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- Soccer Games - Learn How to Bet and Become a Winner Today! - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2020 from James SmithThe soccer betting area is very dangerous and unpredictable given that most people use the wrong information when placing bets. This can easily lead to losses in large proportions. Wins in soccer games can be achieved through consistency, which are the main criteria to be met. This can be done ...
Views: 120 - The “Craziness” of People Pleasing and How Did We Get Here? - by Dr. Anne Brown - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2020 from Dr. Anne BrownWhat is this phenomenon “I need to make everyone in the world like me or people-pleasing?” This is a tough concept because in one-way people-pleasers are nice to be around. If we look deeper we have to ask at what cost? People pleasing can affect both men and women. The history of women, ...
Views: 179 - NO is a Complete Sentence! - by Dr. Anne Brown - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2020 from Dr. Anne Brownwe introduced the importance of being able to say No. For the purpose of our discussion this week we are talking about people with equal status in the relationship. This does not include parent-child, teacher-student, or employer-employee. These relationships have different guidelines for ...
Views: 153(1 vote) - Yorkshire Rhubarb, a healthy vegetable for a healthy diet! - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2020 from James SmithAre you also curious about what rhubarb actually is? Are you also confused about whether this popular name rhubarb is a fruit or a vegetable? Do you also want to find out the medicinal value of rhubarb? Read this article further for the most detailed information on undoubtedly England's most ...
Views: 118 - How To Beat a Sociopath at His Own Dating Game! - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2020 from Dr. Anne BrownRemember Sociopaths are opportunists and you are at risk for being that opportunity for him. I need five commitments from you if you want to avoid the wake of destruction that comes from dating a Sociopath. 1. Commitment to your Heart: Healing a broken heart takes time in pain and sorrow. ...
Views: 181 - Backbone Tools: From Codependency to Dignity - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2020 from Dr. Anne BrownBackbone Tools: From Codependency to Dignity If you grew up in a family with lots of dysfunction e.g. alcohol, anger, illness physical or mental, Borderline/narcissistic (it is all about me), or any other phenomena other than adult people being normal loving parents to their children you may ...
Views: 182 - Phuket Island - Popular travel destination in Thailand - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2020 from James SmithPhuket has grown into one of the leading holiday destinations in Southeast Asia and is one of the busiest travel destinations in Thailand. It has replaced Bali as the most popular holiday island in the region. What makes the island of Phuket such a great destination? Phuket is first and ...
Views: 129 - Watch football on PC - How to watch live football on PC and laptop - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2020 from James SmithOne of the most common requests when searching for PC software is the ability to watch football on PC and laptop screens. Now I do not know about you, but I am a big football fan and love to watch all the games being screened, so after being recommended to check satellite TV software for my ...
Views: 125 - Quick tips for owning a long-haired dachshund - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2020 from James SmithThe long-haired dachshund can be the most beautiful of the grave breed. Its long, flowing coat depicts an elegance not seen with the short-haired or wire-haired dachshund. In fact, the term elegant is usually not associated with short-legged dogs with a hot dog body. It is amazing what a ...
Views: 154 - Uncover The Details That You Need To Know Regarding The Baccarat – The Online Casino Game! - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2020 from Braden LoweAre you the one who is willing to play the online casino game for making money? Do you want to make money easily with the help of the particular casino game? If so then you have visited the perfect place here we are going to introduce you to the Baccarat which is the most loved and preferred ...
Views: 250 - John Barnes - Liverpool FC Legend - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2020 from James SmithBorn in 1963, John Barnes became a true Liverpool legend. Barnes signed for Liverpool from Watford for a fee of £ 900,000 in 1987 after playing 292 appearances for Watford and scoring 83 goals. Barnes was an instant success at Liverpool, joining forces with attacking players. John Aldridge ...
Views: 151 - Welcome to England - football crazy - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2020 from James SmithThe English Premier League is fantastic - the climax of the 2011/2012 season was just fantastic. We have big name teams and there is massive rivalry between the clubs. A number of Premier League teams have new stadiums, so going to a match is a good thing to do when you're in England - even ...
Views: 114 - Doing more with the latest technology news - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2020 from James SmithTechnology has become an important part of our life, because it not only saves time to do the things we want to do, but it also does it with more precision than we could have done. At the same time, it has made the world a smaller place to live, not only by making us communicate with ourselves, ...
