It seems to be common sense that having someone to lean on in a time of need would be a good thing. And, not surprisingly, social psychological and clinical psychological research has confirmed that. But, in delving into the scientifically based questions of how, why, when and what kind of social support is most beneficial to people in times of stress, mental illness or well-being, social scientists have identified the truly important role that our relationships with others play in our psychological and physical health. When it comes to health, who we know is just as important, if not more so, than what we know.
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September 21, 2013
by Christie Hunter
A parent's deepest fears exposed. The Peeping Tom no longer needs to sneak outside our windows, he is IN them. There is something we can do to keep them out and our children's dignity and virtue safe from on-line harm.
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September 4, 2013
by Ashley Marie
A couple of months ago, our neighbor knocked on the door of apartment 24. She had never done so before, so she had no idea who would answer it.
That person happened to be me. She quietly sighed with relief – probably thankful that I was not a grumpy scrooge in a shabby robe that had just been awoken by a total stranger on a Saturday morning.
Then she sheepishly asked, “Do you happen to...
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August 19, 2013
by Ashley Marie
Bullying is a concern for parents, teachers, and children. And this challenge is becoming evermore complex as traditional bullying behaviours are taking new forms on the Internet.
School will be in session again.
Mothers are scanning flyers from department stores to snatch the latest deal on school supplies. Fathers are planning their morning and afternoon pick-up and drop-off schedules. Girls ...
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Networking has a new meaning in today's job market...
The Past
In the past, some of the best insight into whether a person would be a good fit for a company has been personal interviews, positive personal references, IQ tests, and personality testing. In our technologically changing world, there are new ways to gather this sort of information. Social networking, data-mining, and even games and v...
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July 1, 2013
by Ashley Marie
There is a lot of hype about social media, and I understand its advantages. I have a network of friends across the globe that I can tap into within seconds. I can Skype my sister in California, Facebook my friend in New York, Tweet to my former classmate in London, and comment on my boyfriend’s Instagram photo taken in Winnipeg – all with very little effort.
The Dawn of Social Media ...
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November 30, 2012
by Gloria Day
I feel like I need to have a big sip of water, pat my belly, sigh, and sit back to digest…this book is getting good!
Chapter 5: Ten Laws of Boundaries….DRUM ROLL PLEASE:
Law of Sowing and Reaping:
- God’s law on this is not punishment it is reality
- When other people reap the consequences for someone else this is called “codependency”
- P...
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November 16, 2011
by Christie Hunter
By Tanya Glover
Theravive.com Contributor
As complex human beings, we all can benefit from self refection and self awareness. They are both important parts of who we are and who we aim to become.
Self Awareness
Being self aware means having the ability look within ourselves to get a clear snapshot of our thoughts, beliefs, emotions, motivations and our personality in general. Becoming self awar...
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