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By Lance PeterDec 14, 20101 topic

Mixed Martial Arts: Ideal Body Proportions

The ancient Greeks used to calculate the perfect male athleteâs or fighterâs proportions from the wrist measurement, just where the wrist bends. Â From this they could calculate what the rest of the measurements of the ideal male body should be. Â However, although some come close, few men meet these ideal measurements but they are not always necessary for a successful fighter. In the different disciplines of martial arts, different body proportions and strengths are favo

Primary topic: Martial Arts

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By Shane DollNov 7, 20111 topic

Why Perseverance Is Your Secret To Success In Weight Loss

In all my years as a fitness professional I’ve watched literally hundreds of clients attempt to make a lifestyle change and transform their body. In almost every case there came a point in their program where I could pretty much tell if they would be successful or not. It was when the initial motivation wore off, old habits starting creeping back in, and all sorts of obstacles starting rearing their ugly heads. Applying the discipline and commitment to making long-term, last

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Aliya SenJun 14, 20121 topic

A look into various types of educational games

Educational games are those games which are designed to give the child knowledge about various subjects, expand on concepts, aid in understanding a historical event or any other such educational activity in course of play. Educational games for kids are broadly classified into three categories - video, card and board games. rnCard games rnCard games are one type of educational games which uses playing cards as the main playing device. There are innumerable card games and some

Primary topic: Child Development

Child Development

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By Dieter BuchnerRecently published1 topic

Expensive Does Not Always Mean Better

To achieve an aim in wellness, both parties, thenseekers and providers must come together with ancommon objective. As Alison Snelling and Dieter Buchner find out, many wellness locations havenyet to embrace the all–important first step. After months of suffering, both physicallynand ...

Primary topic: Digestive Wellness

Digestive Wellness

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By Dr. Louis BauerRecently published1 topic

The Power of Our Belief System

Our belief system is a powerful part of our being. It decides who we are and what we become, both mentally and physically. The belief system is formed by perceptions and acceptance. When these perceptions of ourselves, whether false or true, negative or positive, are accepted as truth by our ...

Primary topic: Hypnosis

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By Hotels Etc.comRecently published1 topic

***Tips For Comfortable Traveling During Pregnancy

Women today take pregnancy in their stride and continue to work and enjoy everyday activities. Pregnancy does not mean termination of all work and play. If you plan carefully you can enjoy all activities throughout the pregnancy and travel for work and pleasure without experiencing any difficulties. Here are a few tips:

Primary topic: Travel

5,214 views

By Michael LeeRecently published1 topic

How to Write a Resignation Letter: Resigning on a Positive Note

If you’re entertaining thoughts of leaving your current office, you’d better learn how to write a resignation letter the right way. Even if you have one foot already out the door, it is no excuse to submit a shabby letter. Learning how to write a resignation letter properly gives your boss the ...

Primary topic: Persuasion

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By Mary Jane Hurley BrantRecently published1 topic

When You Are Grieving, Thanksgiving Day Feels Painful

When you lose someone you love and are grieving, Thanksgiving Day feels burdensome and painful. When a brain tumor took away our precious Katie’s life I dreaded that holiday. For seven years we served no rutabagas because they were Katie’s favorite vegetable. The thought of their seasonal aroma wafting through our home without her in it was too much to bear.

Primary topic: Grief and Loss

5,214 views

By Sonia RoodyMar 13, 20111 topic

Facts about Call Centers

A call center is a centralized office that provides support for a larger company by receiving or transmitting calls on the companyâs behalf. Call centers serve as links or bridges between a company and its customers. Call centers are established to cater to customers who are experiencing problems or issues with the companyâs products or services. A large sector of the call center workforce is comprised of agents or representatives who directly address customersâ issues

Primary topic: Customer Service

Customer Service

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By Stavros GeorgiadisRecently published1 topic

A Business Plan To Make Money With Affiliate Marketing

Are you prepared to dig deeper into your affiliate marketing strategies? Once you've joined the program that fits your situation, you'll want to build your customer base, and increase the reach of your marketing efforts to more potential customers. Use the tips in this piece in order to learn expert marketing methods that can aid you in relating better to your customers through email techniques and other custom strategies. An effective marketing tool is creating an email list. Grow your list of email recipients by giving new and existing

Primary topic: Make Money Online

Make Money Online

5,212 views

By John VickiNov 11, 20111 topic

Getting Your Ex Back From Someone Else and Make Them Fall In Love With You Again

Hope is what you need first. Understand that you're certainly not alone in this situation. Couples break up on a daily basis, however many as well reconcile. If you have been in the relationship with your ex for a while, chances are the new lover they are dating is most likely nothing more than a rebound relationship. Your ex is avoiding having to cope with your split up by dating someone else. The fact that your ex is dating another person doesn't automatically imply he or s

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

5,212 views

By Joan HangarterRecently published1 topic

Is it Your Intuition Speaking? How to Know

The most frequent questio I receive is about listening to your own intuition. How do you know the feelings you have are your intuition or your mind chatter. The intuitive mind is elusive. There's a fine line at times. We are taught from childhood not to listen to our own inner voice, to ...

