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- Relationships: Can Breaking Up Make A Relationship Better? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile one could be in a relationship that is going as they would like it to go, there is also the chance that this is not the case. As a result of this, they could be in a position where they believe it is time for them to move on. Unhealthy This could be a sign that they don’t feel ...
Views: 1285 - Family Constellations: Why Would Someone Be Drawn To Family Constellation Therapy? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone’s life is not going as they would like it to go, there are a number of things that they can do. And while some of these things will allow them to move forward, there are going to be others that won’t. Escapism One could be drawn to things that will allow them to take their ...
Views: 1366 - Social Media: Does Social Media Allow People To Control What Other People Say? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperFor some people, social media is seen as somewhere where they can express themselves and stay up to date with their ‘friends’. As a result of this, it fulfils their need to be seen and their need to connect. And what is different about this is that one can fulfil these needs no matter where ...
Views: 1142 - Relationships: Why Would Someone Try To Revive A Relationship That Isn’t Healthy? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen a relationship comes to an end it doesn’t mean that one will be willing to walk away. Instead, they may feel the need have the other person in their life again, and it might not be enough for them to see the other person from time to time. One Reason This could then be a sign that ...
Views: 1245 - Being Seen: Can The Fear Of Being Seen Cause Someone To Hide Behind Others? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about how someone would behave if they don’t feel comfortable being seen, they might start to imagine someone who spends a lot of time by themselves. And this is because it will be a way for them to avoid attention. It could then be said that they will have a good ...
Views: 1505 - Being Exposed: Why Do Some People Have A Fear Of Being Exposed? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough some people feel comfortable with themselves, there are others who experience life differently. And it could be said that one will achieve more when they feel comfortable in their own skin, so to speak. Based on this, if one doesn’t feel comfortable with themselves, it will then ...
Views: 4019(1 vote) - Relationships: Are Friends The People That We Have In Our Life Who Only Accept Us When We Do What They Want? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about what their friends are like, they could start to think about how they accept them for who they are. It is then not going to be necessary for them to play a role, and it could be said that this is how it should be. The alternative would be for one to be in a ...
Views: 1289 - False-Self: Can Someone Create A False-Self When They Feel Worthless? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough some people are in touch with their true-self, and allow their life to be influenced by it, there are others who experience life differently. As a result of this, it can mean that they are out of touch with who they are. When one is in touch with their true-self, it is likely to ...
Views: 1247 - Relationships: Is It A Form Of Indirect Revenge When Someone Always Criticises Others? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to think about what their friends are like, they may start to think about how supportive they are. These are then going to be the kind of people who are life-affirming, and it could then be said that that they have the right people in their life. Two Experiences On one ...
Views: 1201 - Relationships: Are Friends The People That We Have In Our Life Who Undermine Us? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile one can share their life with people who support them, they can also be in a different position. As a result of this, the people they are closest to could be the ones who hold them back. The Ideal When one has people around them are able to support them, their life is going to be ...
Views: 1243 - Intimacy: Why Do Some People Open Up To People Who Will Shame Them? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone can be in a position where they are around people who they can open up to, there is also the chance that this is not the case. When one can relate to the former, it could be how their life has been for as long as they can remember. Having said that, there is also the chance ...
Views: 1278 - Relationships: Are Friends The People That We Get in Touch With When We Want Something? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to get in touch with someone they know it could be because they need something. However, it doesn’t mean that this will always be the case, as there could be times when they don’t need anything. Curious During these moments, one may want to find out about what they have been ...
Views: 1203 - False-Self: Do You End Up Playing A Role When You Are Around Others? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one spends time around others, they could find that they generally behave how they want to behave. This is then going to show that they don’t feel as though they have to behave in a certain way. One way of looking at this would be to say that one will be able to express their true-self, ...
Views: 1345 - Relationships: Do Some People Get Back With Their Ex In Order To Avoid How They Feel? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen a relationship comes to an end, one can experience a sense of relief, and this can mean that they won’t feel the need to get back together with the person they were with. Even so, this doesn’t mean that the other person is having the same experience. As a result, they can try and ...
Views: 1159 - Social Media: Is Social Media A Waste Of Time? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to think about how they used to spend their time before social media was invented, they might find it hard to remember. What this could show is that it has become a normal part of their life. And as it is so easy to use social media, it can be easy to see why this might be the ...
Views: 1277 - Purpose: How Can Someone Find Their Purpose? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThere are people who feel as though they are on track in life, and there are others who don’t. As a result of this, it could be said that not everyone is going to experience life in the same way. When one feels as though they are doing the right thing, it is likely to be a lot easier for ...
Views: 1112 - False-Self: Can Self-Development Allow Someone To Replace Their False-Self With Another False-Self? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone is in touch with their feelings and needs, it could be said that they are in touch with their true-self. And if it is possible for these aspects to have an effect on their life, it will mean that their life will be an expression of who they are. The Ideal One way of looking ...
