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ARTArticleAre You Heart Smart? How to enhance your emotional quotientYou don’t have to be Albert Einsten to be smart, although having a high IQ has been associated with being intelligent. Having a high IQ means that you are “head smart.” If you have a high IQ, you are good with book knowledge, including theories, facts, figures, etc. There is another way to be ...ARTArticleAre You Stuck in Mou
ing That Began in Childhood?The difference between natural mou
ing and melancholia could be life-long
Call it what you like—chronic mou
ing, extended grieving, death-related depression, melancholia—the effects are the same. A person becomes stuck in the past, devastated by the death of a parent, child, spouse, or sibling, and finds it impossible to move on in life, to work, to develop healthy attachments to others, to walk though life with self esteem and optimism. This often occurs at an early age, but can also affect adults, especially with the death of a child or spouse.ARTArticleAvoid These 5 Mistakes When Trying To Re-Connect With An Ex BoyfriendAlmost every relationship can be salvaged after a breakup, and chances are good that yours is no different... there’s a strong possibility that, if you play your cards right and work at it long enough, you can turn your ex boyfriend’s feelings upside down and make him come running back, begging for a second chance.
Unfortunately, most women trying to get their ex back make a number of mistakes that end up ruining their chances. They do or say things that might seem like a good idea at the time, but are actually pushing their ex boyfriend further away and into the arms of some other women.rARTArticleBreaking Up - Recovery Is Possible!“I refuse to let what happened to me make me bitter. I still completely believe in love and I’m open to anything that will happen to me.” - Nicole Kidman on breaking up
Many years ago when my ex-husband left, I initially thought that this was the end of any hope for love in my life. It took me ...ARTArticleBroken New Year's Resolutions!So it’s been a few months since you made those New Year resolutions and how many are still a daily priority? Probably not many. Why does this happen? Well, I’m here to tell you a few of the most common mistakes made by folks. But first, let’s learn a bit about where this undelivered over ...ARTArticleComfort Zone, Stretch Zone, Panic ZoneYou haven’t had a date in three years. You haven’t attended a party or other social event in two years. You work, go home, watch television or spend time on the computer, go to sleep, get up the next day and do it all over again. In short, you’re in the singles rut. A friend persuades you to go ...ARTArticleCould Cupid Win The Next Primary?Cupid may be popular in some circles, but in others, he'd wouldn't do much better tha
Giuliani in New Hampshire. Most singles today are content with their solo-status and feel it's not worth the trouble to look for love. According to a study conducted by AARP among people 40-70, only 16% are ...ARTArticleCurrent State: How Is My Life?Before setting new goals, a powerful step is to acknowledge the current state of your life, personally and professionally. For this step, do some writing about how you see your life right now; add or subtract categories that are relevant for you:nn-Spiritual
-Health
-Work
-Education ...ARTArticleCut Cupid Some Slack!Valentine's Day!
What a great idea to set aside a day for remembering those we love. It's even more than just remembering; it's romancing.
But it is also a holiday that many dread.
Because of the romantic tradition of this holiday, many hearts feel isolated, alone and left out. Many dread ...ARTArticleDating Advice - Today, Men Still Enjoy The ChaseThis article might seem shocking and archaic, but it’s all true. The other night I had dinner with my husband and two of his single male friends (Ben and Jack) who launched into a tirade about dating today. These good-looking, 40 something, self-employed bachelors are frustrated with trying to ...ARTArticleDating Advice For Women - Resist Your Urge To PursueMore Equality Than Ever
Today, there is more equality than ever between the sexes in the work place. Even many marriages have become more like a partnership, with both parties sharing the chores. Unfortunately, the single world is lagging far behind. Dating is still an archaic mating ritual ...ARTArticleDigital Photography Is About Much More Than Just Photo PrintsOne of the main attractions behind the wholesale switch from celluloid to digital photography is the incredible ease with which absolutely anyone now prints photos. The technology has made the process into one which is quick, simple and open to anyone, and the same principles apply to producing stunning items such as bespoke canvas prints.
There are several reasons why digital photography is a major advance on the systems which used to be in place. The first is the sheer quality of the photographs which it is now possible to take.ARTArticleDinner Date Feng Shui - Dating Advice For Independent WomenThis may seem surprising, but as a strong, independent woman, you have likely adopted some traits that were traditionally considered masculine. The reason is simple: Today women are self-sufficient with successful careers. You know how to take charge, make things happen, and pay the bills – all ...ARTArticleDo You Give TMI on First Dates?Too much information can put you at risk—or make a bad impression
Are you providing detailed, personal, even intimate information on every topic that comes up on your first dates with a new person? If so, you might be sending the wrong signals. Some people will feel uncomfortable hearing these details and wonder why you feel compelled to offer them to a person who is still essentially a stranger. And you could put yourself at risk by offering information that could lead to nuisance or even more uncomfortable behavior from the other party when the dating process does not go well.ARTArticleEnergetic Solutions To Conflict, Aggression, and Violence In the WorkplaceEnergetic Solutions To Conflict, Aggression, and Violence In the Workplace
It’s been almost seven years since that fateful, stormy, dismal, day when Mary Richmond, an HR specialist for United Applications in Atlanta, Georgia, had lunch with Bill Cole, an account manager. They had just rushed in ...ARTArticleEverything I Know About Relationship Success I Learned At The PlaygroundIt happened again!
