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<description><![CDATA[Dr Brenda Shoshanna is a psycohlogist, author, speaker and relationship expert on i.village. Her most recent book is The Anger Diet, (30 Days To Stress Free Living, Andrews McMeel, and her new e-book Journey Through Illness and Beyond. Some other e-books include, Save Your Relationship (21 Basic Laws of Successful Relationship),and Living By Zen, (Timeless Truths For Everyday Life). Dr. Shoshanna has offered over 500 workshops on relationships and on becoming all you were meant to be. She is the author of many other books including Zen And The Art Of Falling In Love, (Simon and Schuster), Why Men Leave ... ]]></description>
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<title>The Power of Choice (Living a Chosen Life)</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:39:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Discover how to release stress easily and live a life meant for you. It is natural to master fear and other negative emotions when you understand the nature of feelings, how they assault you and ways of letting them go. We have the power to Choose and reclaim our strength and dominion over our lives.]]></description>
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<title>Discover the Real You</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:07:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So often we live our lives pretending to be someone we aren't. We play games, adopt roles, try to impress others and forget to really express the truth of who we are.]]></description>
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<title>Turning Around</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:27:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most of us spend our lives seeking and struggling to find that which will bring meaning and wholeness to our lives. Searching on the highways and byways, most of that which we find, soon loses value. Perhaps it is because we search in the wrong way and for the wrong reason. Then the time comes to Turn Around, take a new look, return to that which will never fail to provide joy,]]></description>
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<title>How to Let Go of Fear and Move Forward</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 10:10:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many ways that fear stops us from moving forward easily. The fear of making mistakes is one of them. This article provides a new way of looking at mistakes and offers exercises so that we can release this fear and become able to take action easily and enjoy whatever comes along. We learn to see that mistakes are your friend and that the futile search for perfection is only a mirage. Based on the new book, Fearless: The 7 Principles of Peace of Mind.]]></description>
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<title>You Can't Say Yes If You Can't Say No</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:52:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A great source of fear in relationships is rejection by others. Not aware that we have rejected ourselves, we become overly hungry for the approval of others. This article shows how to turn this around. It shows how to first build a fearless relationship with yourself. When you can learn to say No to that which is negative or not right for you, when you learn to accept yourself, others cannot reject you.]]></description>
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<title>Building Fearless Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 06:39:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Today fear is rampant in all areas of our lives. There are many ways we seek safe harbor, a place to feel protected and cared for. Many turn to relationships for this comfort.]]></description>
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<title>Let it Be Revealed - Secrets of Building Uplifting Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:43:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Whatever we are in life we bring to our relationships. Most enter relationships expecting all their needs will be fulfilled. Sooner or later they are sorely disappointed and wonder where the love has gone. This article shows how to build uplifting relationships that cannot fail. We receive the keys to seeing ourselves and relationships in a new light, changing our expectations and experiencing love that cannot fail or be taken away.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding the Amazing Power of Words</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:54:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most of us are not aware of the incredible power of the words we speak. This article shows how to use this power constructively to enrich both ourselves and our relationships, and to build trust, integrity and good will. It also shows what happens when we do not.]]></description>
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<title>The Lies Anger Tells Us</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 18:32:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Anger tells us many lies that we listen and respond to automatically. Once we identify these lies and the ways they undermine our lives, we can begin to take back our power from anger and find ways of undoing the knots it causes in our lives.]]></description>
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<title>Healing Through Zen</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 11:00:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When some people suffer they take drugs or go for therapy. Another way suffering can also be healed is through the practice of Zen. There are radical differences in these two approaches. This article describes the way Zen practice views and handles suffering. It offers a completely alternative way to cope with the stress and pain we go through.]]></description>
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<title>How to Stop the Churning Mind - The Practice of Mindfulness</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 09:11:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is so natural to be at the mercy of ingrained, automatic responses, and to live with a restless, churning mind. This article describes the practice of mindfulness, which stops the racing mind, decreases stress and worry, and shows us how to live in a manner that is beneficial for all.]]></description>
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<title>The Secret to Healing Loneliness</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:16:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Loneliness is one of the great sufferings of our time. Despite being constantly online and tuned in, the heart needs human warmth and contact. This article explores the true causes of loneliness and offers specific, wonderful steps to healing it, to feeling truly connected, knowing how and where you truly belong.]]></description>
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<title>New Ways of Healing Suffering</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 11:53:00 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When pain or hard times come into our lives, we usually tense up for battle, try to figure a solution and depend entirely upon our rational minds. However, there is another way to handle suffering, one which is simple, natural, and produces incredible results. This article offers a new look at suffering and a new way to respond. Exercise included.]]></description>
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<title>A New Look at Finding Love</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:22:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Everyone wants love and yet today it seems more difficult than ever to know how to build a lasting relationship and find the fulfillment we desire. In many circles, traditional relationships and commitment are a thing of the past. For many, it has become hard to find a suitable partner and create a lasting home.
