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- Eating Disorders and their Causes - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2006 from Anne WolskiEating disorders have become a major health problem in recent years and, according to the health professionals, they are caused by many different factors. Every person with an eating disorder will be affected by these different factors in their own way. These include social and cultural factors, ...
Views: 3236 - Lonely Nights Because Your Man Is Away? Try The Boyfriend Body Pillow - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2007 from John PeresNowadays, more and more women must face the nights in loneliness because of various reasons at certain point of their lives. Well it does not matter what the exact reason may be, but all lonely women’ve got something in common: they want the warm contact of a man’s torso. This ...
Views: 3235 - 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: 3235 - Aren’t Gardens And Relationships The Same? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2009 from Dan OhlerYahoo, it’s spring! It’s a great time to focus on the garden – and relationships. They are the same, aren’t they? Imagine this… As the grass began to grow, I knew it was time to connect with nature and get our garden ready for another productive year. It was fun to work in the garden ...
Views: 3219(3 votes) - How to Change 5 Dysfunctional Family Rules to Functional Family Rules - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Karla DowningHow do you change 5 dysfunctional family rules to functional family rules? You simply do and encourage the opposite of the dysfunctional rules. Instead of Don't talk. Don't trust. Don't feel, and Don't be selfish, you Talk, Trust, Feel, Take Care of Yourself, and Rock the Boat. Talk. Be ...
Views: 3217 - When Families Divide, Is It Political? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Sarah RuizI noticed today that families that are divided pose some remarkable parallels to a much larger divide; the political divide between Republicans and Democrats in our American society that bare some of the same characteristics as the way the nation is divided. There are key foundations that are ...
Views: 3217 - CHRISTIAN PARENTS SHOULD LEAD BY EXAMPLE - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2012 from Robert CrutchfieldI was attending a men's bible study class years ago when I said one of the most insightful things I have probably ever said. We were discussing parenthood when I remarked that parenthood was a big game of monkey see, monkey do. There erupted quite a conversation among the fathers in the group ...
Views: 3215(2 votes) - Dr. Romance Video: On Having a New Baby When You Have Stepchildren - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Tina Tessina(To view the video, go here: http://youtu.be/OlC24alx1Gs.) You and your new spouse are over the moon about having a baby, but the children from your previous marriage are acting strange and upset or distant. What's wrong, and how do you fix it? Tina B. Tessina, PhD, "Dr. Romance" licensed ...
Views: 3213(2 votes) - The Four Seasons of Life, The Four Seasons of Love - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Razan Z. KilaniThe Four Seasons of Life, The Four Seasons of Love Often times in conversations with friends or clients, I have used the analogy of the four seasons to assimilate the happenings of daily life and relationship challenges that happened in my as well as their lives. It is a positive thinking ...
Views: 3208(1 vote) - A Good Mother Loves Her Children Unconditionally, No Matter What. - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Sam VakninBut what about narcissistic or psychopathic children, children suffering from conduct disorder, or oppositional defiant disorder)? Donovan, 16 years old, is incapable of loving and, therefore, has never loved you, his mother (or, for that matter, anyone else, himself included) in his entire ...
Views: 3207 - How to *Successfully* handle Extended Family Relationships during the Holiday Season - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Rabbi Shlomo SlatkinWith summer vacation recently over and the Fall holidays just beginning, there may be more family time than you can handle! Along with lots of family time can come conflict. Whether you and your spouse disagree as to how to deal with the in-laws or whether you are having an issue with a ...
Views: 3206(1 vote) - Children Are Not Pawns in Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from PD RiversChildren Are Not Pawns Has your significant other become “de trop” (as the French like to say)? Has he or she gone outside of your relationship for anything other than a casual friendship? Have you cause to re-examine your relationship? All too often we allow ...
Views: 3197(2 votes) - The Enchanted Illustrated Letters From Sir Henry Thornhill (Kaka) - by There is a new English site with the largest collection of illustrated correspondence in the world. www.ultimategrandparent.com is a touching story of a grandfather’s unique way of creating a loving relationship with his grandchildren, who early last century, by a twist of fate, had moved across ...
