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- FOLLOW THE QUESTION INWARD by Parisha Taylor - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Parisha taylor“……. When man is strong enough to truly look at himself objectively, he will find it happened when he was totally involved in service to others. This is when we remember and the question is answered of who and what we are. Then and only then, can we see clearly and know Great Spirit. This is ...
Views: 2146(2 votes) - Saying "I'm Sorry" - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Royane RealIn every relationship there will be occasional misunderstandings and hurt feelings. Sometimes we are the one who hurt another person we care about; sometimes we are the one who has been hurt. Hurt feelings will occur in friendships, in intimate relationships, and even between two ...
Views: 2146(2 votes) - Personalized Sympathy Gifts Show Special Thoughtfulness - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2010 from Karen E GrishamUnique personalized sympathy gifts express timely thoughtfulness to a bereaved person. They become treasured mementos of the life of a loved one who has passed on. There are a number of ways to personalize a gift. You can incorporate a photo, have an item engraved, or use a particularly ...
Views: 2143(2 votes) - He’s Either Attracted… Or He’s Not - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Kara OhA man is attracted right away, or he's not. They are way more visual that we want to admit. Women often tell me they think a man will 'become' attracted after he gets to know them. It doesn't work that way. That's how women often fall in love. We might be attracted initially, but then he does ...
Views: 2142(5 votes) - Dr. Romance Happiness Tip: The Magic of Reassurance - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: There are a few simple communication techniques that work like magic in relationships, whether with committed partners, friends, co-workers or relatives. One of the most effective is reassurance, which is simple to do , and calms both of you down, which allows your ...
Views: 2141(1 vote) - Spiritual Crisis: How to Stop Gun Violence - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Stephanie MannAmericans hear tragic stories every day involving guns! However, we must discuss community change if we are going to stop violent behavior! Government, police, schools and nonprofit groups work to reduce violence with educational programs on child abuse, bullying, drug abuse, domestic violence ...
Views: 2140 - Healing Power of Friendship - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Maureen Brennan MercierHealing power of friendship is what I am so grateful for. Friends are one of the most powerful assets a human being could have. Life is challenging on this planet. With loving friends who have our back we know that we are not alone in the world. With the healing power of friendship we have ...
Views: 2139 - Solitude as a Rational Choice - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2013 from Sam Vaknin“Purebred” schizoids shrug off their disorder: they simply don’t like being around people and they resent the pathologizing of their lifestyle “choice” to remain aloof and alone. They consider the diagnosis of Schizoid Personality Disorder to be spurious, a mere reflection of current social ...
Views: 2139 - 3 Steps For Getting Through Hard Times - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Kara OhWe all go through difficulties now and then. The tricky part is not getting stuck thinking it will not improve. Here are some steps you can take to help yourself not only get past the hard times, but actually learn and improve because of them. 1.Get a journal just for this event. Write ...
Views: 2138(2 votes) - Know When to Fold 'Em - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Dan L. HaysWritten April 12, 1990 How do you know when it's time to say goodbye? To move on? To go separate ways? There comes a point for many people, whether it's with the true love of your life, the gang at church, your oldest friend, or a group you used to hang with, when something is just not the ...
Views: 2133(2 votes) - Are you Wearing a Porcupine Suit? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2013 from Merna Throne, M.S.Interesting title huh? I bet you cannot wait for me to talk about his topic, as I believe it affects many of us. Actually, I know it does from my years of coaching and helping people take off this painful suit so they start feeling love again. Have you ever found yourself saying that no one ...
Views: 2132(1 vote) - The Ugly Truth About Your Awkwardness and What To Do About It - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Chris ChandraYeaaah.. Awkwardness sucks. You know that moment when you realize you slipped up and said or did something wrong...and that feeling of dread comes over you? Or you know you’re supposed to say something in a group but you can’t get yourself to do it...and you know others take notice of ...
