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- The effects of genetic and environmental factors on IQ - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2007 from Alexander RoulinskiFor the last 140 years, scholars have been preoccupied with identifying the exact factors that influence one’s IQ. The numerous studies on the subject have led most scientists nowadays to the belief that one’s IQ is determined by a variety of both genetic and environmental factors, although ...
Views: 10701 - Character Assassination – Ways to avoid! - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Edward FeryThere is a saying in life, I do not know who wrote it, and I do can search it online but that will drain away the fun of anonymity. It starts like this ‘No one can discriminate your character unless you want it to be discriminated’. Character assassination is a concept that most of us go ...
Views: 10700(1 vote) - Sexual Fire Breath - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2009 from Al Link and Pala CopelandThe sexual fire breath is one of the best exercises, especially with a partner (but you can also do it alone), for rapidly building a hot sexual charge and moving it up through your body, helping to open all of your chakra centers. In the sexual fire breath you use a combination of sound, pelvic ...
Views: 10699 - Dysthymia (Chronic Low-grade Depression) What Does it Feel Like? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Vivian EisenecherDepression, in its various forms, affects nearly 19 million Americans each year according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). With prolonged major depression, shortages or imbalances of mood-influencing chemicals in the brain usually play a role. Studies show that depressive ...
Views: 10698 - Avoiding Responsibilities in Life - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2006 from Robert VibertEvery day, in so very many ways, people from all walks of life avoid taking responsibility for their actions, using denial and obstructive tactics. Even something as simple as accepting responsibility for parking their car outside the designated zone is unacceptable to them. While there are ...
Views: 10692(2 votes) - Misdirected Anger - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Janet PfeifferWe've all taken our anger out on the wrong party, not to say that there is ever a right party who is deserving of our ire. It's not uncommon to be upset with one person and misdirect it at someone or something else. Your boss has been crabby all day and continually comments on every aspect of ...
Views: 10691 - Definition: Emotional Intimacy - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2007 from Debbie MolisEmotional intimacy is a dimension of interpersonal intimacy that varies in degree and over time, much like physical intimacy. Affect, emotion and feeling may refer to different phenomena. Emotional intimacy may refer to any or all of those in both a lay or a professional context. Emotional ...
Views: 10690 - The Negative Attention Addiction - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from VicToria FreudigerHow to Break your Kid’s Brat Habit It seems that we need anger awareness and age-appropriate choices to help our kids successfully manage their anger. A young child's unique and awesome personality is suddenly taken over by what seems like an alien being. Did you ever consider that acting out ...
Views: 10687 - How to choose the best cuckold website for dating - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2018 from Koki DarcyOnline dating has become a common affair these days. A lot of people prefer to visit various sites online to find love, friendship and partners for life. The success rate with these sites has been really high. However, most people find the task of finding the right dating site really daunting. ...
Views: 10685 - Benefits Of Oxygen Facial - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Peter sams1) Like all living things, our skin needs oxygen to survive, reproduce and regenerate. In younger skin, this process is very efficient, but as we age, the micro capillaries degenerate and skin does not receive the nourishment it needs. As a result, the metabolism of our skin cells slows collagen ...
Views: 10682 - Definition: Spiritual Journey - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Shelly WalkerYou are spiritual by nature which means that your inborn capacity to live within the meaning of human experience and participate in the development of consciousness is a process waiting to form over time. The depth, the extent to which this capacity forms, depends upon you. Spiritual ...
Views: 10680 - How To Get Your Long Distance Ex Boyfriend / Girlfriend Back - How To Fix A Long Distance Relationship - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2015 from Patrick UadialeYou've broken off for reasons best known to you, but you know the guy and what his likes, dislikes or preferences are. So if you want him back you'll know how to go about it even better this time than you did the first, so go along with these ideas and impress him back. Smarten up To ...
Views: 10680 - What Does Your Skin Absorb? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from George PrugarHave you ever thought about the things that your skin absorbs? While it may seem as though your skin is tough, it’s actually quite delicate. How delicate? Your skin will take in a number of things during any regular day. For example, your skin will absorb vitamins from the sun; chemicals; and ...