Views: 3196 - Family Lies; the Binding Ties - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from PD RiversDr. John Bradshaw has written many books about families and relationships but the best of those books was about family secrets. Family secrets can destroy you. It does not matter why they have been kept; they will eventually come back to smack you in the face. Take, for instance, the story of ...
Views: 3194(3 votes) - ***Expert Q&A: How to Recover from a Bad Mood - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishIn a column about relationships, it's easy to overlook that the number one person you must always relate to is yourself. Yet, sometimes, when circumstances make us veer off our usual course, we get irritable, pessimistic and just plain old down in the dumps. Here are some tips to help you ...
Views: 3187(2 votes) - Disentangling The Cords Of Attachment - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Deborah MaragopoulosDriving back home on Southern California freeways crowded with tourists taking advantage of the last glorious summer weekend…an ache in my breast, a dark shadow where the sun once shone, an eclipse in my existence…I left my daughter, my sunshine, at the university in San Diego. How ...
Views: 3184 - When love comes together – the love of son, daughter-in-law and mother - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieA touching true story of love I would like to share a true story about my mother. ENGLISH DOWRY We are one of the rare English families to get a daughter-in-law with a dowry. WE ARE NOT AMUSED Brother number 1 wanted to marry a Gujarati girl but her family were not ...
Views: 3178 - I need a spell caster to bring my ex back - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from Thomas KucharskiHave you ever thought about hiring a spell caster? Many people opt for this step when they lose their beloved one. Is this your case? If you are interested in magic, you might hire a spell caster to solve this problem. In this article we are going to talk about spell caster that could help you ...
Views: 3177 - Nursing Homes and the Emotional Abuse of the Elderly - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from William HayesNursing Homes and the Emotional Abuse of the Elderly Nursing homes are not all sipping lemonade and playing backgammon. There are a lot of serious medical and emotional issues to deal with in order to run a successful home. Nurses and administrators have the task of being mindful at all times ...
Views: 3165 - A Dysfunctionally Functioning Family - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Sarah RuizI know I am not alone when I say that I have a dysfunctionally functioning family. Based on all the research I have done, and people I have spoken to, it is more common to have a dysfunctionally functional family rather than one that is “healthy.” When speaking to most people they were ...
Views: 3163(2 votes) - L.F.G. – This Acronym is the Secret for Success in Anything - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Matthew TooneWhat does L.F.G. stand for, and what is the story behind this acronym? Would you believe me if I told you that understanding and applying the principles of this acronym would ensure your success in anything in life? In early 2008, I started a real estate investing business. In the process of ...
Views: 3163(2 votes) - The family is one of nature’s masterpieces. - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriFAMILY 1) A family is like fudge-- basically sweet, with a few nuts. 2) Family business is tough business. 3) Speaking the right words at the wrong time can be the wrong thing to do. 4) It’s strange that some people do not realize that going the extra mile puts them ahead. 5) All the money ...
Views: 3160 - And Even Now (a poem) - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2009 from TJ DanielsIf I were going to write a poem about a loved one that had passed, I believe I would write these words. "AND EVEN NOW" Whenever missing you gets the best of me I take out the photo album. As I turn the pages the photos remind me of all the love and memories we shared. The picture of the ...
Views: 3155(1 vote) - Double Benefits from Educational Toys - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2005 from michael kirtleyHere are some carefully selected fun toys to help in the learning and spatial development for children of all ages. These educational toys are particularly effective for spatial development, imaginative play, cognitive skill and motor development; plus and most importantly, they are all lots of ...
Views: 3148 - ***Happy Family Research: Grieving Loss Of A Parent*** - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishWe expect to outlive our parents, but we still struggle with grief. Take this quiz to learn about dealing with the loss of a parent. Put an “x” next to one answer for each question. 1. Losing a parent suddenly is worse than losing a parent after a long illness. __Strongly Agree ...