Views: 2126 - Dear Dr. Romance: We just had a small fight, but she doesn't want to talk - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2014 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: My best friend isn't talkin with me since 2 months now. I'm frustrated. We are best friends since 3 yrs now. In feb suddenly she stopped talking. We just had a small fight as in regular nothing serious. When i asked she said she doesnt want to talk anything for ...
Views: 2123 - Universal Attractive Vibes - Having Positive Intentions. - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Steven BurnsWhen you are with someone you can sense whether or not their intentions are positive. Whether their focus is on adding value to your life or taking it away like some social leach. As the world famous personal development speaker Tony Robbins says, there’s two ways to have the tallest ...
Views: 2118 - Alone: Who are You? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Kim OlverRelationships generally begin when both people are in the “Alone Stage,” although I am aware that often affairs begin when one or both partners are involved with someone else. It is my contention that relationships have a greater chance of success when both parties have spent some time alone and ...
Views: 2105 - Did Valentine's Day Make You Feel Happy or Sad? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Niki CleggValentine's Day has been, gone and the shops are getting rid of all the hearts and special love offers. It is just one day for everyone in love to proclaim their love. To be fair this can and should be done every day of the year. Is it vital you get flowers, chocolates or anything else that says ...
Views: 2102(2 votes) - Trying Too Hard - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Sean SeepersadOne of the big surprises that happened when I conducted a loneliness intervention program was that lonely people weren’t just your shy, withdrawn, wallflower type, but that lonely people can also be quite outgoing, extroverted, and friendly. Usually the shy, introverted ones feel like the ...
Views: 2097 - Improve Your Conversational Skills - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Royane RealAre you one of those people who finds it difficult to start up a conversation with somebody new, or someone you barely know? This is a very common problem. Most of us find it a little bit challenging to start conversations with strangers. When we first meet someone, we don’t know much ...
Views: 2094(1 vote) - The Role of Social Support in Longevity and Disease Recovery - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Michael LocklearThe support of friends, family, and our community has been shown to extend our lives, lower our risk of infection, and help us recover from conditions such as heart disease and high blood pressure more quickly and effectively. A study conducted in 2001 by Beverly H. Brummett, Ph.D. and ...
Views: 2086 - Someone to Care for Me - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Debbie UntermanThings used to be simple when you had a question about your health. If you weren’t feeling well you called your family doctor. You may be old enough to remember when he would then make a house call with his doctor’s bag right to your home to check on you. When I had my appendicitis attack in ...
Views: 2084(1 vote) - Human Contact: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Fear Human Contact? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some needs that human beings will need to have fulfilled in order to survive, there are other needs that can go unfulfilled without leading to someone’s death. This is not to say that it won’t have an effect on someone’s wellbeing though. For example: if one doesn’t receive ...
Views: 2080 - The Yin and Yang of Solitude and Intimacy: - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2011 from Carrie DinowLike the tides which ebb and flow on the shore, the cycles of intimacy and solitude drift in and out of my life. I have been living in the absence of intimacy since writing my last blog, The Love Doves. I can honestly say that I enjoy life so much more when the experience of intimacy is ...
Views: 2080 - Dear Dr. Romance: Why Does He Want a Relationship? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: I met this guy through a phone call, but he contacted or got my profile through a friend of mine and he is satisfied through that, and he is convinced that he could have a relationship with me, he needs my affection, fear of God, caring, true feeling of sharing, happiness, ...
Views: 2073 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Shame Others For Being Vulnerable? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhile there are some people who embrace their inherent vulnerability, there are others who do everything they can to come across as invulnerable. This is not to say that these are the only options available, as there are likely to be people who alternate between the two. There will then be ...
Views: 2072 - Importance of Friendship in Our Life & Ideas about Best Friend Gifts - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2016 from Anamika DaniNo one person can live in isolation. We all need others to survive, to thrive and to have a happy living. It is this co-existence with our fellow beings that leads to relationships. Sometimes happy, sometimes not. But it is those happy relations that we share with other humans that are called ...
