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- OnlyFans: Why Would A Man Be Drawn To OnlyFans? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperThanks to a platform that offers a ‘virtual girlfriend experience’, a man can receive far more than he did in the past. Before this platform was available, he would have been able to view pictures and videos of a woman but that would have been about it. Now, by paying a certain fee to a ...
Views: 327 - Critical Thinking: Are Some Men’s Lives Being Ruined By OnlyFans? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperFor many, many years now, it has been relatively easy for a man to access adult content. The only thing that he has needed is a device and an internet connection, with this giving him the ability to view an endless amount of pictures and videos. In recent years, however, a man can not only ...
Views: 166 - Developmental Trauma: Can Someone Have A Fear Of Falling Apart If They Experienced Developmental Trauma? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperBased on how someone typically comes across, they can appear to be a together human being. However, beyond the impression that they create can be someone who doesn’t have firm foundations. Thanks to how they live their life, though this could be something that they are not fully aware of. ...
Views: 185 - Relationships: Can It Be Hard For Someone To Bond With Others If They Were Abused As A Child? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperAs someone is an interdependent human being, it means that they are not their own island. As a result of this, they are not on this earth to do everything by themselves and to always be in their company. Likewise, they are also not here to look towards others to do everything for them and to ...
Views: 212 - How to Prepare for Couple Counseling Sessions - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2023 from Radhika SinghBefore we delve into preparation, let’s take a look at what exactly couple counselling or therapy is. Couple Counselling is a type of psychotherapy that uses well-researched methods and techniques to help couples identify and resolve conflicts in their relationships. It may begin with ...
Views: 354 - Do You Think Opposites Attract? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2023 from Marcia Naomi BergerIf you think opposites attract, think again! Just about everyone believes that opposites attract, but they don’t. Yet many relationship experts write that people seek partners whose traits complement their own. THE OPPOSITES ATTRACT MYTH It’s a myth that opposites attract, states Matthew ...
Views: 330 - Personal Power: Can A Man Reject His Power If He Was Abused As A Child? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperWhat can be normal is for a man to be walked over by others and to do what other people want. He is then not going to stand up for himself and he will act as though he is an extension of others. As a result of this, he is likely to often be in a very low place and experience a fair amount of ...
Views: 182 - Learned Helplessness: Can Early Deprivation Cause Someone To Believe That They Are Helpless? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to take a step back and reflect on their life, what might soon stand out is that their life is not very fulfilling. So, just about every area of it might not be going how they would like it to go. Now, this might be something that has been at the back of their mind for quite ...
Views: 176 - The Importance of Healthy Habits and Positive Routines - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2023 from Saba AlamTo maximize productivity and enhance your well-being, maintaining healthy habits and positive routines is crucial. Discover the profound connection between habits and productivity, along with the significant impact habits have on your overall well-being. Unlock the potential for a more ...
Views: 292 - Relax, You've Arrived - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2023 from Rick HansonWe spend so much of our time trying to get somewhere. Part of this comes from our biological nature. To survive, animals – including us – have to be goal-directed, leaning into the future. It’s certainly healthy to pursue wholesome aims, like paying the rent on time, raising children well, ...
Views: 270 - Mother Wounds: Can A Fear Of Abandonment Cause A Man To Be A ‘Nice Guy’ Around Women? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperWhen a man is around a woman, he could typically lose himself. In other words, he won’t be in touch with and express his true self; no, he will end up putting on an act. As a result of this, he can be easy-going, needless and have a strong need to please. By being this way, it is likely to be ...
Views: 182 - Mother Wounds: Can A Fear Of Abandonment Cause A Man To Be A ‘Nice Guy’? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIn general, a man could be easy-going, needless and do his best to please others. He is then rarely if ever going to assert himself, express his needs or disagree with what another person says. But, although how he comes across won’t be a reflection of who he really is; he could believe that ...
Views: 195 - Mother Wounds: Can A Man Have Sex To Try To Be Loved If He Had An Unavailable Mother? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperA man could be in a position where he is only interested in having sex with women. What this then means is that he won’t be interested in having a relationship with a woman. And, if he ever dates a woman, most of the time that he spends with her could involve him having sex. When this doesn’t ...