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<title>The Art of Making Peace in Jewish and Zen Practice</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:35:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Today we are living in a world where conflict is raging out of control and all are seeking ways of making and finding peace. The practices of both Zen and Judaism offer time tested tools to heal the conflict, loneliness and separation we feel. This article describes some of these practices and how they can help you.]]></description>
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<title>How the Practice of Judaism and Zen Can Heal You</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:58:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The practice of Judaism and Zen each enrich, illuminate and challenge one another. They have the power to heal your life and offer keys to dealing with personal issues we struggle with each day such as loneliness, restlessness, conflict, suffering and relationships. This article provides an overview of both and how they can do this.]]></description>
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<title>The Art Of Creating Win-Win Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2008 15:03:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are specific steps to take to create powerful, win-win relationships. This article presents two of the most important ones. They are easy, workable and will bring tremendous results. Exercises included.]]></description>
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<title>How To Break Free From the Addiction to Possessiveness and Control</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2008 11:59:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When life presents many challenges the desire to control can seem natural. However, many soon become addiction to possessiveness and control as a way of feeling secure. This article explores the nature of control, how it becomes an addiction and offers exercises which show how to break free.]]></description>
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<title>How To Stop Self Sabotage</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:05:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some can't figure out why things often start out beautifully either at work, in a relationship, or in a project and then always fall apart. But, self sabotage is common and many who are in the grip of it are unaware of what is going on. This article discusses the causes of self sabotage - why we don't let ourselves win, and what to do about it.]]></description>
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<title>How To Deal With Jealousy and Distrust In A Relationship</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2008 10:55:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When too much distrust arises in a relationship, it is absolutely essential to understand where it is coming from, why it is arising and how to dissolve it, so clarity can break through. When we are in the grip of jealousy, it is easy to blame our partners and be unable to get out of the grip of the pain we feel. This article explore ways of handling jealousy and finding peace and truth.]]></description>
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<title>How To Develop True Self Worth and Really Win</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2008 14:44:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In order to feel good about themselves, most compare themselves to others, compete and try to win in all areas of their life. They do not realize, however, that this is not true winning and whatever they gain in this manner usually backfires. Article describes ways of building true of self worth and includes wonderful exercises to show you how to create true it in your life.]]></description>
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<title>How To Get Rid Of Your Enemies Easily</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2008 11:52:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We all think the enemy is somewhere outside ourselves and use enormous time, energy and resources on defeating them and keeping ourselves safe. This article presents a new idea about who the enemy really is and how to be free of them easily. When we take the unusual steps presented here we learn how to live a life that is healthy, balanced and filled with nourishment of all kinds.]]></description>
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<title>The Simple Truths About Falling and Living in Love</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:11:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We are meant to live a life of love. When we're not in love, something's the matter. Unfortunately, most of us have become resigned to sadness, struggle and disappointment in our relationships. This article explores what it is that keeps love from us, and offers simple, effective and powerful steps on how to turn it around.]]></description>
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<title>Journey Through Loss and Change</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2007 16:24:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most are unprepared to deal with a time of loss or change. Strong feelings emerge and many respond with fear, anger or denial. It takes a while to absorb what has happened and learn how to handle both the situation and emotions in a healthy, constructive way. This article describes the dynamics of loss and change and offers specific guidelines for handling feelings which are healing.]]></description>
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<title>How To Develop Trust In A Relationship</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2007 13:54:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is easy for distrust, suspicion and possessiveness to develop in a relationship, destroying the warmth and good will. This article explores the reasons why this happens and offers specific guidance and ways of letting go of false fears and developing basic trust. When there is cause for doubt, however, we are also shown how the exercises in this article, will help us with that as well.]]></description>
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<title>How We Sabotage Ourselves And What To Do About It</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:00:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most of us sabotage ourselves unknowingly, not realizing the powerful force of anger in our lives. This article explores the nature of anger and offers some easy and yet extremely effective antidotes to it. When we replace anger with these antidotes, not only does self sabotage cease, but many other symptoms and tensions dissolve easily as well.]]></description>