Views: 10679(1 vote) - Using Feng Shui to Help Illnesses - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Jessica AckermanWhether you are simply sick with a common cold or someone in your home suffers from a chronic illness, feng shui can often help. Because feng shui is based on energy, you can harness the power of this energy to improve a person's health. Energy is constantly moving throughout your home, whether ...
Views: 10677 - The healing power of service - by A few years ago in a small rural town in Oregon, USA, a teenage boy died in a drowning accident. In all likelihood his death could have been prevented if an ambulance and trained medical personnel had been available. However, this small town was too poor to afford these services.
The boy’s ...
Views: 10671(2 votes) - YOUR LIFE SPAN AND VEDIC ASTROLOGY - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Vinay Sheel SaxenaAll of us are very curious about to know our life. It means that everybody wants to know how long one may live. To solve out this puzzle we consult an astrologers. You must have also been to astrologer for the same determination. According to Vedic Astrology Horary astrology is perfect for ...
Views: 10666 - I Pushed My Boyfriend Away - How to Win Him Back - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2011 from Charles Uadiale"I pushed my boyfriend away and now I want him back." How you wish you could simply turn back the hands of time in order that you could correct your deeds, right? You regret pushing your boyfriend away however at the moment you simply thought it was right to do that. Perhaps you just didn't like ...
Views: 10664 - Feminizing Yourself Through Feminized Hypnosis - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2012 from Steven QaresmaFeminization is a process to habituate oneself to adapt feminine characteristics. It is a conscious effort to transform a male to a female by installing feminine traits, mannerisms and qualities. It is an expression of personal satisfaction. One example of this is cross-dressing where men ...
Views: 10662 - What is Guided Discovery in CBT? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2009 from James ManningCommonly asked questions by people learning about Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) are - “What is guided discovery?’ “Is it about the therapist directing the client?” “Is ‘Socratic dialogue’ the same thing as guided discovery? “How do I offer guided discovery?” One thing for sure, is ...
Views: 10660 - Divorce and Children: Things To Consider When You're Staying Married Only For Your Children - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2005 from Karl AugustineAll children are different and respond differently to divorce. Depending on the characteristics of the children - age, emotional maturity, happiness, resiliency to trauma - the easier or more difficult it will be for children to weather a divorce. As a parent, you should know your children ...
Views: 10658 - Addiction and Recovery: The Social and Environmental Triggers Worksheet - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2009 from Peggy FergusonAssociations between particular feelings, people, places, and events becomes intertwined with the alcoholic or addicts drinking and drugging behavior. When alcoholics and addicts find their way to recovery, the old associations between the drinking and drugging and the old feeling, people, ...
Views: 10656(2 votes) - What's in Your Weight Destiny? The Set Point Theory - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2006 from Danna NorekMost people notice that they feel their best, and at their peak performance, when they are at a certain weight. For me, that "magic" number is 115 lbs to 120 lbs. I notice that if I go over this weight, I start to feel lethargic, "flabby", and less able to focus. So, does this mean that the ...
Views: 10654(2 votes) - How Cigarettes Are Made More Addictive - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2007 from John SmithHow Cigarettes Are Made More Addictive It's already known that nicotine is one of the most incredibly addictive substances ever known to mankind. Unbelievably, there were many years when Big Tobacco denied this truth. But, it's now been so firmly established by the scientific community that ...
Views: 10652(1 vote) - ***Divorce Transition Dos And Don'ts - by Submitted on May 29, 2008 from Carolyn EllisDivorce is an enormous life transition. The basic storyline goes something like this. One day you’re in a relationship and the goal is to live happily ever after. Then over time, your relationship hits the rocks. People get unhappy with each other and someone makes the decision to divorce. ...
Views: 10651 - Ways to look best in front of wedding photographer - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2018 from Usama MalikEveryone wants to look best in front of the camera in order to have their best picture. Especially when it’s their own wedding they eagerly require that they have their best shot which can be the most memorable event of their lifetime. They try to learn and apply numerous techniques which they ...
