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- ***7 Things You Should Know about Your First Post-Divorce Serious Relationship - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2014 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishWell, you got through your divorce, settled in to your new life as best you can, and now you are in your first important, post-divorce intimate relationship. You’re excited and relieved — yet also wary. You wonder if this new relationship is a go? Your doubts are not unfounded. After all, ...
Views: 2204 - How Many Different Types of Friendships Are There? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Niki CleggThrough many years of experience and learning I have found there are different types and levels of friendships and relationships. I want to discuss this in my article and see if anyone agrees. I have been around for many years and have learnt so much about people and especially about myself. I ...
Views: 2204 - Pandemic - The Social Board Game that Doesn't Tear Families Apart - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from David AnthonyThe Acclaimed Pandemic Board Game is a clever yet simple social board game like no other. Its one of the few board games that our family can play safely. There's no money involved. No lying stealing or cheating your opponent. Its all about co-operation. Pandemic is quite dissimilar from ...
Views: 2204(2 votes) - ***Expert Q&A: Taking Charge of Trial Separations - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishQ: My partner and I recently separated. What's the best way to use this time? A: Instead of going directly to divorce, some couples decide to separate for a while. This approach definitely has its merits. It prevents you from acting hastily about the relationship and gives you a chance to ...
Views: 2202 - Stay Sane: Keep Your Molehills Small - by When it came to increasing the size of everyday molehills into large mountains, I’d indeed secured the coveted titles of champion and grand prize- winner. This was not an easy victory with lackadaisical requirements. Practice demands were challenging but I took advantage of every opportunity. ...
Views: 2202(1 vote) - When Is Grieving "Done"? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2010 from Peter GerlachSTARTING IN INFANCY, all wholistically-healthy people form emotional and perhaps spiritual attachments (bonds) to tangible and invisible things. Life on Earth decrees that these bonds will be broken by chance or choice, causing losses. We may start grieving before an foreseen occurs, or be ...
Views: 2201 - Make Your Thanksgiving Extra Special This Year.. Focus on Family Fun - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2009 from Carol EisemanThanksgiving is just two weeks away and the planning is already started at our home. For over 15 years, we have hosted Thanksgiving weekend for all the family. The guest list runs for 15 to 30 depending on who can travel in any given year. It is my most favorite holiday to celebrate. I have it ...
Views: 2200(3 votes) - Discipline by Dad - 5 Tips to Build Strong Relationship With Your Child - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Judy WrightTo many dads discipline means yelling, threatening or spanking when the behavior of the child is unacceptable. They may be confusing discipline, which means loving guidance and teaching, with punishment. Punishment is punitive and harsh. Their own fathers worked long hours and the mother did ...
Views: 2199(3 votes) - Parent Child Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from cedric riceThis article simply expresses my own thoughts and ideas on parent child relationships. It is certainly an intelligent dissertation based on my own education and experience. I would not however use my beliefs to counter anyone else’s beliefs. Relationships are not exact and can’t be approached ...
Views: 2198 - 6 Most Thoughtful Karwa Chauth Gifts For Your Girlfriend - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2018 from Shashank SinhaKarwa Chauth is a Hindu festival celebrated in India wherein every wife keeps a fast from sunrise to moonrise for her husband's long life. However, this ritual of Karva Chauth has evolved and nowadays even husbands fasts for their wive's longevity. In fact, unmarried women have also started ...
Views: 2197 - Rules Of The Perfect Family - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2013 from Robin RobertsIn the perfect family what you see on the surface rarely reflects what lurks underneath. There is usually a pink elephant sitting in the living room everyone sees but steps around as if oblivious to it’s presence. Cut and paste smiles come forth for outsiders and the children grow up to be mini ...
Views: 2196 - Making Good Use Of Your Corner Cabinets And Hutches - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Sarika PeriwalIn the furnishing of the living room and dining room, one can often overlook certain pieces of accent furniture that can not only look good, but can also serve a very practical purpose. Let's look at two such items of furniture - corner cabinets and hutches. Sometimes it may be necessary to ...