Views: 120 - The Basics of Vape Pens - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2020 from James SmithThe functionality of a cigarette or a pipe is quite easy to understand. All you need to do is light a cigarette and inhale the smoke it produces. On the other hand, a vaporizer is something of a mystery. However, the way it works is not complicated either. The difference between these units and ...
Views: 179 - Best Marketing Tool - Vinyl Decals - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2020 from James SmithAdvertising has taken a new dimension with vinyl decals. These are easier to use, while full vehicle wraps are a job for a professional car installer. The primary use of decals is to liven up your car or place a car ad. Vinyl graphics and decals have been in fashion for a long time as they do ...
Views: 167 - Dating a Narcissist - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2020 from Darlene LancerYou won’t realize you’re dating a narcissist. Narcissists are exceedingly skilled at making you like them. They can be alluring, charming, and exciting to date. In fact, in one study, it took seven meetings for people to see through their likable veneer. In a dating situation, a narcissist has a ...
Views: 232(2 votes) - Changing Codependent Dynamics in Abusive Relationships - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2020 from Darlene LancerMany codependents are in abusive relationships with addicts or people with mental illness. The symptoms of codependency encourage the dysfunctional dynamics in these relationships, which in turn worsens codependent symptoms. This makes sense when we consider the definition of codependency and ...
Views: 251(1 vote) - Motorcycle helmet stickers for everyone - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2020 from James SmithWhile buying a motorbike, you will definitely get a helmet with it. A helmet is usually included in the package due to the strict regulation of the state. The helmet is a safety symbol and all cyclists must possess it in order to be safe while riding their bikes on busy highways and busy ...
Views: 170 - Learn how to choose the right accessories for your motorbike - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2020 from James SmithIf you have a motorcycle and some extra cash, you can customize your bike to look and feel the way you want. It is truly a lifestyle from engine tuning to choosing suitable riding gear. But before you begin, you simply need to take a look at some of the accessories that motorcycle enthusiasts ...
Views: 186 - A Very Annoying Habit - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2020 from William CottringerA VERY ANNOYING HABIT by Bill Cottringer “I personally believe we developed language because of our deep inner need to complain.” ~Jane Wagner. What could anyone complain about regarding this beautiful day? Oh, I imagine we can find something: The inconvenient travel and other ...
Views: 256 - Why Stay Away from Wild Animals? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2020 from Julia RichardsGators and other wild animals have gotten the extravagant of many pet and emotional support animals. These animals are considered as outlandish pets by numerous and pay a great many dollars to bring them home. In any case, is it extremely justified, despite all the trouble? Is ...
Views: 285 - Fixed Term Appointment - Why You Need These Quote Engines - by Submitted on May 01, 2020 from Wajahat AliHave you tried searching for the best term insurance rate you can get on the market today and are finding it difficult? This is the exact reason why you need this term quote engine to help you determine what is the best rate available for your circumstances. These quote engines will be of great ...
Views: 214 - How to Detach and Let Go with Love - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2020 from Darlene LancerAlthough it’s painful to see our loved ones be self-destructive, detaching allows us to enjoy our life despite another person’s problems and behavior. Attachment and caring are normal. It’s healthy to get attached to people we love and care about, but codependent attachment causes us pain and ...
Views: 318(2 votes) - 2020 WNAAD Survivor Empowerment Telesummit Free Event - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2020 from Dr. Anne BrownTake Your Recovery From Narcissistic Abuse To The Next Level! From the safety of your home learn trauma-transforming steps to not only empower you but also make notable reductions in the vast array of trauma symptoms. What would it be like to have an action-oriented roadmap for recovery ...
Views: 265 - 3 steps to keep tiles and grout clean - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2020 from Wajahat AliYou should follow these simple steps to keep your tile and grout clean at all times. Keeping things clean is not rocket science, if you didn't clean up for a week you'd be dirty too. You may also need an additional scrub to clean yourself, as dirt builds up in dirt and makes things harder to ...
Views: 189 - Backbone Power The Science of Saying No Books on Integrity |Books on Making Decisions |Books on decision making |Books on Co-Dependency - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2020 from Dr. Anne BrownA No-Nonsense Approach to Making Decisions. A Self Help Guide to having Backbone and Integrity in all your choices, short term, and long term. Is this decision going to be good for Me? To help Me be successful? How do I make the right choices? What are the effects and the outcomes? Ask ...
