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Health & Fitness > Holistic Health Emotional sources of disease: 1 of 26
I clearly remember one of the very first lectures I attended in psychology. I think we all have a general sense that a healthy body and mind are linked, but this lecture presented such simple evidence that I was really blown away. My lecturer presented the study conducted by Cohen et al (1991), which took nearly 400 healthy p... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Soul Mates: 24 of 246
Do you believe in Soul Mates, I asked you long ago?We had only just found each otherBut my heart longed to knowNot really you replied, with disappointing truthI had hoped your heart was soaringWith a passion in it's youthI decided to ignore you, my heart knew what it knewI set about my missionTo win and cherish youFor even be... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Dieting: 2 of 14
I've been on many diets beforeCounting calories what a boreI've cut back carbs and cut out fatTrying to make my stomach flatI think I was not meant to beA skinny minx, it's not in meI love my cake and eat it tooHow could I ever say adieuTo sticky toffee, treacle spongeI simply cannot take the plungeTo swear off foods I love t... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Inner peace: 9 of 48
It doesn't happen often, a glimpse every now and thenThat feeling that the world is blessed and knowing that is whenYour heart slows down for a moment; you take the time to smileThe breeze of love whispers through your hair and joy leaps like a childIn that instant, you feel lighter and freer than the airYou gaze in your love... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Animal poems for children: 24 of 127
Cosmo the KittenCosmo the kitten likes to exploreHe climbs into baskets, boxes and drawersOnly last week he got stuck in the shedBut Granddad's old shoe made a nice cozy bedHe sneaks into cupboards when Mum isn't lookingHe climbed in the fridge when Grandma was cooking!Inside the chimney, his white fur turned blackSo he hid, ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: The Weightwatchers diet helped me lose weight: 2 of 8
Here's the headline - I lost more than 60 pounds with weight watchers. Now, I can see you thinking, "Yes... but how long will it stay off?" Well, it has been over 9 years now, and while I cannot deny there have been variations up and down (most notably when I was pregnant and soon after my son was born), the weight has stayed... More..
Arts & Humanities > William Shakespeare The major characters in The Merchant of Venice, by William Shakespeare: 1 of 4
One of Shakespeare's most well known plays, The Merchant of Venice introduces us to some of his most famous characters. A comedy as well as a serious consideration of racism, sexism, and the morals of it's cast, A Merchant of Venice presents timeless themes of unrequited love, deception, mans treatment of fellow man, and the ... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Reflection on the trials of airplane travel: 7 of 24
When I saw this title, I knew I was being compelled by a higher force to share a story with you all. THAT story. The one that alas could also double very effectively as "My most embarrassing moment" story. I will obey the call, and write the story, but I warn you now - this may be brief, as after the writing of it I expect to... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Kissing: 21 of 63
Can you remember your very first kiss?Did you knees go weak and your head spin with bliss?Do you remember your very best kiss?And the ones you wished you had missed?How do you know if you're good?If your kisses make her feel like they should?Would you take that class if you could?To be sure that your kiss makes her heart star... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Dancing: 43 of 117
Oh, I wish I were born to danceTo look elegant as I pranceAround the floor with legs flyingAll the handsome men are vyingTo take their place right next to meBut, alas, it is not meant to beSome people were born with rhythmBut I know I am not one of emSo I accept my fate with a sighTake my seat and watch others glide byMy tale... More..