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- 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) - Three Reasons Why Faith Is Important In The Christian Life - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Ginger London,Faith is essential to our lives as believers, and if you’ve ever wondered why faith is important this article will shed some light on the answers. It is the very foundation of our Christian belief. We begin our journey with the profession of our belief and faith in who God is. We believe by ...
Views: 18539 - The 5 Keys to Finding Your Divine Purpose - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2017 from Dante PetrillaFinding your divine purpose is not as difficult as you might imagine. If this is actually true, then why do so few people actually achieve this, and go through the motions of life without purpose or reason, feeling lost, unfulfilled and disconnected? The answer is simple. Most people do not ...
Views: 17788(6 votes) - Mold in Basement in Lawrence - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2020 from eric leaderSome of the most repulsive views that may be found in a household is mold which signifies muck and an intense shortage of cleanliness. Basements are actually exclusively impacted by mold attacks since they are actually mild, darker, as well as the air is actually often really worn-out which are ...
Views: 15803 - Appreciating What You Have In Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Kimberley CohenAppreciating What You Have In Your Life by Kimberley Cohen Sometimes it’s difficult to appreciate what you have in your life because you might be looking at and longing for what you don’t have. When you can be grateful for the love and abundance in your life right now, you are less ...
Views: 15778 - 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) - 10 Ways to Mentally Stimulate a Woman’s Mind - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Latorria FreemanThe biggest erogenous zone for women is not between her legs but between her ears. Stimulating her body is the easy part. Stimulating her mind shows her what you are really made of. There are many different ways to stimulate a woman’s mind so try different techniques. Study, listen and ...
Views: 15129 - Happy anniversary wishes to daughter and son in law - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2018 from muhammad jamshaidHappy anniversary wishes to daughter and son in law . Happy anniversary wishes to daughter and son in law. At this time i am sharing a best anniversary wishes of daughter and son in law with you. like a son daughter is also very important person in our family if your daughter is married and ...
Views: 14460 - What You Should Do if You Have Damp Carpet - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanA damp carpet can be more than a nuisance; it can cause a handful of other problems. Wet or damp carpets are the perfect breeding ground for fungus, including mold. Mold will live and feed on damp carpet causing unsightly stains, a musty odor and the potential for health problems in all who are ...
Views: 14014 - Can I get HIV and Aids from Strippers and Lap Dances? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Sadie SheafeWelcome to 'Just Ask Sadie'. This is an expert online advice column offered here as a free service. Now you can get honest answers to the questions you've had difficulty finding answers to. I welcome all queries and comments and tackle most subjects. Please Visit: ...
Views: 13937 - Wayne Dyer's Leukemia Healing Journey - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Jackie Roberge“The Leukemia is the body’s way of healing. I think we have to live in harmony with it (cancer) and not be so terrified of it and not be trying to kill it.” Wayne Dyer’s cancer journey has taken him from initial disbelief to a place of acceptance and love and, more importantly, at 71 he is ...
Views: 12975(1 vote) - 10 Life Lessons Learned from the BP Oil Spill - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Sam EtkinIn the wake of the BP oil spill, we face a major environmental disaster. Hundreds of animals are dead, and even more are in danger. It could take years for affected areas to fully recover. As cleanup efforts are ongoing, engineers are still trying to work out the best method to control or ...
Views: 12669(9 votes) - How to Maintain a Positive Attitude When Someone Lashes Out at You in Anger - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Cindy .HolbrookWhen someone lashes out at you in anger what does it really mean? People who are judgmental and harsh towards others usually disapprove of something within themselves. It could be that they see a trait in you that they desire for themselves or one that they dislike about themselves. An ...
Views: 12365(3 votes) - How To Build Good Character - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Greg BakerBuilding good character is all about addition, not subtraction. What I mean is this: when it comes to change, our focus is usually on the aspects of our lives that are bad. We try to cut out or cut off these negative or bad qualities. We try to improve by subtraction. That is not how you build ...
