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By SelfGrowth ContributorMar 25, 20091 topic

Yoni Massage

This article is an excerpt from "Yoni Massage" and taken from the website www.innertraditions.com n nChapter 2 nEnergetic and Spiritual Basics nnHarmonizing Yin and Yang in the Body nnTo further harmonize the yin and yang during a massage, and especially a yoni massage, you can also breathe along the Microcosmic Orbit, a technique that is explained further in the chapter on breathing. nn The Microcosmic Orbit is the main energy channel in our bodies. It is called microcosmic

Primary topic: Massage and Massage Therapy

Massage and Massage Therapy

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By SelfGrowth ContributorJul 13, 20111 topic

Benefits Of Using Horoscopes

Many people love consulting horoscopes, however many do not understand the real benefits of reading them. Many people seeking predictions and answers into the future find horoscopes to be very helpful. Horoscopes found in magazines, books and the on the internet are published daily. Beneficial areas in horoscope readingsr Horoscopes are listed in different fields that all people can benefit from. These are money, health, love life success and many others. The ones that create

Primary topic: Horoscopes

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By Laura WilsonFeb 27, 20111 topic

How to Treat Hives Using Essential Oils

While Urticaria or hives can become a serious medical condition and difficult to treat, you can easily manage and treat minor episodes of hives with the use of natural solutions such as essential oils. This is a simple way for you to learn how to treat hives as essential oils can effectively bring fast relief to itchy skin and relieve stress and cleanse your liver. Those who have experienced hives would easily agree that there are just a few other conditions that are more unp

Primary topic: Natural Health

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By Elena LelchukJan 27, 20091 topic

Feel Good Messages for Your Soul

There is no doubt that the world is a hard place to live in today. With the job market down, real estate prices in the gutter, global warming, the war in the Middle East, and oh yeah…an economic recession looming over our heads, it’s no wonder that the majority of us are merely passing through life overworked, overstressed, and struggling just to make it through the day. Phew! When put like that it’s a miracle that we’re not all walking around like zom

Primary topic: Addiction and Recovery

Addiction and Recovery

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By Mark Ivar MyhreRecently published1 topic

Hopelessness Is Better Than Feeling Nothing

It can be a cold cruel world out there. You don't have to look far to see it. That's why so many people sleep through life. Asleep in their pity, their judgments, and all the other anesthetics currently on the market. Sleeping because it's too painful to wake up. It can be hard to find ...

Primary topic: Emotional Intelligence

Emotional Intelligence

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By Diane England,Recently published1 topic

Is Codependency Turning You Into Someone You Never Intended To Become?

Who is the author most identified with the concept of codependency and the codependent? I suspect it is Melody Beattie. She herself was a recovering alcoholic and drug addict when, while working in a treatment facility in Minnesota, she was asked to hold groups for spouses of their alcoholic ...

Primary topic: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

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By Sandy GrasonFeb 17, 20051 topic

JOURNALUTION

Using Your Journal to ManifestnnBased on JOURNALUTION: nJournaling to Awaken Your Inner Voice, Heal Your Life, nand Manifest Your DreamsnBy: Sandy GrasonnnIn 1992, a singing teacher introduced me to the work of the best-selling author Wayne Dyer. Dr. Dyerâs ideas â especially the notion that we can manifest anything in our life â intrigued me. Eventually, he proved to me that we really can manifest anything. Many years later, when I was pregnant with our first child, my

Primary topic: Writing Tools

6,002 views

By Carole HyderRecently published1 topic

What's in a Name? A Feng Shui Approach to Your Home

As a Feng Shui consultant I address a lot of issues with people who find themselves living in a space that has no meaning for them. This situation can come about in many ways. Sometimes a person moved into a house years ago and now they no longer like the house, yet are not financially in a ...