Views: 2071(1 vote) - Enjoy messaging with Free SMS Service! - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from john davidYouMint.com is a venture by Mobile tree. YouMint is no second to any other Sms sending portals all throughout the mobile industry. YouMint has a database of 6.5 million users which makes use of the free sms service religiously. YouMint cater to all individual needs relating to the mobile ...
Views: 2065 - Have You Ever Asked, “Why Don’t Others Ever Appreciate What I Do For Them?” - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Randi FineMany of us do not understand the importance of having emotional “boundaries” in our interpersonal relationships. Many of us do not even understand what the term “boundaries” means in that context. And many of us do not even know whether the emotional boundaries in our life are healthy or not. ...
Views: 2061(1 vote) - Helping the "Helpless" - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThis article is a response to a question posted on Intent.com, "How do We Help the Helpless?" Since I work with homeless families in a homeless shelter everyday, this question raised strong emotions for me. The word "helpless" hit me right between the eyes. Why? I don't know if it is our ...
Views: 2059(2 votes) - Dr. Romance's Happiness Tip: Alone on Valentine's Day? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Tina TessinaValentine's Day gets a lot of media attention, and it can be hard to avoid. When you don't have a special someone to spend it with, or worse yet, you've just lost a relationship, it can be brutal. If you're alone, it's important to take good care of yourself. Gather your best friends around you ...
Views: 2058(2 votes) - The Myth of Perfection & the Power of Flaws. - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Steven BurnsThere is often the misconception that to be effective in the world you have to appear like some slick, good looking, fast talking salesperson who projects a vibe of success and perfection in everything they do. You'll be pleased to know (unless of course you are some slick, fast talking ...
Views: 2049(2 votes) - Emotional Keys to Overcoming Loneliness: Tips to Help Beat Holiday Loneliness and Stress - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2019 from Dr. Bradley NelsonIn a recent AARP survey, 31 percent of respondents said they had felt lonely during the holiday season sometime during the past five years, and 41 percent reported they had worried about a family member or friend feeling lonely during the holidays. Feelings of isolation and loneliness are a ...
Views: 2048 - Relationships: Is Your Inability To Listen Damaging Your Relationships? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone was to go and watch a film, not only would they watch the screen, they would also pay attention to what is being said. On one hand, they will have paid to watch it, and on the other hand, it will be something they want to see. No Consequences However, if they were to take ...
Views: 2046 - Social Anxiety - Learning to Cope with the Effects - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Scott BaxterSocial anxiety is a form of anxiety that may leave someone inept to socialize within the public. This may occur for a variety of reasons, but understanding what it is and how it effects you, will in-time give you the ability to overcome it. This article explains what social anxiety is, how it ...
Views: 2045 - Relationships: Is Feeling Safe An Important Part Of Forming An Emotional Connection? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIf human beings were inherently independent, it wouldn’t matter if someone didn't have relationships with other people; as they would be able to just carry on with their life. But as human beings and everything else on this planet is interdependent, it means that relationships play a vital part ...
Views: 2042 - Relationships: Can Vulnerability Lead To Deeper Relationships? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperOne of the greatest human needs is to feel connected to others and this can relate to an intimate relationship with the opposite sex or the same, depending on one’s sexual preference and to family and friends. To share who one is and to be involved in the sharing of another, plays a vital role ...
Views: 2041 - Best Friends Forever - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2013 from Robin RobertsSo many people struggle with life challenges because they do not know how to be their own best friend. We are all good at being there for others with encouraging words of support and love but rarely are we capable of extending these things to ourselves. In fact we are often our own worst enemy, ...
Views: 2029 - Few funny life quotes to live by - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2012 from Paulius GregorjanasI would like to write and comment on a few funny life quotes and sayings from this hub that made quite a deep impact on my life and work. I am convinced that every dream come true, every deed begins from a single idea – hereby I present few brilliant ones to inspire some and to warn others. ...
Views: 2025(4 votes) - Sacred Feminine Soul Sisters - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Maureen Brennan MercierSacred Feminine Soul Sisters are those female friends who see us, love and accept us for who we are. They are our people who we can relax and be ourselves with. Our sisters do not judge us. Nurturing and healing our hearts are what our Sacred Feminine Soul Sisters do with ease when we are ...
