August 28, 2013 Friends and Peers
There is nothing wrong with wanting to help out a friend who is having financial troubles. In fact a good friend will often try to help out in whatever way they can. The problem can be that the friend in…
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August 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage can be a very romantic and exciting time. Thoughts of beautiful dresses, flowers, a grand cake and of course, the honeymoon. They may know each other’s favorite restaurant and family history, but the one thing they seldom talk about…
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August 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage is exciting and scary the first time around. When people are thinking about getting remarried, guess what? It is exciting and scary. Aside from the excitement and nerves, people getting remarried often have different expectations than when they married…
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August 27, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Men and women are almost as different as night and day in the way they approach life situations. This fact can make communication frustrating for both sides. Women in general want a man who is sensitive to her wants and…
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If you are looking into a nursing home for yourself or a loved one, there are some key things to observe while touring the home(s). It is not good enough to read fancy brochures or checking out a website. It…
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August 26, 2013 Friends and Peers
Friends are a very special part of a person’s life that should never be taken for granted. True friendships take time to develop and require regular maintenance to keep. Just because you have been friends with someone for a number…
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August 25, 2013 Friends and Peers
If you have ever wondered what happened to certain old friends from high school or friends that you have lost touch with over the course of the years, then you may have considered trying to get in contact with them…
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August 25, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
It can be easy to fall into a “me” frame of mind in a marriage. The reason it is so easy is that people focus on the efforts they are putting into making the marriage and household run smoothly. They…
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There is so much talk about the need for parents to treat their children equally. To a point this is true; to a different degree it is cruel. You simply cannot treat each child the same way because they are…
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Some parents suffer from “Empty Nest Syndrome” when their children are all out of the home and starting their own lives. Other parents may, in their own way, celebrate by taking up new hobbies or traveling. What happens when one…
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The idea of a hope chest in the past was to place items in a large box, generally cedar, in preparation for marriage. The items included clothing, dishes and blankets among various other important items. In the modern world, this…
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August 25, 2013 Crisis Support
Relationships are full of ups and downs and a person may be left wondering if it is even worth the hassle. This is how a normal relationship goes. However, when abuse becomes part of a relationship, it is not worth…
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August 24, 2013 Crisis Support
Domestic violence is a real life nightmare. No one ever asks to be abused and no one ever deserves the abuse. It doesn’t matter what excuses or apologies are given, abuse is never acceptable. People have heard these statements and…
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August 23, 2013 Crisis Support
Domestic violence is a very touchy subject in the hearts and minds of many people. There are many forms of abuse and unfortunately it happens more than the public is aware of, in fact, it could be happening to someone…
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Dating and relationships can be challenging. People of the world know men are nearly impossible to figure out. Men are infamous for sending mixed signals. They even play hard to get, in their own way. It’s due to this behavior that…
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When two people end a relationship, usually being friends is the farthest thing from their minds. This is not always the case, however, some people can maintain a sort of friendship after breaking up. If you want to be friends…
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The beginning stages of a relationship are fun and exciting. The couple spends a lot of time together getting to know what the other one is all about. When they discover that do not have anything in common, sometimes they…
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The dating arena can be really tough these days. First off, it can be a challenge just finding someone to consider dating. If you do not drink or otherwise enjoy a social scene like bars and clubs, where can you…
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People are as unpredictable as the weather sometimes. For example two people are on a date and it started out really well, but halfway through, one person takes on a negative attitude. By the time the date ends, the other…
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The world of dating can be complicated and confusing. Each guy has his own unique personality. Some guys are very outgoing and sociable, while others are more reserved and prefer quiet times. A guy might be talkative around his close friends…
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It is true that breaking up with someone is usually very difficult. People are left unsure of what to do with themselves, especially if they were in a long time relationship. People often go through a roller coaster of emotions…
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August 21, 2013 Relationships and Family - Other
Self esteem and self image often go hand in hand. People with low self esteem and have a poor view of their own bodies do not just affect themselves and their own lives, they affect their loved ones as well….
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No matter where you go, you can find stories about how a person’s anger got the best of them. People say things that are intended to hurt others, when they are angry. Sometimes extreme anger can turn into full blown…
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It seems like too many families focus on the negative aspects of the snowy, icy winter months. They worry about getting sick, how much snow is on the ground and how cold it is outside. These people enjoy the summer…
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August 20, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
The time immediately following getting married is very critical for most couples because that is when they are trying to set up their new life together. While it may be fun and exciting moving in and decorating the new home,…
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August 19, 2013 Friends and Peers
Millions of people go to work everyday, some enjoy it and some do it because it pays the bills. Regardless of how you feel about your particular job, it is a good idea to socialize with your coworkers. Socializing on…
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August 19, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
Couples disagree and even argue, that is a fact of relationships and life itself. People do not generally get along every second of every day. This is human nature and most people accept it and learn how to deal with…
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August 18, 2013 Marriage and Divorce
A common mistake people often make is feeling that they are trapped in an unsatisfying relationship. This is simply not true. Everyone has options available to them. They can do their best to work through the problems with or without…
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August 16, 2013 Friends and Peers
Most people do not particularly enjoy going to work every day. Work is just another way of saying that the bills will get paid and you will continue to eat. Some people can deal with the daily grind at work…
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August 16, 2013 Friends and Peers
A toxic friendship can sneak up on you if you are not careful. Toxic friends are people that want someone to pay attention to them and help them, without having to be a good friend in return. These people are…
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