Views: 313(1 vote) - The Startling Reason We Sabotage Love - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2019 from Darlene LancerMost relationships fail and nearly half of American adults are unmarried. Why can’t we find love and why don’t relationships last? Paradoxically, as much as we want love, we also fear it. Fear of not being loved is the greatest reason we don’t find love and sabotage it in our relationships. In ...
Views: 456(2 votes) - HOW SHAME FEELS AND WHAT MAKES IT TOXIC - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2019 from Darlene LancerSprawled on the hallway floor, skirt flying, hitting and kicking, I wrestled with Tina before a crowd of junior high school schoolmates, including a dozen boys from my class. Tina was a gang member who had recently transferred from another school. She and her cohorts had taunted and insulted me ...
Views: 528(2 votes) - How To Set Boundaries | Backbone Power - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2019 from Dr. Anne BrownHow To Set Healthy Boundaries and Live Life with Authenticity | Get Backbone Power Audiobook by Dr. Anne Brown -a psychotherapist, speaker, author, coach. https://backbonepower.com/backbonepower-audiobook/ A No-Nonsense Approach to Making Decisions. A Self Help Guide to having Backbone and ...
Views: 475(1 vote) - Codependency and Narcissists: What Could Possibly Go Wrong? (Part I) - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2019 from Dr. Anne BrownFor this discussion, we are going to stick with our understanding of codependency as a system of distortions that exists on a continuum. Codependents learn personality traits that interfere with knowing one’s self and others. The people-pleasing aspect of codependency might drive the ignoring of ...
Views: 802(1 vote) - Claim Your Independence: 4 Steps in Moving Out and Into Your Own Home - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2019 from Meghan BelnapWhile moving out of a family household can sometimes feel like a confusing experience, the truth is that a bit of planning can go a long way towards helping you claim your independence and purchase a new house. And as many new buyers are discovering, now is a great time to purchase a first home. ...
Views: 397 - Unexpected Trauma after Abuse - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2019 from Darlene LancerCodependency robs us of a self and self-love. We’ve learned to conceal who we really are, because we grew up pleasing, rebelling against, or withdrawing from dysfunctional parents. This sets us up for trauma. As adults, even if we’re successful in some areas, our emotional life isn’t easy. ...
Views: 661(2 votes) - What You Should Know about Narcissists, Their Partners, & NPD - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2019 from Darlene LancerPoor Narcissus. The gods sentenced him to a life without human love. He fell in love with his own reflection in pool of water and died hungering for its response. Narcissism was named for him. Like Narcissus, narcissists only love themselves as reflected in the eyes of others. It’s a common ...
Views: 864(3 votes) - Guest Author Interview – Dr. Anne Brown - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2019 from Dr. Anne BrownTitle: Backbone Power: The Science of Saying No Genre: Co-dependency/Stress Management Synopsis: A No Nonsense approach to Making Decisions. A Self Help Guide to having Backbone and Integrity in all your choices, short term and long term. Is this decision going to be good for Me? To ...
Views: 577(1 vote) - Codependency and #MeToo: A New Way Forward - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2019 from Dr. Anne BrownRecap So, to recap Part One, we discussed our history as women as it relates to our relationship with men and how up until the middle to late 20th century we didn’t have laws to protect us from abuses. Women, along with children, were property of men. Men could abuse us with no consequences. We ...
Views: 717(1 vote) - Codependency and #MeToo: A Brief History of Abuse - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2019 from Dr. Anne BrownOur History When we look at the history of women as it relates to men, we see that it has only been in the last 100 years that we were given rights. Before we had rights, women and children were the property of men. Men could do with us whatever they pleased, whenever they pleased. This ...
Views: 726(1 vote) - Need-Fulfillment is the Key to Happiness - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2019 from Darlene LancerThe key to happiness is meeting our needs. Although codependents are very good at meeting the needs of other people, many are clueless about their own needs. They have problems identifying, expressing, and fulfilling their needs and wants. They're usually very attuned other people and may even ...
