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- How About a “Natural High” Instead Of Those Mood Altering Drugs? - by Submitted on May 14, 2006 from Helen RobinsonA few years ago I retired from a very active management position and suddenly found myself spending most of my time at home. I sat at the computer, read my email, played ten different kinds of solitaire, read food recipes which made me hungry and I ate a lot. I read, I watched TV and did all ...
Views: 768 - How to Be Romantic - by Submitted on May 14, 2006 from Jill BrennanNo one is born romantic. But like most things in life, being romantic is something that can be learned. Although romantic gestures may seem like they come easily to some people that is only because they’ve had lots of practice and because they are in tune with what motivates the opposite ...
Views: 1216 - Wedding Planning 101: Keep It Simple With A Wedding Timeline For Brides And Grooms - by Submitted on May 12, 2006 from Lesley MattosYou’re Engaged! You certainly want to enjoy this wonderful and magical time in your life but you know that planning your own wedding is going to be a big job! The following checklists might make it a little easier for you to keep it simple, keep it organized and keep you sane! The 12-Month ...
Views: 1030 - Two Words that Bring Music to a Mom's Ears - by Submitted on May 11, 2006 from Lori RadunIt was a typical evening in our home. Arguments from my teenager, opposition from my preschooler – family dynamics that were driving me crazy. I don’t remember quite what sent me over the edge. I do remember reaching my limit. We’ve all been there. However, this time, for me, was different. ...
Views: 1014 - Encouraging Responsible Cell Phone Use - by Submitted on May 09, 2006 from Barbara McRae, MCCToday, a teen's gift list is likely to include a cell phone right next to requests for video games and toys. But in the hands of a child without direction, a cell phone can be an enormous problem. How can you avoid the pitfalls and teach your teenager to use the phone responsibly? With 25% of ...
Views: 5825 - An Unhappy Marriage: How to Know When It's Really Over - by It's a fact. There are a lot of people who feel unhappy in their marriage. But the real question many of them are asking themselves is, how do I know when my marriage is really over? Is it when your spouse says, "I don't love you anymore?" Is it after an affair takes place? How do you REALLY ...
Views: 6027 - Your Feminine Heart: A New Era of Love (Book Excerpt) - by Moving Beyond Feminism: The New Era of Love & Spiritually Enlightened Women
Women today have entered every facet of industry and business. But the industrialized world is a different place than it was forty years ago. We have evolved. In breaking through the shackles of limitation to gain ...
Views: 1026 - Should I Call to Confirm a Date? - by Submitted on May 03, 2006 from Dr. Dennis NederHey Dr. Dennis! I get this a lot - I get a phone number from a girl, call, try and set a date and the chick says something like, "Yeah Thursday sounds good. I may have a girlfriend coming into town so let's play it by ear. Give me a call Thursday." Basically, it's her way of saying... "Maybe, ...
Views: 1246 - How To Make Yourself Irresistible - by Submitted on May 02, 2006 from Cucan PemoHave you always wondered why do kids resist their parents even though they have their interests at heart? This happens to me when I am young. I find that I am attracted towards my friends and buddies in schools than towards my mentors, teachers or even my parents. I never really explored the ...
Views: 976 - DATING ADVICE: Ditch the Scarcity Mentality (“There Are No Good Men”) to Find a Good Man - by Submitted on May 02, 2006 from Karen JonesI’ve noticed a tendency in many of my coaching clients above the age of 35. Many of these women are falling into the danger zone of believing there are no good men out there. Or at the very least, nowhere near enough of them. “Scarcity mentality” is a bad place to hang out. As Norman ...
Views: 3346 - Love is Not Enough - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2006 from Helene RothschildHELENE ROTHSCHILD, MS, MA, MFT, is a Marriage, Family Therapist, intuitive counselor, author, teacher, workshop facilitator, and speaker. Visit http://www.lovetopeace.com for more free articles, free newsletter, and the Personal Success online course. Do you feel disappointed and like a failure ...
Views: 1055 - Your Family Values - Are You Walking Your Talk? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2006 from Lori RadunHave you ever really sat down and given thought to what values you want to teach in your family? If someone asked you, could you tell them the five most important values to you? How clear are your children about what the family values are? Your values speak to what is most important to you in ...
