Larry's NOTE: I would encourage you to read this article with an open mind, knowing that there is a distinction between religion and spirituality that everyone needs to know. You can gain further insight by reading the BONUS Article at the end of this article. Inna Segal, Guest Author Exploring your spiritual, deeper, more mysterious side can be one of the most exhilarating experiences of your life. Spirituality can give you clarity, vision, and guidance where you had confusion, … [Read more...]
Efficiency of ‘Hooking Up’, Uma J. Campbell
About 40 million American's use online dating services, that's almost half of the entire single population in this country. Which is why it might not be too surprising to hear that the online dating industry will cross the billion dollar mark by the time 2013 is over. With so many people utilizing it's services, it's no wonder that the taboo of meeting someone online is virtually over. Online dating, and dating apps offer single people a plethora of specialized choices. Any niche community … [Read more...]
Gimme Some JOY! ~ Larry James
Gimme Some JOY! The next time you see me or any of your friends, imagine that you hear us say, "Gimme some joy!" and so, you do that. You give them some of your joy. You be the bright spot in someone's day! Don't tell me you don't have any joy because I know you do. Everyone does. This doesn't mean that you will go around joyously all the time. ;-) I doubt seriously if anyone could do that... not all the time. I don't suggest that you "fake it till you make" it because most people I … [Read more...]
Who Do You Love?
We get pretty much what we expect to get in our relationship. What we expect to get is what we focus on. If it turns out good, we should not be disappointed. If it turns out bad, we should not be disappointed. We got what we expected. What else did we expect to get? Perhaps we should learn to be in a relationship with no expectations. In a spirit of unity, only and always work together, all the time, to create the best relationship we can. All the time. With intention. In a spirit of … [Read more...]
Life Goes By in the Blink of an Eye!
Enjoy the blink together. Never miss an opportunity to express your love for your partner - in words and in deeds. Hugs are fun too. Say, "I Love you!" out loud at least once a day! Call them... right now to say, "I love you!" Life moves quickly. Things change rapidly. Never hold on to being right. A closer look can tell you why. Let go. Forgive often. "The act of forgiveness takes place in our own mind. It really has nothing to do with the other person!" ~ Louise … [Read more...]
Turn On Your Happy Switch!
Turn On Your Happy Switch! November and December are months that typically bring to mind family and friends. It is often a difficult time for people who have lost a loved one through death, divorce or separation. The following suggestions will help you to focus on giving the gift of happiness, not sadness, first to yourself and to your friends during the final days of this year. Researchers have determined that the human brain is much better at taking in negative experiences than … [Read more...]
Celebrate Love at Your Very Own “Wonderama!”
How long has it been since the two of you really spent some "quality" time together? Does your relationship need a little extra oomph? Whether you've been married or together for years, show your partner how much you appreciate them by planning some sexy surprises for a very special night together. I'm talking about a night with absolutely no distractions; no kids, no smart phones, iPads, texting, TV, etc. None! I'm talking a very special evening of Love and romance. The kind of time … [Read more...]
How deep is your love?
How Far Would You Go to Prove Your Love? How far would you really go to support someone you say you love? How deep is your love? Have you ever said, "I would give my life for her or him? Would you really jump in front of a bullet for your partner? Under what circumstances? How strong is your commitment? Are you willing to put your commitment on the line? If you would, does that mean that you consider your life as unimportant next to the loved one or is it just something to say to … [Read more...]
The History of the Engagement Ring @ Uma Campbell
The History of the Engagement Ring Today’s media circus of seven-figure celebrity and royal weddings would have us believe that current generations have all but invented the pomp of the marriage ceremony, but in many ways we’re simply seeing a very glitzy reinvention of a very old wheel. Regarding the tradition of engagement rings, the use of circular bands as a symbol of commitment is almost as old as the institution of marriage itself. While there have been detours and variations - … [Read more...]
Creating Lasting Love by Susan Jeffers, Ph.D.
Seven More Tools for Creating Lasting Love by Susan Jeffers, Ph.D. 1. Speak to the Light within Your Mate Life has a way of getting in the way. Susan saw it like this, "Sometimes circumstances in life dim the light within and make us act in very hurtful ways. And sometimes circumstances in life dim the light in those we love." There is good in all of us. By focusing more on what's good in our mate or loved one, we will see that light. Can we see through the hurt and pain to the real human … [Read more...]