Views: 1144 - Therapy: Are Some People Too Young To Assist Others? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone wanted to assist others, there are a number of things that they could do. For one thing, they could end up doing some kind of volunteering, and this would allow them to have a positive effect on the world. But if this wasn’t something that interested them, they could decide to ...
Views: 1231 - Relationships: Do Some Peoples Childhoods Set Them Up To Keep People At A Distance? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThere are some people who are able to connect with others, and then there are others who are unable to do so. When one can do this, there is a strong chance that they are going to be used to having people in their life that they are close to. One on side this could mean that they will have ...
Views: 1251 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Try Hide Their Partner From Their Ex? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen a relationship comes to an end, one can decide to take a break and to spend time by themselves. Through doing this, it can allow them to process the pain that they are experiencing, and then to gradually settle down. This can then be a time when they will be healing themselves, and this ...
Views: 1433 - Boundaries: Why Do Some People Believe That They Always Have To Say 'Yes'? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThere are some people who say ‘yes’ from time to time, and then there are others who more or less always say it. One way of looking at this would be to say that the people who fall into the second group are going to be in a better position. This is because they can be seen as people who ...
Views: 1473(1 vote) - Anger: Can Someone Use Anger To Avoid How They Feel? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who are unable to get angry, there are others who are more or less always angry. As a result of this, it could be said that these people are out of balance. At Times Still, if one is not always angry, then they could be in a position where they have moments ...
Views: 1293 - Boundaries: How Can People React When Someone Starts To Say 'No'? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile it is relatively easy to say ‘yes’, the same can’t be said when it comes to saying ‘no’. In fact, there are going to be plenty of people who are unable to say ‘no’, and it could then be said that it doesn’t mean much when they say ‘yes’. What this emphasises is how important it is for ...
Views: 1516(2 votes) - Self-Knowledge: Why Do Some People Believe That Their Childhood Did Not Have An Effect On Them? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to the kinds of challenges that one can face during their adult years, it can be normal for them to believe that their childhood hasn’t played a part. What they are going through is then going to be seen as a reflection of what has taken place in their adult years. If they ...
Views: 1052 - Anger: How Can People React When Someone Embraces Their Anger For The First Time? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone’s relationships can be an expression of their true-self, they can also be an expression of their false-self. What this means is that one can be surrounded by people who don’t know who they really are. Unaware Even so, this doesn’t mean that these people will realise this, ...
Views: 1288 - Victim Mentality: Do Some People Only Know Who They Are When They Act Like A Victim? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who feel like a victim from time to time, there are others who pretty much always feel this way. When one can relate to the former, it is unlikely to be something that will have an effect on how they see themselves. Momentary But if it does have an effect on ...
Views: 1085(1 vote) - Relationships: Do Some People Only Know Who They Are When They Are Rescuing Others? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one generally ignores their own needs and focuses on other people’s needs, they can be described as someone who rescues others. As a result of this, it is going to be normal for them to neglect their own life. Out of Balance It could be said that while it is good thing that one ...
Views: 1220 - Social Media: Does Social Media Encourage Conformity? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile social media can be seen as somewhere where people can be themselves, it doesn’t mean that this is actually the case. Instead, it can be normal for someone to feel the need to come across in a certain way. No Different Their experiences online will then be similar to the experiences ...
Views: 1373 - Self-Image: Why Do Some People Only Know Who They Are When They Have An Enemy? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to how one sees themselves, they can be their own best friend or their own worst enemy. What this shows is how important their self-image is, and if they want to lead a fulfilling existence, it will be necessary for them to see themselves in a positive light. At Times Now, ...
Views: 1037 - People Pleasing: Is It Possible To Always Please Other People? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone can do everything they can do displease others, they can also have the opposite approach. In this case, it is going to be normal for them to overlook their own needs. Point of Focus One is then not going to pay attention to what is taking place within them, they are going to ...
Views: 1141 - Anger: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Stop You From Getting Angry? - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people feel comfortable embracing all of their feelings, there are others who are unable to do so. As a result of this, they are not going to experience life in the same way, and when it comes to people who fall into the second category, their life is going to be harder than it needs ...
Views: 1304 - Critical Thinking: Do We Stop Thinking When Information Is Presented By An Authority Figure? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one wants to find out about something there is a strong chance that they will look for someone who has an understanding of what they want of know. They could believe that the most important thing is to find someone who has the right qualifications. And once this has taken place, they ...
Views: 1346 - Hiding: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Cause You To Hide? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt has been said that one of our greatest needs is to be seen who we really are, and what this shows is that we are not here to hide. Therefore, when it is not possible for someone to fulfil this need, it is going to cause them to suffer. Part of Life There are going to be people who are ...
