Suicide is one of humankind’s greatest tragedies. It is also one of our greatest secrets, a secret of the mind. It has power, almost too much power. For me, there was one face, one very special face, that fills my mind…
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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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Life is not all bed and roses. That is the phrase which is often uttered to show that life isn’t always cheery. Therefore, when life turns upside down, where can you turn will be the question on most minds. Below…
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You can’t fix it. Get that through your head. If you start there then your support will be more helpful. The next thing is to understand there are a variety of reasons for depression. Sometimes it is existential. Depressing things…
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From the outside looking in, it may be difficult to understand why anyone would injure themselves, the thought of a teenager harming themselves can be down right alarming. Sure, we can sit here and talk about all the psychological reasons…
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Modern times are violent times, and getting mugged no longer makes front page news. It’s an every day occurrence – until it happens to you or someone you love, and then it becomes an earth-shattering experience, and you feel that…
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The term, getting mugged, can’t possibly cover or describe what people go through when someone assaults them, for whatever reason, though it’s usually to rob them of their possessions and/or money. Sometimes people are injured when being mugged, and sometimes…
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Although flowers might be traditional, there are many other tokens that you can give instead when you go to a funeral. These gifts may be more practical and appreciated by the family. Consider the following ideas. Donation to a charity…
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At one point or another on the road of life we all eventually find ourselves in the position to either require help or possess the ability to reach out to someone in need. Helping someone in a difficult situation is…
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The first thing to get out of the way when discussing this subject is that nobody deserves to get raped, ever. I don’t agree with anyone who states “she was asking for it” and I believe women have the right…
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Various problems and difficulties that plagued life, can make us depressed. And if that happens a protracted, obviously can be dangerous. Daring deeds might have done too. What should I do if my spouse were depressed? 1. Discuss carefully When…
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In an effort to ensure that those on both sides of this debate are on the same page, it should be stated that under no circumstances is rape excusable and the victims of sexual assault should never be blamed for…
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Death is a part of life and at some point we will all take our final breath. Sometimes we have “warning” such as fatal diseases that worsen over a period of time. But often, death comes unexpectedly, giving us no…
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One of the hardest things a person ever has to do is helplessly watch a loved one suffer. When a life partner is suffering from depression it is absolutely natural to go through a period of mourning, complete with denial,…
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As humans, we are capable of experiencing moments of great joy and elation throughout our lives. These are moments that fill us with happiness and, some would say, make life worth living. At the same time that life offers…
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When a member of one’s family is suffering with a mental illness, the whole family is suffering right alongside him or her. Mental illness is a terrible disease and unfortunately, it is one that is rarely understood by those who…
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Because emergencies are by nature unpredictable, all families should have a family emergency plan so that everyone will know what to do if disaster strikes. An example of something that is truly important for families, is the designated meet-up place…
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In the legal and personal sense, what happens in the aftermath of a crisis such as rape is tricky and full of possible sinkholes for the victim and those who are trying to help the victim. Based on past history,…
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Depression, whether temporary or longstanding, is a terrible thing to have to deal with. When a person is coping with feelings of depression, the people who are close to them will be feeling the effects of this emotional trouble, as…
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Are you someone who is married or in a relationship? If so, is it correct that your relationship appears to be on shaky ground? In order for a relationship to last indefinitely, there are a lot of things that the…
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When a loved one dies, the decisions to face are tough. Point-blank, no one is emotionally ready to say goodbye to the person loved and cared for, but decisions must be made. A popular choice for many people is cremation….
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An Irish wake is a traditional funeral ritual and right of the dead and those who mourn them. There have been changes over the years. But lets examine the most traditional of wakes, the Caoineath. The wake is conducted in…
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Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. That is what we often here about our eventual re-joining of the matter from which we came. Then the funeral industry came along and embalming became the preferred method for “preserving” the body for…
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The decision to be or not be cremated may come from a lifetime of deep-seated beliefs (i.e., cultural, superstitious, or religious). Many people base their decision on these factors. However, there may be overriding issues that will dominate the deceased’s…
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Well, who said funerals were going to be fun, anyway? There are probably a number of subjects that should be avoided at any given funeral. My best guess is, the closer you are to someone, the more subjects there are…
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“Help Me! Help Me! I’ve been raped!” A young woman over the Internet claims she was raped the next morning after having consensual sex the night before with the same man. Apparently, the next morning, the young man sexually forced…
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There have been many incidents of stalking that have resulted in the death of the victim as well as others or at least have left victims in fear of being killed. The behaviors and persistence displayed by stalkers when pursuing…
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It is a well-known fact that the family plays a crucial role in the recovery process for a person suffering from mental illness. However, it can be psychologically and physically exhausting for the family to be taking care of its…
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Subjects to Avoid at Funerals I just walked out on two of my friends. One was dead, the other was just dead wrong. Mike died after a long and painful illness. His fifteen-year-old, Jay, elected to live with his dad,…
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It may be irresponsible to walk down a dark alley at night, barely dressed, and some people do get raped because they find themselves in that situation. But to answer the question “Are some victims of rape irresponsible?”; you would…
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