Primary topic: Feng Shui

6,002 views

By Michael LeeRecently published1 topic

Career Objective Examples for Resumes: How to Instantly Grab Any Employer’s Attention

When writing your resume, one of the first things you have to consider is your career objective. I’ve been there before and I know how challenging it can be to come up with something note-worthy. In this case, it doesn’t hurt to look for outstanding career objective examples for resumes you can ...

Primary topic: Persuasion

6,001 views

By Isabella EvelynJan 12, 20211 topic

How To Give Your Wife Space When You Live Together: How To Give Your Wife Space Without Losing Her

How To Give Your Wife Space When You Live Together: How To Give Your Wife Space Without Losing Her So, your wife wants space, and you don't know what to do. Maybe to you it seems like that is irreconcilable with the fact that you two are married. After all, if you are married, you are supposed to live together, ever after, right? Maybe it came to you as a shock, but really it is not. It happens in so many marriages, to so many husband and wives. This doesn't mean the end of y

Primary topic: Marriage Coaching

Marriage Coaching

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By Nancy PhilpottRecently published1 topic

How to Stop Procrastinating and Accomplish Your Goals with Hypnosis

Procrastination can be the hardest part about starting your quit smoking program. Procrastination hypnosis can be just the thing you need to really cement the concept in your conscious and subconscious mind. There are many tools and programs available for you to help you in your progress, so stop procrastinating! Most

Primary topic: Hypnosis

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By Ruolan WangMar 11, 20121 topic

Red Clover and Fertility

If you are a woman who is facing reproductive issues and cannot conceive a child, you may have a sigh of relief in knowing that before you try those expensive fertility treatments in order to get pregnant, you may be able to increase your chances of pregnancy with an all natural herbal treatment. Red Clover Red clover and fertility go hand in hand and once you read on, you will learn most of what you need to know. This will enable you to make an informed decision on whether

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

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By Michael LeeRecently published1 topic

The 5 Best Motivational Books That Will Change Your Life

I love reading books that inspire us to become more than who we are; and so far, I have come across some of the best motivational books you wouldn’t want to miss. These are some of my reviews of the most inspirational books out there. The Best Motivational Book: The Secret On the top of my list is The Secret by Rhonda Byrne. It is basically the book version of the world-renowned film of the same title, and it's a wonderful accompaniment to life.

Primary topic: Persuasion

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By shahbazNov 19, 20201 topic

ttoo, sexual excitementâ¦ Miracles happening in âthere

In. It would have been much better to take the stories in the endnotes as text and write them twice as thick. Rather than stopping the explanation at the point where the readers are barely able to understand and curious to arise. There were questions left to me too. The author argues that skin color is only an adaptive trait and cannot be used as a basis for racial classification, but race in the sense that ancestors are the same group exists, and skin color is one trait, so

Primary topic: Beauty

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By sherrie campbellRecently published1 topic

Ten Steps to Deal With An Impossible Ex: Help My Ex is Manipulating My Children

Dealing with divorce is never easy. In fact it is probably amongst the most stressful and grueling experiences one can go through. When we get married we start off with a tremendous amount of hope and expectation. Intellectually we know it will take work but it is truly impossible to really know what kind of work it will take until we are already down the path of the marriage. I believe the reason it is difficult to get an idea of what the work of marriage will look like is because I believe it is individual to each marriage and the specific issues which exist between the partners.

Primary topic: Psychology

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By Ben Brumm (Complete IT Professional)May 12, 20131 topic

Five Tips To Write A Great Requirements Analysis Document

A Requirements Analysis Document is an integral part of any IT project. It’s an important deliverable as part of the requirements analysis phase, and is among the first to define what the IT project is really about. Let’s examine tips on how to write an awesome Requirements Analysis Document for your project. What Is A Requirements Analysis Document Used For? The Requirements Analysis Document, also called a RAD, isn't just another document you should write to get the proje

Primary topic: Career Development

Career Development

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By Mike HatcherRecently published1 topic

Swinging Can Be A Great Way to Strengthen Your Relationship

In recent years, the standard perception of relationships has completely changed. Modern relationships are completely different from what they were some years ago. In the modern world, people have many different mindsets, and therefore, take relationships very casually. Divorce rates have substantially increased, and many people have been involved in other lifestyle options like swinging and open marriages.

