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- Boundaries: Can A Lack Of Boundaries Cause Someone To Be Walked Over? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to lie down in a crowded place, there is a strong chance that they would end up being walked over. And it wouldn’t matter whether someone wanted to walk over them or not, as they wouldn’t have much choice. However, this is not to say that one needs to do this in order to be walked ...
Views: 1677 - Boundaries: Can A Lack Of Boundaries Cause Someone To Please Others? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world, it is not uncommon for one to hear about how they shouldn’t be a people pleaser. This may have been something one has come through reading books on self development, or they may have heard about it after reading articles online, for instance. But if this wasn’t the case, it ...
Views: 1602 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Think They Are Superior To Men/Women? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one thinks about the opposite gender, they may start to think about some of the men/women that they know. Through doing this, they could reflect on what they are like and the kind of qualities they they bring to the world. One could then see that there are things that they can do that ...
Views: 1662 - Relationships: Do People Who Rescue Others Experience Inner Conflict? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone can have moments where they take care of their own needs and the needs of others, they can also experience life differently. What this means, is that they can be in a position where they only focus on their own needs or on other people’s needs. Balance Life is about give and ...
Views: 1441 - Relationships: Do Some Women’s Childhoods Set Them Up To Hate Men? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile someone could say that they hate a certain type of food, for instance, they can also say that they hate the opposite gender. It one could relate to the first example (or if they hated something similar), it is unlikely to have much of an effect on their life. However, if they were in ...
Views: 1661 - Boundaries: Can A Lack Of Boundaries Cause Someone To Have Anger Problems? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who get angry from time to time; there are others who are angry almost all the time. Yet this is not to say that there are only two categories, as there are going to be others who are rarely, if ever angry. When one experiences life in this way, they could believe ...
Views: 1685 - Social Media: Does Social Media Allow People To Create The Impression That They Have The Perfect Life? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperEven though perfection is an illusion, it doesn’t mean that this is something that everyone realises. As a result of this, it can be normal for someone to do everything they can in order to be perfect. On one hand, this could be something that has an impact on every area of their life, and ...
Views: 1371 - Blame: When Someone Blames Others Can It Make Them Blind To Their Own Faults? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen something goes wrong, one can look into why it has gone wrong or they can find someone to blame. If one was to take the first option, it could be said that there is a greater chance of them being able to find a solution. Whereas if they were to find someone to blame for what has taken ...
Views: 2015 - The Media: Does The Mainstream Media Focus On Celebrities To Distract People? - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one pays attention to the mainstream media, they are likely to see that they give a lot of exposure to celebrities. But even if this wasn’t the case, they would only need to pick up a paper to realise this. This is not to say that all news sources give them the same amount of exposure ...
Views: 2259 - The Media: Does The Mainstream Media Control People By Keeping Them Misinformed? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf two friends had a multiple choice test coming up in a few weeks, it could be said that it would be a good idea for them to practice. Through doing this, they are likely to have a better chance of knowing what the answers, are and this will then give them the chance to pass the test. ...
Views: 1315 - Social Media: Should Someone Share Their Whole Life On Social Media? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to share something about their life in the past, they would have got in touch with their friends and/or their family. This could be something that took place over the phone, or they may have just sent a text message. Yet at the same time, they may have just gone to see someone ...
Views: 1324 - Needs: Why Do Some People Believe That Their Needs Are Not Important? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough everyone on this planet has needs, it doesn’t mean that everyone on this planet feels comfortable with their own needs. And it could be said that when one does feel comfortable with their needs, their life is going to be a lot easier. In this case, not only is one an interdependent ...
Views: 1475 - Social Media: Has Social Media Made It Easier For People To Deceive Others? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to find out what their ‘friends’ have been going, there is a strong chance that they will end up using social media. And while they might end up looking through one site; they could also look through a number of different sites. What this comes down to is that is that one may ...
Views: 1450 - Customer Service: Is Being Present Important? - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was going to meet a friend, there is a strong chance that they would expect them to show up not only physically, but also mentally and emotionally. Another way of looking at this would be to say that they expect them to be present. However, if this wasn’t the case, it could be because ...
Views: 2044 - Relationships: Can A Bad Relationship Cause Someone To Believe That All Men/Women Are The Same? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who are in relationships that could be described as ‘functional’; there are others who are in relationships that could be described as ’dysfunctional’. And as a result of this, their experience on this planet is going to be radically different. One Experience ...
Views: 1478 - The Media: Does The Mainstream Media Use Fear To Distract People? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to look into what was taking place in the news, there is a strong chance their inner experience would change. This is something that will take place regardless of whether they were to read something or if they were to watch something, for instance. As a result, they could end up ...
Views: 1441 - Social Media: Should Someone Think Before They Criticise A Business Online? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to find somewhere to eat or they wanted to buy some new clothes, for instance, there is a strong chance that they will either use their device or they might go out and look for somewhere. One might choose the first option if they are somewhere they haven’t been before and they are ...
