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Ophelia is an author, a health educator, and mother. She currently holds a MA in Psychology, and has worked in the social service field for over 11 years as a therapist, manager, and career coach. Ophelia's first book, Surprise Motherhood: A Guide to Unexpected

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Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Dating horror stories: 4 of 87

A very long year after separating from my husband, I decided to cautiously dip my toe back into the dating pool. It had been a very long time since I'd been dating, and I wasn't quite sure how to get started. I felt a bit too old for bars, and with two small kids, late nights on the party circuit just weren't going to work. ...
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas & Advice How to gracefully end a bad blind date: 2 of 39

Sooner or later, it happens. A well-meaning friend sets you up on a date. You are nervous, but your friend sings their praises. Your mystery date has the face of Brad Pitt, the soul of Gandhi, and a sense of humor that belongs on stage. Then you open the door, only to find a sweaty guy, bits of crust in his scraggly beard, h...
Pets & Animals > Rodents Choosing a hamster cage: 1 of 12

You have found your perfect pet, and now it's time to give it the perfect home. Providing your hamster with an appropriate living space can prevent illness and injury, extend its lifespan, and even improve your pet's temperament. The "Triple S" method will help you find and set up the best hamster habitat. Here's how to choo...
Health & Fitness > Anxiety & Panic Disorders How to tell if you have any phobia: 2 of 15

A phobia is an *unreasonable* fear of an object or situation. The key here is *unreasonable*. Everyone would feel fear in a cage with a hungry tiger. Fear, in and of itself, is a healthy emotion. It allows you to recognize and respond to danger. The problem comes in when the fear is far greater than the threat. Let's look at...
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Fun winter crafts for kids: 2 of 14

Winter crafts need not be solely indoors. Here are some ideas for winter fun, adaptable to all age groups, which combine the excitement of the season with learning opportunities. *Pinecone Bird Treats* Why not give our feathered friends a treat? This craft in universally popular with preschoolers to adults. It's simple, envi...
Food & Drink > Coffee How to make great coffee in a drip coffee maker: 7 of 28

There's nothing better than a perfect cup of coffee, and nothing worse than facing a long day on a cup of bitter, muddy swill. Making coffee at home with your standard drip coffee maker is an art, but it's an art you can master quickly, with the right information. Here's how to brew the perfect cup at home. STEP ONE: Prepare...
Computers & Technology > Online Shopping & Trade Shopping for teen clothes online: 1 of 4

Moms want three things when it comes to their teens' clothing: affordability, durability, and sensibility. Teens also expect three things: fashion, style, and fit. So how do you prevent a virtual war from breaking out between parents and teens when it comes to buying clothes online? The answers are simple when you use this g...
Sciences > Psychology Introduction to Gestalt psychology: 4 of 14

The term "Gestalt" is the German word for "whole." Gestalt therapy aims to bring a person's whole existence, mental, emotional, and physical, into therapy, and promote unity of the self in the world. This is achieved through a focus on the present moment and awareness of current physical and emotional states. Gestalt therapy...
Relationships & Family > Marriage & Intimacy Tips for revitalizing a boring sex life: 18 of 54

Finding sex tip articles to be like your sex life itself- promising passion, but only plodding on and on? Looking for specific tips, techniques, and thing to try? This article gives you the details you've been looking for! Although it may seem counter-intuitive, don't rush for the finish line! Remember how much fun simply ma...
Health & Fitness > Contraception How the birth control pill works: 1 of 3

If you are considering taking birth control pills, or hormonal contraception in general, it's important that you understand how these forms of contraception work to prevent pregnancy. In a genuine normal menstrual cycle, several hormones, FSH & LH, cause an egg to ripen and be released. If it's fertilized, you have a baby. I...