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By Nancy DanielsRecently published1 topic

***How Important Is the Image You Project to Others?

In today’s hectic, competitive world, image is something that you are probably conce ed about. Be it your physical appearance or the content of what you say, you know that the person you project to the world matters. However, have you ever considered what the sound of your speaking voice is saying to your listeners? - If you know, for example, that you speak in a monotone, what is the image you are projecting? - If you sound like a 12-year-old and you are over 21, what is your voice saying about you?r

Primary topic: Public Speaking

Public Speaking

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By Bryson G. BonsolOct 21, 20101 topic

Reflections on the Religious Vows of Obedience and Poverty

O.P.: âOut of Placeâ¦ Obedience and Poverty rn Religious men and women are admirable in consecrating their lives for the sake of the gospel. They âdeniedâ themselves by leaving their families, possessions, and even their personal dreams of enjoying life. They âcarried their crossesâ during their formation years â their struggles, crises, and adjustments and up to this time they still âcarry their crossesâ with smile on their lips while actively doing the mini

Primary topic: Religion

5,997 views

By Michael DouglasAug 13, 20071 topic

The G-Spot and Sexuality

What is the G-spot? nnThe G-spot, like the clitoris, the vagina and the anus, is a part of every woman's constellation of sex organs. It was named after the sex researcher, Ernst Grafenberg who first wrote about its erotic potential. In 1982, the paperback bestseller, The G-Spot and Other Recent Discoveries About Human Sexuality, by Alice Kahn Ladas, Beverly Whipple and John Perry, brought the G-spot and female ejaculation into the national spotlight. Female ejaculators who r

Primary topic: Sexuality

5,997 views

By Sue PlumtreeNov 29, 20061 topic

What's Wrong With Having Expectations?

If you ever wondered why your life looks and feels the way it does (not good) then it might be worth your while to look at your beliefs and expectations. Generally speaking, our expectations are based on our beliefs and the main problem with this is that, using the iceberg analogy, 90% of our beliefs and expectations tend to be hidden from our awareness while we tend to regard the remaining 10%, the ones we are aware of, as valid and realistic.nnThe problem with expectations

Primary topic: General Self Help

General Self Help

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By Michelle RiklanRecently published1 topic

***What To Do Next With Your Résumé

By investing in a professionally written résumé, you’re already positioned yourself ahead of other jobseekers. But don’t let that advantage go to waste. Now that you have your résumé, what should you do with it? This guide will give you strategies for what you can — and should — do with your résumé to maximize your chances of finding and securing your next job. Apply for Positionsr

Primary topic: Resume Writing

5,996 views

By Wally BrownRecently published1 topic

Anxiety Attacks Draining Your Energy? - You Don't Have To Let Panic Attacks Control You Any Longer!

If you are having a lot of really extreme anxiety that seems to come out of the blue you aren't alone. Panic attacks can come on for no reason, without any trigger and can leave you feeling frightened and wondering what to do. They cause a lot of distress on your body and mind as the intense fear that you feel goes through your system. If you are lucky these attacks will be over very quickly, and if not you could have to deal with the anguish for an hour or more.

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Todd HicksJul 28, 20091 topic

How To Deal With Insults

Do you have a problem with emotional insecurity? Do insulting remarks bother you? We will discuss ways to positively deal with those who try to insult you. Display your sense of humor when someone hurls a nasty remark at you. If you laugh when someone tries to insult you, you will feel better while possibly humiliating the other person. You can easily laugh away emotional pain. As they say, “Laughter is the best medicine.” Ignore someone who tries to insult you. If you igno

Primary topic: Conflict Resolution

Conflict Resolution

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By Roseanna LeatonRecently published1 topic

