If there is a paucity of facts, people are going to start to make up details and post sheer conjecture, especially when a healthy young woman dies so suddenly, so senselessly. I set aside my worries about how it might appear--a grieving mother agreeing to an interview--and decided to try …

Like zombies, we waited in our room until the bellman arrived to take our bags, and then we quietly shuffled back to that cursed lobby--where we discovered that the drama in that particular part of the hotel wasn't yet over. As we were getting set to climb into the van …

Adam--senior VP of Rogers Radio, my boss and my friend--joined our midday host, Michelle Butterly, and spoke on the edge of tears, her voice filled with emotion. got the news first thing this morning, just after 6 a. we got them on a plane right away--Erin and Rob, Mike Cooper …

As our group sat near our gate in the Sangster International Airport departure lounge, we tried not to attract any attention as our tears flowed. We were still unaware that people in Ottawa and Toronto were beginning to feel the shock waves that accompanied the news of Lauren's death. In …

Of course, as I told her, we supported her in her marriage and respected the hard-working, loyal and soft-hearted man she had chosen. We made sure she and Phil had the wedding all four of us wanted her to have, and we did everything we could to show her new …

How she and so many other Armed Forces wives in the same predicament didn't end up stuck in the bottom of a martini shaker is beyond me. But she knew that between parenting and her job as a registered nurse, she had no time for that kind of escape--or, really …

And then, in that split second, I realized there would be no take two. Making matters worse, I knew we'd already failed to provide the Hollywood moment that was supposed to be our reaction when they'd announced two years earlier that they were engaged. I still shudder over that misstep …

Some have speculated that synesthesia represents a high degree of interconnectivity in the brain, which also plays a role in intelligence. Creative people do not simply think in words, but use all of their senses, their entire bodies in the process. They find sense cues that stimulate their thoughts on …

And don't worry about getting hit on by guys: Most dating sites (our organisation included) won't show your profile to anyone other than the gender that you're interested in. It's a totally safe (and effective! Again, online dating shouldn't necessarily be the only way you meet women, but between dating …

In making this artifact public he realized several faults in its design and reformulated it. Although it led nowhere, particularly as the auto industry put all kinds of roadblocks before him, the Dymaxion car ended up influencing future designers, and caused many to question the single-minded approach people had to …

It's the profile picture. So better open your tagged photos on Facebook and start looking for that killer shot. Obviously you want something flattering--a picture in which your hair looks great and you've managed to keep both eyes open and your outfit makes you look stylish and sexy. You also …

Most people won't mind helping someone out for a few minutes in the weight room, and it's a perfectly normal request. You can make small talk during sets, and if he doesn't seem interested by the end of the reps, you leave it at that. Watch what he's watching. If …

Spiritual practice. For many people, a spiritual life is to be found through their religious beliefs; Although spirituality can be part of a religion, it can also be seen as being distinct from religion. Spirituality is a relationship with something that connects you to a purpose in life; You can …

there's this article. but I can't remember what it's called. must ask Jake. I think it's called. The Barn? He pointedly closed the non-existent notepad, slid it back into his pocket, and grinned at Jake. Quiet laughter rippled across the group. Jake rolled his eyes, ran his large hand through …

Create an action plan to stop the violence in case it takes place. Help your child learn how to express their own feelings, especially when they are angry. Let them know that it is okay for them to have those kinds of feelings and teach them the appropriate ways for …

You then have to let go of your plans. And plan again. Do take some breaks. No matter how little time you have in your day. Breaks give your mind space to digest, mentally process, and assimilate what's happening, what is working and what isn't, and to decide if you …

Shortly after, I talked to one of the men who was allegedly involved. The man was irate before I even got to the door of his cell in the restricted housing unit (the hole). He was yelling that he was being falsely accused, and he was threatening to assault staff …

James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente called their wonderfully pragmatic model the stages of change. they wrote about six stages, the first four apply most aptly to Yield Theory. Imagine Rob, a man who's angry and doesn't realize how much his anger affects everyone around him. Maybe someone in his life …

We have only a partial picture of the field and so our powers are limited. In the second phase, through much practice and immersion, we see into the inside of the machinery, how things connect with one another, and thus gain a more comprehensive understanding of the subject. With this …

If your child's car broke down and she called to ask you to give her a ride, your first pragmatic question would be Where are you? Without knowing where she is, after all, how could you possibly go get her? You could, of course, spend time berating her about how …

