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- Dr. Romance on Giving Thanks - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2018 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving! A lot of people aren’t very good at looking at the positive. I hear a lot of negativity, blaming and complaining daily in my counseling office, and I find the more negative people are, the worse their lives work. Talking about how bad it all is seems ...
Views: 1071(1 vote) - How to Get My Ex Back - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2013 from Devango BobsThere are various ways on how to get my ex back. All you have to do is to have a clear mind so you will not be clouded with the effects of rage and other similar emotions. Aside from this, you should make it a point to put yourself first before your ex-lover. That way, you will not have any ...
Views: 1071 - What you cannot say in words, these Heart Touching Images will say - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2018 from Alvina JenniferSome pictures are so powerful to melt someone’s heart. They are the photos that actually say a thousand words. It can be the photography or designed image. Heart touching images are the depiction of the emotions and thoughts. It becomes easier to say the things through those images that you ...
Views: 1070 - How To Make Friends And Build Relationships - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2007 from Judy Wright“How do I teach my child social skills, when I don’t know how to make friends?” “How do you find time to maintain a friendship when life is so busy with work and kids?” These are just some of the questions that were asked by adult participants about their own lack of intimate friends at my ...
Views: 1068(2 votes) - Social Networking Doubles among Baby Boomers and Seniors! - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Vic BoxwellNovember 21, 2010 Social media usage has nearly reached saturation among younger adults, and its highest growth rates are now coming from internet users ages 65 and up. Who, have doubled the usage of social networking sites in the past year. The mass appeal is causing ad dollars to flow and ...
Views: 1068 - How to Stop People Pleasing - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2018 from Desiree PattonPeople pleasing occurs when a person puts his or her wants and needs aside to please another person. An example of people pleasing includes saying, “I don’t care, whatever you want” when someone asks what restaurant you’d like to have lunch at, even though you really do have a preference about ...
Views: 1066(1 vote) - Dear Dr. Romance: I feel like such a damned freak. - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2015 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My entire adult life, I have gone out to all the places you're told to go to meet someone special. Nothing. I never even get asked out. It's like I'm invisible, and my life has wasted away because there's not a damn thing I can to do to 'make' someone ...
Views: 1065 - Why an Anniversary Isn't That Big of a Deal? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2012 from Ashish KumarMarriages are not based on milestones. They are after all forever and ever. However, no person thinks that manner. They set a world around dates. For them every year in a marriage is a target fulfilled and a hope against hope that everything will be all right in the times to come. However in the ...
Views: 1065 - 4-Step Plan for Finding Friends - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Mohawk GringoIf you want more friends this may be the most important message you ever read. Here's why... I was thinking about all the friends I have the other day and the experiences we had. One of my best friends from high school. Surfing in Hawaii. Go carting at Grand Prix Race-o-rama. Swimming out to ...
Views: 1064 - The secret to beating your guilt for good - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2019 from Martha BodyfeltGuilt. What an ugly word and a terrible feeling. Guilt comes in all sorts of mutating forms before, during, and after divorce. We may feel guilty because of a specific/concrete action we have done, or, more likely, divorce guilt permeates our lives like a mist running through our bodies. ...
Views: 1063 - Move Towards New Trend- Online Florists - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Christina XioWhen we look around the world it has become very fast. Everyone is busy in their lives and no one has time to stop and look at what is going around for a while. Everyone is working for his own self; at this stage the value of little things like cards and other sentiments has been lost. People ...
Views: 1061 - Coping with Loneliness - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Rich MiltonA few help and tips in order to understand and fight the situation of loneliness. Finding purpose and meaning in life is the main goal to cope up with loneliness. The feeling of emptiness is difficult to bout especially if you don’t know where the feeling emanates from. In an instant you ...
Views: 1060 - Facing Our Fears - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Cheri ValentineAs I embark on the project of writing a book, so many fears have shown up for me. I am still working through them. I am fortunate that I have so many tools available to me to use, and I am engaging many of them. Meditation, yoga, walking, energy work, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) and ...
Views: 1060(1 vote) - Midlife Relationship Changes: Learn From Your Past, But Don't Live In It - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Anthony CalabreseMidlife is often a time of reflection. New people come into our life, while those we have known may move elsewhere or pass on. We may find ourselves in a new city or even part of the country from where we grew up. Some see the past with optimism, reflecting on times and activities they miss ...
Views: 1060 - Marrying a Much Older Man by Beth Shepherd Psychic - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2020 from Pearls of WisdomMarrying a much older man by Beth Shepherd psychic. Every so often I get a client contact me who is hoping to or planning to marry a very mature guy, despite being quite young. A person who jumps to conclusions and is judgmental could wonder why and question their judgment. In some cases it is ...
Views: 1058(1 vote) - THINKIATRY & YOUR HAPPIER LIFE - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from John O'Brien, Ph.D.To view this blog post on You Tube, please click this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfokzzl5m04 On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate the average level of happiness in our world today, among your friends and relatives, and you personally? Everyone can agree that we all want to ...
