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Dating For Singles by Brian May -The desire to find a member of the opposite sex for a partner (we call it marriage nowadays) has been with every one of us since the dawn of our species though the means through which we go about fulfilling this desire has undergone plenty of changes. For most of recent history, humanity has invented the process of dating in order to figure out if a member of the opposite sex is the ideal match or not. Dating takes place all over the world though different cultures involve different rules and rituals. In the East for example, dating is conducted on a more or less formal basis with the intention of trying to make it work as best as possible. As we move westward the concept of dating changes more to simply going out and spending time together to find out the chances of compatibility. In fact, Western citizens might find it amusing that their Eastern counterparts involve the entire family (including matchmakers and relative) in the dating process. Similarly, Eastern people are often scandalized by the independence and casual outlook of their Western equals. However, it has to be conceded that by certain standards the Western system of dating is far more casual than any other in the world. It can simply be defined as the act of socializing with either a single individual or a group of friends in order to determine whether that individual will make an ideal partner. In even more recent times, the term dating has undergone some modification of its definition and it now also means having a romantic relationship with one individual exclusively. As the definition of dating changes with time to accommodate social changes it should not be surprising that the process of acquiring a date will also undergo some level of evolutionary change. For instance, in the 1940s, singles dating happened mostly through advertisements placed in magazines and broadsheets. This was changed by the various technological advancements that brought the telephone and the internet. Singles dating shifted to include the advantages of these new technologies. While the technology has changed the core concept of singles dating remains the same. Instead of placing an advertisement in a print publication you simply put it on an Internet website in the form of your profile. This continues in the form of emails instead of letters, and live chatting instead of more classifieds. There are entire networks of singles that include every kind of imaginable profile and most of these profiles can be accessed for free or for a very nominal fee. Speed dating is another form of singles dating process that involves a lot of people that meet together in one place at one time. At a given evening the men and women gather in a single meeting place and everyone gets a chance to meet several members of the opposite sex and through many short interviews they are given a choice to figure out which of them has the highest compatibility. Speed dating is the most changed form of singles dating as compared to whatever it was a few years ago. People and societies change and this is only natural. That is why the singles dating scene went from newspapers to Internet websites. More and more people are relying on the Internet to find their life partners or at least to find friends who follow the same general principles of life as them. The Internet singles dating scene is one that can be afforded by anyone on the planet. The prices are either very reasonable, or in some cases the service is completely free. While it is true that there have been several cases of scams conducted through online dating services, newer improvements have made sure that you can check the credibility of the service as well as the person you are hoping will be the answer to all your demands for a compatible partner. Another important thing is that when you are choosing an internet based singles dating service you should not go for the most popular or the cheapest. Different services cater to different groups of people and joining one at random will be like axing your own foot. If you stay in a particular region and you are not interested in someone from a different country then it would be better to join a singles dating service that caters to your area only. You have already focused on your search criteria and you will not be bothered with useless information. One thing you should never do with online singles dating is to quit. You are looking for a partner that will last for your life, giving up after 2 weeks is not the right way to go about it. Brian Keith May writes articles on many topics including relationships, singles and online dating. You can see more of his work at two of his sites: http://www.openentrance.com or http://openentrance.blogspot.com Article Source: Dating For Singles
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Relationships Are Above All by Mark AguirreWealth, time, friends and family are considered to be the most important things in ones life. And all these factors fall under a single parameter called relationship. It is the fact that when you work on relationships, the rest will follow. Relationships are the key to being successful and living the life to the fullest. MAN- THE SOCIAL ANIMAL Every one would have studied in high school that man is a social animal. What does that actually mean? It means that, human beings are social creatures who need to constantly meet and interact with people and create relationships with them. Interaction and communication through certain relationships are the qualities of a human being and these relationships are those which make humans different from animals. BENEFITS OF SOUND RELATIONSHIP Relationships are what our lives are made up of and happy relationships are very much needed for a happy and satisfied life. A man’s mental health, happiness, self-esteem and the ability to work is greatly influenced by relationships. However, an effective networking is needed to build meaningful relationships. Networking can be well defined as, “identification and building of relationships for the purpose of sharing information, opportunities and resources. Remember that the most powerful asset in the 21st century is nothing but relationship. Your ability to shape the relationship is the factor that will help to determine your level of success in life. Relationships shape well when you fully agree with the fact that there is inherent value in every human being and every human