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- Sex and Funerals - What's the Difference? - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from ruth davisWe are encouraged to talk about sex with our kids, to educate them, to take the mystery out of it, to prepare them so that when they are faced with a choice, they can make sound and educated decisions. Years ago it was taboo to talk about sex. But we see how important it is. So why is ...
Views: 812 - Sexual Abuse, Marriage and Parenting - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2017 from Gary DirenfeldWhen we talk about sexual abuse, we differentiate between intra-familial (from within the family) and extra-familial (from outside the family). When from within, it teaches the target of abuse to not trust people who are closest to them. When from outside the family, it teaches the target of ...
Views: 1340 - Sexual Harassment Is Mostly Male Stupidity; Finding Love Mostly Female Misunderstanding - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2018 from Richard RuhlingThis is an over-simplification, but men tend play at love to get sex; women play at sex to get love. When the game is over, both parties lose, but women lose more. Women often invite harrassment by dressing immodestly. Sexual harrassment is sad news daily. Dating problems don’t have to be so ...
Views: 1031 - Sexual Wellness As a Path to Freedom - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Betty LouiseSexual Wellness as a Path to Freedom My hope is that this phrase will make you stop and think. Hmmm...how is this possible? How does a healthy sex life give you a feeling of freedom? First of all, let's define what is meant by sexual wellness or healthy sex. Sexual wellness is a ...
Views: 2971 - Shame vs. Guilt - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2011 from Rachel GrantRecently, I wrote about how we each take on ways of being, which become a way of engaging, showing up, or behaving in the world and relationships. Two very specific ways of being I’d like to talk about today are “the guilty one” and “the shameful one”. SHAME “Shame is the feeling of ...
Views: 1035 - Sharad Purnima - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2011 from tannu aggarwalPurnima of Ashwin Shukla Paksha is called Sharad Purnima. In the year 2011, Sharad Purnima will be on 11th October. It is also known as Kojagiri and Ras Purnima Fast. This day, moon and Satya God is worshipped. Fast is observed and story is heard, on Purnima. It is noted, the ritual performed on ...
Views: 2870 - Share With Caution - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Frances LucasMost of us were taught as children to share. We were taught to share our toys or whatever we had when others were in need. We were taught to share with our friends and with those less fortunate than we were. Often we were rewarded if we shared. Many times when we shared we felt good about what ...
Views: 1122 - Shedding Negativity - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Tanya Ragbeer“Life is one big road with lots of signs. So when you’re riding through the ruts, don’t you complicate your mind. Flee from hate, mischief and jealousy. Don’t bury your thoughts, put your vision to reality. Wake Up and Live!” ~ Bob Marley “Blame no one. Forgive yourself and others. ...
Views: 1633 - Sheet Metal Enclosure Buying Guide - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2023 from Sophia leeSheet metal enclosures are crucial to electrical components housed in hazardous environments. They protect from harsh weather, dust, corrosion, and theft, so they must be well-made, durable, and perfect for your application. Despite their simple appearance, each enclosure is usually built ...
Views: 390 - Shielded Cable - by Submitted on May 12, 2018 from Irena Voitsehovskaya\The Importance Using A Shielded Cable In today's day and age, we depend on electronic devices so that we can better perform our various functions. However, we often neglect to think about the various cords and cables that they have. Understanding the different types of electronic cables, ...
Views: 714 - Shimla - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2018 from aarti sharmaMY FAVOURITE PLACE IS SHIMLA BECAUSE IT IS VERY BEAUTIFUL CITY , IT IS SURROUNDED BY MOUNTAINS AND HILLS. SHIMLA IS A CAPITAL OF HIMACHAL PRADESH AND SHIMLA IS ALSO THE SUMMER CAPITAL OF BRITISH INDIA. HIMACHAL IS ONE OF THE MOST SAFEST PLACE FOR TRAVELLERS IN INDIA WHICH HAS FAMOUS PLACES FOR ...
