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Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) Shutdown Day: Can you go without your computer for a day?: 1 of 31
Computers have become intertwined with almost every aspect of people's lives. While there are still plenty of people who live relatively "technology-free", there are those who would have a difficult time if they were away from their computer or other technological tools for a day. Some people might even find themselves going... More..
Education > Adult Education Anxieties of adult learners: 1 of 29
An increasing number of "adult" learners are going back to school. The cultural, economic, and educational climate is such that schooling is no longer the domain of the "traditional" age student. Rather, adults are jumping back into the scholastic pool for second careers, job training, or simply to better themselves through ... More..
Relationships & Family > Humor & Laughter Why it's good to laugh: 1 of 29
Life can, at times, be a deadly serious matter. There are times when we experience tragedy, heartache, and deeply thought-provoking situations. To counterbalance this, we must laugh, and laugh as often as possible. This isn't to say that we should hide from our problems. Nor should we try to swing our emotional pendulum from... More..
Education > School Bullying & Violence The line between harmless fun and bullying: 3 of 84
Friends, "Frienemies", and Enemies Relationships in school can be very tough. One day people are "friends", and the next day things may have cooled considerably. People are always jockeying for social positions and status. There are particularly types of social groups, and some people don't seem to fit in anywhere. Amidst th... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Drama & Issues The difference between love and friendship: 1 of 27
Overall, I have a hard time defining love and friendship as completed separate concepts. There is so much overlap that it is too limiting to suggest that there are always distinct differences. Much of their definitions have to do with situations, but there are a number of relational combinations that could fit into the same ... More..
Relationships & Family > Friendship Advice Thoughts on friendship and love: 1 of 26
WHAT WOULD WE DO WITHOUT FRIENDS? I have a hard time imagining life without love and friendship. I cherish my relationship with my wife and my children more than anything else on earth. My wife is someone I dearly love, and she is also my best friend. In addition, I have several close friends that mean a great deal to me. Th... More..
Personal Finance > Investing Basics Painless ways to save money: 2 of 49
Life can tend to cost a lot of money, and people are often looking for ways to save a bit more on their monthly budgets. Unfortunately, people are used to simply spending more or putting household expenses on a credit card. Saving is something that the general public aspires to do but doesn't actually accomplish on a regular... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > New Year's The best way to stick to your New Years resolutions: 3 of 73
Will this year be the year? Yes, it is that time of year. Time to make that new set of resolutions so that they can all be broken by February 1, just like last year. Perhaps that is unkind, but it is true that many well-intentioned people have made lofty goals as the New Year rolls around and then they have not found the int... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) How to shed your holiday pounds: 2 of 48
Tis' the season to consume The holiday season can be a time of serious over-indulgence, as people engage in parties and family feasting. Large meals, hot drinks, and sweets dominate the intake landscape and suddenly people find that they have packed on a few more pounds than they intended. Time to think about the future When... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Awareness & Realization Finding meaning in your life: 2 of 48
What is the meaning of life? Only you as a thinking individual can answer that particular question for yourself. Unfortunately, for some people that isn't terribly helpful for decision-making because it doesn't really tell them anything tangible. The word "meaning" itself is a big vague to begin with, which leaves the indivi... More..