A mother who is emotionally needed might look toward her child to care for her financially or in any other way which will meet the mother's emotional needs. There are several personality characteristics of Narcissistic Personality Disorder. During diagnosis, your therapist will use this criterion to find out if you …

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Moderate amounts of whole-wheat pasta or brown rice might be healthy choices but only if they're accompanied by protein and healthy fats. Your breath will slow. Do this for several minutes. Back off from striving for goals and instead start focusing carefully on seeing and accepting things as they are …

When you consume them, you assimilate some of their ability to withstand stress. No matter what your emotional condition is, following the lighthouse will help you arrive safely in the present moment. Welcome this moment when you can apply the brakes, take a deep breath, and gather yourself at this …

As we saw in article 2, our sympathetic nervous system rules during the day, gearing us up for challenging and perhaps stressful activities. Say, May I accept things as they are. May I remain undisturbed by changing events. Rhythmic breathing will give you energy, help you relax, and enhance concentration …

Another factor that could be throwing your hormones out of whack is excess body fat. Then begin to lengthen your inhalations gradually, too. This may work better than a cup of coffee to get you going again. Sit comfortably, eyes closed. Three-part breathing is breathing all air out, then filling …

Like love bombing, this can be quite pleasant for the victim until the narcissist turns on them, which will happen once the reality of a relationship sets in and they begin to see things about their partner that they want to change or eliminate. It is trying to tell you …

Getting the right kind of exercise can also make a world of difference, as can seven to nine hours of restful, refreshing sleep per day. Let your eyes relax into their sockets and feel your facial muscles and scalp becoming soft and relaxed. Mentally scan your body for tension and …

firmly believes that she deserves all the extra attention that she demands. One can easily imagine her saying: Of course, they should wheel me around when my feet hurt, I'm Mariah Carey! Don't they know who I am? A major component of this thinking is an absolute lack of concern …

That's `effed' up, if you ask me. Dr Matt nodded, and he was careful to avoid sounding defensive when he responded. you are, Bones. Hunter broke the rules, big time. I expect he will pay, but maybe we can all agree that something akin to mercy was the best option …

Jason created a diagram that showed where everything will be set and what walls need to be taken out or moved. Having clear information, you and the person can have a better understanding of the problem. A great way to improve communication skills is to talk to different people with …

Meditation has been proven to quiet the mind and bring peace and balance to the person that is using it. The list for improving your brain and your health are endless. Find something that works for you and continue to do it. If after time that doesn't seem to work …

Then bring your attention to your knuckles and then into your fingers, either one at a time or together as you find best. Move the attention, when you are ready, back up each arm and, once again, into the shoulders. Is the sensation the same as it was when you …

Drifters ignore the subject of time altogether. They choose to keep their lifestyle as unstructured as possible. They let their lives meander aimlessly, like tumbleweed in a light desert wind, enjoying the uncertainty and spontaneity that accompanies such a life. If they hold a job it's usually a temporary one …

They work better in teams and get more accomplished in less time. Workplace theft even declines. Politicians are more charismatic, lawyers are more persuasive, and engineers crush their goals. Athletes run faster, jump higher, and collaborate better with their teammates. They all mean that a person is tense or nervous …

DNA damage can create mutant cells that evolve into cancer. Finally, the DNA damage will short circuit your sirtuin longevity pathways, weakening your defenses against the ravages of time. By causing your body to accumulate senescent cells, create mutant and potentially cancerous cells, and by impairing your youth-promoting sirtuins, radiation …

Furthermore, I believe everyone should pay -- even the poorest person. I don't care if it's just one dollar a year. That would be enough. The point is that everyone should enjoy the dignity of paying his or her fair share. Morning was breaking when kitten-like cries attracted the attention of …

Lord knows, I've tried. Once I was managing a group of uninspired salespeople. Feeling challenged, I said, I'm going to make them successful if it kills me. Guess what? it just was, and he just was, and his relationship with his dad just was. Until it was gone, Jake did …

Often it can show us that our Self-Image is not as robust as it could be. We'll look at this in article 7 Feel Positive. For example, a partner arriving home late can lead us to the conclusion that he or she is having an affair. A room becoming quiet …

And it can also be a thrill to help others on the journey towards their goals. It's one of the reasons why teaching and nursing are vocations into which people throw themselves wholeheartedly, no matter how hard their day-to-day lives. To help someone achieve their potential is an astonishingly rich …