Views: 175 - Early Deprivation: Can Someone Fear Being Abandoned If They Experienced Early Deprivation? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperEven if someone is in a good position financially, it doesn’t mean that they will typically feel settled. They can often feel anxious and as though something bad is about to happen. Now, irrespective if they are in a good position financially, if they were to take a closer look at why they ...
Views: 313 - Everything you need to know about Microsoft’s Low-Code Programming Language Power Fx - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2023 from Manish PatelThe announcement: In the recent event of Microsoft Ignite 2021, Charles Lamanna- The corporate vice president of the Redmond company took the low-code aspect of their platform to next level by introducing a new low-code programming language, Power FX. The announcement was during the ongoing ...
Views: 366 - The Power of Animation: Exploring the Magic Behind Animated Series - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2023 from Tayyab ZakkiIntroduction: Animation has captivated audiences for decades, bringing to life fantastical worlds and endearing characters. Animated series have a unique ability to transport viewers into imaginative realms and deliver compelling stories. In this article, we delve into the power of animation, ...
Views: 325 - Mother-Enmeshed Men: Why Would A Mother-Enmeshed Man Believe That He Is Betraying His Ex If He Moves On? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperNow that a man is no longer in a relationship, he will be free to meet other women and take things further. However, although this will be so, it doesn’t mean that he will allow himself to do this. In general, he could keep his distance from women and not go anywhere where he is likely to ...
Views: 344 - See Your Part - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2023 from Rick HansonIn situations or relationships with any kind of difficulty – tension, feeling hurt, conflicts, mismatches of wants . . . the usual crud – it’s natural to focus on what others have done that’s problematic. This could be useful for a while: it can energize you, highlight what you most care ...
Views: 276 - How Anger Can Ruin Joy in 3 Ways - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2023 from Barry ShoreAnger is a powerful emotion that can cause immense damage to relationships, productivity and overall joy. It’s important to learn how to manage anger in order to protect yourself from its potentially harmful effects. In this article, we will discuss three ways that unchecked anger can ...
Views: 245 - The Power of Essay Writing for Mental Health - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2023 from Lesley VosMental health is critical for our overall well-being. It affects our ability to manage emotions, deal with stress, and interact with people in our lives. Writing essays can be a powerful tool to help improve one’s mental health. Look: Writing an essay is a process that involves ...
Views: 338 - Early Deprivation: Can Early Deprivation Cause Someone To Have A Fear Of Being Alone? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperWhat someone may find, if they were to spend time by themselves, is that they feel deeply alone. This is then not going to be a time when they are able to enjoy their own company; it will be a time when they have a strong need to be around another or others. However, while this is something ...
Views: 194 - Mother-Enmeshed Men: Why Would A Mother-Enmeshed Man Lose The Ability To Maintain An Erection When He Is In A Relationship? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperAt the beginning of a relationship, a man might not have any issues when it comes to having sex. But, as time passes, this might not be the case. Then again, before he gets to the point where he is in a relationship with a woman and has just started seeing her, this could be something that is ...
Views: 183 - Early Deprivation: Can Early Deprivation Cause Someone To Believe That They Are Unlovable? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone believes that they are unlovable, it doesn’t mean that they will be consciously aware of this. But, even if this is not something that they are aware of, it is still going to have a big impact on their life. So, a lot of their time and energy could be spent doing things to make ...
Views: 187 - Early Deprivation: Can It Be Hard For Someone To Realise That They Were Deprived If Their Parents Were Physically Available? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough someone was deprived of the emotional nutrients that they needed during their formative years, it doesn’t mean that they will be aware of this now that they are an adult. If they were to think about their early years, they could believe that this stage of their life was fine. For ...
Views: 226 - “P” Point Power - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2023 from William Cottringer“P” Point Power by William Cottringer, Ph.D. Experience is not what happens to you; it's what you do with what happens to you. ~Aldous Huxley. Earlier on in my correctional career, an MIT math genius, Herb Gross, introduced me to an obscure engineering term, which he called ...