Views: 1301 - Fame: Why Do So Many People Want To Be Famous In Today's World? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf a teacher one was to come across a group of students and they were to ask them what they wanted to be when they are older, there is the chance that a number of them would have the same answer. It could be said that this is to be expected, and this is because they are at an age where they are ...
Views: 1805 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Leave A Relationship When The Other Person Grows? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThere are a number of reasons why one would want to be in a relationship with someone, and while they might be aware of these reasons, there is also the chance that they won’t be. At the same time, they might be aware of one of the reasons why they want to be with someone else. In Touch ...
Views: 1402 - Relationships: Why Do Some People End Up With People Who Are Not As Developed? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen two people get together they often find that they each bring something different to the relationship. So while one person might be really good at something; the other person might not have the same ability. But this doesn’t mean that this will apply to everything, as there is a strong ...
Views: 1410 - Depression: Can An Emotional Build-Up Cause Someone To Feel Depressed When They Wake Up? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who like to wake up early, there are other people who don’t. If one does like to wake up early, they could describe themselves as a ‘morning person’, and this is likely to mean that they generally find it easy to wake up. And when they do, they could feel as ...
Views: 1326 - Relationships: Can Rescuing Others Stop Someone From Experiencing Intimacy? - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one feels comfortable with their own feelings, it will give them the ability to open up to others. In fact, it could be said that it will be normal for this to take place, and this is going to mean that their relationships are likely to be far more fulfilling than they would be if this ...
Views: 1542 - Relationships: Do Some People’s Childhoods Set Them Up To Rescue Others? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile one can give people a helping hand from time to time, they can also try to do everything for them. When this happens, other people may not see them as someone who is there to give them support from time to time; they can see them as someone who is responsible for their life. Their ...
Views: 1510 - Being Seen: Can Toxic Shame Cause Someone To Fear Being Seen? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperOne of the greatest needs that human beings have is to be seen for who they are and although this is the case, it doesn’t mean that this is something that everyone feels comfortable with. If one is in a position where they didn’t feel comfortable with being seen, it is going to cause them to ...
Views: 1918 - Guilt: Can Trapped Grief Cause Someone To Feel Guilty? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there will be moments where one’s emotional experience reflects reality, there can also be moments when it doesn’t. In this case, it could be said that there is no reason for one to feel the way that they do. However, even though there will be moments where it isn’t necessary for one ...
Views: 1713 - Needs: Can Toxic Shame Cause Someone To Ignore Their Own Needs? - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile it is part of being human to have needs, it doesn’t mean that every human being on the planet is comfortable with their own needs. As a result of this, it is going to mean that while someone people pay attention to their own needs; there are going to be others who don’t. Feedback ...
Views: 1326 - Inner Conflict: Can Toxic Shame Cause Inner Conflict? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to go on holiday somewhere and they had to save a certain amount of money in order to go, it would be important for them to keep their spending down until they have saved the amount they need. It could be said that this is common sense, and while there is no denying this, it ...
Views: 1372 - The Will To Live: Can Trapped Grief Stop Someone From Having The Will To Live? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one had their eye on a new car and they were to take it for a drive, they are likely to find out that it drives well. Along with how it drives, it is also likely to be a comfortable experience. So if they are currently driving a car that is on its way out, this experience is going to be ...
Views: 1614 - Social Experiment Videos: Why Do People Make Social Experiment Videos? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThe internet has given people the chance to express themselves in a number of ways, and while this can be for their own benefit; it can also be for the benefit of others. This is not to say that one can’t make a difference by doing something for themselves, as this is not always going to be the ...
Views: 1443 - Needs: Why Do Some People Feel Guilty For Living Their Own Life? - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to prepare their favourite meal, there is a strong chance that they will end up enjoying the meal once it was ready. What is unlikely to happen is that they will end up feeling as though they are doing something wrong during this time. Another way of looking at this would be to ...
Views: 1392 - Make Up: Can Wearing A Lot Of Make Up Make It Harder For Women To Accept Their Appearance? - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperEven though one generation can start to experience something around a certain age, it doesn’t mean that the next generation will start to the experience the same thing around the same age. There is the chance that one generation will end up starting something far earlier than the generation ...
Views: 1393 - Disconnected: Can Toxic Shame Cause Someone To Be Disconnected From Life? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to watch a sports game, they would see that there are players on the field and that there are players on the bench. As a result, it could be said that the people who are playing are going to be a lot happier than the people who are not playing. This is because when one plays a ...
Views: 1613 - Fear of Loss: Can Trapped Grief Cause Someone To Have A Fear of Loss? - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIt could be said that there are a number of things in life that one can’t avoid and experiencing loss is one of those things. No matter what one looks like, where they are from, or what their gender is, for instance, it is not going to be possible for them to avoid this experience. However, ...
