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- How to Express Yourself to Others - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2010 from Greg BakerOne of the hardest things to do when you're communicating with someone is expressing yourself. How many times have you said something that just didn't come out the way you wanted it to? How many times have we said something that we really didn't mean, but we were too frustrated to stop it from ...
Views: 31293(14 votes) - Improving Interpersonal Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2004 from Burt GoldmanWhen you come to the realization that interpersonal relationships are based on needs then the steps following become simple and effective To understand what a relationship is, how to bring one about, how to enhance one, and why relationships are diminished and lost, one must understand the ...
Views: 27269(6 votes) - Loneliness: What is it and how to get rid of it - by Loneliness is a very complex, multidimensional phenomenon. Simply put, there is no one cure for loneliness, simply because there are many different types of loneliness. The loneliness of a widow, who just lost her husband, is different from the loneliness of a boy who is sick in bed and can’t go ...
Views: 26198(4 votes) - Why Some People Talk Too Much - Are You One of Them? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Royane RealTalking too much is one of the the most common bad habits. Discover the reasons why people talk too much. If you are guilty of being too talkative, learn how you can break this annoying habit. We have all met people who talk a lot, who never seem to run out of things to say. Have you ...
Views: 25225(2 votes) - Do Narcissists Have Friends? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Sam VakninQuestion: Do narcissists have friends? Answer: Not in the usual sense of the word and not that they know of. The narcissist is one track minded. He is interested in securing the provision of Narcissistic Supply emanating from Narcissistic Supply Sources. His world is as narrow as an ant's, to ...
Views: 24508(2 votes) - How to Make Your Best Friend Kiss You - Seduce Her to Make Out With You Now! - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Mark TaylorKissing your best friend would seem to be something totally offbeat and perverse to you but come on, admit it - you did imagined it once or twice before. Truth is that, you've probably been attracted to her from the very beginning but suppressed all romantic feelings altogether for the sake of ...
Views: 24277(2 votes) - Workplace Friendships or Office Romance - by Based on the extensive original research I have conducted for more than a decade on workplace relationships, casual not close or best friendships are preferable in business. Caution should also be exercised against revealing too much or too soon to a co-worker, superior, subordinate, or mentor ...
Views: 24004(1 vote) - The No Contact Rule - Its Importance and Effectiveness After a Breakup - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2012 from Raymond EhomaOne of the best strategies to put into practice following a break up is the No Contact Rule. Although it is among the most crucial tactics to apply in this context, many people are not interested in its execution. The most apparent reason for this is actually the idea that plenty of people find ...
Views: 22240 - How to Get Your Wife Back When Nothing Else is Working - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Jacob ElichmannDid you know that divorce rates are the highest that they have ever been in America? Don't feel like you're alone – you're far from the only abandoned husband who wants to learn how to get your wife back. The percentage of married couples that get divorced has been steadily increasing for the ...
Views: 22222(1 vote) - Fed Up With Feeling Alone? - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2004 from Alison FinchDo you ever feel empty and alone, sometimes even when you're surrounded by people? Most people feel alone at some points in their lives, but for some these feelings seem to be deeply ingrained to the point where it seems part of their identity - but it doesn't have to be this way! Sometimes ...
Views: 20091(1 vote) - Living Alone and Loving It: 10 Tips to Help You Grow Into the Person Who Will Fill Your Empty Nest - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2010 from Debra CostanzoI don’t know about you, but I can remember when I was broaching my teen years I would spend hours writing angry poetry in my bedroom. I was technically way too young to be writing about jaded love. But, I did. Although, my own experiences may have been limited I certainly had enough examples ...
Views: 19452(3 votes) - Help! My Mind Goes Blank During a Conversation! - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Royane RealSome people seem to be gifted with an ability to talk easily with anybody, anywhere. However, there are many people who find making conversation somewhat difficult. They struggle to find things to say during conversations, especially when they are talking to someone they don’t know very well. ...