Views: 2195 - ***When to Have Sex in a New Relationship - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishMost of us want to feel chosen, connected and cared for. Unfortunately, it's easy to be fooled into thinking you are falling in love, and one of the sure ways to cloud your judgment about your new partner is having sex too soon. Here are the top reasons how a hasty decision to have sex ...
Views: 2193(1 vote) - Christian Relationship Help: Four Tips for Dealing With Difficult In-Laws - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Karla DowningAre you looking for Christian relationship help in dealing with your difficult in-laws? Are you wondering how God wants you to deal with them? God wants you to respond in a way that protects your marriage instead of damaging it. Here are four tips you can use to deal with difficult in laws that ...
Views: 2191 - Traveling Hopefully: How to Lose Your Family Baggage and Jumpstart Your Life - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Libby GillBook Review Got family baggage? Then you need to lighten up your load with Libby Gill’s Traveling Hopefully: How To Lose Your Family Baggage and Jumpstart Your Life. This interesting and inspiring book covers every possible area of getting rid of the toxic family legacies and beliefs that ...
Views: 2186(2 votes) - From Party Planner to Brownie Girl Scout Leader - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Shelby PhillipsI am proud to announce I am a new Brownie leader for the Girl Scouts of America (GSA). As the Queen of Connection, committed to transforming lives, imagine my surprise to learn the organization’s purpose: to have girls discover new things for themselves, connect with them on a personal level, ...
Views: 2185 - Is PTSD Genetic? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe National Institute for Mental Health finds that about 7.7 million American adults suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. PTSD usually occurs after an individual has either endured or witnessed a traumatic event, but the disorder can even affect people of close relations to ...
Views: 2183 - Onam Celebration - Gift ideas and Wishes - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2015 from Anup KiranOnam is a harvest festival which is celebrated in south India, especially in Kerala with a great grandeur and gaiety. This is one of the most important festival celebrated by all communities across the state of Kerala. The Onam carnival lasts almost for 10 days. It is a tribute to King Mahabali ...
Views: 2182 - Taking the Power Out: when you think what you have to say may be taken the wrong way - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2010 from James HendrixHave you ever tried to tell someone something that you knew they would be hurt by or take the wrong way? Of course you have, and so have I. Being misunderstood is a common pariah. We all hate it and yet we often can’t finish a sentence without the other person: falling apart, or jumping in, ...
Views: 2181(4 votes) - Navigating Family Dynamics During the Holiday Season and Beyond - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Lori RadunWith the holiday season fast approaching, time spent with family increases. Add this increased time with the addition of aunts, uncles, grandmas, grandpas and cousins, and you can have quite an interesting family dynamic. The more people you have involved in any one situation, the more effort ...
Views: 2180 - How to Get Through the Holidays Without Stress - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Gloria ArensonThe holiday season is upon us. Do you greet it with trepidation? Festivities bring us together with family. Are you dreading that experience because you have to act as if everything is peachy when it isn't because you are really having an awful time and can't wait to find an excuse to leave? In ...
Views: 2179(2 votes) - Why Holiday Traditions Might Be More Important Then You Think - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Dr. Michele BrennanHoliday traditions are essential, and there is a reason why we have kept them a part of our lives for so many centuries. Simply put it is because they add meaning to our lives, and help bond us to those we love. Last weekend I was watching Christmas Vacation (one of my guilty pleasures during ...
Views: 2179 - 5 Eye-Opening Tips To Assist You In Getting Rid of Clutter - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnI love watching the Olympics and the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver have been no exception. When one of the experienced cross country skiers fell and slipped into a ravine and hurt herself the commentator said he “just couldn’t write this stuff”. It was the first time I have ever seen such a fall. I ...
Views: 2178(2 votes) - Free Games For Kids - Fun Indoor Games And Activities - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2008 from Yogi ShindeHere are some fun and free games for kids, which is just what you need on a dull rainy day or on a lazy afternoon with your young one. Set a enthusiastic play area and get started with your young ones . Be it a simple board game or some good food cooking session or simply some good rainy day ...
Views: 2178 - ***5 Things Women Should Never Do on a First Date - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishFirst dates are both exhilarating and a bit frightening. And sometimes it’s hard to know the difference between these two feelings. No wonder — these emotions arouse virtually the same areas in the brain. Even more confusing, when you feel anxious, you often ...