Views: 881 - Shimla and Kodaikanal Tourism with Exclusive Tour Packages - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Rachit SinghIndia is endowed with number of beautiful hill stations to attract tourists from all across the globe. The hill stations are in northern part and southern part of the country. Shimla is the most famous hill station in northern part and Kodaikanal and Munnar in southern part. Shimla is the hill ...
Views: 505 - Shine Bright with a Personalized Silver Name Necklace - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2024 from Shishir Del RioHey there, jewelry lovers! Are you ready to add a touch of personalized elegance to your collection? Look no further than the timeless beauty of a Silver Name Necklace. These versatile pieces are not just stylish accessories, but also meaningful keepsakes that can be cherished for years to come. ...
Views: 372 - Shivangi Pathak First Indian Mountaineer - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2020 from Anu BhardwajAn Indian mountaineer, hailing from Hisar, Haryana, Shivangi Pathak is India's youngest mountaineer to have climbed Mt. Everest from the Nepal side. The year 2018 had seen two of the bravest feats of this young girl, making her a very famous sports personality of India. In May 2018, she climbed ...
Views: 842 - Shop Safe: How to Make Your Next Trip to the Market Less Hazardous - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Rachelle WilberGoing to the market for groceries, pet supplies and toiletries is a basic activity everyone has to do about once per week. What seems like a simple grocery run could result in a personal injury. These tips will help you to reduce your risk of an injury or harm when going on a routine trip to the ...
Views: 724 - Short Term Loans and How They Work - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2020 from Mousumi ChangWhen most maximum people remember about loans, they think about long-term loans such as mortgages and automotive financing that are designed to let individuals borrow larger amounts and then repay them including interest over the course of several years. Other loans do exist, however, a variety ...
Views: 726 - Should a school’s pedagogy focus on language and communication? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2021 from Saurabh GuptaIn the modern era, we see a lot of focus from parents and teachers on language and communication skills. It has become paramount to be proficient in English to survive the real world out of school. However, is that really required? We often see people arguing about the same. While some say that ...
Views: 661 - Should Kids Keep Summer Jobs After School Starts? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2015 from Sharon BallantineA rite of passage for your kids as they grow up is getting a summer job and here can be an immense amount of pride in having a job. After all, kids gain a level of independence from Mom and Dad because they’re earning money for themselves. For many families, the question that comes up is ...
Views: 921 - Should You Hire a DWI Lawyer? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2020 from Shishir Del RioEvery state within the United States will make its own laws and legislation with regard to DWI offences so you need to be aware that you should hire a DWI Crimes lawyer who practices within the state in which the offence took place. This is because they will have the knowledge and experience of ...
Views: 716 - Should You Replace Appliances when Remodeling your Kitchen? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2019 from Isabella WhitmoreAppliances are important elements of the kitchen. They do not only make food preparation easy they can also add beauty to the room. The kitchen is an important room in the house where gathering usually happens. Therefore, it is essential to make it look attractive and have a welcoming ...
Views: 673 - Should You Use a Babysitter Service to Find Help? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Thomas ButcherThere will come a time when all families will need to hire someone to take care of the children once in a while. Finding just the right person for the job can be attained in a number of ways. You can hunt through the “job wanted” ads in your local newspaper, or you can ask friends and family for ...
Views: 971 - Show Compassion - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Frances LucasWe can’t depend on others to make us happy. Others will say and do things which will disappoint us. They will say things out of fear, jealous and pride. People are unkind and wicked at times. They will not do things we believe they should do. How we react to what others do is really all we can ...
Views: 1857 - Show Me the Magic! - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Teri Goetz"Have faith in your dreams, and someday, your rainbow will come smiling through. No matter how your heart is grieving, if you keep on believing, the dream that you wish will come true". - Cinderella What is the key to creating magic in your life? Well, I can promise you it's not by abdicating ...