Primary topic: Miracles

5,212 views

By Brian ChungJun 14, 20121 topic

Things to Do with Remote Control Helicopter

Times are changing faster than they ever did before and so are toys. Thanks to the technological advancements that we have seen in just a few years, todayâs toys are things that are not only for children. Many adults today are enjoying passing times with these âtoysâ. One trend that has caught on very well with both the young kids and the adults is having fun flying a rc helicopter. A long time ago they were very small simple toys but today they are bigger, faster and b

Primary topic: Humor, Fun and Games

Humor, Fun and Games

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By Margaret PaulRecently published1 topic

***The Power of Tears

"Those who do not know how to weep with their whole heart don't know how to laugh either." - Golda Meir Do you have a lid on your tears? Do you also have a hard time laughing with your whole body? Our tears are a God-given way of expressing sadness, just as laughter is a God-given way of expressing fun and joy. Both laughter and tears release stress in loving ways, rather than having to release it through anger or through holding it in your body, which can eventually cause physical pain and illness.

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

5,211 views

By Gwen ThibeauxRecently published1 topic

Let go of mistakes and look ahead with purpose

Understand that past experiences can pave a path into your purpose when you are willing to learn from the mistakes and then let them go. When you harbor anger, bitte ess and embarrassment from the ills of your past, you stay stuck in a place that blocks any growth potential. You stay rooted in the past, letting the present pass you by. Don't stay stuck in the past. You lose focus when you live in the past, when you hold onto the baggage of all the failures you've made in your life.

Primary topic: Motivation

5,211 views

By Cathy ErecreRecently published1 topic

Sex Without Romance or Romance Without Sex?

Are you happy with your relationship right now? Why? Is it because of the romance? Or because of the sex?I'm sure it's not because of that! Lovers won't be happy with sex alone and won't be satisfied with romance alone. We become happy when we achieve both sex with romance and romance with ...

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

5,211 views

By Reed HumphreyRecently published1 topic

The Top IRS Audit Selection Risk Factors

Including certain information on your tax return (or omitting certain information!) may cause the IRS to pay special attention to your tax return-and not in a good way. The IRS knows there are certain areas on a tax return where it is more likely for people to either make errors or to try and misrepresent their income and/or expenses. As a result, the IRS focuses its efforts for auditing on these areas. Below are several of the red flags that can increase the likelihood of having your tax return audited by the IRS.

Primary topic: Personal Finance

Personal Finance

5,211 views

By Lilly WhiteNov 5, 20071 topic

Being Beautiful on the Inside is very "ATTRACTIVE"

Being Beautiful on the Inside nnLadies, what I want to talk about in this newsletter is being beautiful on the inside, this makes you a very “CLASSY WOMAN”! nnMen are attracted to a woman’s beauty visually on the outside. Men will have sex with you and you’ll feel a strong connection but men don’t usually feel this strongly. ladies this is only an illusion that we create ourselves.nnA man does feel a connection with you but it is only physical fo

Primary topic: Dating

5,210 views

By Rori RayeRecently published1 topic

Fixing It When You've Been Too Emotional

I'd like to share an e-mail I received recently from a nreader of my e-book, "Catch Him & Keep Him." She asked me a question about her relationshipnthat I think many women can relate to. Here it is:nn>>>>Question: Hey Christian, how are you? I purchased a copy of your ebook yesterday! ...

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By Tom HopkinsRecently published1 topic

Sales Professionalism

The challenge with too many salespeople is that they decide at first to 'try' selling for awhile. They don't commit 100% to it as a career because they are afraid of being wholly responsible for the level of income they achieve. I must tell you, though, that the highest paid professional ... The challenge with too many salespeople is that they decide at first to 'try' selling for awhile. They don't commit 100% to it as a career because they are afraid of being wholly responsible for the level of income they achieve.

Primary topic: Sales Training

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By Darlene NorrisRecently published1 topic

Why Is My Cat Spraying?

Why does a cat spray urine all over the walls, floors, furniture, and even his owner's clothing and shoes? Believe it or not, he's not just being evil or trying to get back at you for something. What he's doing is claiming his territory. This is also called "urine marking," and as nasty as ...