Views: 1540 - Inner Conflict: Can The Need To Be Loyal Cause Someone To Experience Inner Conflict? - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one wanted to go somewhere and they were going to go there by foot, it is going to be important for them to walk forward. Through doing this, it is only going to be a matter of time before they reach their destination. Now, if one was to take a few steps forward and then to take a few ...
Views: 1415 - Help: Can Toxic Shame Stop Someone From Asking For Help? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to buy a new bed and their bedroom was upstairs, they may find that need someone to help them to take it there. Yet even if the bed hasn’t been built, they may still find that it is too heavy for them to lift by themselves. It will then be normal for them to ask someone to help ...
Views: 1690 - Social Media: Does Social Media Allow People To Create A False Life? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThrough using social media, one has the chance to share their life with others, and while they can share it with people they know; they can also share it with people they don’t know. This is something that can take place through writing a status or uploading an image, for instance. A True ...
Views: 1393 - Celebrities: Can Feeling Worthless Cause Someone To Be Obsessed With Celebrities? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIn the past, someone could follow a celebrity through watching TV, buying a magazine and/or through reading a paper, for instance. If they were an actor or an actress, they could also watch their films, or if they were a musician, they would also be able to listen to their music. Today’s ...
Views: 1775 - Social Media: Has Social Media Turned Life Into A Popularity Contest? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperFor some people, social media is a way to stay in touch with friends and family. It allows them to get in touch with them personally and they can see what they have been doing by looking through their profile. Along with this, they can look through their news feed and this will also give ...
Views: 1401 - Social Media: Can Social Media Stop Someone From Developing Self-Acceptance? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperThere are many reasons why someone would use social media, and one reason they can use it is to change how they feel. This could be something that takes place through uploading an image or it could occur through sharing a status. Instant Response It may only be a matter of seconds before ...
Views: 1351 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Take Advantage Of People Who Are Kind? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one had the chance to get something for free, they could either take what they need or they could take as much as they could. Another way of looking at this would be to say that they can act with grace or they can act with greed. Two Outlooks When one only takes what they need, it ...
Views: 1816 - Relationships: Do Some People Only Have Relationships With People Who Make Them Look Good? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to buying a new car, someone could go for a car that looks the best or they could take their time and see what car they prefer to drive. If they were only buying a car to put on display, it could be said that the first approach would be the best one to take. However, as they ...
Views: 1434 - Inner Conflict: Can Trapped Grief Create Inner Conflict? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who experience inner conflict from time to time, there are others who experience it far more often. As a result of this, they could find that it is a challenge for them to move forward in life. Whereas if one experienced this from time to time, they may find that ...
Views: 1493 - Food: If Something Tastes Good Does It Mean It Is Good? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperNowadays, it is no longer necessary for someone to go to another country in order to eat a certain type of food. The only thing they need to do is to go to a populated area and they should soon find what they are looking for. If they don’t, it may be a sign that they need to go somewhere ...
Views: 1564 - Social Media: Can Social Media Make It Harder For People To Grow Older? - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperHuman beings have always been concerned with their appearance to one degree or another and in today’s world, it could be said that some people have gone from being concerned to being obsessed. This is not to say that this wasn’t the case in the past; what it comes down to is that this is ...
Views: 1326 - Relationships: Do Some Peoples Childhoods Set Them Up To Hate Men/Women? - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who have moments when they get angry with the opposite sex, there are others who always feel this way. In this case, it could be said that it would be more appropriate to say that they hate them. As a result of this, it might not be possible for them to settle ...
Views: 1616 - The Media: Does The Mainstream Media Try To Divide Men And Women? - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone wanted to know about what has been taking place in the world, there is the chance that they would be drawn to a certain channel and/or paper. This is likely to come down to the fact that they trust these sources to provide them with the truth. Through having this outlook, they ...
Views: 1415 - Social Media: Are Real Relationships Being Replaced By Online Relationships? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one was to use social media, not only could they see what their ‘friends’ have been doing; they could also see what certain celebrities have been doing. What this comes down to is that their news feed is going to be filled with updates from people they now and from people they don’t know. ...
Views: 1602 - Social Media: Are Some People Emotionally Dependent On Social Media? - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was asked about how social media benefits their life, they may say that it allows them to connect to others. This is likely to be the kind of answer that a lot of people would give them. And as it is so easy to connect with other people through using it, it is to be expected that ...
Views: 1538 - Entitlement Mentality: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Have An Entitlement Mentality? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone had the desire to attain something, they could look into what they need to do in order to get it and then could they take action. Alternatively, they could think about what they want and instead of taking action, they could expect someone to give it to them. It could be said that ...
Views: 1618 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Always Blame The Opposite Sex For Their Relationship Problems? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to talk to a number of people about what their relationships are like, they are likely to hear about a wide range of experiences. While some of these people could be in a relationship, there are bound to be others who are not. So depending on what their current situation is, ...
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