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Gordon Hamilton's professional background is within the UK Banking Sector. Between the years of 1988 and 2007, he worked for what was initially Halifax Building Society (Savings and Loan,) became Halifax plc and ultimately Halifax Bank of Scotland plc. He

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Relationships & Family > Friends & Peers (Other) What is a real friend?: 1 of 9
What is a real friend? The vast majority of people will have at least one real and true friend but how do we go about actually defining what qualities it is which such a friend has and brings to a friendship that makes them a real friend? What distinguishes a real friend from a simple friend, colleague or acquaintance? It is... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology Effects of virtual relationships on real life relationships: 1 of 6
The effects of virtual relationships on real life relationships can be quite profound. The differences between the two are so pronounced that if someone begins to confuse one with the other and acts inappropriately, the effects can be disastrous upon their life. The increasing popularity of the Internet in recent years has s... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Drama & Issues What to do when you don't like your partner's friends: 2 of 4
It is very often difficult to know what to do when you don't like your partner's friends. A partnership is of course about love but it is equally about sharing. Sharing friends and activities conducted with friends is normally a big part of this factor. The first option for someone and possibly the easiest when they don't li... More..
Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality Can seduction be taught: 1 of 2
The art of seduction is something which is inherent in many people and can leave others virtually green with envy. It is often associated with certain nationalities - such as French and Italians in men at least - and is a talent by which many enrich their lives and ultimately even find their perfect life partner. Seduction i... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Commentary The body types women prefer in men: 1 of 2
The body types women prefer in men of course vary from woman to woman, just as they do with the body types men prefer in women, but most of us know the general categories of body types women prefer in men. The most common concept is of course of the woman who likes the tall, rugged, body-builder type of man. It is perceived ... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas How to overcome the fear of commitment: 1 of 2
How to overcome the fear of commitment is not an easy process for a great many people. It is a condition generally associated with men but manifests itself also in a great many women. The condition should be viewed, however, not so much as a fear of the commitment itself but of what one may be giving up by making the commitm... More..
Relationships & Family > Crisis Support (Other) Ways to support a friend going through a crisis: 3 of 5
There are an infinite number of ways to support a friend going through a crisis. It is possible to offer them solace and comfort, a shoulder to cry on, or even practical help and support which they may temporarily in need of during their difficult time. The nature of the crisis, the requirements of the friend and the ability... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Reasons why married men seek sex with single women: 4 of 6
There are a great many reasons why married men seek sex with single women. These reasons include many which are extremely common but will include also some which verge upon the obscure, as the reasons will of course vary considerably from individual to individual. Before considering some of the reasons why married men seek s... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology Common ways that fear hurts your relationships: 4 of 6
There are many common ways that fear hurts your relationships. Fear of the unknown is one of the worst fears of all and the biggest problem with the progression of any relationship is that the future of it is largely unknown. When two people begin a relationship, they are stepping out over a chasm in a sense. They may very w... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Skills Why asking questions is important to good communication skills: 4 of 6
Considering why asking questions is important to good communications skills involves looking chiefly at what one hopes to receive in response to a pertinent question. If the question is sensible and is asked at the right time, one can reasonably expect to receive a sensible answer and with answers in this way comes knowledge... More..