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Religion & Spirituality > Self-Help (Other) Outside motivation or self-motivation: Which is stronger?: 6 of 10
Outside motivation or self-motivation: Which is stronger? Both of them have a place in our lives. God is a supreme external being as well as being an internal force in those who believe in Him. We will never know how many murders or assaults have been prevented, not because the person had an internal motivation, but because G... More..
Health & Fitness > Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder: Can it be inherited?: 8 of 13
There are a few causes of bipolar disorder that are in debate, and heredity is one of them. I used to think that I was the only "mental defective" in my family. In looking back on my family, and ahead with my children and grandchildren, I can see clearly how bipolar disorder probably is an inherited disorder for me.Back in my... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Finding the right diet for an overweight dog: 20 of 32
Finding the right diet for your beloved dog is crucial. Diet is essential, particularly if your loved one is overweight. Just as with "regular people," dogs can suffer a variety of health issues by being overly heavy. Feeding our dogs properly is part of loving them and caring for them. Determining if a dog is overweight, and... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Meditation & Prayer The best way to pray: 63 of 89
Praying is a very personal thing. I pray to God like I'm talking to my best friend. I share good times and bad, I question Him, I share emotion, I get down and dirty honest, and no matter what I pray, even in anger, my God loves me. There are guided prayers such as the Prayer of St. Francis, the Lord's prayer, the third step ... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rescue & Adoption Your new pet: Adopt from a shelter or go through a breeder?: 49 of 68
Bringing a new pet into your family requires as much thoguht as bringing a new baby into the family. Choosing whether your new family member comes from a shelter or a breeder depends on the needs of the family and home the where the new pet will be living. The pets from breeders are generally very young and will require initi... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss What you need to know when shopping for a treadmill: 8 of 10
Having an in-home treadmill is an awesome cardiovascular work-out tool. One outstanding benefit is the opportunity to work or jog inside the home when living in busy city areas. The biggest key in purchasing a treadmill is becoming familiar with the treadmill that you want to purchase. Operational issues and safety features s... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Atheism & Agnosticism Reasons not to believe in God: 158 of 188
Everyone who does not believe in God has their own personal reasons, but there are some basics. Denial is involved in every one of those reasons. Fear of the unknown, or any other fear, is one trap. Fear that maybe God truly is real and fear that maybe we may not be good enough to make it. Resentments against God, or any ind... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driving in snow, ice and rain: 28 of 33
Driving safely in inclement weather takes preparation and planning. It can be extremely stressful and dangerous to get caught in an ice storm only to find that the year old windshield wipers deteriorated in the heat the past summer. Instead of clearing your vision they only smear the ice which refreezes and allows you no visi... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Listening to God: 41 of 47
Listening to God is a very individual thing. Most of the "listening" has to do with God's will, which is very clear in the Bible. "So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other." (John 13:34 NLT). God does not, and will not, micromanage our lives. He gave us ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ethics Defining morality: 31 of 35
Who are we to define morality? God defined it for us. Morality is simply put in Romans 13 verses 9 and 10, "For the commandments you shall not commit adultery, you shall not commit murder, you shall not steal, you shall not bear false witness, you shall not covet, and if there is any other commandment, are all summed up in ... More..