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<title>The Power of Thankfulness</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 08:11:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is one sure fire medicine which cures all pain and opens the way for your greatest good. It is readily available, has no side effects and the more you take it, the sweeter it is. This is the power of thankfulness. This article shows how thankfulness is more than a feeling, but a daily practice an way of life. When undertaken much sorrow, fear and loneliness evaporates. It is based upon Naikan Therapy, which is described.]]></description>
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<title>How To Handle Infidelity In A Marriage</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2007 14:06:27 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Infidelity and the threat of it are the largest threats to a marriage. However, it is not necessarily fatal. It is possible to heal the marriage and even become closer than before this happened. This article explores ways of dealing with infidelity and looks at some of the things that cause it to take place.]]></description>
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<title>Why Men Need Adventure In Relationships  And How To Handle It</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2007 16:12:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Certain men crave challenge and adventure in their relationships, which manifests in different ways. This article explores the different ways in which men hear the call to adventure, what it means, how it is expressed and offers specific guidelines for men and women on how to best handle it.]]></description>
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<title>Surprising Reasons Why Men Leave Relationships (And How To Handle It)</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2007 12:14:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After a relationship ends many wonder what went wrong, what they could have done to make it work. Once we understand, it's much easier to deal with upset. In this article we discover the main reasons men leave relationships, what it is they truly needed and also receive specific guidelines on how to avoid these pitfalls.]]></description>
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<title>How To Stop Waiting For The Perfect Partner and Find Love Now</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 13:22:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many spend years waiting for the "perfect mate" only to lose many chances at love. This article explores what we wait for when we wait for the perfect mate and how we can turn this matter around and become available to meet someone with whom we will be able to find the love, warmth and closeness we seek.]]></description>
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<title>Why Anger Arises In The Family - And How To Let It Go</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Oct 2007 09:32:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Anger in the family is one of main causes of difficult relationships and troubles of all kinds. It is extremely important to understand why this arises, how it manifests and what to do to stop it. This article explores anger in the family, offering many insights into its origin and suggestions about letting it go.]]></description>
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<title>Fantasy Lovers - Who They Are And How To Handle Them</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2007 16:57:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It can be much easier to fall in love with a fantasy than with a real, flesh and blood person. Some become addicted to fantasy relationships in many forms. These individuals can be deceptively charming and warm. But when reality hits, they are gone. This article explores the fantasy lover, why he/she behaves that way and how to best handle them.]]></description>
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<title>5 Ways To Increase The Joy In Your Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2007 13:43:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most are not aware of the difference between happiness and joy in a relationship. Happiness is fleeting, and depends upon circumstances. Joy can grow between two people no matter what is going on. This article describes specific steps to take to build the joy between you, and feel truly fulfilled.]]></description>
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<title>How To Know If It's Time To Stay or Go In Your Relationship?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Sep 2007 14:29:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many individuals spend a great deal of time in relationships wondering whether the person is right for them, and if they should stay or go. However, there are certain checkpoints we can ask ourselves which give a clear direction about which road to follow. This article provides some of these checkpoints and will help you understand more what's going on and what to do.]]></description>
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<title>Save Your Marriage (How To Deal With Threats To Your Marriage)</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Aug 2007 13:39:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In every marriage there are times when the partners are tested and required to stop and re-define their relationship. This article deals with the nature of threat in a marriage and with one of the most difficult ones, infidelity. It offers specific guidance on how to deal with challenges and use hard times to make the marriage stronger than it was before.]]></description>
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<title>How To Know If it's Really Love? (Finding the Real Thing)</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Aug 2007 14:39:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Although a relationship may start out wonderfully, many often grow to feel that things change and the love has disappeared. They wonder where it went and if it was the real thing? This article describes the difference between real and counterfeit love. It explores the nature of real love and how to be in it all the time. Exercise included.]]></description>
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<title>Why Men Are Afraid of Commitment (And How To Help)</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Aug 2007 16:09:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After a relationship ends, women ask what went wrong, again and again. In this revealing article we see that often it has nothing to do with the woman. The article explores some patterns and needs that cause men to run from relationships. It also offers specific guidelines and advice to help. Women will learn about male psychology and men will be better able to understand themselves.]]></description>