Views: 2177 - Notice Your R(espect) Messages! - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2010 from Peter GerlachLiving things (like you) communicate instinctively and intentionally to reduce current discomforts ("needs"). The most poweful of six universal communication needs is to gain and keep *respect*. How would you define "respect" to an average 10-year old? As you know, there are two sources of ...
Views: 2174 - Seniors Learn To Clear Clutter and Downsize the Easy Way - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2010 from Marilyn BohnAre you thinking about downsizing to move to a smaller home? You can downsize even if you don’t plan on moving. Reducing the amount of possessions on a regular basis will help avoid the physical exertion and emotional trauma of doing it all at once. Are you living in a home that has become ...
Views: 2172(1 vote) - Best things a would be mother can do to nourish baby inside the womb - by Submitted on May 26, 2011 from Baby nologyWhen you gets positive result that you are pregnant, the news bring excitement and happiness in home .You should consult a doctor at first after the positive detection, regular doctor checkups is primarily important during pregnancy, Many things a would be mother should keep in mind during ...
Views: 2170 - Online Counseling as a Resource for Relationship Advice: The New Parent Case - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Dr. Joseph AbrahamThink about any parent that you know, including yourself, if it applies... You will most likely agry that when Jane and Mark brought home their precious newborn daughter from the hospital, they couldn’t have been happier. However, as the days wore on, they found themselves feeling isolated ...
Views: 2167 - 7 Fresh Tips For Deciding What To Keep And What To Toss - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2012 from Marilyn BohnIt can be hard to let go of things and get rid of clutter. Clutter becomes overwhelming when we hold on to things we don’t need or use. Here are 7simple tips to help you decide effortlessly what to let go and what to keep when organizing your home. Getting rid of clutter seems to be a hot ...
Views: 2166 - The origins with the Family Seal Ring - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Mark WhiteAre you aware that seal rings predate medieval times? A long time before coats of arms were in either personal or familial use, seal rings were being made and used across vast areas of Europe and also the Mediterranean. Since times of ancient Rome seal rings have already been used not merely to ...
Views: 2165 - Our Universal Family - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Jo-Anne CutlerFrom the generous outpouring of compassion and support for the people of Haiti to the theme of the top grossing Golden Globe best motion picture, Avatar, the message is clear – we are all connected as human beings – one universal family. The experience of profound devastation and continuous ...
Views: 2164(1 vote) - Tarot Card Meanings: Mother's Day Tarot Reflections - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Nikki HarrisThe Queen of Cups is perhaps the iconic Mother's Day tarot card. In its upright position, this card captures everything 'mothering' ought to be: sensitivity and patience; compassion and kindness. Those of us with mothers who personify the Queen of Cups are fortunate indeed. Of course, in ...
Views: 2164 - The Awful Truth About Television: Why kids NAG - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2006 from Katherine WestphalViewers log in 50,000 commercials per year Commercials are another significant problem with TV watching. Viewer’s pocketbooks are the primary victim. The average person who logs in 4½ hours of TV per day also tunes in to more than 50,000 commercials per year. Even if adults can resist the ...
Views: 2164 - Brighten Up Your Kids' Rooms with Camouflage Beddings - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from James KretzerDeveloping or renovating a home and wondering what style of beddings to buy in your children's rooms? For the young son who loves playing commando and imagining himself in combat, camo bedding is a ideal option. Beddings aided by the camouflage motif will help let your young lad drift away from ...
Views: 2163 - Is my partner an alcoholic? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from John McMahonAre you one of many people who live with someone who drinks heavily? Do you wonder whether your partner is an alcoholic. Well you are certainly not alone. For many people living with problem drinkers means agony and confusion wondering whether their partner is actually an alcoholic or whether ...
Views: 2160 - Celebrate Mardi Gras! Ideas To Create A Mardi Gras Party - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Carol EisemanCelebrate Mardi Gras! This history rich festival makes for the perfect mid-winter party! The dead of winter is upon us all here in the Northern states and it’s time to gather friends and family just in time to get everyone over the winter doldrums. Mardi Gras provides a fun and festive reason ...