Views: 3143 - If You Are Struggling To Pay Bills, Help Has Arrived - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Lynn ClarkeAre you ignoring phone calls from creditors and dreading the thought of being late on another mortgage payment possibly leading to foreclosure? Does it surprise you to know that struggling to pay bills contributes to 90 % of divorced couples? Are you providing your children the life you want for ...
Views: 3126 - Naming Your Baby: 5 Helpful Tips for Personalising Your Baby Naming Ceremony - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2007 from Helen RankinBaby naming ceremonies, in one form or another, have a history practically as old as man. What is new are the original ideas new parents keep coming up with for the traditional baby naming ceremony. Naming ceremonies are fulfilling and meaningful experiences to name and welcome a new baby. ...
Views: 3116 - Irish Traditions And Cultural Heritage, Reflected In Irish Collectibles. - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from diane hammentsIreland is an island country, strongly steeped in ancient Gaelic and Celtic traditions, that is home to a passionate and proud people Probably no other nationality has a stronger sense of their national and cultural heritage than the Irish. And probably no other nationality can lay as a strong ...
Views: 3100 - Getting to Know Three Aero Bed Air Mattress Makes - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2008 from Trevor PriceThe Aero Air Bed mattress is made for occasional use, making it a great bed for use in the guest room, on your next camping trip, or travel trips that call for a portable sleeping surface. In addition to being portable, the beds are made to be durable, compact and strong. So, if you're ...
Views: 3091 - Suffocation or Existence - Surviving a Narcissistic Mother - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Shavasti .Suffocation or Existence When a child is asked to fulfil the needs of a parent, especially its mother, then it faces one of the biggest dilemmas that can continue well into adulthood and later years. If at a young age we exist to fulfil the needs of our mother then the main way in which ...
Views: 3085 - Creating New Family Traditions - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Kathleen SpringWhether you are a family, a couple or an individual, having family traditions are important to your health and provide a certain feeling of security. And, they can be great fun, too! There is a well-known much-loved movie and play called “Fiddler on the Roof.” It is the story of hard-working ...
Views: 3083(3 votes) - Do You Believe Men Should Cry? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from Faith Restoration MinistriesI have been thinking of late about a fallacy that men ought not to cry. What do you think? I call this idea a fallacy because when a father or another male instructs his son or friend that men should not cry, it cannot be real and such instruction is dangerous. Emotions are not given only to ...
Views: 3081 - Time Management Tips for Kids - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Marc KornWhat can I do today to be better prepared ? Whether you are a student in Middle School, High School or College, you need good Time Management skills to succeed. If you have solid skills and you start at a young age, you will be well served as you become older and enter the work force. Start ...
Views: 3081 - Relationship Goals - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Sharon GreenspanGoals often fall into one of two camps – they focus on doing something or they focus on changing feelings. We might not exactly recognize it as such and often times we don’t word the goals in a productive manner. This prevents us from changing the parts we have control over and not wasting ...
Views: 3073(1 vote) - Is Your Child a Potential Movie Star? How to Tell - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2007 from Dr. Kathy Joyce AbbottWe asked Hollywood insider Dr. Kathy Joyce Abbott, besides talent, what does a child need to succeed in Hollywood? Dr. Kathy is a studio teacher who works only with show business kids, and she gave us the straight scoop. She said, “The kids – that’s what producers and directors call them – need ...
Views: 3070 - Four Steps to Improve Communication with Your Family - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesCommunication is one of the most important aspects of our lives that, ironically, many of us pay the least attention to. Regretfully, the main reason is that many of us have never been taught how to communicate in a way that benefits us and the person we are communicating with. From the moment ...
Views: 3059(2 votes) - 7 Things Only Indian Brothers and Sisters Can Relate To - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2017 from Shashank SinhaBrothers and sisters share a unique bond. They are each other’s number one foe but at the same time, the love between them is infinite and inexplicable. The fights, the everyday drama, the teasing become a mission of life and that is the beauty of the relationship. This Rakshabandhan, ...
Views: 3051 - 10 Reasons to Have a Family Mealtime More Often - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Alicia BowyerWhen was the last time you had a family mealtime together? I don't mean sitting in the car munching on burgers from the drive-through. I mean sitting down at the table and sharing a home-cooked meal. If you can't remember when you last enjoyed a family mealtime, make plans to have them more ...