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<title>Zen Steps To Calming Down Easily</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2007 11:50:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's easy to calm down quickly. Though most do not realize it negative emotions can become addictive so it is very important to learn how to let them go. This article offers some enjoyable steps to calm down, based upon Zen practice and principles. Once we try them, our life quickly turns around.]]></description>
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<title>The Greatest Gift - What Is It?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jul 2007 15:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We all give many things in relationships, but unless the greatest gift is given, things don't always work out so well. The greatest gift is who we truly are. This article explores the roles and games many play, how they get in the way of happiness and create difficulty. The article offers specific ways to let go of these games and have the courage to be who we truly are. ]]></description>
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<title>Best Ways To Deal With Sudden Shock and Loss - (Post Traumatic Syndrome)</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jul 2007 15:29:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[No one is truly ever prepared to deal with sudden shock or loss. When something happens that we cannot handle, we numb ourselves in different ways. After the numbness passes, it is time to learn how to handle the anxiety we feel. This article offers an understanding of ways to deal with shock and loss. It describes the Post Traumatic syndrome and presents steps to dealing with it. Important information for going through hard times.]]></description>
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<title>What Are The Ghosts of Past Relationships?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jun 2007 11:16:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many reasons that men leave relationships and most of the time women blame themselves. However, most of the time the reason they go has nothing to do with the woman at all. This unique article and program helps you understand and deal with what truly goes on in relationships and how to feel good about yourself. ]]></description>
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<title>Why Men Leave - (Common Reasons Why Men Leave Relationships )</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2006 16:23:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When men leave relationships most of the time women blame themselves and suffer unnecessarily. It makes a huge difference to really understand the reasons men leave, what makes it difficult for them to stay and to realize that mostly it has nothing to do with you. This articles introduces you to some of the basic reasons men have difficulty in relationships and what is says about them.]]></description>
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<title>Why Men Leave (The Fantasy Relationship)</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2006 08:07:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some men never say good-bye to one woman without having a few more in the wings. This article explores one of the reasons men leave relationship, because they're involved with fantasy loves. Some believe they don't have what it takes to keep a woman happy, and instead build short term fantasy loves that give them the illusion that they are wanted and everything is all right. When the fantasy ends, they're out of there. Find out more...]]></description>
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<title>Six Important Facts No One Tells You About Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Feb 2006 18:34:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most of us have dreams about what relationships are, or will be like. Then we becme disappointed or afraid when things unfold differently. In this article, Dr. Shoshanna clearly states 6 important facts about relationships that you need to know before entering into them. Armed with this information, you will be better able to deal with inevitable ups and down.]]></description>
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<title>4 Secrets Men Keep And Why You Should Let Them</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2006 11:52:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many women believe that if they are close to their man they should know everything about him. Not only is this untrue, but it is one of the main reasons relationships develop difficulties. In the very best of relationships, each partner has the space to have their own past and secrets. This article explains which secrets a man often needs to keep and why. It shows how to create boundaries where all feel valued and respected.]]></description>
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<title>When Your Partner Strays (Why It Happens, What To Do)</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2006 17:04:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Infidelity and the threat of it is the largest single issue that threatens relationships. Many wonder why it has happened, what to do and if it is possible to really re-build trust again. This article addresses these questions and offers specific answers and guidance about what to do. It is based upon Save Your Relationship (21 Basic Laws of Successful Relationships).]]></description>
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<title>Simple Steps To Having Healthy Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2006 10:35:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So many relationships start out wonderfully, and then, before you know it, your wondering where the love has gone. Your think that you've failed. However, when you know the proven laws of successful relationships, and how to practice them, happy and satifying relationships become the norm, not the exception. You then can mend a broken relationship, or build a new relationship that will weather difficulties, and grow better as time goes by.]]></description>
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<title>New Beginnings (Zen Steps To Starting Fresh)</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2006 06:35:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Along with the joy and excitement of the New Year's season, a feeling of sadness often exists. It is important to understand what this sadness comes from, how to let go of the old, and what steps to take to start really new. This article, offers specific, unfailing steps to take to making the new year, and your life, really new.]]></description>
