Global commerce is a multi-billion dollar endeavor and it is growing every year. Decades ago, going into business in other countries is considered the exclusive domain of those who have extremely deep pockets or large-scale corporations. But with the business trends changing, it is now possible for those with more modest budgets to actually start [...]
Archive for February, 2012
Confront and conquer your deepest fears
Everyone is afraid of something. Fear is a primal emotion, a natural survival mechanism when our mind feels your safety is threatened. It doesn’t have to make sense (a kid can be afraid of a vacuum cleaner; you could be afraid of public speaking) but it is, nevertheless, real to us. How do we get [...]
How to deal with emotional cheating
Emotional cheating is when your partner seems to have a stronger emotional connection to somebody else. They may not be having sex, but there is definitely intimacy. How to tell when it’s something serious. If your husband is constantly talking about a female friend in the office, ask yourself:
Should your child go to a progressive school?
Should your child go to a progressive school? Unlike traditional schools, progressive schools emphasize hands-on (not textbook) learning, smaller class sizes, and lots of interaction. However, it is not for everyone. Find out if your child will be happier in a progressive school.
Understanding childhood ear infections
It’s common for babies and toddlers to develop an ear infection. But what causes it, how can worried moms prevent it, and why does this condition become less and less common as our children grow older (thank God!). Read more about ear infections.
How to find a healthy compromise with your rebellious teen
Are you and your teenager constantly fighting? While it’s important for parents to put their foot down on important rules, your child also needs to be able to assert his growing independence and feel that it is acknowledged. This article can help you decide when to say no, and when to say, “Okay.”
How to work smarter
Long hours and constant stress can wear you down until you have nothing left to give. Your work quality suffers, you get burnt out, and you increase your risk for depression. The trick is not to work harder, but to work smarter. Here are some tips.
Tips for building a great sand castle
Anyone can make a big mound of sand, drive in a stick and call it a sandcastle. But to create a beach masterpiece that will have everyone saying “Wow!” and posting photos on Facebook, you’ll need a few tools and a little planning. Here are some tips.
How to develop your intuition
Psychologists and neurologists are discovering that our brains can arrive at a fact or conclusion before the language centers can even articulate it. In simple words, this “intuition” or “trusting your gut.” But how can we understand and tap this inner wisdom? Here are some tips. Get in touch with your emotions We’re used to [...]


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