December 19, 2013 Friends and Peers
Friendships are precious and delicate. Friends are more than acquaintances; there relationship consists of more depth and honesty, with mutual caring and respect. There’s more to a friendship than just hanging out for drinks or movies. We make ourselves vulnerable…
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December 18, 2013 Friends and Peers
Have you recently become a mother? Or are your children still young, and under the age of six? If so, you probably find that most of your time is devoted to motherhood. While you love your role as mother, you…
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December 13, 2013 Relationships and Family - Other
A midlife crisis is not all it’s cracked up to be, or is it? While the stereotype of the middle-aged man in the sports car or the forty-something woman with the much younger man at times hold true, there are…
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The holidays are over, but you’re still recovering. And it’s not just from the food. Family situations were particularly stressful this year. Some hurtful things were said. There were a few awkward moments. You just wish things had been different,…
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Relationships are fragile and can be difficult, even with a beloved sister. Two sisters often are compete with one another for attention or for achievements, and this can be driven by insecurity or a desire to please parents. A relationship…
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So it finally happened. The guy you have been interested in for weeks just asked you out! You are both thrilled and nervous about your first date. First dates can be a strange combination of exhilaration, awkwardness, fear and joy….
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Your first date was a success-or so you thought. The conversation went well. You laughed a lot. You wore the perfect outfit. But why hasn’t he called since this outing? As the days pass, you start to wonder: why isn’t…
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Being single can be tough, especially after the age of 35. Whether you are divorced or have never married, your days of enjoying the thrills of singlehood seem to have ended, and you do not quite know how to manage…
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Being single is not always a choice. However, it is a choice to be content with your situation whether you are single or in a committed relationship. And if being content does not seem possible when you are in a…
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November 16, 2013 Communication
Communication can be far trickier than you may realize. Part of the reason is that when we communicate with each other, we do so in two ways: verbally and nonverbally. Did you know that up to 93% of all communications…
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November 15, 2013 Communication
There are all kinds of jobs that involve dealing with the public. A concierge at a hotel is responsible for solving all kinds of guest complaints and accommodating various requests. A busy server at a restaurant takes orders, delivers food…
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November 14, 2013 Communication
Rude drivers are not in short supply. They seem to be everywhere! Whether you are casually driving on a Sunday afternoon or facing rush hour traffic on a week day, the odds are in your favor that you will run…
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November 14, 2013 Communication
Rude people have a way of getting under your skin. They often act entitled to whatever they want. They think their time is more valuable than yours, and they tend to push people around. Even worse, rude people often just…
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Sunday afternoons tend to be a time for winding down from the weekend. While many look forward to the peacefulness of a Sunday afternoon, this day and time can be tough on those who are single and away from their…
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Dating websites can be tricky business. And like many other things related to the internet, some websites are safer and more private than others. If you’re interested in looking for possible dating situations on such websites, you may want to…
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You have a really big crush on the guy in your Biology class, and you’ve decided it’s time to subtly let him know. After all, there’s no time like the present, added to the fact that you can barely stand…
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Halloween is quickly approaching, and this year, you’re up for more than tricks or treats. You want to celebrate the holiday with a romantic date. Below are a few ideas of how you can enjoy the evening with your dating…
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Dating is a fun part of college life, but it’s something that should be approached with a little caution. After all, date rapes are sadly a common occurrence on many college campuses. Of course, there are many wonderful guys out…
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September 22, 2013 Communication
Most people have them – relatives who are impossible to please when it comes to the gifts. It may be your mother-in-law, your aunt or your younger sister. You know the type. No matter what you give these people, they…
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September 13, 2013 Friends and Peers
Dating can be exhilarating! You are excited as you get ready. Your date arrives and has a huge smile on his face. You go to a great dinner, filled with laughter and knowing glances. Romance is abloom. However, there is…
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September 9, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Divorce is one of the toughest things you may experience in your lifetime, as your family is torn apart by it. It is a stressful process, no matter how smoothly you strive for it to go. When going through a…
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If you’re dating an alcoholic, it’s understandable that you’re torn about what to do. On the one hand, you love this person and have great concern. On the other hand, you are tired of the mood swings and unpredictable behavior…
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Marriage is not easy by anyone’s account. But it can be a very fulfilling partnership, as long as some of the kinks are worked out along the way. Key to a successful marriage is clear communication. Compromise and acceptance also…
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Women may try to be subtle, but they likely give themselves away when flirting. After all, flirting in and of itself is a game of clues that shows someone is interested! If you are on the market to meet a…
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