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ELAINE SIHERA is the most noted and quoted British woman on the Internet, being the world authority on emotional health. Nicknamed Ms CYPRAH (or Cyber-Oprah by admirers), Elaine is the first Black graduate of the UK's pioneering Open University and a postgraduate

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Religion & Spirituality > Setting Life Goals Being happy in your life: 4 of 83
We talk about happiness every day of our lives in our elusive search for it. We see happiness as something external we can just pluck out of nowhere when we want it, just call it up when we want to have a better day. Moreover, happiness seems to affect everyone else except us. If you are looking to the outside world or to ma... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Self-Healing The key ingredients for grasping a second chance in life: 14 of 282
We all wish we could start over again, have a loved one back, or right a wrong we regret. Many people do not get that second chance, while some are fortunate to get the opportunity to start all over again but are often unable to grasp it, or to make full use of it, because of an absence of four main ingredients. 1. A change ... More..
Education > Education (Other) Teacher tips for parents: Best steps to help foster positive student-teacher relationships: 1 of 20
Education of students is a three way partnership between the parent, the student and the teacher/establishment. Where this partnership is weak in any respect, the relationship between student and teacher will suffer in the long term and puts a strain on the relationship. Obviously, both parent and teacher desire the best for... More..
Relationships & Family > Relationships & Family (Other) Things I don't understand about relationships: 1 of 20
The 10 Hidden Forces in Relationships People might find it difficult to understand relationships because most are not aware of the hidden factors that affect their outcome, no matter how hard the couple might try to make theirs work. The breakdown of relationships has historically been attributed to common observable, and ev... More..
Relationships & Family > Communication Skills Improving communication skills in your life: 1 of 20
Whenever we observe behaviour, listen to someone speak or gather information, we draw conclusions. If we interpret (conclude) correctly, we are likely to respond reasonably and almost to expectation. If we conclude incorrectly, our response may be negative, undeserved or received in a way we did not envisage, as in when othe... More..
Sciences > Psychology Ways to stop worrying so much: 1 of 19
Q. "Elaine, how can I stop worrying? I wish I could put fears I have about my boyfriend cheating out of my mind. I feel I'm not good enough for him and I know there are a few women who like him. He treats me wonderfully. There is no cause for me to doubt him. But I feel sick with worry sometimes." (Khodia) A. Let me put some... More..
Society & Lifestyle > European Culture British society lost touch with the meaning of respect: 1 of 18
Perception and Respect in the British Honours System Perception dictates the reality of every individual so that no two people share the same perspective of their life or situations. Selective perception (based upon cultural conditioning, comfort levels, fears and aspirations) forms our beliefs which then dictates our values... More..
Computers & Technology > Website Reviews Evaluating Google: 1 of 18
Why Google is so Powerful: The Google juggernaut has become part of our lives in a seamless way. It is so big and influential, it is almost like a monopoly, yet no one seems to care about that potential restrictive element and mountainous billions of dollars it boasts, churning out over $6000 per minute like an insatiable mo... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Family Values Family values: How times have changed: 4 of 71
Thanks to technology, things are changing around us daily, but I wonder if we yet realise the consequences for us if they are not addressed? A brief snapshot of current attitudes reflected within British society is outlined below: * The basis for remaining faithful in marriages is changing and seems unrealistic; * The choice... More..
Relationships & Family > Marriage & Divorce (Other) Why do relationships fail: 3 of 51
How Children Can Unwittingly Worsen Relationships Many couples desire children and they are the greatest gifts we can have to ensure the continuation of our species, at least. However, many parents unwittingly allow their children to destroy their relationships when a little bit more care and a different approach could reap ... More..