Views: 1058 - Send Christmas Gift Exchange Ideas - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2011 from Ashish KumarThe best celebration of our life is often the one that we celebrate with our family members and our close friends. One of such occasion, which will be in our memories, is the one that we celebrated with our family members and relatives. Christmas is one of such festivals, which we celebrate with ...
Views: 1054 - Unique Gifts For Her - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Ashish KumarLove is a beautiful feeling and women love to be loved. And all the men should know how to pamper her in every possible way. Gifting is one such way to express your love. Selecting a gifts for woman in your life isn’t much of an issue as women love it even if they are receiving something as ...
Views: 1054 - Tips on How to Chat with a Man by Text - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2011 from Roxie GutierrezSecond, send simple messages like “How was class?” or “How has your day been?” to show that one is indirectly thinking about him. Any man appreciates the fact that a beautiful woman is caring about him without clogging up his phone with dozens of messages; thus, he would be sure to keep one on ...
Views: 1052 - My Personal Advice on Breaking Up - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Andrew HunterBreakups can be very difficult and painful. Here is some advice I've picked up over the years on how to help you move on, get closure about the breakup or even giving your relationship a second shot. The reasons behind the split up don't matter, all relationships that end have either one or ...
Views: 1050(2 votes) - Discover Why Introducing A Pet To Your Family Can Help Your Child Overcome Loneliness - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from brian spilnerIntroducing a dog or puppy into your home can be a wonderful idea. Children and adults alike love the companionship of animals. Depending on the age of your child and how extra time you have to spend with an animal, choosing the right pooch can be a stressful process. You want to make sure ...
Views: 1045 - 4 Ways to Declutter your Friendships - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsElizabeth was the type of friend who was always inviting me out to lunch and then ambushing me with the delivery of her latest disappointments in our friendship and my performance in it. The offending action was usually something seemingly insignificant (a misunderstood comment, a phone call ...
Views: 1044(2 votes) - Action versus Talking - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Kristie DeanAction vs. Talking I spent some time on Facebook today and saw a post by a friend asking for help with a situation. Within minutes about ten people posted they would help out, but I only saw one person asking specific information, and then telling how she would help. I’ve noticed this in ...
Views: 1043 - Celebrating Christmas With Family And Friends - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2011 from Ashish KumarChristmas is the festivals of flowers and light. Jesus Christ was born on 25th Of December and since then I has been marked as the holiest day of Christianity. Many state it as the day of Gods, and thus is the holiest day of the Christian calendar. Children’s are excited about this day as they ...
Views: 1043 - I Want My Ex Back.Relationship Tips and Advice - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2013 from Devango BobsAt some point after a breakup, this line would most likely cross the mind of one of the wounded parties: “I want my ex back.” While there are some who would dismiss this thought after giving themselves some time for healing and closure, there are also some who persistently cling to the hope that ...
Views: 1043 - Enjoy Friendship Day with FRIENDS FOREVER - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Ashish KumarFriendship is such a relation which is out of any definition or explanation. Perhaps it is the only relation in the world which doesn’t demand or expect anything from us. Friends are forever but best friend is for all the time. Come let us celebrate this friendship day with joy & vigor with our ...
Views: 1041 - Make Your Friends Happy On New Year With Sending The Special Gifts - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2011 from Ashish KumarMost of the people by now would have started their New Year shopping either going in store or buying online. It’s good that now itself you should have plan what you are going to gift your friend in coming New Year. It’s better than planning at the last moment. You might be having planning to ...
Views: 1041 - Dear Dr. Romance: Is it possible to love someone without ever dating them? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2018 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: Is it possible to love someone without ever dating them? If so, how can you tell that you are in love? Dear Reader: Yes, it's possible to fall in love without dating. For example, if you have a close friend, classmate, work associate, neighbor or friend of a friend ...
Views: 1040(1 vote) - How To Secretly Use Subliminals On Friends - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Have you discovered the amazing power of subliminal messaging for yourself and found it really beneficial that you now want to use it on your friends. There are many benefits you can enjoy if you decide to apply this great mind power technique ...
Views: 1038 - Proven Reasons Why Women Get Ghosted By Men - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2020 from James BayThe relationship between man and woman is always complicated and more so at the present time. Talking about ghosting, it's unlike pulling away. Ghosting is the act of finishing up the personal connection with one unexpectedly and with no explanation withdrawing from all communiqué. Getting ...
Views: 1038 - Got A Lonely Friend? Here's How To Help - by Submitted on May 31, 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: 1037 - Dear Dr. Romance: I have been feeling lonely since high school - by Submitted on May 18, 2016 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I am 23 years old. I have been feeling lonely since high school and recently, its been getting worse. I feel like I can't have really close relationships with women and yet that is what I crave most right now. I recently cut off a friendship of 5 years because my ...
Views: 1035 - 5 Ways to Help You Deal With A Break-up - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Buffy CarneyLosing someone you love is hard no matter what, but there are a few things you can do that will help ease your pain during the transition period. 1. Love yourself more Learn to love yourself unconditionally. Accept the fact that your not perfect. Your only human after all and we all make ...
