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- Single Moms Are Hot, But-- - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThere are approximately 11 million single parents in America today, and their numbers are rapidly increasing. At least half of which are women, so there is always a possibility that you will meet a hot single mom and maybe land a date if you’re lucky enough. Dating a single, free-as-a-bird woman ...
Views: 3466 - How Long Does It Take To Get Over A Break Up? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraYou can’t plan everything, life can be pretty random. And one of the things in life that you can’t prepare is a nasty break up. You should’ve seen the break up coming, but you didn’t because your ex wait for you to get relaxed and get comfortable before he pick the ice pick down between your ...
Views: 3402 - The Rationale Behind Motivation - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraHow do you define motivation--or how does it work? If you try to search or find it in the dictionary or any thesaurus, it may give definitions that describe the ‘stir to action’, or the ‘inner drive’ in taking the first step to do something. For instance, “I need ...
Views: 3389 - Funeral Poems To Remember Our Departed Loved Ones - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraMost people are concerned regarding the destiny or fate of their departed loved one. Oftentimes, fear and apprehension arise regarding what will happen after death and what might happen to our dear loved ones. Is he safe---or is she happy at last? Will we ever see or meet or be with each other ...
Views: 3349 - 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: 3310(1 vote) - The Empowering Effect Of Enthusiasm - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThe word enthusiasm in fact comes from the Greek ‘entheos’ which means “the God within”. According to the dictionary, enthusiasm is defined as: 1. a cause or source of interest or great excitement. 2. Elation or delight arises from a supposed possession by a god. 3. Interest in or great ...
Views: 3274 - The Way Rich People Think - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from Menno Spijkstra“How do I get rich?” is the question that frequently passes through the minds of the people belonging to the middle class or the “bum class”, like you. It runs over and over again, yet they don’t know the answer to it. Check out the wealthy across the globe – the difference between the wealthy ...
Views: 3269 - Helping a Friend Through Divorce - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOne of the most painful experiences a father can endure is divorce. Yes, men hurt as much as women, although it is always assumed that women are the only hapless victims. A lot of men going through divorce also feel loneliness, anxiety, disappointment, and depression. There may be feelings of ...
Views: 3182 - The Better Alternative: Homemade Dog Food - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraTired of shelling out loads of money just to buy dog food from commercial manufacturers surrounded by bad issues? Not sure if your pet is getting the nutrients that it'll need to get through the day? Then why not consider making your own for your pet? Homemade dog food is becoming more and more ...
Views: 3145 - Encouragement at the Workplace - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraLiterally, the definition of encourage is to put heart into. All of us need encouragement. Encouragement could have a great effect and powerful impact on co-workers and bosses. When this definition is applied to our situations in work, it may suggest:1.) Increasing morale by offering support to ...
Views: 3130 - Getting Through The First Year Death Anniversary Of A Loved One - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraDeath of a loved one is the worst thing that can happen to anyone. It is synonymous with devastation. No matter what the cause of is you will never be ready for it. If you are one of those people who have experienced this then you know what I mean that each day the pain of grief and bereavement ...
Views: 3123(1 vote) - Ways to Seduce a Man Effortlessly - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraMen harbour a deep, dark secret every woman should know: they WANT to be seduced. They pray for it, and heave a great sigh of relief when an attractive woman spins her web of seduction on them. Although women have been honing their skills of seduction for centuries, there are still some who has ...
Views: 3106 - Signs Of Attraction: The Zodiac Revelations on Romantic Attractions - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraAttraction. Aaahh, that intense feeling of attachment to another. It could be a curious energy or magnetic force between two people. It may be some kind of magnetism that are more felt than thought, though not really understood. An emotion that can be strong, so fulfilling, that can make one ...
Views: 3101 - Benefits of Organic Dog Food - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraMore and more people these days are becoming environmentally conscious that is why there is a proliferation of organic food. Many people realized the bad effects of commercial food to their health. Thus, a lot of them have changed their lifestyles especially their eating habits through eating ...
Views: 3043 - Stop, Look And Listen: Checklist Before Ending Your Relationship - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraYou wake up one morning looking at your partner and you don’t see him the way you see him before. You don’t understand- you don’t feel a thing for him. Not love, not care… not even hate.“This is bad” you thought- the love making is not as magical like it used to be and most of the time you can’t ...
Views: 3042(1 vote) - Can You Handle An Open Relationship? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraOpen relationships are otherwise known as polygamous or polyamorous relationships. It is defined as a situation wherein couples go into mutual agreement to date and engage in sexual activity with other people although they still continue being in a relationship with each other. In the past, ...
Views: 3032(4 votes) - Cracking The Alpha Male Code - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraSo much has been written and said about the Alpha Male—that paragon of maleness every man secretly admires and every woman secretly fancies. The internet is awash with tips on how to transform oneself into an A-type male in a matter of weeks, even days, and promises that once the transformation ...
Views: 2963 - Decoding And Understanding Men And Their Hormones - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraUnderstanding men is an unending quest for us women. It seems as if, no matter how we try, the world is still divided with, “us” on one side and, “them” on the other. The needing and wanting to dissect the opposite sex becomes a mission for life. We squeeze our brains out with all these dilemmas ...