Views: 2158(2 votes) - A Two-year Old Provides Us Metaphors to a Successful Life - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2009 from Glenda GibbsYesterday I shared my time with Benson, who is two. We were out doors where he has a big backyard to play in, a couple of Cocker Spaniels to play with – though he has little time for them as he’s more interested in duplicating his father’s actions. Benson grabbed my hand and led me to the ‘big ...
Views: 2154(1 vote) - My defining Moment - My Mother's death - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from venkat caDefining Moment Each one of us would have had one or more defining moments in our life. Defining moment can be explained as a very crucial moment which brings out the essential nature or character of a person For me the Defining moment of my life was My Mother’s Death in front of my ...
Views: 2153(1 vote) - Tap Water: The Safe and Healthy Choice - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Eric EcklHey Mom! Have you ever looked at all those bottles of water at the supermarket that are competing for your hard earned dollar and wondered how they got there? It wasn't that long ago that we all drank tapwater without a second thought. What's changed? Well, when it comes to the safety of ...
Views: 2147(4 votes) - What is the most Essential Factor for a Healthy Relationship? - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2010 from Greg BakerWhat would be the most important ingredient to any healthy, successful relationship? Would it be love? Trust? Attraction? Or something else? This article explains the one factor, the one ingredient that is required for any relationship to be healthy and successful. Sitting in front of my desk ...
Views: 2146 - ***5 Signs That He Might Be Cheating on You! - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2014 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishHere are some thoughts that might surprise you. There is not necessarily a type of person who cheats. Even nice people can be cheaters—and this concept can cloud your ability to see the signs that your partner is a cheater. How many times have you watched true crime ...
Views: 2145 - The ADHD-Friendly Recipe for Holiday Success - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Carol GignouxA holiday party is less than fun when you’re the one arriving late, or forgetting the gifts, or – worst of all – scrambling in the kitchen and wishing you had never volunteered to play host while hungry guests sit in the living room. As the nights grow frosty and the dreams of sugar plums ...
Views: 2142(1 vote) - Fun 4th of July Celebration Ideas - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Carol EisemanFourth of July is just around the corner, so light up the onset of summer with a great gathering. Start your plans now so that you can insure your guests will be available as that is always a busy holiday. You can print or buy invitations or save your money for fun party favors and games and ...
Views: 2140(3 votes) - The Healthy Joy of an Online Family Business - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from David AnthonyHaving had three natural and happy births (so far) and having set up house, organic garden and begun home schooling, my wife and I decided to turn our attention to a home based family business. Since I work from home and my wife is the primary carer, we needed something that would fit in to our ...
Views: 2136(1 vote) - Family Money Management And Stress Management With A Realistic Budget - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2011 from Rick CarterA major and consistent source of stress for most people is money. Well, actually the stress is caused by spending more money than they bring in or have. The answer to this is simple: spend less. Yeah, and the answer to losing weight is spend more calories than you eat. So let’s come up with ...
Views: 2132 - Are you a CAVE Dweller? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonThere was an extended period of time in my life where I was a CAVE dweller. We all know people that are. CAVE is an acronym for Citizens Against Virtually Everything. CAVE dwellers are the people that look at life as a glass that is half full and complain about it. They complain loudly about ...
Views: 2130(1 vote) - Like Grandfather Like Grandson - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2010 from Ellen WilliamsBelieve it or not, mingled in with all the tech toys and gadgets in my house there actually resides a deck of playing cards. I always enjoyed playing card games as a kid and now I have fun playing with my kids. One of my favorite games is cribbage. My father and I spent countless hours ...
Views: 2128 - Transforming Childhood - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from Larry CraneFor many of us, the coping skills we are currently using as adults are based on the skills we learned from our parents, family members, and other adults when we were children. And, the manner to which our parents learned to cope is based primarily on their lives with their parents. As ...
Views: 2128(2 votes) - The Narcissistic Mothers Accomplice - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2015 from Randi FineWhen Children Don’t Stand a Chance Narcissistic mothers do not have children for the right reasons. They are not nurturers. They have no maternal instincts or genuine love to give. To the narcissistic mother, children represent a captive narcissistic supply. Because a young child’s very ...
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