Views: 10648 - Benefits of Wearing two Mukhi Rudraksha Beads - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from vishal kapurBenefits of Wearing Two Mukhi Rudraksha Beads It is the representation of the Ardhnarishwara. The Lord Shiva envisaged in Goddess Parvati, i.e. half Lord Shiva and half Goddess Parvati. The result which one can get by worshipping or by wearing the two faced Rudraksha is happy married & ...
Views: 10647 - Effortless Living: Finding Joy in Today's World. Interview with Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev - by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev is an enlightened yoga master who travels to the US twice each year to teach the art of effortless living. His program is composed of powerful techniques that are designed to transform physical, mental and spiritual levels. These include Pranayamaa (powerful breathing ...
Views: 10646(1 vote) - Epstein Barr Treatment - Depression - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Elizabeth NobleDepression is not unusual in cases of Epstein Barr - the virus responsible for mononucleosis or glandular fever. Depression is especially evident when Epstein Barr becomes chronic or long-standing. Depression is not simply a matter of feeling a bit gloomy or sad for a couple of days. It is a ...
Views: 10643 - Anger: Why Do Some People Feel Guilty For Being Angry? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperThere are going to be people who feel comfortable expressing every emotion on the spectrum and then there are going to be others who are not in the same position. When someone does feel comfortable with their emotions, they are not going to deny how they feel. This will allow them to not ...
Views: 10638 - Anemia - Types, Causes, Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Kyle NortonIt is hard to believe that America, a country with one of the highest standard living in the world having over 20 million people with the disease of anemia caused by unhealthy diet, and nutritional deficiency with protein and fat intake 30% more than any other country in the world. Most people ...
Views: 10634(1 vote) - Hypnopaedia: Does Sleep Programming Really Work? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Michael LeeHypnopaedia is a study that deals with sleep learning or sleep programming. Although not exactly a new concept, it is only now that the idea is being given a lot of attention and curiosity. More and more people are looking to hypnopaedia to help them overcome obstacles and improve certain ...
Views: 10633 - I Used To Be Happy -- What Happened? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Curt GorlickBecoming Aware! I talk with a lot of people who say they are tired of living the way they’re feeling now. I often ask, “What are you feeling now?” The some common answers I get are: • “I’m not exactly sure what I’m feeling. I just know I’m frustrated and disappointed with the people ...
Views: 10633 - How To Reject Rejection - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2007 from Brenda ShoshannaRejection is one of the most painful experiences in relationships. As soon as a person feels their partner is rejecting them or finding fault, they quickly begin to reject their partner and reject themselves as well. In this case, their sense of self-worth is dependent on how their partner feels ...
Views: 10632 - Emotional Investments - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2008 from CHERIE ScheurichEmotional Investments By: Cherie Scheurich, Ph.D., LPC, CHLC Emotional investments are very interesting. They involve the processes of giving and receiving. Some people think that it is better to give than to receive, but in reality, balance is the key. Both are equally important. How could ...
Views: 10631 - The Importance of Appreciation In Your Life - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Kimberley CohenIn your circle of friends, or amongst co-workers, or family members, or even from yourself, do you hear more complaining, blaming, criticizing and judging? Or, do you hear the appreciation for things and others in life? Are you the type of person spreading thanks, cheer and good will, or are ...
Views: 10629 - Can Too Much Coffee Cause Sciatica? The Strange Truth Behind Your Cup of Joe - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Andrew HunterOkay, this is another odd-ball article topic here, but please bear with me. Have you ever wondered if the coffee you grab in the morning on the way to work might be causing your back pain and sciatica? Well, of course there are foods that you can eat that either hurt or help inflammation in ...
Views: 10628(1 vote) - Owning Our Inner Pluto before . . . It Eats Us for Lunch - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2014 from joan pancoePluto, the planet of transformation, was discovered in 1930, coinciding with the birth of Fascism and the rise of the third Reich in Germany. Its name is synonymous with Hades, God of the Underworld, and, if one believes in synchronicity, represents the transpersonal force of our collective ...
Views: 10627(2 votes) - ***How Will I Know I Am In Love? - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzHow will I know I am in Love? By America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. In our many interviews with people “in love” we ask them, perhaps, the most revealing question of the interview – “How will I know I am in love?” We have heard very consistent answers. And conversely, many people ...
