let her know how much you love and appreciate her. Let your mother know you care, not just on her birthday or Mother’s Day, but for any old reason. "My mother was the most beautiful ...
Views: 23307(2 votes) - Mother Enmeshed Men: What Causes It? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to understanding what enmeshment is, it helps to look at what boundaries are. Boundaries are what create a sense of individuality between people. And although we are all physically separate, it does not mean that we are emotionally separate from another person. This becomes what ...
Views: 23283(2 votes) - Bacterial Vaginosis Natural Remedy - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2007 from Evelyn LimA bacterial vaginosis natural remedy can be used, instead of antibiotics, for treatment. When bad bacteria attack a woman's vagina, many uncomfortable symptoms can be experienced. These include burning, swelling, smelly and unpleasant discharge, soreness, inflammation, urinary discomfort, and ...
Views: 23261(3 votes) - 6 Reasons Why Ecommerce Business Has Become So Popular? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Devang ShahEcommerce is a business that is on the rise today and the internet’s vast potential has made it easier for organizations to reach out to a larger pool of the people. In the real world, if you set up shop at ‘x’ place, your target crowd will be the people from the nearby regions which really ...
Views: 23237 - Families of the 21st Century - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Angie BlackwellFamilies of the 21st Century come in all shapes and sizes. Divorce, remarriage, parenting out-of-wedlock and a host of other variables have turned nuclear families into the exception rather than the norm. As little as a half-century ago, children were typically raised in homes with two ...
Views: 23209(5 votes) - Pathological Lying: Narcissistic Personality Disorder Traits - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Amy AdamA common narcissistic personality disorder trait is pathological lying. The narcissist presents to the world the creation of his false self. This false self is based on the image of who the narcissist would like to be rather than how he really feels about himself at a deep inner level. As a ...
Views: 23152(1 vote) - Definition: Seminars and Workshops - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2009 from Douglas PakWhat’s the Difference Between a Seminar, Workshop and Conference? What You Name Your Event Can Communicate Volumes About the Experience Seminars, workshops, conference, symposia, user conferences, summits -- the type of events you can host are varied. Choosing the right description for your ...
Views: 23144 - Books Vs The Internet: A Comprehensive Study - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Dev VermaThe modern world is so fast that people don’t even have the time to read a full news story in the morning newspaper. As a working person, I carry my newspaper along with me every day when I start from home for my office. I only have the time to read the headlines of the newspaper during my ...
Views: 23136 - Fast Constipation Relief - Home Remedy You Can Use Immediately - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2008 from Phil NelsonThis is the simplest way I have ever found to relieve constipation. It's fast. It's effective. You can do it at home AND it won't cost you a single penny! I discovered this technique years ago when I was wandering around the local library looking for something on a totally unrelated topic. I'll ...
Views: 23136(1 vote) - Masturbation Magic – The Stranger Technique - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2013 from John DuganWhatever a man likes to do with his private time, masturbation always has the same end result in mind: an orgasm. For a man who has been masturbating his entire adult life - and likely a good part of his adolescent life - things in the self-love department can become boring and routine. That ...
Views: 23098 - Love Means Never Having to Say You’re Sorry - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2004 from Barbara Rose, Ph.D.The title of this article is fully credited to Erich Segal, who wrote the phenomenal movie “Love Story” back in 1970. Since that time, I have always wondered what that statement truly meant. Now, 34 years later, I understand. True love is unconditional. It is transparent, where we can accept, ...
Views: 23096(2 votes) - How to Stop Oily Skin - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from john reeceAre you really despearate to stop oily skin? Are you constantly aware of your shiny, oily face? Does it make you feel uneasy and embarrassed in front of others? Are you in need of an oily skin cure? These are all questions that anyone with this condition will certainly say yes to, and for good ...
Views: 23083(3 votes) - The Top Ten Customer Service Principles - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Glen HamiltonWhat do these companies have in common, Southwest Airlines, Neiman Marcus, Marriot, Disney, and Enterprise Car Rental? They are all customer service pioneers. Each company has forged a new path through their commitment, dedication, and innovations, to become known as leaders in delivering ...
Views: 23033(2 votes) - What You Need to Know about Citalopram Withdrawal - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Ryan RiveraWhen taking anti-depressants such as Citalopram, patients must not discontinue use without the advice of a physician. Anti-depressants are very tricky medications. You take them to feel better. But when you stop them abruptly and without proper supervision, your initial symptoms can get ...
Views: 23024 - 6 Tips to Remove YouTube Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Yes, you don't watch a lot of television but you're spending too much time in YouTube. This video-sharing website has garnered millions of followers all over the world, for only a very short time. With so many videos to watch you can't help but ...