Views: 19416(3 votes) - Emotionally Needy Friends: Where Do You Draw the Line? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Randi FineFriendship is one of life’s greatest gifts. It is a fulfilling relationship that is shared by two people who care about each other, trust each other, and want only the best for each other. A good friendship is honest, loyal, and truthful; good friends understand and accept each other in ways no ...
Views: 18895 - Overcome Your Fear of Rejection - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Royane RealDo you hold back from trying to start new relationships because you often worry that you will be rejected? If a fear of rejection is holding you back from forming new friendships or relationships, there is help available. You can learn to greatly overcome your fear of getting rejected. ...
Views: 17160(2 votes) - Real Solutions For Combatting Extreme Shyness - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Royane RealMost people experience some degree of shyness from time to time in certain situations. In fact, only about 7% of the population claims that they never feel shy. For the rest of us, shyness can range from being an occasional, minor inconvenience, to being a major problem. Some people ...
Views: 17109(1 vote) - The Shy Person's Guide to Conversation - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2006 from Susie CortrightEveryone feels shy from time to time. Here are twelve tips to help you keep conversation flowing. 1. Before the event, visualize yourself as someone who has an easy time making friends and mingling between different groups and whom everyone likes to talk to. It may feel funny at first, but ...
Views: 17104(2 votes) - Top 5 Interesting Topics to Talk About for Conversation - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Joshua UebergangAre your conversations boring with awkward silences? Conversation is more than blathering on about the mundane trivialities of life. For conversation to be fruitful and worth the time of both you and the other person, it needs to be captivating, to be interesting. There should be a "wow!" ...
Views: 15997(1 vote) - Ten Signs of a Bad Friendship - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2012 from Bhavesh JoshiThe purpose of this article is to help people identify bad friendships, so they can make the choice to end them before things get really bad. There are many friendships that are not healthy; in fact, many friends are bad friends, and sometimes the other party has trouble spotting this out. If ...
Views: 15506(1 vote) - How Living In Survival Mode Blocks Our Emotions - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Trudy-Ann EwanGoing into survival mode is not often a conscious choice. Individuals who live their life in survival mode are oftentimes filled with bitterness, resentment and anger. It’s not just that they haven’t healed themselves of past hurts. Rather individuals tend to automatically go into survival ...
Views: 15312(2 votes) - 5 Techniques to Seduce and Attract Your Best Friend - How to Be More Than Just Her Buddy - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Mark TaylorBest friends are a part of life and they're always one of the best perks that make our typical lives far from dull and boring --- especially if your best friend happens to be a girl. Now, when you suddenly wake up and find yourself in love with your girl best friend, don't freak out just yet. ...
Views: 15101 - How To Get Over Your Ex Girlfriend - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Dan DennickDon't make things worse by trying to get her back The biggest regret guys often have is that during the break up they acted in way that was clearly out of desperation. Usually guys feel a profound anxiety to do something to fix the situation and so they end up acting in a way that they ...
Views: 14425 - 10 Ways To Spot a Fake Friend - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Scott BolanWe must be careful and diligent in choosing our friends. The most important factor is trustworthiness, and when you find your trust was misplaced, the consequences can range from disappointment to disaster and can be heart-breaking. Awhile back a long-time friend revealed a hidden hostility ...
Views: 14244(2 votes) - Letter about Trust - by For millions of years nature embedded in us the notion that the past can teach us a lot about the future. This is very useful for survival. And it is also mostly true with inanimate objects. With humans the story is somewhat different: it is reasonable to learn from someone's past behaviour ...
Views: 13906 - How to Move Conversations Beyond the Surface Level - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Nick KHow to Move Conversations Beyond the Surface Level Tired of making small talk and want to bring up more personal topics and build more meaningful relationships? Taking conversations beyond the surface level isn’t always easy. It’s comfortable at the surface and often moving deeper entails a ...
Views: 13760 - The Worthless Wife You've Created - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Rhonda NeelyWe all want to be loved, don't we? Every man and woman sets out to find love as early as their teen years. It's inevitable! We all want to find love and be loved. We find someone special, get married, and things change! Husbands, have you ever done these things? Do you blame your wife when ...