relationship. However networking works the best when you understand the fact that there are very little you can achieve or have in life without working with other people. HAPPY LIFE A relationship can be a great way learning about yourselves and others. Good relationship makes you feel safe and supported. It also helps one to share ideas and feelings, laugh and enjoy someone’s company Relationships bring happiness because, shared joy is double joy and shared sorrow is half sorrow. BOTTOM-LINE Build healthy relationships to make a happier living. Nowadays there are lots of mediums available to build sound relationships. Ranging from Internet chats and dating websites to night clubs, there are lots of platforms to get the desired type of relationship you need. Don’t wait for relationships to come to you, you should go to it. So what are you going to do to begin building relationships today? Visiting a night club or spending some happy hours in e-mail chats? Whatever it may be, get it done soon because procrastination is the greatest robber of relationship! The author writes articles on relationships. For more information about San Fernando Valley Singles, Glendale singles, Studio City Singles, Beverly Hills Singles can be found on the net. Article Source: Relationships Are Above All
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How To Arrive At Your Wedding In Style by Chris Morton -It’s your wedding day. If you are going to be the talk of the town for the day, why not arrive in style? Not just any style! Arrive draped in a style that oozes with your personality and the ambience of your wedding day. When it comes to options for a creative yet stylish wedding entrance with a lot of ‘wooh’ factor, there are numerous creative ideas available to you. Do not be afraid to step outside of your box. Remember this is going to be one of the most memorable days of your life. So Many Choices Because there are so many options available to you, you will need to decide if you want a traditional, very formal, retro, sleek, or wild entrance. Which one of these entrances will be best suited to complement your personality and the type, style, and ambience of your wedding. Need some ideas to help get your creative juices flowing? How about perusing wedding photo albums online or the wedding albums of family and friends? Brace yourself; you will experience a stunning exhibition of the extent of today’s creativity. Perhaps these photos will inspire your own original creative inspiration for that special day. If your wedding ceremony aims to capture a more traditional feel, perhaps a limo is the better choice. Limos are usually available in black and white; however, new colors and models are being introduced every year, even SUV and Hummer limos. Formal Affairs If you are in the market for something very formal, I would suggest a Rolls Royce Bentley or something else along those lines. By along those lines, I mean cars that are considered classics. Most limousine companies have at least one classic car available. Stepping Out Retro Now, if retro is more your vibe, try to find a vintage model vehicle that comes from the same time period your wedding focuses on. This may take some leg work depending on your location. Your wedding is well worth it, right? A Need for Speed? Perhaps, you have a need for speed. If that is indeed the case, you will certainly have the luxury and comfort of choosing from the wide variety of eye candy models available in today’s sports car market. Something bright in a convertible is an easy order to fill! Horses for Courses For a sugar-coated dose of fantasy, you can choose to arrive at your wedding in a horse drawn carriage, just like a princess. Remember not to get too carried away with your princess tales. This may not be such a good idea during the heart of winter. Furthermore, take the time necessary to physically look at the carriage and make sure it is a suitable princess carriage before reserving it for your wedding day. Walk on the Wild Side Finally, if you choose to indulge your wild side, make sure that the bride and grooms apparel are designed to complement whatever wild mode of transportation you choose to demonstrate your fiery style. Nothing beats a grand entrance. Your wedding day will be one of the grandest entrances you will make for most of your adult life. The moment you arrive at your wedding, you will have the undivided attention of every person in the vicinity. So, make sure to milk this opportunity for what it’s worth and indulge your style. Chris Morton ran hotels and restaurants for 17 years - catering for 100's of weddings. His wife Sue is a wedding planner with 10 years experience. Together they have established http://www.theweddingwizards.com to provide unbiased help for brides and grooms.email: chris@chrismorton.net Article Source: How To Arrive At Your Wedding In Style
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Relationships - 11 Red Flags NOT to Ignore by Tracey Marks, MDFinding the right companion is a complex and difficult task. Our early relationships with our caregivers often shape who we are attracted to and what type of person we find comfortable to be around. I have seen many individuals in my practice who have ended up in life-draining relationships. In most of the cases, they saw the problems well beforehand, but tolerated them for some reason or another. In my experience, the two most common reasons for ignoring warning signs were: 1. Having the belief that the person could change (perhaps if they are loved enough) 2. Although they may loath the person’s behavior, they can’t break away from the cycle of connecting with someone who behaves in a similar way as a hurtful parent because they are used to this kind of behavior or they want to conquer the early injury by replaying the relationship dynamic in an adult relationship. Since we all have faults, how can we tell when we need to accept basic flaws and when we are overlooking serious issues? People do grow and change as they mature, so it is not completely unreasonable to think someone can change behavior. However there are some behaviors/attitudes that don’t change much as they are part of the person’s personality. I have compiled a short list of some behaviors that I believe should be considered red flags NOT to ignore or think they will go away with time. Notice most of the descriptors have “chronic” or “pervasive” which is to emphasize the point that these are behaviors/attitudes that persist over time.