Primary topic: Natural Health

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By Caroline JalangoRecently published1 topic

Your life is a do-it -yourself project!

The responsibility of working hard, planning and living a successful and fulfilled life falls largely on you. This simply means that from this point forward, the burden of shaping your adult life is on your shoulders. The sooner you realize this, the better! The most important question to ask ...

Primary topic: Motivation

5,209 views

By Geoff FickeRecently published1 topic

An Exclusivity Strategy Can Be Crucial To Successful Brand Marketing

by: Geoff Ficke Many of the inventors and entrepreneurs we deal with in our consumer product marketing business approach us with dreams of selling product to the masses. This can be lucrative and a proper launch strategy in cases where all of the stars in the galaxy line up properly. How often does that happen? Mass marketing success is contingent on economies of scale, production advantages and large budgets for penetrating a clamorous commercial environment.

Primary topic: Business Consulting

Business Consulting

5,208 views

By Lisa PennDec 20, 20111 topic

Cheating Statistics – What Type of Person is More Likely to Cheat?

Even if the cheating statistics (by both men and women) are constantly on the rise, let’s not forget that not everyone cheats. While the desire to cheat is a part of our nature, not everyone will be unfaithful. Most men and women do not intend on cheating and do not plan their future affair. Mostly, cheating is situationally driven. Many studies have found that a whopping 90% of people believe that infidelity is wrong. So what type of person is more likely to cheat – and WHY?

Primary topic: Marriage Coaching

Marriage Coaching

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By The Office PressJun 28, 20111 topic

Professional Warning Letter and Employee Write Up Available as Written Warnings

Companies manage many employees in their day to day operations. These employees are not all perfect employees and make mistakes. When mistakes are made, employees need to be aware of the mistake. Bringing the mistake to the attention of the employee is helpful. It lets the employee know that the behavior is unacceptable. It also tells an employee that better management of time is required. Reprimanding employees can be a difficult process for some people. However difficult it

Primary topic: Assessment Tools

Assessment Tools

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By Doris HelgeNov 17, 20111 topic

***LOVING YOUR SELF – THE ONLY ROMANCE THAT COUNTS

WHY DOES SELF-DOUBT REAPPEAR AFTER PERSONAL GROWTH? You’ve done so much work on yourself, and you love yourself more than ever. You began with the baby steps, like “I deserve a treat today!” Then you progressed through “I deserve better than that!” and “I really am OK just like I am!” You continued to graduate yourself through level after level of self-empowerment and found yourself saying, “I deserve to have everything I want, not just some of it.” So, why do you still som

Primary topic: Empowerment

5,207 views

By Greg FrostMar 4, 20111 topic

5 Subconscious Ways To Seduce Someone

First and foremost, we can try the whole sticky eyes concept, which has been written about quite extensively by most love authors. When you are facing your quarry and want to attract their attention and at the same time, let them know that you are interested, try this method. Look at them full in the eyes and slowly, but surely, drag your eyes away. The lingering presence of your gaze would cause an almost hypnotic effect on them and it makes them wonder just how fascinated y

Primary topic: Subliminal Messages & Subliminal Learning

Subliminal Messages & Subliminal Learning

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By Aiden SmithOct 1, 20121 topic

Find The Minimum System Requirements To Install SAP ERP Software

At present, ERP is one of the widely used business software by companies all over the world. There are several advantages of using ERP software in business fields. SAP, an important topic in ERP has already gained popularity all over the world. High flexibility and scalability features of SAP have attracted thousands of computer professionals all over the world. Do you know the minimum system requirements to install SAP ERP? Let's find the answer to this question here. Before

Primary topic: Software

5,206 views

By Glen SwartwoutRecently published1 topic

Glaucoma Remission

:Remission & Glaucoma A nerve cell may alive but not fully functional. Such a cell may be able to be brought back to a level of effective visual function, whether it be by improved circulation, enhanced cellular metabolism, etc. If such physiological cellular changes occur in a large enough population of cells, this improvement can show up on your visual field test. This can occur with significant reduction of IOP, with some cases improving progressively over a year or more. Improvements are more frequent in younger patients and in open angle glaucoma (versus low tension glaucoma).

Primary topic: Digestive Wellness

Digestive Wellness

5,206 views

By Brenda ShoshannaRecently published1 topic

How To Keep Love Growing Through The Ups And Downs

We are meant to live a life of love. However, no matter how successful some are in other aspects of their lives, they wonder if it s possible to have the same success in love. Although things may start out wonderfully in the beginning, there is always the fear that it won t last, that ...