Views: 13018 - First Impressions - Right or Wrong? - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Royane RealFirst impressions – they feel so accurate, but it’s so easy to get them wrong. When we meet somebody new, we size that person up in just a few seconds. A few seconds, that’s all it takes to decide whether or not we like somebody, whether we trust them, whether or not we want to get to know ...
Views: 12947(5 votes) - How To Not Blow It If Your Ex Contacts You - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Mika MaddelaYour ex broke up with you and you thought you would never hear from your ex again. Then out of the blue your ex contacts you to see how you're doing. If you have been trying to your ex back in the past, then you might be feeling incredibly happy right now. However, you might find the situation ...
Views: 12111 - How to Get Over Shyness in 5 Steps - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Mark ShepardHave you ever: * Been tongue tied at the thought of approaching an attractive person and introducing yourself? * Felt awkward and out of place at business or social gatherings? * Hesitated to raise your hand in class or pick up the phone to make a sales call? * Had an idea ...
Views: 12071(5 votes) - Patience and Friendship : The First Steps to Get Back Together! - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2010 from Jonathan O'ReillyThinking about the good days, love all around you, a stable and happy relationship, feeling sad that the nice dream ended in a break up? Not to worry, even though you may think you lost your lover forever, getting your ex back is quite simple. Almost everyone is interested in giving another ...
Views: 12054(5 votes) - Fixing a Broken Friendship - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2010 from Greg BakerFriendship isn't a unique relationship in addition to all the other ones. In fact, friendship is more than that. When any of your relationships can become friends, then it has reached the pinnacle of that relationship. I don't have a wife, children, parents, and then friends. No, each of ...
Views: 11912(2 votes) - The Negative Effects Of The Internet On Social Skills - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Nick KlopperEver since the internet became the standard, there’s been a contention about its repercussions on social wellbeing. There are two groups involved in the debate about internet use. The first group are those who claim thatsocial media and the internet has enabled people to cultivate richer ...
Views: 11617 - How to Communicate with a Man - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2011 from Suzanne WiebeEvery woman has been in a situation where her man became moody, withdrawn, and won’t tell you what is wrong. He completely closes down or goes into the ‘cave.’ How you respond to this can make the difference between whether he falls deeper in love with you or walks away without any explanation ...
Views: 11271(2 votes) - How To Get An Ex Back By Being A Friend - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from David BrittoIf you want to find out how to get an ex back, this is a query that's steadily asked by heart broken people that are upbeat in re-kindling a relationship. Some of the people believe that remaining mates with somebody after a break is the way to go. On the other hand, a few of the people believe ...
Views: 11007 - 7 Qualities of A Good Friend: Finding Supportive Friends - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2011 from Tina JanelleThese 7 qualities of a good friend can alert you to people who will encourage your dreams, try to stop you from a fall, and be there when you really need them. Gain the knowledge that will change your relationships. These qualities of a good friend can alert you to people who will encourage ...
Views: 10889 - Why Very Smart People Sometimes Have Poor Social Skills - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Royane RealDo you ever have trouble making conversation with others even though you consider yourself to be a very intelligent person? If so, this may puzzle you. You may wonder why you are so poor at making conversation with others, even though you are very smart, and you know a lot of interesting ...
Views: 10857 - Dear Dr. Romance: Is It Possible to Love Someone without Ever Dating Them? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance: Is it possible to love someone without ever dating them? If so, how can you tell that you are in love? Dear Reader: Yes, it's possible to fall in love without dating. For example, if you have a close friend, classmate, work associate, neighbor or friend of a friend ...
Views: 10711(2 votes) - Quick Tips to Deal with the Crazy Makers in Your Life. - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from sherrie campbellAre you in a relationship with someone who drives you crazy? Are you in a relationship with someone who no matter how well you point out the facts of their irresponsibility or immaturity they find some way to justify and rationalize all they do? Do you leave conversations with these people ...
Views: 9757(1 vote) - What to Do When People Don't Like You - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Royane RealDo you feel like no matter how hard you try, other people still don’t like you? Have you been trying hard to make friends with no good results to show for all of your efforts? If it seems that you have been trying hard to make friends, but that other people still don’t want to be your ...
