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Mr writing story is a strange one. I was never into writing and as a result I failed my year 11 English exam. It wasn't till I encountered my year 12 english teacher that I took writing seriously. I ended up getting an A in my final year exam and ever since

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Travel > Travel Planning & Advice How to incorporate exercise on your next vacation: 9 of 96
Exercising on your vacation can be somewhat of an unconscious activity, if you combine it with sightseeing. When we hear the term 'exercise' we might picture a gym or treadmills without contemplating the thought that exercise can be as simple as using your own body weight. Here is a categorical list of different ways to exer... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Gattaca: 2 of 5
The film shows not only Vincent's vulnerability but his strength' Discuss Gattaca presents us with a superficial dilemma concerning the genetically configured aspects that surround each individual. In a place where superiority and perfection is revolutionized and flaws and imperfection are frowned upon, Gattaca's protagonist... More..
Sports & Recreation > Training & Equipment The social dynamics of training in a group: 4 of 8
There are both positives and negatives associated with training in a group. Understanding social psychology, you will notice that similar age groups grouped together will induce either a positive or negative peer pressure. On the one hand, the group can influence you to train in a positive environment where you enjoy good fi... More..
Sports & Recreation > Training & Equipment The truth about sports and weight loss: 3 of 6
Water isn't just the best beauty treatment. While everyone is starving themselves, missing meals or even exercising 5 hours a day I decided to put logic to the test and try out water. You've heard all the benefits of water from good skin, healthy digestion, more energy etc, and I'm sure there are more but did anyone stop to ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Training & Equipment Concentric failure and it's bearing on gym experience: 1 of 1
I'm sure you've witnessed the old clich meat head in the gym who is close to breaking the constipation barrier in an effort to finish his work out but have you ever wondered why he goes to the absolute extremes each and everytime? Bodybuilding and science don't quite go hand in hand due to the unconventional practices that b... More..
Relationships & Family > Dealing with Problem People How to address annoying habits in loved ones: 18 of 35
As humans, we seek to gratify a crucial social hunger: Appreciation from others. We thrive in relationships where there is a reciprical exchange of appreciative communication. Just as important as feeling a sense of appreciation is the need to feel important. People will go to great lengths in life to achieve greatness, not ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Training & Equipment How to get great fitness for free: 5 of 8
Here are some great exercises for free that mimic the movements of gym equipment. Chin ups on playground bars: 1) Arms wider than shoulder-width 2) Palms facing forward 3) Cross your legs 4) Lift your until your chin is level with the bar * Imagine your arm as a link between your body and the bar. This means that most of the... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Society & Lifestyle (Other) Happy people are productive people: 55 of 78
People who are happy understand that it's better to thrive rather than survive. Some people are content just getting through life, not really grasping the moment and taking advantage of every moment and opportunity. Everything in this world is based upon the individual's attitude and their interpretation of being productive.... More..
Sports & Recreation > Training & Equipment Should bodybuilding be made compulsory for students?: 19 of 25
Not all of bodybuilding is scientifically proved. Understanding how to correctly gain symmetrical mass as opposed to using old traditions passed on from one bodybuilder to another without any scientific proof has always been the tussle between bodybuilding and scientifically proved training systems. The problem with making b... More..
Relationships & Family > Crisis Support (Other) Why suicide should never be an option: 22 of 23
Suicide can be misunderstood by some people in society. The dark, bleak world that the sufferer experiences is like an engulfing wave of pain that can't be seen from the outside world. The sufferer might feel encapsulated in a world where all they feel is a sense of emptiness which drains their happiness in life and pushes t... More..