Views: 324 - Mother-Enmeshed Men: Can A Woman Attract Mother-Enmeshed Men If She Has An Underdeveloped Feminine Aspect? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperAfter being with a man who is overly focused on his mother for however long, a woman could be pretty fed up and feel drained. There can be a number of reasons as to why she is this way. First, there will be the fact she is sharing him with his mother, and, second, she is likely to be the one ...
Views: 206 - Drop The Case - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2023 from Rick HansonLately, I've been thinking about a kind of "case" that's been running in my mind about someone in my extended family. The case is a combination of feeling hurt and mistreated, critique of the other person, irritation with others who haven't supported me, views about what should happen that ...
Views: 298 - Mother-Enmeshed Men: Did A Mother-Enmeshed Man Have To Become Who His Mother Wanted Him To Be? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIf a man is in a position where his life revolves around his mother, he is going to be like her servant. As opposed to being a separate being who has his own needs and feelings, he will be nothing more than an extension of her. This is likely to mean that he will typically come across as ...
Views: 309 - Mother-Enmeshed Men: What Would A Mother-Enmeshed Man Feel Guilty For Living His Own Life? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIf a man was to step back and reflect on his life, he might soon see that he is overly focused on his mother. This could be something that he has been forced to do after having experienced a breakup. As a result of being in a relationship, then, what had not stood out before would have ended ...
Views: 317 - Early Deprivation: Can Someone Feel Invisible If They Had A Narcissistic Parent? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperEven though someone will exist and, thus, will be able to be seen and heard by others, it doesn’t mean that they will typically feel seen and heard. If they were to think about how they generally experience life, it could be as if they are not real. When they are around others, then, it could ...
Views: 188 - Critical Thinking: Is Focusing On The Darkness ‘Out There’ Distracting Humanity From Their Own Inner Darkness? - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIrrespective of whether someone pays attention to the mainstream media or the alternative media, they are going to be aware of things that are taking place in the world that are bad. Perhaps the main difference, if they pay attention to the latter, is that they can be aware of things that are ...
Views: 211 - Depression: Why Would Someone Be Depressed Even Though They Have A Good Life? - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperAt this point in time, someone could find it hard to understand why they are experiencing life in a certain way. Based on the life that they lead, they can believe that they shouldn’t be the way that they are. The reason for this is that their life could be good in so many ways and yet they ...
Views: 209 - Early Deprivation: Can Someone Have A Fear Of Being Narcissistic If They Grew Up With A Narcissistic Parent? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIn general, someone could do their best to not stand out, to not need much and to be there for others. This can mean that they will often monitor themselves to make sure that they are behaving in the right way. Due to being this way, it is likely to mean that they won’t receive a great deal ...
Views: 214 - Accelerated Recovery: Exploring The Benefits Of A Center For Advanced Orthopedics - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2023 from Kim SmithOrthopedic injuries and conditions can significantly impact a person's quality of life, often requiring specialized treatment and rehabilitation. In recent years, centers for advanced orthopedics have emerged, offering cutting-edge techniques and technologies to promote accelerated recovery. ...
Views: 293 - Child Abuse: Can An Abusive Parent Have A Narcissistic Defence? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperWhat someone may see, after taking a closer look at their early years, is that they were not treated very well by one of their parents. After coming to see this, they could have the need to talk to them about what happened. This might then be a time when this parent is able to truly be there ...
Views: 223 - Existence: Can Developmental Trauma Cause Someone To Feel Guilty For Existing? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperEven though someone has the right to be on this planet, it doesn’t mean that they will know this at the core of their being. Instead, they can feel as though they don’t deserve to be here. If this is so, it won’t be seen as something that they merely believe; it will be seen as the truth. It ...
Views: 165 - Make Good Bargains - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2023 from Rick HansonLife is full of tradeoffs between benefits and costs. Sometimes, the benefits are worth the costs. For example, the rewards of going for a run - getting out in fresh air, improving health, etc. - are, for me, at least, worth the costs of losing half an hour of work time while gaining a pair ...
Views: 285 - The Impact of Stress on Memory and How to Overcome it - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2023 from Leon EdwardStress is a common experience that most people encounter in their daily lives. It can be caused by various factors, including work pressure, personal relationships, financial problems, and health issues. Stress is known to have adverse effects on different aspects of health, including memory. ...