Learning How to Fantasize

What would your life be like if you did not have the ability to create fantasies? What if Obama never allowed himself to imagine what it might be like to be President? Or if Bolt couldn't imagine beating a world record? Or if Tiger never dreamt of shooting consecutive (significantly) sub-par rounds in major tournaments

Primary topic: Hypnosis

5,996 views

By John DuganNov 4, 20131 topic

Secrets to Penis Healthâ 5 Ways Vitamin C Benefits Sexual Well-being

If asked to list the vitamins and nutrients the body needs most, few people would miss vitamin C. Thatâs because vitamin C is one of the more talked about vitamins; it is a household name - if there is such a thing in the vitamin world. If asked what vitamin C is good for; however, the most common response would likely be that it is good for a cold. The truth is, vitamin C has many more far-reaching properties and is even good for the penis! Learn how this multi-talented vi

Primary topic: Men's Issues

5,995 views

By Wally BrownRecently published1 topic

How to Help My Spouse With Depression Panic Attacks? - Helping Them With Anxiety and Panic Attacks

How to help my spouse with depression panic attacks? If you have been asking that question lately, you are hardly alone. Panic attacks related to, or in addition to depression affects around 20 millio Americans at any given time. If you have a husband or wife suffering from these panic attacks, read on to find out some simple ways you could help them. While depression and anxiety are not the same, it seems that they go hand-in-hand in many cases. A person who has had panic attacks for a long time often becomes depressed when thinking about living with anxiety any longer.

Primary topic: Anxiety

5,994 views

By denis-waitleyRecently published1 topic

The Myth of Celibacy and Spiritual Life

A practical article connected into the broader SelfGrowth topic graph.

Primary topic: Sexuality

5,993 views

By denis-waitleyRecently published1 topic

WHY ARE THE SMARTEST PEOPLE THE SLOWEST READERS?

A practical article connected into the broader SelfGrowth topic graph.

Primary topic: Speed Reading

5,993 views

By Amanda CotterillMar 23, 20081 topic

Ladies Nightwear: A History Of Pleasure

Today, ladies' nightwear is sold in a wide variety of styles. With so many styles from which to choose, it is nearly impossible to imagine a time before specialized nightwear. Yet for most of human history, nightwear was not a separate category of clothing. Provided here is a brief history of ladies' nightwear.nnChemisesnChemises can be traced to the tunic-like garments worn in ancient cultures. By the Middle Ages, the chemise had developed into an early form of underwear. Th

Primary topic: Beauty

5,992 views

By Craig LockRecently published1 topic

Living with Head Injury

Article Title: Living with Head InjurynSubmitted by: Craig LocknCategory (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology, brain, cognitive difficulties Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.htmln(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, ...

Primary topic: Writing Tools

5,992 views

By Nancy StremmelRecently published1 topic

The Law of Attraction for Beginners: Quantum Physics

For the beginning student, or for one curious about The Secret, or the Law of Attraction: hold on to your horses because this can be an incredible journey! The movie, The Secret can be a good place to start and you can find that at many bookstores, and online at www.thesecret.TV. This presents ...

Primary topic: Law of Attraction

Law of Attraction

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By Aliesa GeorgeRecently published1 topic

Developing Pilates Training Programs for Clients with Attention Deficit Disorder

"I have a question about a client with Attention Deficit Disorder, ADD. She takes medication for it and sometimes it works better than others. I try to minimize distractions in and around the studio and I try to be very clear with my queing. Is there something I could be doing to focus her? ...

Primary topic: Pilates

5,991 views

By Caroline NettleRecently published1 topic

Network Marketing - What Are the Drawbacks?

Network Marketing has a reputation for being a scam. It is reported that people at the top of the chain, or who got into the business early are able to make vast sums of money while the rest- over 90% of the people involved in the industry- fail to make a profit. Admittedly over the one hundred plus years that network marketing has been an industry, there have been some companies with really dreadful products who have acted appallingly and left some people with real problems when the folded.