Views: 12118(12 votes) - Toxin-free relationships: How to prioritize the people in your life. - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Whole Person Balanced LifeOne of my favorite quotes of all time is "Don't make people a priority who only make you an option". I often repeat this quote to myself and have it posted in several areas of my house, as well as my daily planner. It's something I try to remember on a daily basis. We talk a lot about the ...
Views: 12098(5 votes) - What is self-positioning? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from Malcolm PayneSelf-positioning is a process for personal self-reflection; you can do it on your own, as a personal development exercise, or with a group of people who agree to work with you for the mutual benefit of all of you. It is based on the psychology of social skills development. The principles of ...
Views: 11580 - Spiritual Numerology Life Path Period – Master Number 22 – A Rare Find - by Submitted on May 11, 2010 from Cindy L. HerbIn numerology, a tradition bound by spiritual evidence—the relationship between numbers and living things, all of us have three cycles, or Life Path Periods in our lifetime. To determine a person's three Life Path Periods, one simply needs a person's date of birth. Furthermore, if someone's 3rd ...
Views: 11553(10 votes) - The Pivotal Moments In Your Life - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2008 from Dan LissWhat have been the pivotal moments in your life? What have been the real life changing events? The moments of illumination? The moments when you realized something important that would change the course of events to come? You know. Like when you played in a concert that was well attended and ...
Views: 11370 - Start Letting Go of Your Inhibitions Today and Change Yourself - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Jeffrey WallaceIt is an unfortunate fact that in numerous cases in life, the only thing holding people back is themselves. The most successful people in the world are those that exude confidence. By presenting yourself in a professional, assured manner, you are far more likely to gain the respect of your ...
Views: 11221(1 vote) - Narcissistic Supply and Sex - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Sam VakninThe psychosexuality of all types of narcissists – cerebral and somatic alike – involves the objectification and interchangeability of intimate partners. Narcissists are polyamorous and autoerotic. Quite a few of them have comorbid sexual paraphilias (are deviant.) The cerebral narcissist aims ...
Views: 11109 - How to Handle Two-Faced People - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2017 from Merryl LentzWe've all encountered two-faced people at one time or another -- those individuals who smile in your face and act like your best friend, while they've got a knife poise at your back. They pretend to be your best buddy, only to try to use you, or to spread lies and gossip about you behind your ...
Views: 10865(1 vote) - Accepting Loss and Moving On - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Roberta Stack-CostantinoYou have had a loss...you are in pain, depressed, sad, and just feeling alone. You feel like nobody really understands what you are going through. Have I got it right? Guess what? People do understand what you are going through, because odds are, someone in this world has gone through ...
Views: 10434(1 vote) - Procedure for Removing Vinyl Flooring From Concrete - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanThe flooring of a room is something that takes a lot of effort and money to install. If you are remodeling your house, and want to change the ambiance and look of a room, then putting in new flooring is a good albeit expensive option. Before you can install the new flooring of your choice, you ...
Views: 10425 - Attracting a Dream Relationship Using a Vision Board - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Barbara PellegrinoAttracting a relationship using a vision board is a hot topic. Today, Mothers day, I was very happy remembering this huge blessing, that manifested for me in 1994, in the area of dream relationships. I still love rejoicing in the "tipping point' / quantum leap that has brought me to this day ...
Views: 10395(2 votes) - 7 Steps to Marriage Reconciliation - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsHere are 7 steps to marriage reconciliation that will prayerfully put you and your spouse back on the right track. 1. Swallow Your Pride - The Bible says, pride comes before the fall. That means pride will always lead to your destruction. In this case, the destruction of your marriage. So ...
Views: 9636(2 votes) - Journaling a Letter to Your Former Self - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Mari L. McCarthyWhen we look back on the past – whether just yesterday or many years ago, sometimes we think, "I wish I knew then what I know now." To help find peace of mind in the present, try working with that wish in your journaling practice. Go back to that previous time for a dialog with your younger ...
