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Religion & Spirituality > Speculations & Criticisms The original sin: 2 of 21
Augustine gave Christianity one of its main tenets by promoting the idea of Original Sin. Augustine argued that Adam and Eve's sin alienated the entire human race from God. He said that since the Fall, man remained under the dominion of Satan until the Incarnation. In other words, man couldn't save himself from his fallen st... More..
Education > College Search The benefits of choosing a single-sex college or university: 1 of 8
As a veteran of all-girls' schools I believe strongly that single-sex education is an excellent way to turn young people into better students and more self-aware human beings. The current opinion on all-girls' schools is that they are places where women can excel without the pressure or distraction of male classmates. All-fe... More..
Arts & Humanities > Literature (Other) A well-read life: The benefits of a personal reading list: 1 of 6
A reading list is an indispensible tool for readers or those who want to improve their knowledge of great books. For those of us who love to read it is often hard to keep track of all the great books we've heard of and want to get to one day. That's one reason why I try to keep a reading list in which I write down titles and... More..
Pets & Animals > Aquarium Fish Guide to setting up a freshwater fish tank: 3 of 17
Setting up your aquarium correctly from the beginning means the difference between life and death for your fish. Having an aquarium in your home is rewarding and relaxing, but if you try to take shortcuts you may harm your pets or their ecosystem. That's why it is important to get good advice when you first start out. This i... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Soothing your scalp with massage: 4 of 16
Scalp massage has many benefits for both your body and your emotional health. The physical touch involved in massaging your scalp encourages healthier hair and scalp skin. Not only does the massage relax the muscles in your head and face, it extends these benefits down to the neck. It can prevent flaking and dandruff through... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Conservation How to take an eco-friendly shower: 10 of 38
Don't just settle for the obvious ways of saving water in the shower. Of couse there are a few obvious ways to cut down on your water use during your shower and morning routine, but it's those extra little efforts you can make that will save you money and save our world's precious resources. Whether you're into eco-friendly ... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Recycling: Creative ideas for household discards: 6 of 20
Reusing paper products in your home is a great way to make creative gifts or just recycle items you would normally throw away. Have old books you don't want? -Take torn-out pages and glue them to various items. You can use them to decorate almost anything: boxes, chairs, vases. This gives a neat effect whether it's done with... More..
Pets & Animals > Ferrets Tips for ferret proofing your home: 2 of 6
When you finally think you've ferret proofed your home completely...it's time to ferret proof some more. Ferrets are some of the most flexible and devious animals on the planet. If they can fit into it, they will. If they can climb it, they will. And some ferrets are what we like to call "chewers". This means that your power... More..
Arts & Humanities > Religious Literature Book reviews: The Red Tent, by Anita Diamant: 1 of 3
Diamant's The Red Tent brings to life the story of an obscure female character in the Bible. Dinah is the only daughter of Jacob and her twelve brothers become the founding fathers of the twelve tribes of Israel. These men have many verses devoted to them and their exploits, but all we know of Dinah from the Bible is that sh... More..
Arts & Humanities > Theater & Drama Acting: How to learn lines: 15 of 33
It is Always, Always, Always easier to remember someone else's lines than it is to reel off your own. This is because you've heard the other actors say their lines over and over during read throughs and rehearsals. After the countless hours I've spent onstage, I've never met an actor who didn't know the other characters' lin... More..