Views: 9743(2 votes) - 5 Interesting Signs Your Ex Girlfriend Still Wants You Back - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2012 from Raymond EhomaHave you recently broken up with your ex girlfriend? Are you still finding it challenging believing that she's gone? Is it still hard believing that your lady was an individual who couldn't live without you, but fully gone right now? Have you been considering trying to get your girl back again ...
Views: 9490(1 vote) - Real Friends - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2004 from Skye ThomasAbout a year ago, I was talking to a friend of mine on the telephone. He had just experienced a big success in his career and wanted to brag. We had a great time cheering and laughing over his big moment. Then as we were wrapping up our phone call, he apologized for gloating to me. I blew it ...
Views: 9181(1 vote) - Why to avoid begging and pleading after breakup? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from robin brainTrue love never takes such considerations of begging and pleading. No relation can tie its knot for long, if begging and pleading are part of their relationship. But when it comes to saving your relation at any cost, it becomes a necessary part. When you feel helpless and none of your notions ...
Views: 9151 - What to Say to Your Ex Boyfriend to Get Him Back - Win Him Back With This - by Submitted on May 15, 2016 from Patrick UadialeAre you struggling with what to say to your ex boyfriend to get him back? Finding the right words to say in a situation like this can be a struggle. The problem is that this is generally a highly emotional and tense situation for both of you. It's far too easy to take one step further only to ...
Views: 9144 - ***The Benefits of Friendship - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2011 from Eileen BoyleHaving a network of friends is one of the single, most important aspects to a happy and healthy life. Unlike family relationships, our friendships are formed by personal choice, without the formality of legal ties or ceremonies. Like family relationships however, friendships can span our entire ...
Views: 9132(7 votes) - Best Sex Positions That Make Every Women Very Happy - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Kobi AdatoEach partner needs satisfaction in every sexual encounter. There are many sex positions that you can employ if you want to make your love life pleasurable. You do not need to be an acrobat in order to practice these positions. They are very easy to learn and apply in real life situations The ...
Views: 9037 - How Long Does It Take To Build a Friendship? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuYour friendships influence the fulfillment in your life more than most other factors. One key thing that can help you build friendships effectively is to understand right how long this takes. It is common for people to wonder: how long does it take to form a friendship? We want to understand ...
Views: 9009(1 vote) - How to Become Socially Calibrated - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Eduard EzeanuThe results you get with people and the awesomeness of your social life are to a large extent a result of your ability to calibrate socially. This is why developing your social calibration is one of the most beneficial personal development steps you could ever make. Social calibration is ...
Views: 8759 - Top Eight Characteristics Of True Friends - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2010 from Sharon MikrutOver the years, I have observed people who are real friends and people who claim to be friends. As I get older, I truly believe the old saying that you can count your real friends on one hand. So, you may be asking what makes a person a real friend. I have identified my top eight characteristics ...
Views: 8466(6 votes) - How to feel mentally & physically stronger in 5 minutes. - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Steven BurnsWhen I was a teenager one of my idols was Bruce Lee. I actually knew nothing about the guy other than the fact he could break wooden doors with his bare fists and defeat a large group of weapon bearing ninjas single handed. As a teenage kid this was more than enough to trigger a deep fascination ...
Views: 8346(1 vote) - Seven Ages Of Man - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Dzagbe CudjoeAll the world's a stage And all the men and women merely players, They have their exits and entrances, And one man in his time plays many parts, His acts being seven ages. At first the infant, Mewling and puking in the nurse's arms, Then, the whining schoolboy with his satchel And shining ...
Views: 8301(1 vote) - Aquarius Daily Horoscope: Aquarius Personalities and effects of Blood Types - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Amyas LucettaAquarius daily horoscope suggests that an Aquarius with blood type A is a complex personality. Aquarius persons with blood type A are innovative and they dislike mediocre ideas. Often they do not pursue fame and glory and prefer to enjoy a carefree lifestyle with all freedom possible. Aquarius ...
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