Views: 9384(3 votes) - Be Kind to and Love Your Enemies! But How and Why? - by Submitted on May 21, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionHow do you feel when you picture your loved ones in your mind? Does thinking about your good friends and family bring a smile upon your face? Now, picture in your mind those you really don't like. How do you feel when you think about your "enemies"? Do you feel angry, sad, hurt, frustrated, ...
Views: 9346(4 votes) - A Guide To Overcoming Shyness And Inhibitions - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from kenneth smallWe have all heard of the phrase ‘to stand out from the crowd’ . If you are looking to land that job you have been after or impress some one on a date then it is quite useful to be able to ‘stand out from the crowd’. If you have ever found yourself overlooked for opportunities when other less ...
Views: 9184(5 votes) - Why Do We Suffer? Are You Suffering? Then You May Need to Rejoice! - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhy do people have to suffer? Do some people simply have bad luck or is there a good reason why we suffer? Why do we all get sick, grow old, and die? And is all suffering really bad, or is it actually a blessing in disguise, somehow? Here, I will outline some of the reasons why we ...
Views: 9058(8 votes) - 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 - Are You Just an OPTION For Someone Else, Instead of Their PRIORITY? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Elaine SiheraOn the welcoming page of my Relationship website I have 12 Lessons in Life which are very important to me. Among them is the statement: Never make someone your priority when to them you're only an option. Those words have ended up being the most popular search key words for the website, ...
Views: 8757(4 votes) - Definition: Life Lessons - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Douglas PakAdversities are a part of living, and we choose the way we react to each adversity in our lives. I would be the last to deny that adversities can be exceedingly difficult. Many times they will be senseless, unfair, painful, and beyond our control to prevent. However, they come into our lives for ...
Views: 8655 - How to use a male psychology to get your ex boyfriend back - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2013 from Franklin FashayaBefore you even attempt on how to use male psychology to get your ex boyfriend back, it is important to first understand the male psychology itself. For it is true you cannot use what you don’t know. The male psychology involves a way of thinking, the feelings felt and the emotions expressed. ...
Views: 8298 - I Am Fed Up of Life - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from ayo olaniyanA funny topic you may say, but i took a poll today only to realise loads of people are so fed up of many things, for various reasons. Some people are fed up of their jobs, men, women, children who don’t listen to instruction, parents, economy, financial status, bills, spouses etc. There are ...
Views: 8156 - The Importance of Rising Above Life's Challenges - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Daniel HerznerWouldn't life be grand if things were to always work out the way we wanted them to? Just imagine that; life with no adversity. Yeah, right...OK, snap out of it. Life has never been, nor will it ever be without its ups and downs. If there's one thing all human beings have in common it's that we ...
Views: 7683 - Our Life Struggles - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Our life struggles come in many forms. Some struggles may be regarding money, love, careers or about things we cannot fathom. Our life struggles know no age, race, and religion or where you are located in this vast world. The struggles that we endure in our lifetime might be a cakewalk to ...
Views: 7652(1 vote) - Disadvantages of Love spells - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Christina XioEvery one alive has the presence of love their lives. Love itself is uniquely different concept which describes it self as something that cannot be described while a person is restricted within the logical reasons. A man simply might love a woman because he frequently gets to meet her at the ...
Views: 7628 - Goodness of Jehovah God: How Can You Reflect It in Your Life? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhen you wake up each morning to the sweet melodies of birds, how do you feel? When you admire the spectacular spectrum of sunsets, are you awed? When sunlight warms your skin and gentle summer breezes softly kiss you, are you not delighted? Do you not enjoy the fragrance of wildflowers, the ...