Views: 1370 - Significance of wheel alignment - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Colton FlemmingIt is very important to keep wheels in excellent form and condition to enjoy a safe journey. Wheel alignment is a very important task which helps in determining the longevity of wheels. Wheels being an important part of any vehicle, needs to be maintained in a proper manner. For a safe ...
Views: 502 - Signs indicating, You found "That one" of your life - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2019 from Ketan PIn life, we come across many peoples. Some play an active presence and be a part of our journey. While others come and go as a guest. But in between this meet-up and break-up, we come across that one. There is The one person in everyone’s Destiny with whom they spend their life. Many of us keep ...
Views: 778 - Signs That Your Ex Still Loves You - Get Him Back With These Signs - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2015 from Franklin FashayaIt is never an easy task to completely let go of someone you once shared so many beautiful memories with. It is also never easy to forget all the good times you both had thus, when an opportunity comes to fix what you had before, to go back to the pleasure you enjoyed, you will be willing to ...
Views: 980 - Signs that your vehicle needs repair. - by Submitted on May 30, 2022 from Sophia leeThe development of cars and other autos has come a long way. Cars, just like our bodies, require a significant amount of attention and upkeep on a regular basis. They can become damaged if they are worked on constantly and if regular maintenance is not performed, leading to expensive ...
Views: 454 - Silent Communication Impacts Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from al betzSilent communication affects a relationship with the suddenness of a lightning bolt, the drip, drip, drip of a leaky faucet, or the enduring radiance of a diamond. Look at the examples below, and you’ll see what I mean. A man slowly moves to one knee, reaches into his pocket, and retrieves a ...
Views: 2560 - Silk Scarves - A Truly Colorful History - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Amnuai BeckenhamThe simple scarf has a remarkable history that many people may not be aware of. The very first uses of scarves are unclear with historians and archaeologists differing in their assessment of the very first use of scarves. Archaeologists believe that the first use of scarves (silk or ...
Views: 2343 - Simple Habits For A Healthy Life - by Submitted on May 24, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamWe have all heard that health is wealth. Yes, it's true also. Neither money nor fame can bring health. It has to be achieved by the individual himself during his/her lifetime. There are many aspects a person should take care to live a healthy life and it starts from early morning wake up to dawn ...
Views: 802 - Simple Life changing Tips - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman Kollam"Things do not change; we change." Henry David Thoreau Changing life is not that difficult as we think. We are always puzzled and confused about how to change our life. We try many methods. We follow many books, we get the advice of the Guru's and Guide's, we depend on mentors and at last we ...
Views: 544 - Simple things that make you better - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamEvery day when we are waking up we are faced with newer and newer situations in our life. We might have planned something yesterday, but today it has totally changed. New Priorities we have to consider. Our daily programs have to be changed. Our routine might have changed. But for a successful ...
Views: 586 - Simple Tips for Working Smarter - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamAll of us work every day from morning to evening in various situations. But if you observe, we can see that some people are working very faster, very actively and in a better way than others. Have we ever thought how it happens? We can find many explanations for this. Basically, some people are ...
Views: 889 - Simple Tips to Help Your Child Build Social Skills - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2024 from Mia JohnsonSocial skills are important for making friends, working with others, and handling life’s challenges. As a parent, helping your child develop these skills might seem like a big task, but it can be fun and rewarding. Kids learn social skills through practice, so they need help as they learn ...
Views: 307 - Simple ways for a Faster Working Day - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamHave you ever thought of how to be a smarter person by doing things smarter and faster? We may be smart in our life, but we may not be fast and also vice versa. To be more creative and successful, we should be active, smarter and faster. This pattern should be our daily routine. We think that to ...
Views: 556 - Simple Ways to Make Exercise a Habit - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamTo live a healthy life you have to do some physical workout. By keeping your body fit and healthy you can face any challenges in life. A lot of people want to make exercise a regular part of their lives but they fail to do so. Exercising is on the top list of habits people want to follow but ...
