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Making Excuses

Making Excuses by: Beth Dargis I edited and re-edited my article. I had to make sure it was just so. Then I procrastinated on writing the query letter to get my article published. The house needed cleaning, I ran out of stamps, the letter wasn&a...

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On Uniqueness

niqueness by: Sam Vaknin, Ph.D. Is being special or unique a property of an object (let us say, a human being), independent of the existence or the actions of observers - or is this a product of a common judgement of a group of people? In the f...

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The Happiness of Others

Happiness of Others by: Sam Vaknin, Ph.D. Is there any necessary connection between our actions and the happiness of others? Disregarding for a moment the murkiness of the definitions of "actions" in philosophical literature - two types of answe...

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Discovery of Pyrope Spessartite garnets Madagascar

© 2004 gggems.com All rights reserved. A day of July 1996 whereas I stopped in a small village in Madagascar, one presented samples of a strange stone to me. At first sight its color could reminds certain zircon, but I quickly identified them a...

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We Aim To Please

A working understanding of temperament styles (personality types) will have a profound impact on the way you perceive yourself and will greatly enhance all of your relationships. If you are a salesperson, this information will significantly increase ...

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Discomfort, a stepping stone to joy

Welcome, come in and sit down. Make yourself uncomfortable.Have you ever greeted a guest at your door that way? I haven’teither, but maybe we should consider doing so. We usually wantour guests to be comfortable. But offering discomfort might bea b...

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Legal Protection for Same Sex Couples

Has anyone considered a compromise solution to the issue of legalization of same-sex marriages?As an attorney who has spent years conducting research on the advantages and disadvantages of marriage vs. living together, my viewpoint is a legal one, un...

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The Eyes Have It

Learn the Power of Eye Contact What is eye contact? Several popular definitions are: 1. Eye contact is one of the most important nonverbal channels you have for communicating and connecting with others. 2. Defined as a meeting of the eyes betwee...

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Dealing With Cheating In Your Marriage And The Struggle To Be You Again

Has your self esteem been shattered by your husband's affair? Do you find that you are constantly comparing yourself to the other woman? You are not alone. One of the more challenging aspects of dealing with cheating is the struggle to overcome ...

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Andranondambo Sapphire discovery Madagascar

Andranondambo Sapphire Discovery in Madagascar: A Gemstone Bonanza Madagascar, the world's fourth-largest island, has long been known for its natural splendor. The island bustles with lush forests, exotic wildlife, and pristine beaches. The country ...

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