Primary topic: Zen and Mindfulness

Zen and Mindfulness

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By Dr.Savitha SuriRecently published1 topic

Natural Remedies And Home Remedies For Dark Circles Under Eyes

Dark circles under eyes are a common beauty problem. These under eye dark circles give us an appearance of tiredness or illness. They make us to feel worse and are rather detrimental to our self esteem. What are dark circles under eyes? The skin below our eyes is very thin and is sparsely ...

Primary topic: Ayurveda

5,206 views

By Craig HarperRecently published1 topic

The Communication Situation

I think most of us would agree that on a practical, day-to-day level the most important life skill is communication. However, when we take a look around we discover that: 1. Many of us have trouble expressing ourselves effectively. 2. Many of us spend the majority of our life not saying what we ...

Primary topic: Motivation

5,206 views

By Cate CavanaghRecently published1 topic

The Lore Of Halloween

The origins of Halloween is among the most interesting as it finds its origin in the old Celtic belief system adapted into Wicca which was founded in the l950's. Halloween falls on the Wiccan New Year called Samhaim (called Sow-en) which in essence is "New Year's Eve" and observes the end ...

Primary topic: Mysticism

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By Robert TingJul 24, 20131 topic

11 Factors Why Some People Find Love While Others Don't

People wonder why some couples make it and others donât. To begin with, why do some people find love and others donât. Here are the many factors that can contribute to a successful love life that are often overlooked. StabilityrnMen can find stability in a woman attractive because they don't want someone who doesn't know how to control her emotional intelligence or issues which may come up in life. Men aren't going to like drama and do like to keep things easy going, so t

Primary topic: Dating

5,205 views

By Kathy CaprinoRecently published1 topic

Are You Disempowered at Work? 10 Strategies to Gain Rock-Solid Confidence

“Professional women have made tremendous strides in terms of drawing on our strengths, abilities, and confidence in the workplace in recent years, but it’s clear that we have a long way to go before we are using our female power with self-assurance and ease,” says Kathy Caprino, MA, personal and ...

Primary topic: Personal Development

Personal Development

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By Cheryl GowinRecently published1 topic

Divorce and Its Effect on Children, Part II

This article is the second in a five part series of articles that looks at divorce and the children involved in the divorce. This article provided a discussion on the effect of divorce on children.

Primary topic: Life Coach and Life Coaching

Life Coach and Life Coaching

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By joe-bartonNov 16, 20081 topic

How to Naturally Flush Kidney Stones Using Your Diet

Most people are shocked to learn that water is not the only natural remedy for kidney stones. Unfortunately, water has become the most popular natural remedy because doctors recommend it so often. And water does work! (For most kidney stones!) Fact! Most kidney stones are small enough to be passed with drinking plenty of water to flush your kidneys and your body. You probably have passed numerous kidney stones and didn't even realize it. Unfortunately, there are many kidney

Primary topic: Alternative Medicine

Alternative Medicine

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By Mike RobbinsRecently published1 topic

The Importance of Celebrating

How do you feel about celebrating? If you're anything like me and most of the people I know, you probably enjoy it. However, I notice that as much as I like to celebrate, I sometimes find it challenging as well. Here are some of the reasons that I use not to do it: - I don't have the time or money to celebrate right now, there's work that needs to get done - Things aren't yet as good as they "should" be for me to stop and celebrate - People will think I'm weird, naive, or obnoxious if I celebrate too much

Primary topic: Empowerment

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By Andrew HortonRecently published1 topic

Challenges and obstacles are all a necessary part of any success journey

Challenges and obstacles are all a very necessary part of any success journey. Ask any super achiever, who has achieved their success, despite having overcome numerous challenges and obstacles, along their path to success. If they could go back and do it all over again, but this time around, they could avoid the greatest challenge, they faced the first time round.

Primary topic: Time Management

Time Management

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By Jodi MosconaRecently published1 topic

Scripture And Moral Theology

A young Catholic growing up in the years preceding Vatican II would find it very curious to find that scriptural teaching is the “Soul of all theology,” (Dei Verbum, from Richard Gula, p. 165, REASON INFORMED BY FAITH). My experience as a student in a Catholic elementary school during the ...

Primary topic: Spiritual Growth

Spiritual Growth

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By Lisa AngelMay 2, 20121 topic

The Dangers of Untreated Fantasy Football Addiction

In 2007, the Fantasy Sports Trade Association reported that an estimated 30 million individuals over the ages of 12 on up have participated in playing fantasy football. This proves that sports fans are increasingly becoming more and more addicted to playing fantasy football. When considering the definition of addiction, thoughts that commonly run through someoneâs mind are referring to drugs and alcohol, and not necessarily fantasy football addiction. But with the addiction

Primary topic: Habits

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By SelfGrowth ContributorFeb 6, 20111 topic

HCG Drops - Should You Take Them During Your Period?

