November 6, 2015 Communication
My wife and I experienced a long-distance relationship when I was in California and she was in Boston. We both moved to Los Angeles so I could pursue my film-making career, but she had to give up her job as…
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It sucks being the victim of a manipulative person, and the first thought is revenge! But like the Chinese proverb says,” revenge is a dish best served cold”. Everyone at some time in their life has been a victim of…
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Having dry feet is no fun, but the good news is that an easy method of curing the problem exists. First, what are the symptoms of dry feet? Flaky and itchy skin, so itchy that you might have to to…
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From a man’s point of view, are clothes chosen more for style or comfort? Since I’m not out in the world taking surveys on this question, I must speak from personal experience. Comfort, comfort and more comfort is my motto! …
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Do you want to shave in the most environmentally, thrifty, green way? Could you have ever imagined that this was even a remote possibility even ten years ago. Or that people would care about shaving in a “green” fashion? Wow, how…
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Since only children get more attention from their parents, the natural result is that they are used to this attention, and when they can’t get what they want, it could be a problem. Yes, they are a bit more spoiled….
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Are your toenails turning into little swords that shred your socks and scar and indent the legs of your partner in bed? Then it’s time to get out the nail clipper and start trimming away! Clipping one’s toenails are never…
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People have been searching for the truth since the dawn of time. It is the ultimate destination, the treasured “pot of gold at the end of the rainbow”, so to speak. Is it wise to always, without question, speak the…
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Nose hair is not something that you want growing out of your shnoz……It’s not attractive, it’s not handsome, and it’s not stylish! It can be downright disgusting in fact. But nose hair is necessary, believe it or not. The reason…
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The horror of people jumping out of windows. Let’s never forget what happened on 9/11…. No, don’t get the wrong idea, the terrorists weren’t justified by using suicide to further their aims. There were a bunch of people trapped around…
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February 16, 2015 Communication
The fear of public speaking ranks right up there at the top of the “fear” chart for a lot of folks. Why is public speaking perceived to be difficult? Is this fear something that is ingrained in us? The fear…
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February 16, 2015 Communication
Our elderly relatives can teach us an awful lot about living! They’ve been “through the mill”, so to speak, and it’s always the mark of a wise man to listen and not repeat the same mistakes that others have made. …
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January 24, 2015 Crisis Support
The word death sounds so much like the end, but it can be thought of as the beginning. For most of us, death is our greatest fear. The bogeyman will get us and kill us! The wild animals in the…
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December 22, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
One of the major causes of divorce is financial stress. Especially with the way the economy is today, it really takes discipline to make a marriage work as there is only so much money to go around. Partners in a…
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December 4, 2014 Communication
It isn’t always easy to treat other people as you would like to be treated, especially people who cause you problems. Treating others with respect who have been vindictive to you, or always seem to throw hurdles in your path, takes…
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November 13, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Taking a vacation can be a huge stress-buster for the married couple! Most people look forward to a good vacation, and when marriage is part of the equation, the rule should be double the fun. Why are vacations so important to reducing…
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There is no one right way to become a better husband. Everyone is different, but there are some golden rules that I live by that seem to keep our marriage on an even keel. If I can impart some information to…
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September 4, 2014 Communication
No one is perfect! In fact, perfection really doesn’t exist, except in the mind. We live in a constantly changing world, a dynamic existence that demands change. It’s called adaption, and so far the human animal has succeeded quite well. …
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Talk about having some rude relatives! When I would have some of my friends over, they would consider it rude the way some of my uncle’s opinions on certain subjects were voiced, but I understood that there was never any malice…
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Not only is communication not over-rated, it is probably the most under-rated tool we have when relating to our fellow man! Proper and vital communication can ward off potential catastrophes as well. There are many forms of communication, but no matter…
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I’m lucky in that I have a great relationship with my in-laws! We have always been cordial with each other, and only rarely disagree. But it’s important to realize what being married really means, and why having a good relationship…
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April 29, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Having a good wife is priceless! The first thing every husband should recognize in their wives are all the “hidden” chores and niceties she does for him. Many men don’t realize all the work it takes for a women who…
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February 15, 2014 Communication
Gossips are in the business of spreading negative rumours about someone or something, and they usually have no basis in fact! Don’t we all know a few of these people? Don’t we wish we didn’t? Unfortunately, they exist and they…
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February 15, 2014 Communication
We live in a “I’ve-got-to-have-it-now-and-I-can’t-wait” society where patience has been relegated to the back-burner. Whether we like it or not, our technological civilization has almost forced us into a speed-crazed lifestyle. How many times have you heard the phrase…”I miss the…
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February 14, 2014 Communication
It’s always nice to receive a compliment from someone who recognizes you. To be noticed for the thing or things that one does is important, because it shows that others appreciate what one has done. In fact, when one receives…
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When I was growing up, one of the things I looked forward to in life the most was spending quality time with my father. Unfortunately, that time was never enough! I was the youngest of five children, and my dad…
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December 18, 2013 Friends and Peers
Making new friends at any age and keeping them can be the key to a happier life. Human beings have an inherent need to belong, and strong social contacts are one of the essential building blocks to that satisfying and joyful life….
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November 15, 2013 Communication
Nothing is more annoying than a pushy salesperson. Many of us have encountered these types, these irritating mosquito-like creatures that buzz around you making inane statements and trying to get you to buy something that you might not have the…
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November 15, 2013 Communication
Time is money, and for those bosses who change their mind frequently, or can’t make up their mind at all, then tactfully suggesting to them that they are costing the company money might just do the trick! Be very, very…
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