Views: 3138 - Dating Conversation – The Secret To Getting More Dates - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2006 from Michael MyerscoughDating conversation - it’s critical if you want to get more dates. It doesn’t matter if you’re introducing yourself for the first time, if you’re on your first date or if you’re trying to turn your date into a relationship – if you haven’t got the chat, you haven’t got a chance. It’s Not Body ...
Views: 857 - Newborn Baby Sleep Solutions - Tips and Wisdom - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2006 from Marvin PerryAs a new mother or father, one of your priorities should be to develop good sleeping habits for your newborn baby. It is important for your baby to learn how to sleep on his or her own. The transition from sleeping with parents to sleeping on their own can be demanding and take some time. Of ...
Views: 1477 - It’s the Choices You Make Now - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2006 from Dr. Dennis NederHi Dr. Neder! I am 18 years old and just about to graduate high school. My girlfriend and I have been together for about 14 months now and I am not sure what to do after high school. My parents are going to provide us with an apartment but should I move in with her? I was reading your 10 ways ...
Views: 911 - Potty Training: Are You Ready to Go Public? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2006 from Jill BrennanYou’ve done a lot of the hard work and potty training is now going well. To get things running smoothly you’ve been staying home and it’s been working. You’ve got a good system happening between the two of you and there have been relatively few accidents in recent days. You’re even starting ...
Views: 1125 - Newborn Baby Sleep Solutions - Tips and Wisdom - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2006 from Marvin PerryAs a new mother or father, one of your priorities should be to develop good sleeping habits for your newborn baby. It is important for your baby to learn how to sleep on his or her own. The transition from sleeping with parents to sleeping on their own can be demanding and take some time. Of ...
Views: 864 - Lamenting Being Single? A Beautiful Relationship is Easier Than You Think. - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2006 from Susan JeffersIf you’re one of the world’s millions of single people, you’ve undoubtedly asked yourself at some point, “Where are all the good men/women out there?” Why can’t I find a partner?” Or if you are in a less than satisfactory relationship, you’ve ...
Views: 2421 - Finding Your Soulmate - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2006 from Dr. Carolyn PorterFinding Your Soulmate As a wholeness coach, I so often hear the rather desperate sounding comments of clients who want to find their soulmate, even amongst those who are presently married. (obviously unhappily) Most individuals long for companionship, someone with whom to share their life, ...
Views: 1506(5 votes) - Positive Parenting: The Power of Positive Prophesies - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2006 from Barbara McRae, MCCOptimism is a powerful force. People who tend to think positively, rather than negatively, about situations in their lives have been shown to live longer, have fewer serious diseases and to recover more fully from those that occur, to have lower levels of stress and consequently less heart ...
Views: 1218 - Removing the Mystery of Sending Flowers - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2006 from Rod FrosethOrdering flowers has long been surrounded with uncertainty, mystery and even fear. Will my flower delivery be fresh? How do I choose the right bouquet? Is a floral arrangement even appropriate? Here's everything you need to know to remove the mystery from flower delivery. Why Hesitate to Buy ...
Views: 1022 - Tuning Up Our Relationships Begins With Ourselves - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2006 from Amy HaleHave you ever wondered why it is you meet the people you meet? Have you ever attracted the same type of people and situations over and over again? Have you ever been confused about why people act a particular way around you? Almost everyone, at one time or another, has pondered these ...
Views: 1534 - How Do You Rate Your Separation - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldHow Do You Rate Your Separation When parents separate, they worry about the effect of their separation on the kids. Not only is there data to suggest that adults whose parents separated when they were children are at greater risk of divorce themselves, but also data that suggests the greater ...
Views: 902 - Effects of Exposure to Domestic Violence From Childhood to Adult Life - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldOne of the many problems for children exposed to domestic violence, is that for some, it comes to be included amongst their own interpersonal management strategies. Children exposed to domestic violence learn the use of violence as a strategy to mediate their needs and wants. They see the ...