Primary topic: Spiritual Growth

Spiritual Growth

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By Pauline Wallin, Ph.D.Jul 16, 20041 topic

YIKES! IâM TURNING INTO MY MOTHER!

If youâre like most people, you probably said to yourself at least once during your childhood or teens: âIâm never going to behave like my mother (or father) when I grow up.â Such thoughts would enter your mind especially when your parent treated you in a harsh manner, embarrassed you, or ignored you. nnAnd now you may find yourself behaving in the same bratty way toward others. How could this happen? Much to our chagrin, it's quite common to have some of the same neg

Primary topic: Psychology

5,991 views

By Dr. Vittoria RepettoRecently published1 topic

Cranial Sacral Therapy in Applied Kinesiology

Cranial Sacral Therapy is a technique taught in Applied Kinesiology based on Cranial Osteopathy which was discovered by osteopath Dr. William Sutherland after he had a remarkable insight while examining the specialized articulations of cranial bones.

Primary topic: Applied Kinesiology

Applied Kinesiology

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By SelfGrowth ContributorDec 23, 20111 topic

How To Clean Fabric Office Partitions

Most people donât bother with cleaning their office partitions on a regular basis, if at all. They might assume that the office cleaners who come in after hours will do it. But one day, one of your employees may begin complaining of dust in the office or you might be having a very important client visit the office â itâs at times like these that you may find yourself looking at your office partitions and wishing you could clean them thoroughly. Begin by removing any dus

Primary topic: Home Business

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By Graeme StephensMar 1, 20121 topic

Manual Repair of Ripped/Torn Carpet

Tears in carpet happen any of a number of ways. You might have been moving something and ripped the carpet or your dog scratched the carpet a little too hard. Regardless, there are some easy steps you can take to repair your tear in your carpet. One of the unfortunate byproducts of having carpeted floors in one's home or office is the potential for torn/ripped carpet. Rather than replacing an entire room of carpet upon tearing/ripping, there are ways to personally go about fi

Primary topic: Business Networking

Business Networking

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By Bret Ellington L.AcDec 22, 20101 topic

Shoulder Surgery Recovery With Acupuncture

Different types of shoulder injuries will require different types of treatments. While it may be in your best interest to try natural healing options for certain conditions, surgery may be the best suited option in other cases. It is estimated that the average time it takes to recover from shoulder surgery (regaining 75-80% of strength and function) is 6-7 months. In some cases it may take up to a year, with complete recovery taking as long as 2 years. This all depends on the

Primary topic: Acupuncture

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By Elvira FilinovichJun 23, 20121 topic

Sexual Exhaustion Due To Over Masturbation Treat Weakness Of Parasympathetic Nerves

Lifestyle plays a very important role in maintaining the health and strength of body organs. Sexual exhaustion due to over masturbation can impair the proper functioning of reproductive organs. Apart from physical health disorders, this habit can even induce psychological health disorders in person. Impotence due to weak functioning of reproductive organs is a main health disorder coming under exhaustion due to over masturbation. Weakness of parasympathetic nervous system is

Primary topic: Men's Issues

5,989 views

By Prachi PatelOct 5, 20091 topic

5 Lessons We Can Learn from Michael Jackson

Yesterday was a day I will probably remember for the rest of my life. I had the very special privilege of attending the beloved King of Pop, Michael Jackson's memorial service. Approximately 1 billion people all over the world watched as we bid farewell to the greatest entertainer the world has ever seen. All over the world, we got chills as they brought his coffin in, applauded when Al Sharpton put all vultures in their place, smiled when Brooke Shields shared her sweet memo

Primary topic: Life Lessons

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By Sam VakninRecently published1 topic

A Typology of Codependence and the Dependent Personality Disorder

Typology of Codependents Codependence is a complex, multi-faceted, and multi-dimensional defence against the codependent's fears and needs. There are four categories of codependence, stemming from their respective aetiologies: (i) Codependence that aims to fend of anxieties related to abandonment. These codependents are clingy, smothering, prone to panic, are plagued with ideas of reference, and display self-negating submissiveness.