- Chronic anger (blow ups, irritability, moodiness, not due to a depressive disorder)
- Chronic sarcasm (anger disguised)
- Excessive neediness (this can be attractive to women who like a fixer upper)
- Disparaging humor (putting others down in a subtle way, also anger disguised)
- Punitive mindset (feels people deserve the bad things that happen to them)
- Controlling nature (needs to micromanage your affairs)
- Pervasive insecurity (needs you to reassure them constantly, can take the form of needing you to agree with them, do what they say, etc.)
- Extremely opinionated (a disguised form of someone who is judgmental and maybe critical)
- Manipulator (may use guilt to get you to do things, doesn’t take no for an answer tries to get you to change your mind, makes you feel bad about things and see them as the victim)
- Predominate self-centeredness (take more than they give, things are always about them, These people have a hard time putting others first)
- Need to be on the offense (has a world view that people will always try to stick it to you or get over somehow unless you get yours first)
If you grew up around someone who did some of these things, you may find yourself being attracted to similar people even though you don’t like their behavior. Even objectionable behavior can feel familiar and comfortable at some level. Of course, there are other factors that influence how we choose our friends and significant others, but these are just a few ideas for you to consider to have a healthy relationship and prevent having an unproductive and/or hurtful relationship. Tracey Marks, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist in private practice in Atlanta, Georgia. She specializes in adult psychiatric disorders and psychotherapy. For more information from Dr. Marks on various topics, you may visit her website at Marks PsychiatryArticle Source: Relationships - 11 Red Flags NOT to Ignore
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Consumer Beware: The Dangers That “Lie” In Your Beauty Products by Siobhan Gamble -So many people are health and beauty conscious and spend tons of money every year chasing promises of firmer skin, fewer wrinkles, and the right cream for that “perfect” complexion. It is sad to say, but you, along with billions of other Americans have at some time or another been brainwashed by the cosmetic industry. By advertising their products through the means of multimedia such as television, magazines, newspapers and the radio, it seems as though it would be merely impossible for anyone to escape such a trap. With so many different products, each attached with their own set of promises and guarantees, how would we know which ones do exactly what they claim to? That’s easy; we try them out for ourselves. Sometimes promotional samples are provided and other times we just try our luck, but do we really know what kind of ingredients are being used in these products? It isn’t as simple as reading the back of the package label. Of course some of the ingredients don’t appear foreign, but how many of us think to question the ones that do? Most people are not aware that the cosmetics industry reels in over thirty billion dollars in sales each year. The famous words found on back of most products that state “this product was not tested on animals” proves to be nothing short of an oxymoron. The colorful wording and often misleading language of advertisement, whose underlying purpose is to charm the consumer, usually doesn’t say much about the product’s effectiveness. There is no labeling law in Canada, which means manufacturers can justifiably deceive their consumers. As for the United States, the law mandates that all ingredients are to be labeled, but who besides chemists can understand that language. It seems like every new line of skin care products claim to be infused with the latest, top of the line ingredients to help replenish and revitalize your skin from within; making your skin smoother, softer and supple. But it doesn’t matter how “new” the products are, if they contain the same chemicals or manufactured ingredients, it is very likely that these products will enhance the aging process and can be extremely harmful to your health. It would be very wise to stay clear away from any skin care lotions or product that tries to mimic or enhance the properties naturally found in skin. The free radicals in these products will also diminish your body’s ability to repair and rejuvenate collagen and elastin fibers, which serve as the natural foundation of your skin. Save yourself from becoming at risk of developing serious problems later on in life. Many may wonder exactly what Elastin is. It is a protein in the connective tissue that is elastic and allows the tissue to return to its original state after contraction. It is extremely important for the function of your skin and other things such as