Tresemme shampoo is very inexpensive, especially considering the size of the bottle. It comes in several varieties. Anti-breakage promises to help avoid split ends, while the “sleek”, “volume,” and “curl” varieties offer self-explanatory claims. I buy the moisturizing shampoo and…
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September 5, 2015 Friends and Peers
There are several hings not to say when a friend needs you. The following should help you to avoid saying things which are inappropriate. “Get professional help.” The phrase is an oxymoron. There is no professional help. If your friend…
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Everyone has personal baggage. When someone makes a statement that challenges a deeply held belief, belittles a respected group or individual, or attacks on a personal level, it can be easy to react in a way that you will later…
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June 6, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
This list is written with the article’s title in mind and is thus directed at husbands with regard to how they should treat their wives. However, I must point out that all of these suggestions apply in the reverse direction…
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There is a vast difference between being “honest” and being “candid”. Honesty is simply the absence of deception, while candor is an unchecked eruption of truth. While honesty is a moral imperative, candor is often a sign of bad judgment,…
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Why do nice guys finish last? Because they make themselves so darn hard to see! The key to impressing women isn’t changing yourself or pretending to be someone else. It’s all about showing the world who you really are and…
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I don’t think anyone could answer “no” with a straight face and a sane mind. Of course sexual promiscuity is considered worse for women than it is for men. You could argue otherwise by citing religious or legal texts. That…
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I fail to see why this is a topic of discussion. Goths, in general, wear black clothing, as well as some unusual make up and jewelry. None of those things have any sort of moral or legal consequences. A “Goth”…
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How can a law be written to identify sexual predators and only sexual predators? I don’t pretend to have the answer. My aim is to enumerate the legal/moral conundrums associated with arbitrary age limits. Child molesters incur so much loathing…
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February 11, 2015 Communication
The key word here is “can”. While each relationship is unique, it is only fair to consider the feelings your spouse or partner will experience when you vent about your problems. Exactly what those feelings may be depends on the…
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Most people aren’t great actors. Heck, most actors aren’t great actors! (Have you watched a sit com lately? Neither have I. Point made.) It’s hard to pretend all is well when your spouse is getting on your nerves, or worse…
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February 2, 2015 Crisis Support
Dealing with a friend who is grieving poses the same challenge as supporting someone struggling with a debilitating illness, a divorce, or any other difficulty. The key is striking a balance between being insensitive and being overly solicitous. You’re bound…
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What makes a man attractive to a woman? Is it muscles? Money? A face like a movie star? Guys, you want to know what real women find attractive? Read on. An attractive man is… Not superficial He understands that appearances…
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January 24, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
In truth, one cannot control another adult, and the idea of “letting” a husband (or wife, for that matter) do something is more than a little silly. Adults have every right to make their own choices, as long as those…
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January 19, 2015 Skin and Body
Ultra violet light causes damage to the skin whether you’re strolling through the parking lot at the mall or out for a hike in the woods. Many people put on sunscreen when they plan to be outdoors all day, but…
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1. Thank her for something meaningful, not the dishes or the laundry, although gratitude is always nice. Not even a specially prepared meal. Those are all things she did for you (at least your half of the dishes, clothes, and…
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January 5, 2015 Friends and Peers
Rude is relative. There are those who use expletives as a friendly greeting and others who feel slighted by the smallest lapse in etiquette. Regardless of what you consider impolite, here are a few strategies for responding to what you…
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January 1, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Sharing housework is essential and no marriage can survive without it. Even if the woman is homemaker by “profession”, she will still need some help on occasion. We all need someone to fill in when we’re not feeling well or…
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December 31, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
If I buy a three dollar tech stock that soars to three hundred, does that make me an investment genius? I think it does. I just saw that little company, and I knew, right then, that it would make all…
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November 28, 2014 Friends and Peers
The doctrine of “love thy enemy” is a hard moral principle to obey, especially when one interprets the word “love” to mean warm fuzzy feelings and good will. Emotions are by definition irrational, visceral responses no more a part of…
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November 12, 2014 Skin and Body
If your skin looks dead, that’s because it is. Your skin is constantly growing, replacing itself every 1-2 months. During its lifetime, a skin cell will travel from the inner layer of the skin to the outer layer. The part…
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October 19, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
I realize this title is listed under the “cheating and affairs” category, but I interpret the word “relationship” as having a much broader meaning. People can be involved in intense online “relationships” that have absolutely nothing to do with sex,…
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Age takes its toll on all of us, making daily tasks more difficult, and asking for help never gets easier. Helping an aging parent requires striking a careful balance between meeting that person’s physical needs and allowing him or her…
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What is Botox? The name is a contraction of the words “botulism” and “toxin”. Until fairly recently, botulism and beauty would not have appeared in the same sentence. Botulism bacteria are responsible for the most dangerous type of food poisoning,…
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There are many tricks and tips for appearing to be a good listener. Nodding, making eye contact, and paraphrasing what the other person just said are all easy ways to feign interest. Sometimes, and with some people, they may even…
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It’s never too soon to start an anti-aging skin regimen. Preventative measures in your teens and twenties will keep you looking youthful well into your thirties, forties, and beyond without drastic measures like cosmetic surgery. Of course it’s never too…
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December 3, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
A friendly warning to all men, if you like money, don’t ever criticise your wife’s figure. Butbutbut… Wouldn’t it be cheaper if she didn’t spend money on junk food? Wouldn’t I save money if didn’t have to worry about her…
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