Views: 683(2 votes) - How to Leave a Narcissist or Abuser - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2019 from Darlene LancerWhen we fall in love, it’s natural to become attached and form a romantic bond. But once in love with a narcissist, it’s not easy to leave, despite the abuse. Although you're unhappy, you may be ambivalent about leaving because you still love your partner, have young children, lack resources, ...
Views: 580(2 votes) - Warriors say No With Dignity, NOT With Excuses! - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2019 from Dr. Anne BrownPeople-pleasers are at risk in the domains of finance, love, sex, family, and friendship. How is it that we can manage a successful business but still have a failed personal life? Extending a hand to others after taking care of yourself is how we make the world a better place for our children ...
Views: 567(1 vote) - All Of Us Need To Say YES to OURSELVES - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2019 from Dr. Anne BrownPeople-pleasers are at risk in the domains of finance, love, sex, family, and friendship. How is it that we can manage a successful business but still have a failed personal life? Extending a hand to others after taking care of yourself is how we make the world a better place for our children ...
Views: 515(1 vote) - Twenty Questions Identify Codependency Issues - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2019 from Randi FineTake The Quiz To find out if you are suffering from relationship codependency, please answer yes or no to the following twenty questions: Do you put others’ feelings, desires and needs before your own? Are you drawn to relationships with people who lack stability and/or are ...
Views: 563 - Regular Order: Natural Law According to the Dog - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2019 from Wm. Hovey SmithRegular Order According to the Dog All actions by my humans must be done the same way every day. Just as the sun rises and sets each day, our canine companions feel that their humans should also keep the same schedule and become disquieted when we are not compliant with what they view as ...
Views: 549 - Canine Supervision: Natural Law According to the Dog - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2019 from Wm. Hovey SmithCanine Supervision: Natural Law According to Your Dog For the safety and wellbeing of the household no human should be allowed to work except under the close supervision of one or more canine supervisors. Because of the pitiful lack of basic sensory functions in humans such as the ...
Views: 456 - Recovering From Relationship Codependency - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2018 from Randi FineRecovering From Relationship Codependency (Codependency Part Two) written by Randi G. Fine Originally published on Life As A Human Codependency is an emotional disorder that begins forming in childhood, but it does not reveal itself until a person starts having adult ...
Views: 830 - Confusion and Disappointment of Love Addiction - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2018 from Randi FineConfusion and Disappointment of Love Addiction (Codependency Part One) written by Randi G Fine, originally published on Life As A Human Have you ever believed that you could love someone enough to fix whatever is wrong in their life? Do you have the ability or tendency to deny and ...
Views: 867 - HOW TO IDENTIFY AND DEAL WITH TOXIC PARENTS - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2018 from Darlene LancerToxic relationships include relationships with toxic parents. Typically, they do not treat their children with respect as individuals. They won’t compromise, take responsibility for their behavior, or apologize. Often these parents have a mental disorder or have a serious addiction. We all live ...
Views: 878(2 votes) - Is Your Lover 'Out of Sight, Out of Mind'? - Object Constancy and Borderline Personality Disorder - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2018 from Imi Lo“Although the push-pull behaviors in our current relationships seem to be triggered by our partner, they are actually a result of old fears we carry from our childhood. “ Anxiety is a normal part of being in an intimate relationship. It usually comes in two forms- the fear of abandonment, ...
Views: 1004 - Is Your Job Threatening Your Mental Health? - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2018 from Tori UtleyWithout our jobs we can hardly make a living, it is important to work, but in some situations, changes have to be made to adjust and save your mental health. Working every day at a job keeps you active, you can sustain a better social life by interacting with others out there, and if you love ...
Views: 602 - The Female Bully and the Codependent Part II: “A Smelly Turd in a Pretty Package” - by Submitted on May 18, 2018 from Dr. Anne BrownIn Part One, we discussed some characteristics of the serial female family bully, the way she bullies, her targets and her end game. We looked at some interesting characteristics also seen with the codependent; poor self-esteem and inability to speak her truth or express her anger. In Part ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - Narcissistic Abuse | Betrayal | Divorce | Codependency | People Pleasing | Authenticity | Backbone - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2018 from Dr. Anne BrownHave you been a victim or do you know someone who's a victim of Narcissistic Abuse and Betrayal? Are you getting a Divorce? Do you want to learn more about Codependency and People Pleasing? Learn why havingAuthenticity and Backbone will help you. Be among the first to see my newest blog ...
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