Views: 10622(37 votes) - Dangerous Cookware - How It Can Affect Your Baby's Food - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2007 from Christine AlburyWhen preparing homemade baby food, we parents are always careful to ensure that the foods we choose are healthy and appropriate for our babies. Something that many of us overlook, however, is the suitability of the pots we're cooking in -- yet the fact is that cookware made from certain ...
Views: 10620(1 vote) - Follow Your Heart (a book by Andrew Matthews) - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2007 from Craig LockArticle Title: Follow Your Heart (a book by Andrew Matthews) Submitted by Craig Lock Web Sites: http://www.craiglockbooks.com and http://www2.webng.com/writernz/ Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html (Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, ...
Views: 10620 - Get Your Ex Boyfriend Back When He Just Wants To Be Friends - A Must Read! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Charles WealthSo your ex boyfriend broke up with you and now he says he just wanted to be friends. At the moment, you might be wondering why he said he just wanted to be friends. Was he serious about this statement? Did he actually say this to you? If that is the case, it’s really a negative sign and you have ...
Views: 10619 - Twenty Great Date Ideas - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2007 from Justin HartfieldIn general, the more creative the date, the better. An original date is a memorable and surefire way to impress your partner. The first impression sets the tone of the occasion, and there's no better way to ensure a fun date. Girls are perfectly comfortable sitting and chatting, as this is ...
Views: 10613 - The Beginning of Romantic Attraction: Eye-Contact - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Ram GuptaEveryone reacts differently to the prospect of making a favorable impression on someone they find attractive, and some people end up more nervous than others. However, while degrees may vary, nervousness itself is a common factor. After all, it is not easy to face judgment and the possibility of ...
Views: 10606 - Nightmares! : New Approaches to Understanding and Controlling Fear in Dreams - by Dream: "I started to run, just like I have done before in other dreams with this thing. The dark monster loomed in front of me and chased me, it even seemed to know where I would hide. But this time I stood up to it and demanded that it back off. To my surprise, the creature stopped and sat up ...
Views: 10603(2 votes) - 5 Signs Your Girl Might Give if She Wants You Back - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Andrew HunterHow your ex has conducted herself since you broke up may give you an idea about whether or not she wants to come back to you. It’s a pretty sure bet that she’s not going to be direct and tell you this plainly, but rather you can tell through her actions and behaviors. They only suggest that ...
Views: 10600(2 votes) - Why Are Intentions Important? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2008 from Leanne WatsonThe dictionary talks about ‘Intention’ in two parts: • an aim or objective, and • quality of purposefulness. To elaborate more fully: an intention is something that somebody plans to do that has the quality or state of having a purpose in mind. Fundamental to INTENTION ...
Views: 10600 - Does Rosacea Laser Treatment Work for Sensitive Skin? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from M RochellIf you are considering rosacea laser treatment, here are some facts that may help you to decide whether this is a good treatment option for your sensitive skin. Did you know that one of out every five diagnoses made by dermatologists is for rosacea? Rosacea is an unfortunately a very ...
Views: 10594(1 vote) - How to get a PERC Card in the state of Illinois - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from Elijah GarnerSecurity guards, school bus drivers, locksmiths, massage therapists, private detectives… they all have something in common, at least in the state of Illinois. The previously mentioned people all need an Illinois Permanent Employee Registration Card in order to legally do their job. If you're ...
Views: 10594 - Event Management Industry A Rapidly Growing Industry - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Priyanka GulatiEvent management involves the application of management science to the creation and development of festivals and events. It is one of the strategic tools of advertising and communication used by companies of all sizes. From product launches to press conferences, companies develop promotional ...
Views: 10593 - What The Mind Can Conceive And Achieve - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2007 from Karen WalkerOne of my favorite quotes is the famous line spoken by Napoleon Hill in Think & Grow Rich: "What the mind can conceive and believe, the mind can achieve." Sounds good doesn't it? When our minds accept that something is true, a belief, then our mind sets in motion any and all events to make ...
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