Views: 1033 - What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know about Your Pooches Friends - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from brian spilnerYou enjoy interactions with other people. Often, it’s a breath of fresh air to be in public and see someone you know. Dogs can benefit from the companionship of other dogs. You can have play dates and take your pooch to the dog park if he gets along well with others. However, most dogs ...
Views: 1032 - Connect And Make Friends - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWe all know what it is like to be alone in a room surrounded by others, to see faces and yet not know how to connect or belong. There are so many people in this world satisfied with only knowing a few people because it is easy and stretching further is hard. To have a base of friends is ...
Views: 1030 - Dear Dr. Romance: I regret not telling her how I felt - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2019 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I was very attracted to a lady and I did things for her with out asking for any thing in return. She was single and I fixed her jeep, I put down new linoleum in her kitchen for her, we did go out together for drinks, dinner, dancing, movies as ...
Views: 1029(1 vote) - Ready and Willing: 3 Ways You Can Help Others More - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2017 from Anica OaksIt’s always nice to be in a position to help others. In some cases, however, you might not be entirely sure how to prepare for situations when people might need your help. By getting ready ahead of time, you can put yourself in a better position to help people when you find yourself in the ...
Views: 1028 - 5 great ideas for creating that special and unique photo gift - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Shane MartinIt is often a struggle to find the right gift for the right occasion – birthday, wedding or anniversary. Even after spending hours online, looking at different websites and visiting different shops you still end up without the perfect gift and find yourself running out of options. However, all ...
Views: 1026 - Betrayal: How It Feels & What To Do About It - by Submitted on May 11, 2016 from Frosty WooldridgeThroughout my life, I have considered every human being on an even keel with me. I treat each person I meet with dignity and respect; and I expect them to return the same. I’m the guy who walks into the gym with a smile on my face and a greeting, “Top of the morning ma’am.” I open doors for ...
Views: 1026(1 vote) - Entertaining On A Budget: Simple Tips For A Memorable And Inexpensive Evening - by Everyone likes to get together with a group of friends, but these days going out to a restaurant together can be pricey. If you're trying to save money and your friends are trying to do the same, try entertaining in your home.
You don't have to spend a whole lot to have a fun evening in. The ...
Views: 1025 - Support Group Makeover: How to Create a Community for the Modern Woman - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Marion ChamberlainWhat life-changing strategy has Alcoholics Anonymous, Weight Watchers, Overeaters Anonymous, Gamblers Anonymous, and every 12-step program out there embraced to truly make their programs a massive success? They’ve harnessed the power of community + connection and leveraged it into a way of ...
Views: 1024(1 vote) - 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: 1023(2 votes) - 11 STRATEGIES TO ESTABLISH SOCIAL CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR LIFE! - by Submitted on May 16, 2019 from James MapesPlease watch is two-minute clip before you read the article: https://youtu.be/JpCrCJL26ic I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength ...
Views: 1021 - The Case For Loneliness - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Anita AshlandWanting to break through the wall of loneliness is a basic instinct. It’s often at the root of many behaviors, such as changing jobs, churches, moving to a new neighborhood/city, etc. It’s also not unusual to go through a difficult struggle and emerge from it saying, “I want to help others ...
Views: 1020(1 vote) - A Friend Becoming A Stranger - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: I hung up the phone last night after talking to my best friend of 30 years. I haven't been able to think of anything else, since then. So, I decided I needed to ask someone I admire to help me understand. She and I have spent so much time learning about different paths to ...
Views: 1018 - Choosing Low Self-Esteem: Carrying The Mental Equivalent For Self-defeat - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2015 from Frosty WooldridgeMillions of Americans live their lives with low self-esteem. Teenagers learn it from one or both parents. Others choose it by comparing themselves with movie stars. Many young women mutter to themselves, “I’m not good enough…I’m not as pretty as Becky the captain of the cheerleading squad…I’m ...
Views: 1017(1 vote) - How to Develop Key “Life-Line Relationships” That Will Change Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsNone of us can achieve the success or the validation we deserve alone. In this troubled economy, more than ever, we need the input, the feedback, the support and the feet-to-the-fire accountability of a few deep, trusted relationships in our professional and personal lives that we can count on, ...
Views: 1014(3 votes) - Young'n - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Womens Recreation, Inc.We’ve all had someone throughout our childhood who has help mold us into the person that we are today. I have been blessed with a large number of family and friends who are strong- willed and very determined people. Back in the day, when you did something wrong, an adult would grab a switch ...
Views: 1014(2 votes) - Create customised photo cards for that special touch - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from Shane MartinWhen it comes to birthdays and anniversaries or any other special occasion it is always stressful trying to find the perfect card to give someone. These days, the new trend of sending cards is to create personalised cards. All that is required is your favourite digital photos. ...
Views: 1011 - Five Cool Gifts to Give a Coworker for a Gift - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2018 from Usama MalikDo you have a party or event coming up where you have to give someone a gift? Don't worry about spending too much money, and don't worry about not buying the right thing. The following are five gift ideas for someone with whom you work. 1. A Computer Mouse No office employee in the world ...
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