Views: 1268 - The Media: Does The Media Realise That Most People Don't Think For Themselves? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to the mainstream media, there are a lot of people who believe that its sole purpose is to inform people about what is taking place in the world. Through having this outlook, one will be only too happy to accept just about everything they hear. Now, if the media did exist to ...
Views: 1111 - Happiness: Should Someone Take Advice On How to Be Happy From People Who Are Attractive? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, it is not uncommon for people to look for advice on how to be happy. In fact, it could be said that some people see this as being the purpose of life, and as a result of this, it is not going to be something that they can simply overlook. In The Past Fortunately, there ...
Views: 1223 - Humble: Is Being Humble Good Or Bad? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone achieves something, they could tell other people about it or they could simply carry on with their life. As a result of this, there is the chance that everyone they know will find out about what has taken place, or there is the chance that no one will. A Closer Look Now, if ...
Views: 1847 - Relationships: Do People Rescue Others In Order To Help Them? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people are there for others from time to time, there are others who are practically always there for them. When one can relate to the former, they are going to have moments when they are able to take care of their own needs. However, when one can relate to the latter, they are not ...
Views: 1353 - Greatness: Should Someone Have To Hide Their Greatness In Order To Avoid Offending Others? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough someone can be good at something, it doesn’t mean that they feel comfortable letting other people know. But if this doesn’t relate to what they can do, it could relate to their appearance. In this case, one could feel the need to cover up their body, or to hide their face in some ...
Views: 1319 - Boundaries: Do Some Countries Lack Boundaries? - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to how one experiences life, there are going to be a number of factors that will play a part. One of these things is the state of their health, and this is something that most people are aware of. Physical Health For example, it is not uncommon to hear about how important it ...
Views: 1305 - Offended: Do Some Peoples Childhoods Set Them Up To Be Offended By Others? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, it could be said that there are a lot of sensitive people, and through being this way, they can find it hard to handle day-to-day life. However, this is not to say that everyone who is sensitive responds to life in the same way. Two Types What this comes down to is that ...
Views: 1668 - Social Media: Do We Put In Less Effort When We Are Friends With Someone On Social Media? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone uses social media, they can stay up to date with the people they know. This can relate to the people they have known for quite some time and the ones they have only known for a short while. Along with this, there can also be a difference is how well one knows them, as there is ...
Views: 1191 - Emotional Problems: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Have Emotional Problems? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt is not uncommon for people to have emotional problems in today’s world, and if someone doesn’t have them, then there is the chance that they have had them in the past. Therefore, if one doesn’t have them and they haven’t had them in the past, they could be seen as the exception. But ...
Views: 1292 - Self-Development: Is Being Curious An Important Part Of Being Able To Heal? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one had a TV that stopped working, there is a strong chance that they would want to know why. This comes down to the fact that if they were to simply ignore it, they wouldn’t be able to watch anything. Being curious about what is taking place is then going to have a positive effect on ...
Views: 1072 - Boundaries: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Stop You From Saying No? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people feel comfortable standing their ground, there are others who don’t feel this way. As a result of this, it is going to mean that their experiences on this planet are going to be extremely different. Now, this doesn’t necessarily mean that the former are going to be ...
Views: 1406 - Therapy: Should Someone Work With A Therapist For A Long Period Of Time? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one wants to work with a therapist, they can have a number of different questions, and one thing they can want to know is how long it will last. This could come down to the fact that they want to move on with their life, or it could be a sign that they just want to feel better. ...
Views: 1686 - True-Self: Does The Fear Of Being Harmed Stop You From Expressing Your True-Self? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to think about a time when they were able to be themselves, they could say that it was possible for them to express their true-self. Whereas as if they were to think about a time in their life when they were unable to be themselves, they could say that this was a time when their ...
Views: 1067(1 vote) - Relationships: Why Do Some People Only Know Who They Are When They Are In A Relationship? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people can find that they can function whether they are with someone or if they are by themselves, there are others who are not in the same position. In this case, one can find that they struggle when they are not with someone. On the other side, one could find that they it is not ...
Views: 1215 - Self-Development: Is Harnessing Our Pain An Important Part Of Being Able To Heal? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some people are given the kind of care that they need in order to grow and develop whilst they are growing up, there are others who don’t have this experience. As a result of this, their latter years can end up being extremely different. A Continuation When one does receive what ...
Views: 1050 - History: Can You Control People By Controlling History? - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to what most people know about history, there is a chance that the majority of what they know was picked up whilst they were at school. Along with this, there can be what they have learned through watching films. On the other hand, there are the people who have taken matters ...
Views: 1645 - Relationships: Are You In A Relationship With Someone Who Is On The Rebound? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone starts a new relationship there is a strong chance that it will be their intention to be with someone who is available. In this case, one is in a position where they are ready to share their life with someone else. It could then be said that they have the right outlook, and it ...
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