I was enjoying an evening with my little 2-yr. old son at the playground when, BAM, it happened. You ever have one of those moments in life when you know you are being taught an important lesson?
Picture in your mind a chaotic atmosphere of over fifty little children ...ARTArticleExperiencing Anxiety and Don’t Know Why? Check the Calendar.Annually recurring anxiety: you may have it and not know it.
Anxiety disorders can be times of extended difficulty for those who suffer from them. Tension, worry, inability to concentrate, mono-focus on a particular thought or person, avoidance of a particular situation or person, irritable outbursts, and feelings of detachment from others are all common symptoms. So are physical symptoms, such as rising blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, sweating, dizziness, loss of or appetite, nightmares, and sleep disturbance.ARTArticleFlirtatious Flattery Makes A Great Opening LineIf you spot someone who seems appealing, try a little flattery as an opening line. Pick something you actually do like about the person, his shirt, her hair or shoes. If you are out at a bar, you could even start with admiring someone’s drink – "Wow, that’s looks good! What are you drinking?" ...ARTArticleFour Tips To Attract Love - Blending Inner And Outer TechniquesStill single and not sure what to do about it? Don’t worry. Here are four highly effective manifesting techniques that blend inner and outer methods to attract the romantic partner you want and deserve.
INNER TECHNIQUESn1) Make a comprehensive list of qualities you want in a partner. Will ...ARTArticleGet Branded--Part ILa Fontaine once said, “By the work, one knows the workman.” He must have known long ago about the importance of branding. In today’s competitive marketplace, establishing and maintaining a brand name is essential to your career success. A service or trademark tells people immediately what ...ARTArticleGet Branded--Part IIBranding is a way of marketing yourself so that people know who you are and what you do. If you brand yourself well, it will send a message that is instantly understood by your buyers and customers. The best three ways to build your name brand are: 1) Know yourself, 2) Choose work that ...ARTArticleGood FriendsThe signs of fall are unmistakable in my part of the country. Golden aspens shimmer in the crisp breeze and crimson leaves float through the air. Weekend visitors flock to apple orchards, pumpkin patches, and intricate corn mazes that farmers have carved into their fields. Canned food drives ...ARTArticleIs Your Emotional Foundation Shaky?Fortifying or rebuilding your foundation starts with assessing how solid or shaky it isARTArticleIs Your Fantasy Love
Turning Your Lovemaking Into a Threesome?The occasional fantasy can mean a healthy sex drive, but what if it’s a habit?ARTArticleKeys To Helping Kids Recover From Rejection & Disappointment"Fall seven times, stand up eight." -Japanese Proverb
One of the keys to functioning socially and emotionally is the ability to deal with disappointment and rejection.
Most children experience some type of rejection from their peers throughout childhood. One study found that even popular ...ARTArticleLife is a Tacher--What Lessons Are You Learning?Life is a Teacher: What Lessons Are You Learning?
By Michelle L. Casto, Ph.D.
Welcome to the School of Life! You are here to learn many lessons, why not choose to learn them the fun and easy way?
You came to this life to shine as the bright light you are and to live out your divine destiny. ...ARTArticleLife Vision StatementIf you have never done this exercise, it is one that is powerful in setting the stage for achievement of your long term life goals. This one requires a calm, quiet state of mind, so carve out some time, do the things that relax you, have paper and pen on hand. Now, ask yourself this question - ...ARTArticleMake Sure You Never Forget Your Summer HolidaysIn most years, your Summer holiday will be the most expensive thing you buy. Since most people work incredibly hard and want to have just a couple of weeks during which they can totally relax, it’s easy to understand why they would want to make such an investment. Whether you spend two weeks topping up your tan on the beach, or keep things more active with a walking and climbing holiday, you’ll want to keep the memories to look back on, and the ease of digital photo printing makes it easy to do just that.ARTArticleMarriage’s Underwater Mines: ADDIn some marriages, a dark cloud hangs over the home, going by many different names: bills unpaid, appointments missed, chores ignored or unfinished, kids not picked up, calls not made—maybe poor job performance to boot.ARTArticleMen and RelationshipsThe two words, "men" and "relationships", often are not mentioned in the same sentence without a "punch line" following them. In addition, men are often stereotyped as being "insensitive" or "uncaring" when it comes to the needs of their partner. It has been my experience in coaching men that ...