Considered the world’s most beloved footwear, sneakers have a long and interesting history. In the 1830s, people wore the first rubber soled shoes with lace up strings called sand shoes. Sand shoes were developed as beachwear by the New Liverpool…
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In 1967, body image changed dramatically, drastically, and forever, when an androgynous model from England, Lesley Lawson, was featured on the cover of the high couture magazine Vogue. She became wildly popular and was given the appropriate nickname “Twiggy”. Painfully…
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People walk an average of 115,000 miles in their lifetime. Approximately 75% of the population suffers from foot pain at some point. The main causes for foot pain are wearing shoes that force feet into unnatural positions and shapes, and…
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September 19, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
If your partner is too needy they may suffer from a form of Dependent Personality Disorder, which includes having a controlling personality. A needy partner excels in making you feel sorry for them. They suffer from having a low self-esteem. They…
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July 2, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
It is not uncommon to enter relationships in the heat of the moment, with little forethought. Or once upon committing to a relationship, reality steps in and there are failed expectations. The singer, Usher, once said, “If you’re with an…
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July 2, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
If your partner is too needy they may suffer from a form of Dependent Personality Disorder, which includes having a controlling personality. A needy partner excels in making you feel sorry for them. They suffer from having a low self-esteem. They…
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July 2, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
Social online networking is used by 66% of online adults, as of February 2012, according to the Pew Research Center. It is not difficult to form bonds with someone you meet online. You have chatted online for hours, and you feel…
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July 2, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
If you are in a relationship where your partner is simply playing the part of a warm body, you are in a loveless relationship. If you are in a relationship that involves infidelity, any form of abuse, addictions, or where…
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July 1, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
Abusive relationships cross all lines regardless of age, socioeconomic status, profession, educational background, religion, race or culture. Abusive relationships include emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Abusive relationships are kept secret because of fear and shame. Women are usually the victims…
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Women buy shoes that hurt their feet because women prefer fashion over comfort. International runways, fashion magazines, and what the rich and famous wear, dictate the current fashion trends from head to foot for many women. Women go to great lengths…
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Remember the thrill of freedom when you left home and moved into your first place of your own? It was exhilarating to come and go as you pleased without having to answer to anyone. You could eat anything you wanted…
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How can you tell if your significant other is lying to you? You think your boyfriend has another girlfriend. Should you rely on your natural instincts or “gut feelings”. Yes, because you have subconsciously picked up clues that he is…
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In many cultures throughout the world, elderly members of the family are highly respected for their wisdom and are kept at home with their children and grandchildren. The family seeks their advice regarding important matters. They also seek the approval…
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Girls used to pick daisies and pick off petals one by one. The first petal pulled indicated “He loves me!” The next petal pulled off the daisy indicated “He loves me not”. The last petal would tell her future with…
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September 6, 2013 Communication
Conflict is everywhere. The better one can deal with conflict and argue effectively, the better one is able to deal with people in general. The skills needed for effective arguments are the same skills that can be applied to many…
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August 25, 2013 Relationships and Family - Other
To kiss or not to kiss; that is the question. The importance of the first kiss is taking the leap from being two complete strangers, or two people who have known each other for a long time, to becoming intimate…
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August 14, 2013 Relationships and Family - Other
Philip Calvin McGraw, Ph.D. (born Sept. 1, 1950) was a college football linebacker who went on to earn degrees in psychology and went into the practice of psychology with his father. He launched a self-motivation seminar (“Pathways”) which became hugely…
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There are five different types of abuse: physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, neglect and self abuse. Abusers can be of sex, any age, any race or culture, any religion, any socio-economic background and any level of education. Abuse is a…
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You finally awaken to the nightmare of being virtually imprisoned by an abuser. He controls your body and mind. He keeps all of the money so that you have none of your own. You have no transportation as he drives…
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July 19, 2013 Friends and Peers
You are the proud home owner of a nice home in a suburban neighborhood in Pleasantville, USA. You are pleased to have new neighbors. You noticed there are a husband, a wife, and two toddler sons. You have also noticed…
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