Author Archive: Freyda Tartak
Freyda Tartak
November 11, 2015
Skin and Body
Modern times are a fantastic fusion of knowledge and accessibility. We are more educated than ever before and are able to find the skin care products that can address virtually any concern. On the one hand, you might think that…
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Freyda Tartak
October 9, 2015
Skin and Body
Chapped lips can be a major problem in the winter time. They are painful and unsightly and, for those that are prone to them, can increase the chances of getting cold sores. Preventing the problem is not all that difficult…
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Freyda Tartak
September 19, 2015
Makeup
Though the ravages of numerous humanitarian missions, familial scandals, scads of natural and adopted offspring, and a tumultuous, publicly paraded, illicit love affair with one of the worlds’ sexiest men, have all taken their toll on the unanimously celebrated physical…
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Freyda Tartak
August 21, 2015
Skin and Body
With the heat and humidity of the warmer months behind us you are likely to start feeling the skin on your face feel a bit tighter. Looking in the mirror you are embarrassed to see flakes on your nose and…
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Freyda Tartak
August 5, 2015
Dating
One of the toughest things to do is catch the eye of the person you would like to get to know a whole lot better. Sure, they may already know you but, how to get them to really notice you…
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Freyda Tartak
July 20, 2015
Dating
Before even beginning to decide how to handle the shock of discovering a boyfriend’s indiscretions it is important to step back and take a little time to calm down. True, this is easier said than done. But, it doesn’t change…
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Freyda Tartak
July 8, 2015
Dating
While it is true that some people make better friends than lovers, chances are that if there is any doubt in your mind it probably is not a good idea to pursue a friendship. Many people go the route of…
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Freyda Tartak
June 26, 2015
Communication
Prom night is one of the most symbolic of high school events. For many, it far outweighs the importance of graduation. In many ways, it marks the graduation into adulthood. While some may choose to go solo or with friends,…
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Freyda Tartak
June 25, 2015
Family
One of the best ways to connect as a family is to disconnect from your everyday life and head out to a theme park. There are many options, all over the country that could suite this purpose. One attraction that…
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Freyda Tartak
June 12, 2015
Dating
Relationships are about emotion. What draws us to another individual and makes us emotionally committed to that person has nothing to do with truth or lies. It is has everything to do with our perception of that person and the…
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Freyda Tartak
June 12, 2015
Clothes
The Skirt Length Theory goes something like this: When the stock market plunges, so do skirt lengths. Fashion is often dictated by peripheral circumstances such as the state of the economy and if the world is going through a peaceful…
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Freyda Tartak
June 6, 2015
Family
So many of us feel conflicted between the need to provide for our families and our ability to truly make the most out of our time with them. The rigors and demands of everyday life frequently sap so much of…
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Freyda Tartak
May 16, 2015
Clothes
Gothic fashion is as much about raw sensuality as it is about understated elegance. The simplicity of simple, straight black lines, accented by silver and deep, dark colours such as red, burgundy and purple seethe of regal self confidence. To…
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Freyda Tartak
May 16, 2015
Dating
We’ve all heard the dos and don’ts of dating. But, some of those things don’t make a whole lot of sense any more. Times have changed and maybe it is okay to bypass some of those outdated ideas. Don’t talk…
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Freyda Tartak
May 15, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
When we meet that special somebody, we are driven by kismet, by sexual desire, by chemistry. We don’t rationalize and observe. We just do. One thing we do badly, though, is be appreciative of each other. Even if it starts…
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Freyda Tartak
April 30, 2015
Skin and Body
How is it that we are so good at knowing how to take care of those we love most, and pretty much neglect doing the same for ourselves? While ‘ego’ gets a bad wrap, pretty much most of the time,…
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Freyda Tartak
April 24, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
Not everybody marries for love. But even those that do may find themselves living without it. That does not mean that the relationship cannot be mutually satisfying. Marriage is a contract between two individuals to come together and mind each…
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Freyda Tartak
April 14, 2015
Communication
Figuring out when to bring up sex can be exciting and nerve racking. After all, sex is such an intimate and intimidating topic. It is natural to worry that bringing it up at the wrong time may fizzle a romantic…
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Freyda Tartak
March 27, 2015
Clothes
With every special occasion there is the big question: “What should I wear?” When it comes to winter weddings, this becomes an even heavier question. After all, in addition to considering style you also have to take into account inclement…
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Freyda Tartak
March 1, 2015
Dating
You sit and wonder if you have the strength to walk away. Things just don’t feel right and you have come to the painful realization that you will need to have that break-up conversation. But, how to do it? The…
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Freyda Tartak
February 24, 2015
Style and Beauty - Other
Magazines sell image. They sell ideas. Sure, it has an impact on the reader’s self-esteem. But, only in so far as they were prepared to let it bug them. A woman does not pick up the latest fashion rag if…
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Freyda Tartak
February 13, 2015
Marriage and Divorce
Real marriage is built on only one thing: Trust. Some may argue that this is not true. Love, they will say, is the tie that binds. This is a fallacy. The modern idea of marrying for love is predated by…
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Freyda Tartak
February 9, 2015
Clothes
Industry approved uniforms in a working kitchen are a must for real-world Chefs. While the masters on television often do have some sort of cooking skills to back up their claim, they are often given the gig based on their…
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Freyda Tartak
January 14, 2015
Skin and Body
So much of how people view each other has to do with what they look like that people are often obsessed with their body image. The first three seconds of an initial meeting is all it takes to form deep…
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Freyda Tartak
January 12, 2015
Communication
If you can think of somebody that always has a way of knocking you off balance without even batting an eye, you’re not alone. A passive-aggressive personality is one of the hardest types of people to deal with. Still, deal…
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Freyda Tartak
December 23, 2014
Marriage and Divorce
Though most people realize that to err is human, why is it that we are least willing to forgive the faults of those closest to us? Is it because we see in them a reflection of what we most want…
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Freyda Tartak
December 4, 2014
Communication
To assume that it is easy to treat others the way you wish to be treated is to assume that everybody sees the world in the exact same way. In reality, this is far from the case. What is kind…
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Freyda Tartak
October 19, 2014
LGBT
I heard the strangest quote the other day. Somebody was talking about the outrage that was spurred on by President Obama’s notion that the American Constitution was flawed. “How dare he!” To think that there could be such a thing…
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Freyda Tartak
September 18, 2014
LGBT
Had the title of this debate been “nature vs. nurture,” the answer may be more clear-cut. As it is, the argument implies that the human body can somehow be partitioned into self-sufficient departments, getting together for quarterly meetings. The mind…
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Freyda Tartak
August 6, 2014
Hair
Chances are that if you are reading this article you are a busy mom and need to figure out a way to look your best without spending an inordinate amount of time on silly things like doing your hair. Next…
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