Views: 865 - Simple Ways to Make Exercise a Habit - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamTo live a healthy life you have to do some physical workout. By keeping your body fit and healthy you can face any challenges in life. A lot of people want to make exercise a regular part of their lives but they fail to do so. Exercising is on the top list of habits people want to follow but ...
Views: 841 - Simplifying the Road Safety Rules and Regulations in Australia - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2020 from kishan RanaAustralia is one of the few countries where you’ll find the steering wheel on the left side of the vehicle. If you are a young student learning how to drive, being acquainted with the safety rules and regulations imposed by the Federal and local governments will help you stay on the safe side of ...
Views: 1115 - Singapore Sales - An Easiest Way to get Maximum Discount on Your Online Shopping - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from foxy salesAlways on the lookout for sales in Singapore? Do your ears perked up and eyes gleamed when you see discounts or warehouse sales in the news? Well, there is absolutely nothing wrong in that because every Singaporean loves a good sale! Private online sales clubs have found their place in ...
Views: 654 - Single Parent Survival - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2014 from Beate CheletteWe’ve all heard the divorce rate in the US hovers around 50%, but did you know the number of single parent households has tripled since 1960? Statistics show that 25% of households in the US are spearheaded by single moms, and that number has been steadily increasing. The Atlantic refers to this ...
Views: 1425 - Singularity and Duality - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Philip MartinTo attain wisdom, remove things every day.” -- Lao Tzu Man is certainly a complex creature and the most complex parts are the brain/mind/consciousness. I have spoken of many different aspects of the mind and of problems we have in life and of their solutions. So now I come to a very ...
Views: 3986 - Sitting - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Rev. Sandy Rodgers“Oh that’s stupid!!!” ‘You better get up and do something.’ The number of times I have said this to myself is beyond numbers. Even while meditating (ha ha) the thought would come ‘You don’t have time to be sitting still. Girl you dun lost your ever-loving mind!’ But SIT – I had to. Recently I ...
Views: 1439 - Sitting Next to Dr Kiran Bedi - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from NARENDRA GOIDANIDearest Darling Friend, Imagine you are sitting next to Dr Kiran Bedi. Imagine, what you will now imagine? If you had her permission, space and time to ask her one question, imagine what you would ask? Imagine her looking at you with eyes of appreciation for your insightful question. ...
Views: 1703 - Sitting on my ........ - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Suzanne MontpetitSo everyone here I am sitting on my chair and contemplating life. Why? I have no idea and that is my point. How many times do we sit on our deirerre and become the chair the thought of the chair and the desire to be the chair while doing nothing about the chair? Nothing to do about nothing I ...
Views: 1124 - Six Biblical Signs Support Apocalyptic Events Impending In 2016 - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Richard Ruhling“Like a frog that doesn't know when to jump from slowly heating water,” we are coming to the boiling point, based on biblical signs of the apocalypse. Six news items from this past year suggest that trouble is impending. 1. Signs of Corruption: Obama Gave $79 Million to the Catholic Church ...
Views: 1285 - Six Obama Parallels with the King of Babylon for Biblical End-Times - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2016 from Richard RuhlingWhen asked about the end of the world, Christ cited an abomination spoken of by Daniel that early believers understood as military brought by Rome and they fled the city as Christ warned in Matthew 24. This is a parallel to Executive Orders readied by Obama for martial law. Obamacare is ...
Views: 1088 - Six Reasons to Flee Jerusalem Before Passover - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2016 from Richard RuhlingSummary: A 15-year old boy with a near-death experience relates seeing WWIII starting “very soon.” His YouTube text cited Zechariah 14: the “day of the Lord” comes with half of Jerusalem taken captive, houses rifled, women raped. Yeshua's warning would have spared the Jews in 70 AD. He said to ...
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