Primary topic: Psychology

5,988 views

By Amy ShermanRecently published1 topic

The 3 C's of Overcoming Health Fears

Life has a way of surprising us with challenges we didn’t expect, especially when it comes to our health. Studies show that some people deal with health issues with greater resiliency than others. They tend to rebound and take on difficult situations with confidence and hope. If you ...

Primary topic: Empowerment

5,988 views

By Patricia OlsonRecently published1 topic

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) and Farmers: The Mold Connection

Since erectile dysfunction (ED) is such a taboo subject with men , I decided that this article needs to be written to get the information out there so more men, especially farmers, can be helped. My husband, David, was a dairy farmer since his youth. In an incident in the fall of 1991, however, he was exposed to black corn mold from corn silage in a silo. He hadn't been wearing a mask and inhaled and/or ingested a large amount of it. He came down from the silo coughing and delirious.

Primary topic: Natural Health

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By Marian AndersonJun 7, 20121 topic

Know More About Fashion Handbags And Its Benefits

Everyone loves to look stylish and trendy especially women. Women love shopping and buying trendy clothes and other accessories. It is true that women spend most for buying clothes but they give equal importance to trendy accessories which adds spice to their outfits. These accessories can be shoes, fashion handbags, scarves, ornaments, etc. But there is one thing that a women loves above all other accessories in the world its women hand bag. Handbag is originally designed to

Primary topic: Fashion

5,987 views

By Rashmi AdwaniRecently published1 topic

My Thoughts on Custom Made Shirts

I have one top notch shirt, a cotton button-down collar version produced by Cego Custom Shirtmakers, situated not far from where I reside. The match is superb. I discovered that shirt at Goodwill a few years back and that I 've gotten a great deal of wear from it. I truly splurged on this outfit. The very first thing that you 'll find about this top is that the cotton is quite fine. Is it Italian, Egyptian, Swiss?

Primary topic: Health Education

Health Education

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By Alex de la CruzJun 25, 20091 topic

Aggression And Dementia: Old Dog Problems

As your pet ages, there will be many changes that's bound to happen in its behavior and its relationshep between you and your family. We all know that they age a lot faster than us humans and live a shorter lifespan. As they draw closer to the point of their doom, problems will arise and gradually get worse as time passes. This is a fact that all pet owners are aware of and should accept â but that doesn't mean they should be put to rest in peace courtesy of their veterinar

Primary topic: Pets

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By bob-lancerFeb 29, 20121 topic

Common Child Behaviors When They Lose Teeth

Most children begin to lose their primary teeth anywhere between the ages of six and seven years. This is a normal child development stage however; every child reacts differently to losing their teeth. Hopefully, your child has had regular dental visits to prevent premature loss of his teeth. Your family dentist probably offers tips for parents about child behavior when they begin to lose their primary teeth. Before That First Wiggly Tooth Many children go into an outright p

Primary topic: Teenagers and Parenting

Teenagers and Parenting

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By Dr Deepak AcharyaRecently published1 topic

Chaitua Palayan (Migration): A Problem of Tribals of Patalkot

Chaitua Palaayan: It’s a common word among the tribals of Tamia and Patalkot valley of Chhindwara District, Madhya Pradesh, India. Chaitua, a word derived from Hindi “Chait” means beginning of summer.

Primary topic: Herbal Remedies and Herbs

Herbal Remedies and Herbs

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By Jhon NapierJun 25, 20121 topic

Home Remedies For Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding That Give Amazing Results

Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding is a medical condition in which there is excessive uterine bleeding. Although the causes behind it have not been fully understood by the experts but sometimes it can be caused due to low progesterone. Some of the common symptoms of dysfunctional uterine bleeding are blood loss of more than 80 ml, menstrual bleeding that lasts longer than seven days and menstrual bleeding which occurs more often than every 21 days. Home Remedies There are several

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

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