Views: 2458 - Assessing Change - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldAssessing Change You’ve been for counselling and you are not sure if it is working. Part of you feels nothing has changed and another part feels like something is different. You are probably right on both counts. Most folks when seeking change look for dramatic differences. When results are ...
Views: 862 - Where to Start Learning “The Game” - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2006 from Dr. Dennis NederI get a lot of “beginner” questions from men about dating, relationships, sex and “the game” in general. Actually, that’s a very good thing! It shows that guys are really trying to learn what it takes to become better players – and ultimately better partners for the women we love. So, how do ...
Views: 807 - Is Binge Eating Making You Feel Alone? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyIf you have Binge Eating Disorder, you understand the feelings of loneliness. You know what it is like to live in a secret world that no one knows about. You have a big secret, but no one is allowed to see that side of you. At restaurants with friends, you order just the right amount of ...
Views: 1534 - Giten on the Inner Man and Woman and Relationships - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2012 from Giten Swami DhyanWhat are the inner man and woman? Our being consists of two energies: the male and female aspect. Irrespective of if we are a man or a woman, we have both a male and female side. Life develops through opposite poles and tendencies for example yes and no, joy and sorrow, light and darkness, ...
Views: 3343 - Traditional Dating and Internet Dating - The Pros and Cons - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2006 from Marvin PerryTraditional dating and Internet dating - The Pros and Cons If you are currently single and you want to position yourself for the dating circuit, you must first reflect on what type of dating you prefer to attempt. In this contemporary and technological age, there are two styles of dating to ...
Views: 6013 - Growing Good People - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2006 from Rich van BurenAt age seven months in the womb, humans begin language coordination in response to what they hear through the mother’s belly wall. Some 52 muscles learn to respond to the various phonemes (a basic language sound like 'b' in boy and 'm' in man) of the language surrounding that belly. There are ...
Views: 696 - Seven Words a Guy Likes to Hear from His Sweetheart - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2006 from Rod FrosethBelieve it or not beneath the confident, silent exterior of a guy, lies a feeling or two. Ladies, we understand, are more verbal than men, and relationship experts tell us--as if it's big news--that the feminine of the genders has a need to hear words of affection. Expressions of love and ...
Views: 1412 - MORE MOMMY MAGIC – 506 Ways to Nurture Your Child (Book Excerpt) - by It was one of those landmark days when nothing could go wrong. The day began with our regular "morning hugs," my boys got into the bathtub without whining, there were no spills at breakfast, my little girl and I played diving Barbie in the tub for an hour and I still got everything done that I ...
Views: 1047 - Loneliness: toothache of the soul - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2006 from Jack ZavadaLoneliness is one of life's most miserable experiences. Everyone feels lonely at times, but is there a message for us in loneliness? Is there a way that we can turn it into something positive? Sometimes loneliness is a temporary condition that lifts in a few hours or a couple days. But when ...
Views: 1280 - Flirting Body Language – Recognise It, Learn It & Win More Dates - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2006 from Michael MyerscoughYou know that flirting body language is key to being able to get dates. So let me to tell you how to: 1. Recognise some of the key flirting signs 2. Start to learn to use flirting body language yourself 3. Get more dates as a result Flirting Body Language – Key Signs Let’s cut to the chase. ...
Views: 920 - Putting The Fun Back Into Abiding By The Rules - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2006 from Linda MiloFamily rules are for everyone in the family. The rules you establish for your family’s benefit are the single most important aspect of helping your child learn right from wrong. The purpose of family rules is established so that both parents and children have consistent guidelines that help ...
Views: 896 - Help Your Child Manage Their Own Behavior - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2006 from Linda MiloChildren, like teens, like to feel personal power. Power is mostly the ability to influence some aspects of our lives by the choices we make. Giving a child a choice is the most powerful way to build personal power and self-esteem for your child’s lifetime. Children exert their personal power ...
Views: 869 - Listening 101 - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2006 from Curtis G. SchmittOdds are you're not a very good listener... Why would I say something so seemingly condescending? To shock you and get your attention, of course! Face it, if in fact you're not a good listener, then I need to do something special to engage you, don't I? Not to mention, it's probably true. ...
