In any relationship concerning affairs of the heart there are any number of negative associated issues that a couple must eventually conquer,and humor is important in a dating relationship as a tool to initiate positive emotions. In order for any…
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People change, life changes, and relationships change right along with them. It is a fact that cannot be manipulated to keep a comfortable situation in tact, and because of this the feelings for the individual you were once infatuated with…
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Relationships tend to follow a definitive course based on the quality of the foundation they were originally built upon. The direction and duration are seemingly predetermined in fate, but there are a number of telltale signs that indicate that a…
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A successful relationship need not be a perfect union of companionship and affection, but it must have a considerable element of flexibility at it’s core. As every aspect of life is constantly changing, relationships require the ability to expand and…
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There are an untold number of problems that face every relationship, and regardless of effort or sensitivity everyone takes a turn at either causing or getting hurt feelings. Some transgressions are minor and pass quickly or can be attributed to…
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The discussion of death is a more difficult subject than most people care to approach in casual conversation, most due to the depth and range of attitudes concerning the topic. To begin with, death is a frightening thought to many…
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A home environment is only as good as the quality of it’s residents outlook, and a home filled with peace and harmony usually produces well-adjusted contributors to society. Conversely, a home filled with dysfunction usually produces dysfunctional people, and in…
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When a loved one becomes seriously ill, the emotionality of the illness goes beyond the inflicted individual, as the desires of the patient are addressed by family members. The question as to where and by whom the patient will be…
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February 24, 2015 Communication
No sane individual likes being the bearer of ill tidings, but we all get a turn at being the villain occasionally. When giving someone bad news it is best to soften the blow if possible with a little kindness and…
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As people age, the need for assistance in daily living becomes evident as physical health erodes and mental faculties may digress. Many elders are fortunate enough to have family members who can help in some manner, and each contribution no…
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One of the most difficult decisions ever to be made in life is the one which results in a loved one being placed into a nursing home setting. Regardless of the circumstances and reasoning, there is an unstated thought process…
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Moving an elderly parent into your house is a coin-flip, there is no certainty that your parent will enjoy the new accommodations or that you will embrace the change in a new family dynamic. Usually, the circumstance is driven by…
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January 28, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
The concept of marriage usually always involves some type of work for each member of a married couple in order to achieve a lasting relationship, but every man can become the world’s best husband in the eyes of their wife…
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January 27, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
For those women who aspire to become the world’s best wife, the actions and behaviors that are not taken in the relationship are just as important, if not more important, than the deeds that are executed within the marriage. While…
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To those among us who are seasoned enough to remember “the good old days”, what the young people of today refer to as vintage clothing is nothing more than the casual wear of our youth. Fashion being the circular beast…
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A bad hair cut falls into the category of nuisances much the same as death and taxes – it can’t be avoided, it can be tough to deal with and you definitely will not like it when it occurs. Since…
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December 21, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
A marriage is a living entity created by love and can be killed painfully through the neglect of it’s participants. The fragile balance of a marriage that allows it to grow and prosper through tremendous hardship can be set askew…
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Romance tends to be an area of life that allows personal expression in a circumstance that is ripe for adventurous exploration, and there are tons of cheap ways to be romantic that can convey the depth of your emotions without…
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When middle age approaches it can be quite distressing for an individual to realize that their life is just about half over, and perhaps their best days are behind them. Different personality types handle the situation in their own way…
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August 10, 2014 Marriage and Divorce
The conventional school of thought when it comes to marital problems is to communicate, give a little, and eventually it will hopefully work out. In the extreme cases where couples cannot resolve their issues the old fashioned way, a marriage…
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When a friend is in crisis they turn to the people they trust and respect the most for concern and support while they sort out the possible alternatives for resolution. When a friend in trouble looks to us for council,…
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It is inevitable that in every relationship a couple will eventually experience their fair share of arguments – it is impossible for two people to live together without some type of disharmony surfacing. A smart couple that is attentive to…
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Getting along in any work environment can be difficult at times, but knowing the right way to get along with stupid people in the workplace can make the road from Monday morning to Friday afternoon a lot less stressful. Regardless…
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Narcissistic personalities by nature are self-absorbed within a delusional existence created by their own sense of self importance, and are extremely difficult to communicate with openly. Every discussion, dilemma or instance that requires immediate attention impacts their World with much…
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July 9, 2014 Friends and Peers
Friendship by it’s very nature, dictates a certain code of honorable behavior between individuals involved in the relationship. While everyone has their own perspective of what appropriate behavior is, it is usually a mutual show of respect and concern for…
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In a parents viewpoint, on some level their child will always be a child in some regard, simply because they have seen a baby progress through life to stand independently and prosper – but in the back of their memory…
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Most guys, myself included, would never consider undertaking processes that historically apply to women only. The word “dye” to the human male is just that, something that would result in the immediate emasculation of the participant. However there comes a…
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I can still remember the putrid stench I encountered seemingly on a weekly basis as a kid, that encompassed our house and made eyes tear, throats choke, and nostrils scream for oxygen. No, we didn’t live on a pig farm…
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Suicide-related behavior in the elderly may be more prevalent than most of us think, and often times the symptoms go unrecognized to family members and friends. Collectively as a society, we tend to view Senior Citizens as that strong founders…
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In a certain sense, when a person marries they don’t just take on a spouse, but gain an entire extended family full of diverse personalities. While it may not feel important to the individual to become extraordinarily close to the…
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