Views: 22983 - Sexual Chemistry - Sending and Reading Sexual Signals - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengHave you ever had a friend describe a really "hot' blind date for you, and you get all excited and eager to meet this wonder person only to come face to face with the person and zero, nothing, no sparks. The person is all that, but you are just not digging him or her. Or have you ever found ...
Views: 22973(1 vote) - 5 Amazing Benefits of CBD Oil You Don't Know - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2020 from MD Rasel MIahCBD is naturally derived from the cannabis plant which is a substance that doesn’t create an impact when it comes to your mental being. Let’s now take a look at the amazing benefits associated with CBD oil:- CBD oil can help in fighting depression In today’s age with rising work pressure ...
Views: 22938 - How To Tell If a Shy Girl Likes You Or Not By Reading Body Language Signs - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Michael LeeThe thing with girls is that you can never always tell whether they like you or not. This is most especially true when you’re dealing with shy girls. Shy girls don’t really express themselves clearly and the signs they emit can be quite confusing sometimes. However, if you really want to ...
Views: 22911(2 votes) - Caring For Dogs With Diabetes - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2007 from Amy CaseyThe first things I wanted to know when my dog was diagnosed with diabetes were: Did I cause it? Will she die? And - can I handle the day-to-day care? Fortunately, the answers that I found were: No, I didn't cause it. No, she won't die right now. Many dogs live a normal life with the disease. ...
Views: 22905(1 vote) - ***How the Soft-Spoken Are Judged - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Nancy DanielsIf you are soft-spoken, how do you think others judge you? Do you think they regard you as being confident, assertive, and self-assured? If you are concerned about the image you project, then your soft-spoken voice is definitely not projecting those qualities. Instead, your lack of volume is ...
Views: 22864(2 votes) - When You Decide To Be Codependent No More, You Won't Want Emotionally Unhealthy People In Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2007 from Diane England,Could your codependency or another emotional issue be the reason you want someone back who left you? When you are codependent, you are typically looking outside yourself for definition or a sense of self. It might be through material things or the roles you play in life, for example. You might ...
Views: 22842(5 votes) - Rory Brown, Chairman of Ad Genius, On Targeting the Next Generation of High-Value Customers - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2018 from Kalyna KapurWhen developing a marketing campaign, the first step is to develop a profile of the your High-Value customers. Not only who they are today, but who the next generation of high value customers will be. In 2018, two generations have more buying power than any other group: Gen X and ...
Views: 22841(1 vote) - ***Spiritual Nourishment: How to Feed Your Soul in a Busy World - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Jennifer HowardWe are all bombarded by the outside world with endless numbers of things vying for our attention and our time. There are so many distractions. Many of us go from place to place trying to figure out how to get everything we want and need done. From hundreds of television channels, endless Web ...
Views: 22832 - Are Skylights A Good Idea And What Is The Best Brand For Home? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2019 from Marcella GrantThe skylights certainly create nice visual views of everything going on in the house. But I know a lot of people, when they first move in, love the way the skylights look over the living room. When the skylight is not lit, it's very hard to see anything, especially when the family moves around a ...
Views: 22786 - *Definition: Personal Leadership - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2007 from Kevin McManeminPersonal Leadership Definition Personal leadership is the ability and desire to crystallize your thinking and to establish a specific direction and destination for your own life. It includes the courage, choice, and commitment to move in that direction by taking committed and determined action ...
Views: 22628(28 votes) - INFINITE ABUNDANCE: Owning Our Inner Jupiter - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2014 from joan pancoe"I have a large seashell collection which I keep scattered on beaches all over the world." Steven Wright Jupiter, the planet of expansion and growth, brings us the most positive energy in the Universe in different areas of ourselves and life over a twelve-year cycle as he ...
Views: 22590(1 vote) - ***How to Play Hard To Get The Correct Way - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2014 from Katarina PhangThere is an excellent discussion going on in my private group: "For years we read from women that we should play hard to get. There are countless books written by women on this topic. What are your thoughts on why women believe we should play hard to get and men believe we should not? Do you ...
Views: 22582(5 votes) - Should Christians Use The Law Of Attraction? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Mike MartinezThousands of emails poured into Oprah Winfrey's website after the February 8th show featuring "The Secret" and the law of attraction. Many wondered whether it was right for a person to use the law of attraction to direct their lives. Many Christians asked if it was a sin to use this law. The ...
Views: 22567(7 votes) - THE FOUR METHODS FOR CONDUCTING A TRAINING NEEDS ANALYSIS - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Al InfandeIf you are considering developing and delivering a training program for your organization, here's the first step! The needs analysis is a crucial activity in the training and development process. All training programs must begin with a needs analysis, therefore the needs analysis is usually ...
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