Talking through Problems
Let’s talk about it. How many times have you said that to someone you are having problems with, only for this to fall on deaf ears? It seems that some people would rather go to the dentist than confront and…
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Author Archive: Ann E. Smith
Tips for Back to School Shopping
With the end of summer comes a family ritual: back-to-school shopping. This time-honored tradition includes purchasing new fall school clothes for your children. With the economy in a major recession, you likely need to make some adjustments this year. For…
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How to have a Happy Relationship
March 9, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage is not easy, and there is no magic formula for a successful one. However, crucial to a happy relationship is learning to accept yourself as well as your significant other. And part of acceptance is recognizing your faults as…
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What is a Skin Tag Skin Tags Skin Tag Removal Skin Conditions Skin Tags Dangerous
Have you ever noticed a few tiny flesh-colored growths on your neck and wondered what they were? They did not look like moles as they were not darkly colored, and they stuck out a bit. You may have also noticed…
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Things that Hurt a Marriage
March 7, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage requires work, and a healthy marriage requires a great deal of patience, trust and mutual respect as well. With the divorce rate continuing to climb, however, it is clear that failure in marriage is about as common as success….
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The Top five Beauty Buys on a Budget
March 7, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
So you’re on a tight budget like millions of others. Yet you do not want to give up a few of your favorite beauty products. After all, you still want to look your best – even during a recession. Do…
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Scars how to Remove Scars getting Rid of Scars can you get Rid of Scars Scar Removal
When you see someone with a scar, you often wonder what story lies behind it. Did that person have a motorcycle crash? Has he been in a street fight? Did he jump from his fraternity house’s window in a drunken…
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Life is about appreciating the simple things, and one of those is a long, steamy bath. What a great way to end a long day, calming your nerves and washing away your troubles For those special occasions, though, when you…
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Save my Marriage
March 4, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage is not easy for anyone. And every relationship has its share of ups and downs. But sometimes things are really heading in a downward spiral, and you realize your marriage is in serious trouble. Perhaps you suspect that your…
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How to be Confident in yourself after a Bad Break up
Breaking up is hard to do, and a really bad break-up can shake your confidence. Your self-esteem may be at an all-time low, especially if you were not the person who decided to end things. And no matter who called…
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Communications Issues in Marriage
Are you involved in a dating relationship or marriage? If so, you know that it takes lots of work! If you are not in one but have been involved in a serious relationship in the past, you may enjoy the…
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Coping with an Uncomfortable Date
Coping with an uncomfortable date Dating can be a great time, but it can also provide some uncomfortable moments. So many scenarios come into play, especially on a first or second date. There are countless opportunities for awkwardness, ranging from…
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Ways to Express Love
February 24, 2015 Communication
Do you ever get frustrated that your spouse does not tell you he loves you as often as you’d like? While it’s wonderful to hear these words, remember that words can be hollow if actions do not back them up….
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How to Communicate better
February 24, 2015 Communication
Small talk serves a purpose. It works well at cocktail parties or the water cooler at work, and on first dates. It can be an ice breaker when you join a new group. There are times, though, when you want…
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How to Build Relationships at Work
February 24, 2015 Communication
Building good relationships in the workplace is in many ways similar to building good relationships outside of work. Similar to making friends in your neighborhood or at church, you need to get a good feel for the culture, and then…
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Cheap Romantic Date Ideas
So you’ve found someone special and want to spend time getting to know this person. But money is a bit tight, especially given the current economy. The good news is there are some neat things you can do without spending…
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How to be Compatible in a Relationship
Have you had yet another failed relationship? If so, it can be a depressing feeling. But, if you are truly honest with yourself, you may realize that the relationship had very little chance of long-term success. The reason being: you…
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Single and Happy Myth or not
Is it possible to be single and happy, or is this just a myth? In reality, both single and married people can be happy – or miserable, and marital status is not necessarily the determining factor. While being single is…
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How to Deal with a know it all at Work
February 17, 2015 Communication
Your patience can be greatly tested when dealing with a know-it-all. And it gets even more challenging if this person is a colleague on your team! You are now faced with this annoying personality on a daily basis. That being…
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When do you know its Time to Break up
Breaking up is hard to do – sometimes so much so that it can be years in the work. Conversely, some couples stay together even when utterly miserable, so as to avoid the dreaded end of the marriage or relationship….
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What you can Discuss at Work
February 11, 2015 Communication
Co-workers are a different breed than friends, and should be treated as such. No matter how connected you feel with them, you should proceed with some caution when engaging in conversation, especially as you get to know them. And there…
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Communications Times when Texting is too Impersonal
February 11, 2015 Communication
Increasingly, young people are turning to texting rather than talking in person or on the phone. Most teenagers seem to prefer texting to talking. And that is somewhat alarming, as texting is far less personal than actual conversations. People who…
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How to tell if you can Trust a Friend
February 10, 2015 Friends and Peers
Trust is a precious thing, and it is really hard to find someone you can truly trust. For many people, they feel they can turn to family members with their secrets and hardships. Yet for others, information like that spreads…
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Friendship Issues Advice
February 10, 2015 Friends and Peers
If you’re like many people, you’ve lived through a terrible breakup. The pain was unbearable at first; your appetite disappeared; you tossed and turned each night, trying to sort through the confusing questions and emotions. No matter how you slice…
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Friendship Issues Advice
February 8, 2015 Friends and Peers
Life can be hard, and as we get older, it can take its toll. Problems that were present years ago often become more pronounced. If mental illness is involved, this can be especially true. Many mental illness issues get progressively…
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How to Understand Nonverbal Communication
February 7, 2015 Communication
When I studied communication in graduate school, I learned that 93 percent of communication is nonverbal. That’s right. Most of what we tell others is relayed in ways other than words: our facial expressions, our posture, our tone of voice…
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How to Cope with Family Thanksgiving Stress
Family time can be stressful, and it tends to heighten during the holidays. If you’re planning to visit family this year at Thanksgiving, do you feel both a sense of excitement and dread? If so, you share this mixed bag…
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How to look your best
February 5, 2015 Skin and Body
Are you interested in letting your inner beauty shine? If so, you are in luck. There are several things that any woman can do to bring out her natural beauty. It just requires a bit of work and commitment. Below…
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Single Life how to Enjoy Evenings at Home alone
Being single past the age of 25 can be challenging. You are likely to live alone, and your gang of friends has started to disintegrate. Some have married, had children and moved to the suburbs. Other people are highly focused…
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How to Apologize
January 21, 2015 Communication
No matter what part of the world you live in, there are certain universal truths. And one of them is that it is hard to say “I’m sorry.” However, as people mature and learn more about themselves, including what it…
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