Views: 3041(1 vote) - Kids101: Is Playing outside unsupervised safe? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Aidan MitchelNowadays, with more and more children involved in accidents and traumatic injuries or life-threatening incidents, parents are wondering if is it safe to let the kids play outside without supervision. Even authorities are worried of children doing unsupervised outdoor plays, as posted by a ...
Views: 3040 - Respect Your Elders - If You Have Them - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Team AfroI was having a conversation with my mother the other day about some material I was writing in the food section of the survival guide. The topic was grocery shopping, and I was explaining about the articles I had written related to saving money on groceries and how to feed your family on a ...
Views: 3040 - 4 Clear and Refreshing Ideas For Stress Free Mornings - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2012 from Marilyn BohnDo you dread mornings and feel like you always have to walk on eggshells because you are stressed to the max before you ever leave home in the mornings? Do you feel like a failure as a mother because your kids leave home without a good breakfast or lunch and everyone is fighting? Here are 4 ...
Views: 3035 - Family co-dependency: the difference between supporting and rescuing a loved one - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2014 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondTrudy a twenty-nine year old local newspaper reporter and Max a thirty-three year old limousine company owner had endless fights about who was doing the lion’s share of parenting their two children. They argued about what to do, how to do it, when to do it and who should take the blame when ...
Views: 3020 - ***Happy Family Research: Grieving Loss Of A Husband*** - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishDivorce and death of a husband is a top life stressor. Learn about this grief from the following quiz. Choose one answer that best describes your belief. 1. Jennifer and her husband divorced after one year. Five months later, Jennifer has gone out on three casual dates. ___A. She was only ...
Views: 3014(1 vote) - Stepmoms: Act As If You Are Mom - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Lisa Perry“You’re not my mom!” Have you ever heard that one?? While my kids may not have said those words exactly, the message was there in other things they said or in ways they acted. When my husband, Tom and I first married, we were really conscientious of reinforcing with them that I was not ...
Views: 3009 - Social Allergies - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Gerald Anthony“Ah-choo!” Springtime allergies begin to surface as the temperature becomes not just warm, but hot. We walk around for a period of time with itchy throats, red eyes, skin irritations and various other symptoms. In our relationships with others, we also may find that there are certain ...
Views: 3007(1 vote) - Book Review: His Needs, Her Needs - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeHis Needs, Her Needs: Building an Affair-Proof Marriage – Fifteenth Anniversary Edition (2001) by Willard F. Harley, Jr. Most of us are probably familiar with ‘The Five Languages of Love’ by Gary Chapman. These “Five Love Languages” have been useful in helping people speak and understand ...
Views: 3002 - 3 Funny Wedding Vows Ideas - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Ladan LashkariLooking for funny wedding vows ideas? Who said wedding vows are supposed to be serious and traditional? You can be unique and modern by choosing a funny humorous vow to stand out and make your wedding more memorable. You know how many people choose the same old ordinary vows ...
Views: 2993 - How to Develop Intrinsic Motivation - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Elisa FerriggiUnderstanding reinforcement is an important part of life, we use it many areas - for example we go to work for job satisfaction and a paycheck! We exercise for better health and bodies. It is important that children understand this concept in early childhood and this can help them be invested ...
Views: 2992 - Baby Proofing your Home - Baby Safety Tips for Effective Babyproofing - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Natisha ByrnUnfortunately, a lot more than four million children finish up in the er every year due to home accidents. Fortunately 90% of those accidents might have been avoided. Nevertheless there is no alternative to vigilant supervision, proactive childproofing can go along way towards preventing ...
Views: 2983 - A Deeper Look at Mariska Hargitay’s Five Life Principles - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainThe Magazine was Published in the Fall of 2010. I Reviewed the Article in the Fall of 2010. My “Good Housekeeping” magazine came the other day and I’ve finally had time to sit down and go through it. It’s a magazine with a long, great history and it has done well evolving through its ...
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