Quotes about love are great and all, but you’re looking for something that won’t put you in a sugar coma. And it’s a bad sign when you’re reading one out loud, and you substitute “blah, blah, blah” for the last several words. Maybe you’re just looking for some cute love quotes that will remind your […]
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The first date went even better than expected, and you’re looking forward to seeing this person again. So, what are some good second date ideas? Now that you’re no longer strangers (but there’s still plenty of uncharted territory), what can you do together that would not only celebrate the obvious chemistry between you but also […]
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Are you a shallow person — at least some of the time? Or do you know someone who is? It’s not a pleasant thought. None of us want to identify as superficial people, because we all want to believe we’re more enlightened than that — that we’ve evolved beyond superficiality. Except we haven’t. We still […]
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How do you motivate and inspire your kids? What do to you say to them to get them jazzed about education or about setting goals and going after them? Fortunately, you don’t have to reinvent the wheel when it comes to inspiring your kids. There’s nothing wrong with using the words of parents and teachers […]
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What does it mean to have a platonic relationship with someone? And what does platonic mean, anyway? In Plato’s Symposium, guests at a banquet take turns giving speeches in honor of the god Eros and debating the true meaning of love. Love as Plato conceived it was completely separate from lust or carnal desires. Real […]
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You’ve been waiting in line for half an hour at a theme park when a group of girlfriends cuts in line in front of you, taking advantage of a boy who seems flattered by their attention. Or you’re at the grocery checkout with your toddler, who is tired and cranky and acting out because of […]
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We can define obsession as a “persistent, disturbing preoccupation” with something or — in this case — someone. It’s one thing to find it hard to get someone out of your head; it’s another thing when you find yourself actively dwelling on that someone and looking for ways to feed an insatiable hunger to be […]
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Modern education in the U.S. is finally picking up on the importance of mindfulness for kids. More schools are introducing fun mindfulness activities for younger students to not only boost their moods but also improve their focus, empathy, and cooperation. More teachers and parents are learning the benefits of teaching mindfulness to children in school […]
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