Views: 354(1 vote) - Mother-Enmeshed Men: Why Would A Woman Try To Rescue A Mother-Enmeshed Man? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperAfter being with a man for a little while, a woman may see that he is being used by his mother. This is because he could spend a lot of time doing things for her and she could act as though he is responsible for her. To make matters worse, he might not realise that he is overly focused on his ...
Views: 207 - Building Confidence in Stroke Survivors through Golfing with Confidence Building Tips and Strategies for Stroke Survivors Who Desire to Play the Game of Golf Again or for Newbys too - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2023 from Leon EdwardStroke is a life-changing event that can affect a person's physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It can lead to a loss of independence, depression, anxiety, and a lack of confidence. However, there is a sport that can help stroke survivors regain their confidence and improve their overall ...
Views: 476 - Mother Wounds: Can A Man Have The Need To Hide His Feelings If He Had An Emotionally Unavailable Mother? - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIf a man was to take a step back and reflect on how he typically behaves, he could see that he has the tendency to hide how he feels. As a result of this, most if not all of the people in his life are not going to know what is really going on for him. This is going to mean that he will keep a ...
Views: 226 - Geospatial & Mixed Reality Control for PowerApps - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2023 from Manish PatelMicrosoft has been working hard on creating effective features for PowerApps. Over the years, PowerApps is the digital tool that many enterprises use for un-imaginative apps. These apps can power businesses to digitize physical workplaces. If the recent pandemic has taught us something, then it ...
Views: 368 - Mother-Enmeshed Men: Is A Woman Unconsciously Tying To Be Loved By Her Parent If She Ends Up With Mother-Enmeshed Men? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIf a woman is with a man who is overly focused on his mother, what might soon come to mind is that this is not the first time that she has been in this position. She might see that her previous partner was the same. That might be as far as it will go, or she could see that this is something ...
Views: 237 - Receive Faces - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2023 from Rick Hanson[Note: this practice involves our visual system, which for many people is impaired. If this is the case for you, you could adapt my suggestions to focus on the voices of others or a sense of their “energy.”] As our ancestors evolved over millions of years in small bands, continually ...
Views: 306 - What is Our Basic Nature? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2023 from William CottringerWhat is Our Basic Nature? By Bill Cottringer He who has so little knowledge of human nature as to seek happiness by changing anything but his own disposition, will waste his life in fruitless efforts. ~Samuel Johnson. A turtle was about to enter the water on the edge of a large ...
Views: 356 - Self-Expression: Can Someone Have A Fear Expressing Themselves If They Were Abandoned As A Child? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperInstead of acting like an individual, it can be normal for someone to typically act like they are an extension of others. Therefore, when it comes to how they behave, it can all depend on who they are with. Consequently, they are rarely going to freely express themselves and this is likely to ...
Views: 173 - The Future of Gambling is Here: Experience Next-Level Gaming at Our Online Casino - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2023 from hassam khThe gambling world is constantly evolving, and with the advancement of technology, it is now entering a new era. Online casinos have revolutionized the gambling industry, providing convenience, accessibility, and a wide range of gaming options to players around the globe. Today, we are ...
Views: 358 - Mother Wounds: Can A Man Feel Unsafe Around Women If He Had An Abusive Mother? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIn general, a man may find it hard to feel at ease when he is around women. Due to this, he could often act in a very submissive and easy-going manner when he is around them. What this will mean is that who he is will rarely if ever show up when he is in the company of a woman. Instead, a ...
Views: 217 - Emotionally Shut Down: Can Someone Be Unaffected By Experiences If They Are Emotionally Shut Down? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperNow that someone is an adult, they will have had many different experiences since they were a child. But, even though this is the case, it doesn’t mean that they will feel a lot different. However, if they are not in tune with how they feel, this is not going to be something that will stand ...
Views: 181 - Mother-Enmeshed Men: Has A Mother Enmeshed-Man Abandoned Himself? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2023 from Oliver JR CooperIf a man has the tendency to be there for his mother, it is going to mean that he will also have the tendency to overlook a number of his own needs. Quite simply, it is not going to be possible for him to be there for both his mother and himself. So, when he is not at work, assuming that he ...
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