your ligaments, arteries, and cartilage because it supplies flexibility and elasticity. When you are a child, elastin fibers are much stronger and work similar to a rubber band. As you get older, around puberty, your body stops producing it and the elastin fibers start to weaken. When skin loses its elasticity, the skin will start to sag and result in visible signs of aging. It had been shown that elastin in skin products have very little positive effect on skin elasticity. The most it will do is form a coating on the skin that helps the skin to better hold in moisture, but it will not provide added flexibility. Most dermatologists are certain that elastin applied to the skin cannot replace a deplete supply. .Surprisingly, there are over 900 chemicals available for use in cosmetics which contain substances that are dangerous to our health and overall well-being. Your health is the last thing that these large corporations in this industry are concerned about. To them, it is all about selling an image and potential profit. In addition to this, all cosmetic products are formulated for a shelf life of three years or more. This tells a story in itself about the large amounts of preservatives they contain to prevent spoilage. They are called cellular toxins and may be responsible for thousands of people suffering from things such as pimples, rashes, reddening and burning of the skin. There are over 800 potentially toxic ingredients in care products. Some of the more harmful ones to look out for are: AHA (alpha hydroxy acid), found in many skin and hair care products. Acetamide MEA, used in lipsticks and cream blushers to retain moisture. Alkylphenol ethoxylates, It is commonly used in shampoos. Ammonium laureth sulphate, It is found in hair and bubble bath products(contains ether). Aluminum, used as a color additive in cosmetics, particularly eye shadows, and in deodorants and antiperspirants. Benzene (disguised with names like FD, FDC or FD&C color), widely used in combination with other chemicals in many personal care products. Cocomidopropyl betaine, used in shampoo in combination with other surfactants. Carbomers (934, 940, 941, 960, 961C), used as a thickener and stabilizer in creams, toothpastes, eye make-up and bathing products. DEA (diethanolamine and Dimethylamine), commonly used in brake fluid, industrial degreasers and antifreeze. It is also found in hair dyes, lotions, creams, bubble baths, liquid dishwasher detergents and laundry soaps. Dioform, found in toothpaste and other tooth whiteners. Hydantoin, used in the synthesis of lubricants and resins and derived from methanol Elastin **Fluoride, a hazardous chemical which has been linked it to cancer years ago. It is especially dangerous to young children who may swallow it after brushing their teeth. It is supposed to arrest tooth decay but scientists are now linking fluoride to dental deformity, arthritis, allergic reactions and Crohn’s disease. It is a toxic manufacturing by-product. Formaldehyde, (hidden under DMDM hydantoin or MDM hydantoin), used in nail polishes and hardeners, soaps, cosmetics and hair growing products. Imidazolidinyl, used in powders, baby shampoos, bath oils, colognes, eye shadows, blushers, hair tonics and lotions. Lauramide DEA, It is used as a base for soaps, detergents and laurel alcohol because of its foaming properties. Parabens, used in a variety of personal care products, especially creams and lotions. Phenoxyethanol (can be found under the names of arsol, dowanol EPH, phenyl cellosolve, phenoxethol, phenoxetol and phenonipl) Polysorbate-n (20-85), used as an emulsifier in cosmetic creams, lotions, cream deodorants, baby oil and suntan lotions. Polyquaternium Sodium Laureth Sulphate, used mainly in shampoo and conditioners. Sodium Lauryl Sulphate , an ingredient in 90% of commercially available shampoo and conditioners; found in car wash soap, engine degreaser, toothpaste, cream, lotion and garage-floor cleaners. Sodium oleth sulfate Sodium (PCA /NAPCA), used as a conditioner for skin and hair. Stearamidopropyl tetrasodium EDTA, which can form in all cosmetic ingredients containing amines and amino derivatives with nitrogen compounds. Nitrosamines are known carcinogens. Talc, derived in powder form from the mineral magnesium silicate. Toluene, a substance is obtained from petroleum; it is used as a solvent in cosmetics, especially nail polishes and dyes. Triethanolamine (TEA), which can cause severe facial dermatitis, irritation and sensitivity. Siobhan Gamble is a member and writer for EarthFrisk, a social bookmarking and voting site where you can meet people, explore the web, vote on sites, articles, videos and links and have lots of fun. see Social Bookmarking and start enjoying the internet. Article Source: Consumer Beware: The Dangers That “Lie” In Your Beauty Products
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