Views: 7570(3 votes) - Christ's Sacrifice: What Is Salvation? Why Did Jesus Have to Die to Save Us? From What Are We Saved? - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhat is salvation? Why did Jesus Christ have to die in order to save us? And from what are we actually saved? Answers to these questions are the foundations of the Christian faith, and our eternal destiny entirely lies in knowing the answers. First off, it is necessary to read the Old ...
Views: 7507(5 votes) - Recommendations to Avoid Internet Addiction Among Students ? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Balvinder SinghThe recommendations are based on the principles of respect for freedom and privacy of individuals, values propagated by Singapore’s Government. These recommendations are aimed at taking preventive measures wherever possible. There is evidence that most kids ‘grow out of’ their Internet addiction ...
Views: 7454 - You're Only As Young As You Feel: How to Stay Young at Heart - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2008 from David BohlI don’t remember who said “age is only a state of mind,” but I truly believe that. We know getting older is inevitable, but aging doesn’t have to be. Chronologically we age each year, as our physical bodies deteriorate, but mentally how we age is up to us. And even some ...
Views: 7344 - Coping With Injustice - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2012 from Jay Tow, M. S. Counselor, Life Management and Relationship CoachAn article by Jay Tow, M.S., Certified Sexologist “It’s just not fair.” “How can they do that to me?” “Don’t they care how this affects me?” “This always happens to me. Why can’t I catch a break?” Have you ever said anything like the quotes above? I don’t think anyone goes ...
Views: 7308 - Three Ways You Can Learn from Movies - by Submitted on May 22, 2009 from Angie ThompsonMovies are everywhere. Their stories, phrases, and scenes are a part of our culture. We all have favorite movies, favorite memories relating to movies, and in some cases movies that help us define our lives. While you may not think about it, movies have probably enriched your life. Movies are ...
Views: 7299(1 vote) - Please Say: "Please" & "Thank You" - Thank You! - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from Father TimeHave you ever noticed how some "adults" do not say "Please" and "Thank You?" Isn't it amazing that when all of us were children, we were taught to say "Please," and usually we were asked by an adult, at that time, "What's the magic word?" We were also taught to always say "Thank You," yet ...
Views: 7285(9 votes) - Uncertainty and Transition - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Rob BrooklerBe you ever so wise, confident, and “enlightened,” you will nonetheless find yourself at times uncertain: uncertain about what actions to take, uncertain about your life, uncertain about your place or purpose in this life. At such times, we tend to think of ourselves as confused or lost. And ...
Views: 7245(22 votes) - Kindness Is The Most Important Thing! - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Father TimeMore important than work, money, careers, success, or anything...is KINDNESS! Being kind to others; your family, your friends, even total strangers, is the most important thing in this life! What do YOU think of a person who makes tons of money, and is successful by the world's standards, ...
Views: 7039(8 votes) - ***Are We a Civil Society? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Norma HollisSometimes I think the entire world is crazy. So much that takes place in society seems to be counter-productive to healthy human development. I remember when I graduated from college with a degree in early childhood development. A major study had just been completed that examined the effect of ...
Views: 6943(1 vote) - Live - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Dotun AdewunmiWARNING: CONTAINS GRAPHIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL REFERENCES & STRONG LANGUAGE! Biodun. 26 years old, broke, flirting with homelessness. Been kicked out of 3 of the last shared apartments he lived in and day to day fared worse in the thick racism to Black Africans he was exposed to, that is ...
Views: 6919 - Benefits of Submission - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2011 from Kemmy OluleyeQuote ‘Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.’ Eph 2:21 (NIV) True strength lies in submission which permits one to dedicate his life, through devotion, to something beyond himself. - Henry Miller “Man is a feeble creature, to whom only submission and worship are becoming. ...
Views: 6850 - Honesty in Relationships: Is It Really the Best Policy? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Gail BarkerFor this article I'm going to do things a little differently and just start with the bottom line. The answer to the title question is, "yes, honesty is the best policy when it comes to relationships." There. Now that you know, for those of you who are in a bit of a rush, you can move on ...
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