Views: 2962 - Catching Mr. Duplicity - by Submitted on May 24, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraDo you feel that your husband or boyfriend is cheating on you? Well, if your intuition is strongly nagging you that you are being duped, then you need to get to the bottom of it. Don’t allow a cheater to get away with his philandering. You deserve to be treated fairly and with respect! No one ...
Views: 2924(1 vote) - “He Cannot Stop Looking At Other Women!” - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraEarth- composed of 70% water and 30% land. It is also made up of various elements like 32% iron, 30% oxygen, 15% silicon, 14% magnesium, 3% sulfur, 2% nickel, and then much smaller piles of calcium, aluminum, and other trace elements. It is also inhabited by “Homo sapiens”… beautiful Homo ...
Views: 2895 - Anger Management for Teenagers - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraAll across the world nowadays, many “angry” teenagers are on the rise. Youngsters such as teenagers today, seem to go out of control and overreact without realizing the consequences and outcomes their anger could have on the person receiving it. They seem to experience some anger ...
Views: 2890 - Sex On The First Date Pros And Cons - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraNothing compares to the thrill and anticipation that always comes with a first date. Just the thought of meeting someone new and spending a fabulous time together can send delicious shivers down one’s spine—and of course there’s always the possibility of getting frisky that could end the night ...
Views: 2877 - Modern Rags To Riches Stories To Inspire You - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraWe are all too familiar with many rags to riches stories here and there. But what do all these stories have in common? The story of despair, poverty, hope, survival and surmounting the odds. Bottom line? These rags to riches stories all inspire us. If they can do it, so can we--for these tales ...
Views: 2851 - Love Vs. Attraction- The True Unmasking - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Menno Spijkstra“Anyone can love a rose but it takes a great deal to love a leaf... it is ordinary to love the beautiful, but it is beautiful to love the ordinary...” it’s right what they say about clichés, they tell the truth. Before we decide to get involved into something- may it be in business, in ...
Views: 2833(2 votes) - Once A Cheater, Always A Cheater? - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraOnce a cheater, always a cheater- yes we are all familiar with this maxim. However, personally, the choice to heed or not to heed this said adage depends on how sincerely sorry the person in question is. And often than not, the truth always comes out with regard to sincerity. Sadly, the truth ...
Views: 2790 - The Do's Of Talking Dirty In Bed - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraTalking dirty is an art form; it may seem a little too much for some, while it simply isn’t something that others usually do. However, doing it right can actually fire up the bedroom and perk up a flagging relationship. A person wishing to learn how to talk dirty is always faced with the dilemma ...
Views: 2770(1 vote) - You Know He Loves You When… - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraA woman’s love has always been so pure and unconditional. Nothing in this planet can compare with it. It is kind and compassionate, patient and nurturing, sweet and generous. Every man knows that when a woman falls in love, she will walk on water, climb the highest mountain, cross heaven and ...
Views: 2758 - Emotional vs. Sexual Cheating -- Which is More Devastating? - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraCheating is a sure-fire way of ruining a relationship whichever way you look at it. Of course it’s no longer news that when someone cheats on a partner, trust is lost and there is always little chance of getting it back. While this may be an all-too familiar concept for most people, the only ...
Views: 2740(2 votes) - Develop Your Empathy Skills To Improve Your Relationships - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Menno Spijkstra“I know how you feel.” This is usually one of the most overused and abused statement if we want to show our empathy for other people. But you should avoid saying this so casually since our feelings are very personal stuff; let’s face it—you don’t exactly know how a person feels at that moment ...
Views: 2718 - Moving On After Bankruptcy - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhen talking about bankruptcy, people tend to avoid that very situation. They wouldn’t want to entertain that idea very on their mind. Even in the midst of a big financial crisis in their lives, bankruptcy is the least option. They would rather think about other means just not to get bankrupt. ...
Views: 2712(2 votes) - Master The Art Of Firting - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraMen flirt in different ways and for different reasons. Some flirt primarily to get into the ladies’ underpants, while others do it to meet new people. For some, flirting is just pure fun. But not all men have mastered the art of flirting. A few may still have trouble approaching a girl ...
Views: 2705 - Reasons Why Single Women Go For Taken Men - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraTaken men are more prone to outside enticements, because of so many reasons. One of those reasons why men can’t keep their pants on is because some women have problems saying NO to them. One can’t help but wonder, what pathetic incident happened in a single woman’s life that made her go for ...
Views: 2698 - Time Management Activities To Improve Employees' Productivity - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraUsing a time management activity could bring the office staff together such as planning and working a group activity that would increase the morale of the team. It is also one of the best and effective ways in teaching and training your work force on balancing several quantities of work load and ...
Views: 2566 - How Your Team Could Learn More About Winning Mentality - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraZig Ziglar once said, “Winning is not really everything, but the effort to win is.” As one learns more about winning mentality, there could be several insightful lessons that one could learn from. Learning about winning mentality could bring about interesting and excellent opportunities for ...