Views: 1141 - How to Say “I Love You” with Meaning. - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2006 from Chick Moorman“I love you” are three words all children need to hear often from their parents. Do you want those words to have real meaning to your child? Do you want them to connect one heart to another? Do you want to use these words to develop a level of intimacy in your family that communicates your ...
Views: 1232 - Write Your Own Love Letter in 6 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2006 from Jill BrennanYou want to tell your partner how you feel about them but you end up staring at a blank screen for so long you give up. Or you try a few lines only to delete them all and start over. Again. Why is it so hard to tell the loved one in our life exactly what they mean to us? Do you struggle to ...
Views: 1176 - New Baby and Meddling Mother-in-Law - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2006 from Jennifer SowleDear Dr. J I've been married for about two years. When I first met my in-laws, I really liked them. Joe's mother seemed really interested in me and supportive of me too! Three months ago, we had our son, Brian. It's been pure hell since the baby was born. My mother lives in another state, so I ...
Views: 7697(1 vote) - The Dirty Dancing Love Lie - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2006 from David LevineAnyone who reads the entertainment section knows how quickly celebrity relationships rise and fall. And when we watch the movies, we all know that these relationships aren't real. So why do we keep comparing our relationships to theirs? Because of the major lies that Hollywood has led us into ...
Views: 842 - Turning Strangers Into Friends - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2006 from Royane RealDo you find it easy to make conversation with new people you’ve just met? Or does the thought of trying to make conversation with someone new make you break out in a cold sweat? If you don’t feel comfortable making casual conversation with new people you have just met, you will find it harder ...
Views: 2314 - Addicted to Love - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2006 from Dr. Ulla SebastianLove addiction is focused on love as the solution to inner pain, loneliness and emptiness. In love addiction, the relationship or the need for romance is all consuming. Nothing else in life has equal importance. The Love addict has very intense emotions including anger, fear, hate and ...
Views: 1090 - Grow Yourself, Grow Your Relationship - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2006 from Dr. Dennis NederDr. Neder, Hi, I am very interested in your help on this. I met my girlfriend freshman year in high school for the first time. We are currently in our junior year of high school and we have been going out for almost four months. We talk about how we will always be together and how we are ...
Views: 959 - When a Child With Special Needs and Complex Disabilities Surfaces with Behaviour Problems - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldWhen a Child With Special Needs and Complex Disabilities Surfaces with Behaviour Problems Some children present with an abundance of challenges involving academic functioning, communication and physical difficulties. Combined these children face a remarkable struggle keeping up with their ...
Views: 1386 - Need Help Parenting a Teen? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldSome parents of teens confuse their parenting role with that of friend. In so doing, they abdicate their parental authority and minimize their ability to provide direction, guidance, limits and structure. In such cases parents may feel their teenaged son or daughter must like them. The parent ...
Views: 993 - Parental Separation: Who Do You See? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldThere is a dynamic that naturally evolves when parents only see lawyers to determine their ongoing relationship to children, post separation or divorce. Regardless of the disposition of the lawyer, on the mind of the parent, is winning or coming away with a particular outcome. The parent races ...
Views: 987 - Dating Advice: Don’t Settle for Less Than You Want - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2006 from Karen JonesMy single coaching clients often ask me what is okay to want in their life mate. My simple answer is “Nothing is too much to ask for!” In my opinion, that is a KEY component to ending up in a relationship that will last a lifetime. Sure, plenty of women settle and end up married. But need I ...
Views: 4186 - After Divorce: Seven Ways to Rediscover Your True Passion - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2006 from Joanie WinbergGoing through a divorce is a very challenging time in a person’s life. It is hard to adjust to being single again, as well as living “out of the habit” of being married, especially if you have been married for many, many years. Eventually, you begin to think about dating, but it is suggested ...
Views: 1027 - 21 First-Rate Cheap Date Ideas - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2006 from Rod FrosethThese cheap date ideas are by no means second-rate. If you're a real romantic, you know that romantic living need not be expensive. Rather, it's simple, but a little involved as you'll see in these 21 cheap romantic date ideas. What makes a date romantic is not how extravagant the price tag is ...
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