Views: 2025 - 10 Ways to Enjoy Being Alone while traveling - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Liz Wright"Some days, you'll play lonely games too, games you can't win cause you'll play against you." One of my favorite authors growing up was Dr. Seuss. I loved the rhymes, the silly names and characters, and with a little deeper thinking, the morals and lessons he would weave into his stories. ...
Views: 2022 - Friends to the Rescue - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2008 from Andrea PenningtonFriendships can prolong and enhance our quality of life; for more reasons than you think. For one, studies show that the bond between humans can be effective medicine to help heal a broken heart – literally. Researchers discovered that recovery from heart surgery is improved when social support ...
Views: 2022 - Healthy Emotional Boundaries: Your Value Systems In Action - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Veronica Burgess“Setting limits is a way of defining who you are and what you’re all about, what you will do and what you won’t; what’s acceptable to you and what’s not”. —Laura Stack— Many people have seen and understand a no trespassing sign posted on private property. And if you were to cross the line, ...
Views: 2019(1 vote) - We and Me - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2012 from Pam GuthrieWe and Me How do your relationships support you? They all do, one way or another. Some of our relationships support us with kindness and comfort. Some of our relationships support us with meaningful tasks and cash rewards. Some of our relationships support us with challenges and ...
Views: 2016(2 votes) - 3 Ways to Get Your Emotional Needs Met When You Live Far From Home - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2011 from Brenda TrottLiving far from home creates a void that can sometimes be difficult to ignore. Here are some ways to meet your emotional needs without the benefit of being close to home. Volunteer: Holidays can be a trying time when you are far from your family. It also gives your children a great ...
Views: 2011 - Ways of Meeting New People in School - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuWhen you’re in school, there are lots of opportunities to meet new people and make friends. You just need to know what these opportunities are and how to use them. The best thing about school is that it’s a social environment. It may have the primary purpose of educating young individuals, ...
Views: 2010(1 vote) - Improve Your Lifestyle and Social Life by Becoming Your Own Self - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Januar AmbertoTo have a lifestyle that matches to your niche, you have to live with the wishes or desires that arise from inside of your own self. There are many people who run her life by imitating others lifestyle, want to fulfill others wishes, or also want to be like everyone else. For these things, they ...
Views: 2009(4 votes) - Why Comparison May Be Destroying Us - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2016 from Homaira KabirDespite the freedom that’s come with claiming our rightful place in society, we women have become enslaved by a different form of captivity. We’ve become slaves of our own minds. And here’s the reason why. As we fought for all the roles that men had harbored, we got used to comparing ...
Views: 2008 - Having a Bad Day? Try a Little Perspective - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Sara DillingerSomewhere in the dim reaches of my Baby Boomer memory I have a vague memory of a comedian whose gag line was, “I shoulda stood in bed.” I found myself repeating that line to myself – though I used the more grammatical but less funny version – this morning. I should have stayed in ...
Views: 2002 - Dear Dr. Romance: I Do My Best to Stay in My Loving Heart - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: Quite honestly, all the info in "Lighten Up - Cures for Marital Boredom" is great. But if your list of reccomendations were a test, we have failed everyone or most of them. I am walking lightly around here, just knowing, somehow, somewhere in time, we will find our way back ...
Views: 1995(1 vote) - Are You Free to Love? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Christine AryloMany of us say that we want love We spend tons of energy Sometimes even money On trying to find it But then I wonder Are we really open to receiving it Once it shows up on our doorstep Or do we actually shut the door On the very thing we want most Does your heart open wide when ...
Views: 1992(1 vote) - Can Your Friends or Lovers Trust You? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Royane RealOne of the most common reasons that friendships and romantic relationships break up is because one of the people involved in the relationship or friendship decides he or she really cannot trust the other person. It may be that the other person has let them down too many times, or has been ...
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