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This life should be devoted to the work. The work is what keeps one motivated and guides one through the fog of the world. One cannot not tell about the work, or what it is. One must find it for oneself, or one may choose to create it. One must transcend the

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Sports & Recreation > Martial Arts How to improve your flexibility for martial arts: 1 of 8
For martial arts, you must know how to stretch. Breathing, relaxation, duration, and frequency are vital to proper stretching habits; this article describes how to apply them.There are many physical properties that must be developed in martial arts. Some of which are strength, endurance, speed, and flexibility. Although each ... More..
Health & Fitness > Vitamins & Dietary Supplements Valerian and its use as a mild sedative: 2 of 10
Valerian root has been used for centuries as a muscle relaxer, for anxiety relief, and as a sleep aid. It can also be used to ease menstrual and stomach cramps. After having taken Valerian, a hangover, or mild sleepiness the next day does not usually occur, unless mixed with other substances. It is available in pill, powder,... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics in Latin America The links between Fidel Castro and Hugo Chavez: 3 of 9
It is quite possible that Fidel Castro sees something of his young self in Hugo Chavez, and Chavez sees Castro as a hero and mentor. They both definitely have some uncanny parallels in their respective histories; they were both imprisoned after staging failed military offensives on their own governments early in their career... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics in Latin America Introduction to the government of Cuba: 1 of 3
The country of Cuba was first defined as a socialist republic after the enactment of the Socialist Constitution of 1976, however, the current constitution was amended in July of 1992, after the collapse of the Soviet Union, and amended again in June of 2002. The President of Cuba, Fidel Castro Ruz, first came in to power in ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Performance Dance Ballet dancing: Behind the scenes: 4 of 11
"Just what is it you think you're doing out there," said the Ballet Master of a midwestern ballet company to a small group of young girls. He had requested a meeting with them in the house in order to discuss the previous evening show. "I'd much rather watch a stick out there on stage than see you flailing your arms around li... More..
Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing Ways that deep breathing can positively impact your health: 4 of 11
From a very early age many of us have been taught to take a step back, count to ten, and take a deep breath when we feel frustrated, or are becoming angry. But why is this? What is it about taking a deep breath that is so vital to relieving stress and anger? For one thing, when you're focusing more on your breathing, you're ... More..
Style & Beauty > Hand & Foot Care How to file and shape your nails: 4 of 8
Filing your fingernails is not strictly for fashion, it can actually help them stay stronger. In classical guitar, we have to file our nails very accurately for finger-picking. Neglected fingernails can lead not only to cracks and breaks that affect us all, but undesired tone when playing. It can also hinder your ability to ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Dance Education Professional ballet schools year-round: The skinny: 1 of 1
Professional ballet schools. You might be wondering, "What really makes one of those large schools so professional, anyway?" Broadly, the only thing that allows a school to tout itself 'professional' is an attachment to a professional dance company, although the title is not exclusive to ex cathedra company schools. Despite ... More..
Local Guides > San Francisco Insiders tips on finding street parking in San Francisco: 1 of 1
Having commuted to San Francisco on a daily basis for school and/or work most of my life, I've done it all. You must realize that it's not always possible to carpool, take BART, or bus it into the city. Sometimes you just have to take your car. I write this article in hopes that one day, you too may become a San Francisco Par... More..
Computers & Technology > Identity Theft & Internet Scams Tips for protecting your personal information online: 4 of 6
Anonymity is important because people can use your personal information against you in ways that are quite imaginative. Not only is anonymity extremely important on-line, it is duly important off-line as well. For example, most, if not all, counties in the U.S.A. maintain websites that allow you to look up legal hearings; sa... More..