Of all the concerns about the HCG diet, one of the most frequent is whether women should keep taking HCG drops during their menstrual cycle. HCG drops are becoming more and more widespread, and so this question comes up even more than before. It's definitely something worth covering so there's no more confusion. Although you may be taking convenient oral HCG drops, the original HCG diet program called for injections. Dr. Simeons, inventor of the diet, stated that during the m

Primary topic: Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

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By James GriffithMar 5, 20121 topic

HOW LIL WAYNE CHANGED THE HIP HOP GAME

Raised in the infamous New Orleans neighborhood of Hollygrove, Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. aka. Lil Wayne wrote his first rap song at age eight. And by the time he was eleven, he had convinced the Cash Money label to take him on, even if it was just for odd jobs around the office. He recorded freestyle raps on the label ownerâs answering machine, moving him enough to agree to become his mentor. His strong work ethic and aggressive self-promotion combined has transformed him

Primary topic: Humor, Fun and Games

Humor, Fun and Games

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By Sunny Dawn JohnstonRecently published1 topic

The Spirit World Has Gifts To Share

It is getting cooler outside, and we begin the time of year where we share gifts with those we love. The spirit world also likes to join in on the celebration by giving us gifts. They bring us so many gifts throughout the year that oftentimes we mistake them as coincidence or we simply ignore ...

Primary topic: Spiritual Growth

Spiritual Growth

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By Chinmayanand BapuOct 24, 20111 topic

Chinmayanand Bapu-Bhagwat Katha satsang-Bhagwat Katha

There are few words that capture the essence of Param Pujya Santshree Chinmayanand Bapu and what he stands for - satya, prem, saralata, karuna & dayaluta, these all words - compassion - are the soul of ram Katha & Bhagwat Katha, the vital elements of man, of life and of civilization. rnEach relationship, all our actions and every passing thought must adhere to and be anchored in these highest principles, neither are they confined to any particular religion, nor are they attac

Primary topic: Achievement

5,201 views

By Margaret PaulRecently published1 topic

Do You REALLY Want to Lose Weight?

If you asked almost any overweight person, "Do you really want to lose weight?" the answer is likely, "Yes, I would love to lose weight." If most overweight and obese people would so love to lose weight that they spend billions a year on trying to lose weight, why is our country growing fatter? Why aren't people losing weight when they say that this is what they want to do? Because, as much as they say the want to lose weight, there is something they want even more than losing weight: they want to fill their emptiness and avoid their painful feelings.

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

5,201 views

By Susan DunnRecently published1 topic

How to Find the Work You Were Meant To Do

I'm using "Now, Discover Your Strengths" by Buckingham and Clifton, for career coaching for clients with marvelous results. It was published this year and based on a survey done by The Gallup Organization of over 2,000,000 people who were excellent at what they do. The usual premises in ...

Primary topic: Adult and Senior Development

Adult and Senior Development

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By Adam SmithJun 22, 20121 topic

How To Paint Aluminium Windows And Doors

There can be no denying that some of the popularity of aluminium windows and doors lies in their extreme durability and resistance to the elements, but the silver colour can be somewhat of a turn off for many homeowners. Whilst many companies today offer their aluminium with an attractive powder coating, this is of no help to those homeowners who had their doors and windows installed a number of years ago. In these cases, painting the frames in a colour that complements the r

Primary topic: Business Consulting

Business Consulting

5,201 views

By Fiona DaviesFeb 8, 20111 topic

Rio Ferdinand’s Green Dream Home.

Footballer Rio Ferdinand is building a green home with the smallest carbon footprint possible. He has purchased a two acre plot on the border of Kent and southeast London, just a few miles from the London estate where he spent his childhood. The house will be around 12,000 sq ft in size and will incorporate cutting edge green technology and he hopes that one day the home will be his permanent base for his family once he retires from the game.rn rnRio Ferdinand is ambassador f

Primary topic: Real Estate

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By Michaela ScherrJun 1, 20061 topic

Consequences, the result of your Actions

Maybe you are looking at a sea or green change, career change, further education, having a child, or something else. Regardless of what changes you have in mind it helps if you take time to consider the consequences of this change, particularly if you are in a relationship and have children – when it really is no longer just about me. nnnWhatever you decide to do there will be consequences and they may not be in your highest good. nnnFor instance you decide to accept a

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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