November 9, 2014 Skin and Body
A healthy skin looks and feels beautiful- – -inside out! Essential fatty acids can help your skin stay youthful – – -at any age. Armed with knowledge and determination, you can make this happen. Focusing on the foods you put…
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November 5, 2014 Skin and Body
Sunlight can be hazardous to your skin- – -especially if you are a Caucasian. For those having fair skin and light colored hair, sunlight especially plays havoc on their tone and texture. It has been found that dermatological conditions like…
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October 16, 2014 Friends and Peers
Choosing good friends is to a large extent, a natural phenomenon. Rather than being judgemental if someone would make a good friend or not, your best option would be to primarily go by your gut feeling. This would simplify the…
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Happiness is that special, magical component which springs from the heart and makes one feel exuberant and joyful. A happy family is a healthy family. In such an ideal family, maintaining strong family ties is of primary importance to all…
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October 1, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Looking for good qualities in your spouse is what can make your marriage tick. Seeing good in any person and more especially in your spouse is a skill that can be mastered with practice. Undoubtedly, it requires your genuine intent,…
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September 19, 2014 Friends and Peers
Friendship is one of the most powerful of all human relationships. It can revitalize your life and take it to a fresh new level. However, to make this happen and yield a host of many splendor joys associated with friendship,…
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September 7, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
Marriage is a serious proposition; it can survive all of life’s travails when built on a rock solid foundation. The sanctity of marriage lies not only in the exchange of vows, but most importantly in the deep commitment made by…
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August 22, 2014 Relationships and Family - Other
The greatest gift you can give others is to instill in them hope. Hope empowers people with renewed strength to go on when everything else fails. It can have a stabilizing effect on those ridden with uncertainties of life. It…
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One can instinctively recognize a good listener. He is a person who instantaneously communicates genuine interest, understanding and respect to the speaker. By listening intently, he makes a positive connection with the speaker. It is primarily by active listening that…
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Our aging parents need to be treated with a large dose of sensitivity coupled with a larger dose of tender loving care. This lays strong emphasis on the concept of protecting our aging parent in a dignified manner- – -without…
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Dating can be fun! However, if you happen to annoy a girl on a date, you could very well be bereft of all the fun that you enthusiastically anticipated. Dating is a social activity in which interested girls and boys…
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May 17, 2014 Friends and Peers
Human beings are basically gregarious by nature. They are constantly in search for varied facets of friendship- like warmth, understanding, companionship, empathy and sympathy. It is a pity that very often, in their relentless search for it, they fail and…
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Life is unpredictable. Tragedy may strike us when we least expect it. Times of crisis may come our way from time to time. That’s the reality of life. So it’s best to do more than just go through the process…
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Although avoiding confrontation with your spouse may not always be the best option- – -in most instances, doing so would increase your chances of finding greater happiness from your relationship. To bring about amicable solutions to the problems you may…
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March 10, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
The aftermath of divorce can be devastating for you and your children. Having to cope with all the travails and encumbrances from an environment of two –parent home to setting up a second home with and for your children, would…
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February 16, 2014 Communication
Open communication is the bedrock on which all successful relationships, including that of marriage, can be attained. A marriage that lasts “happily ever after” is one that is built on good communication between both the partners. Good communications helps to…
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February 14, 2014 Communication
We all have the need, an ardent desire to communicate and so do our children. Our children want to be heard; they need someone with whom they can share their thoughts, feelings and desires. And who better can your child…
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January 22, 2014 Friends and Peers
Your old friend is ecstatic! She’s just announced that she’s feeling on top of the world having found a new love in her life. She wants you, her old bosom friend to share her enthusiasm. Of course, you are happy…
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Nurturing a healthy, committed relationship is the root element in promoting human happiness and well-being. The quality of our relationship makes a significant difference in all aspects of our lives. For relationships to be productive, a clear intent and focused…
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Human beings are gregarious by nature. Hence it is natural that their lives revolve around manifold relationships. Healthy relationships make living meaningful and fulfilling. Relationships blossom when nourished with tender loving care. When a very special person walks into your…
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December 26, 2013 Communication
Effective communications is the core underlying element in strong, happy families. It is the essence of healthy relationships and the golden key to enriching one’s family life. Effective communications spring from family member’s mutual desire to help each other and…
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December 18, 2013 Friends and Peers
Today in the 21st century with the hectic pace of living, you may find yourself not having much spare time for your old friends. It’s not that you don’t want to; pleasant memories of your old friendships may continue to…
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December 17, 2013 Friends and Peers
Friends are one of life’s greatest possessions. Be they old or new, they can significantly contribute to your happiness. They can yield a powerful influence on your life and enrich it with all things bright, beautiful and wonderful. But, can…
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Mothers-in-law come in all shapes, sizes and temperaments. If you happen to get your mother-in-law on your side and like you, you can have added peace and joy in your marital life, family and in your home. It is critical…
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Healthy Aging is a blessing that is predominantly wished for all elderly relatives. Eating properly coupled with adequate exercise and sleep could play a critical role; it could keep minds and bodies of the elderly in top working condition. Eating properly entails…
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Your good intent to make your in-laws happy, speaks volumes of your genuine concern for your in-laws. To begin with, you sure are on the right track. Creating happiness for another family member- – -especially if that person is not…
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October 30, 2013 Relationships and Family - Other
Maintaining cordial relationship with one’s relatives can be the core element in all rewarding relationships. Relatives are an integral part of loving, close-knit families. They embellish life with many splendored joys and comfort- – – especially during times when you…
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October 29, 2013 Communication
Teenagers are universally known to go through various phases of upheaval in their young lives. The critical period of teen years can have direct bearing on their success in adult years. On one hand, they may be pressed with meeting…
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October 23, 2013 Friends and Peers
Friendship can be one of the most rewarding of life’s joys. With consistent practice and genuine effort, it can turn out to be a lifetime of treasured possession. True friendship can enhance all of your life experiences and significantly impact…
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Currently, your teen may be passing through a very vulnerable stage in his/her life. It could happen that with the pressure of keeping up with his/her peers, your teen may be driven into perilous situations. You, as a discerning parent,…
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