Views: 2505(1 vote) - Reaching The Top Most Peak Of Orgasm - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraReaching the top most peak of orgasm for women is like finding your way through the streets of China. It has lots of twist and turns and U- turns; you can get lost and end up being laughed at or gotten angry at. But if you can discover the way to females orgasm, you will be greatly rewarded. ...
Views: 2490(3 votes) - Becoming a Good Friend - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhat makes a friendship important? Friendship has many health benefits, including a longer and healthier life. It also makes our otherwise boring lives more exciting and fun, interesting and relaxing. Having just one close or best friend also enhances a person’s ability to deal with stress ...
Views: 2476 - Shar Pei Pointers for Raising - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhen raising a Shar Pei dog, know that you'll most likely experience difficulties in the process. One thing that has been a well-known about this breed is its fierce loyalty. This breed originated from China, where they served as guard dogs for Chinese Royalty, as well as fighting. The latter ...
Views: 2465 - Helping Teens Cope with Their Parent's Divorce - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAdolescent years are supposed to be fun, but when adolescents have to deal with their parents’ divorce, it becomes a devastating roller-coaster ride. It is common for teens to assume that their parent’s divorce may be their fault. Feelings of regret for being unable to prevent the parent’s ...
Views: 2462 - Does Pornography Harm a Relationship? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraEven before the internet has become a household name, pornography has already existed. In the past, just the mere mention of the word can cause mayhem in a community, especially when done by a young boy. Religious teachings and stringent rules about manners and conduct rendered pornography a ...
Views: 2446(1 vote) - Got A Lonely Friend? Here's How To Help - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraEveryone of us gets lonesome at times, and we need some help from others to cope with loneliness. If you know you've got a lonely friend, here's how to help them. *You can invite them to dine and watch movies. A lonely friend will sometimes avoid discussing loneliness with others, that's why ...
Views: 2445 - The Challenge Of Raising Golden Retrievers - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Menno SpijkstraThere are several reasons why dog lovers would prefer golden retrievers over any other dog breed. For one, golden retrievers are reliable hunting partners. They are also a competitive show dog and a charming home pet. For those who intend to breed golden retrievers as a source of additional ...
Views: 2421 - The Big Impact of Low Impact Water Aerobics - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraLow impact water aerobics is a fun and exciting means of getting in shape. Done in chest deep water, low impact water aerobics may involve some warm ups and stretching as well as cool down exercises. Low impact water aerobics may also include entertaining dance steps while wallowing in the pool. ...
Views: 2409(2 votes) - Be Smart And Irresistible- Know These Excellent Conversation Topics - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraEverything begins from a simple "hello," but it could also end right there and then, if you are not armed with great conversation topics. If you want women to swarm at you like a bee to a honey, then you should arm yourself with interesting conversation topics. Believe me, guys it will give you ...
Views: 2397(3 votes) - Motivating Employees: Understanding Their Needs - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThis article will discuss most of the basic factors that motivates people. And knowing and understanding these motivating factors could help in looking for the proper solutions in motivating your staff. In general, employees are able and readily willing to work if they feel they are appreciated ...
Views: 2395 - Do You Know That Our Imperfections Are What Makes Us Beautiful? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAngelina Jolie's bulging veins in her arms, Lindsay Lohan's freckles, and Megan Fox's thumb. Yes, guys--some of the most heavenly creatures you considered beautiful are not all...perfect. If you think about what makes us beautiful, it can be our imperfections--those same things which makes ...
Views: 2370(3 votes) - Forgiving- How To Do It Gracefully - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraOne of the most difficult things we humans have to encounter is to respond to evil with kindness, hatred with love, or compassion with cruelty- forgiving the unforgivable. We can’t help but admire people who are capable of these exalted acts, but when that very thing is required of us ...
Views: 2343 - Supporting a Friend Who is Grieving an Infant Death - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraA miscarriage or a death of an infant is very sad. And though receiving condolences and support is so significant to the grieving process, most of the time it is difficult to know what not to say at all. Oftentimes, these worries keep people from supporting friends and reaching out to our loved ...
Views: 2324 - Alternative Healing Careers: Ideal for Empaths and Altruists - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraChoosing a career in alternative healing is perfect for those who are emphatically and altruistically inclined to offer help, treatment and therapy to ill individuals. As an alternative healing career would require a person not only to be academically trained, but to be spiritually aware to some ...
Views: 2286 - The Importance Of Touch In Your Body Language - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraTouching comprises a significant part in human body language. A person's touch is able to transmit various messages that could be understood in different ways under certain circumstances. So be careful in touching somebody as you don't want to be misinterpreted in your intentions. In my book, ...
Views: 2276(1 vote) - The Uncertainties of Teenage Pregnancy - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraPregnancy is essentially one of the joyful experiences of being a woman. The process of anticipating, nurturing and giving life can be a momentous event for a woman. Despite some discomforts, pregnancy is one on the pivotal moments in a woman’s life. But perhaps not in the case of unwanted ...
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