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<title>Discover Practical Steps To Falling In Love</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2005 18:23:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We are meant to live a life of love. However, no matter how successful some are in other aspects of their lives, they don't feel it's possible to have the same success in love. This article shows you why that isn't so, and what steps to take to open up to falling in love. They work every time.]]></description>
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<title>How To Stay Calm When Life Isn't</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 17 Dec 2005 06:10:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[No matter what is happening in the world around us, it is never necessary to become caught in depression, fear, or other negativity. We are not victims of the world we see, but have the ability to take charge of how we respond. This article shows how to do it with techniques of Centering and the wonderful effects they have...]]></description>
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<title>How To Keep Your Love Alive</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2005 10:52:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some believe romance and love should just come naturally, but nothing is further from the truth. There are specific steps to take each day which easily turn around a dull relationship and re-ignite the closeness and sparks. This article offers specific guidelines and exercises.]]></description>
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<title>How To Grow A Zen Child</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2005 12:04:41 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When children are raised naturally, in accordance with Zen principles, their own intrinsic intelligence, joy, creativity and self confidence become strong. In order to do this, there are certain specific steps we can take to assist both our child and ourselves to become all we are meant to be. This article goes over some of these steps and offers specific guidance.]]></description>
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<title>From Anger To Peace Of Mind</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2005 14:33:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Anger is a serious problem for many Americans. But anger has many faces. It camouflages itself and appears in many forms, such as depression, anxiety, hypocrisy, addiction. This article, based on The Anger Diet, describes the forms anger takes and offers specific concrete steps in dissolving it easily.]]></description>
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<title>How To Break The Addiction To Anger</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2005 11:43:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The addiction to anger is one of the most common addiction and one that ruins lives and relationships. This article shows how to undo It. We see the functions the addiction serves,its effects on our lives and how to begin the process of dismantling it. An exercise is included (Article based upon The Anger Diet - Dr. Shoshanna's new book).]]></description>
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<title>How To Stop The Fighting In Your Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2005 14:26:43 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For some couples fighting is the fire that keeps their relationships alive. However, fighting is damaging in a relationships. This article shows why, what people get out of fighting, and how to stop it.]]></description>
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<title>When Change Comes (Dealing With Grief and Loss)</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2005 19:51:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A time of loss is volatile and confusing for most people. Yet crisis means opportunity. When the process of grief is handled properly, suffering can be diminshed and late symptoms forestalled. This article explores the dynamics of grief and how to best handle it.]]></description>
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<title>Zen and Peace (The Road To Lasting Harmony)</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2005 11:02:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Presently, many of us live in uncertainty. Rather than allowing this to cause anxiety, it can be viewed as a wonderfu teacher coming to take us up. This insecurity causes us to seek another way of feeling peaecful, one that is not based upon external conditions, but comes from within.]]></description>
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<title>7 Unfailing Laws of Happy Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2005 16:35:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Through relationships we encounter everything, challenges, joy, fulfillment, loss. Despite all life training, we do not learn the knitty-gritty about how to build relationships that bring out the best in all concerned and cannot fail. These 7 Unfailing Laws are a fine starting point.]]></description>
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<title>How To Put An End To Rejection</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2005 13:40:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Rejection is one of the most painful experiences in relationships, not only rejection from our partner, but from ourselves. Discover the dynamics of rejection and how to put an end to it. Guidelines and exercises included.]]></description>
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<title>Save Your Relationships (5 Easy Steps To A Winning Relationship)</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2005 11:24:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most think it is difficult to win in their relationships. Struggles are the name of the game. This article outlines 5 easy steps to take so that everybody wins, and so you can save your relationship, no matter what's going on.]]></description>
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<title>Why It's Impossible To Fail At Love</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2005 10:35:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So many times relationships start out wonderfully and after a short time we begin to wonder where the love has gone. Many do not know how to correct misunderstandings, or sort out has gone wrong. This article shows how once we know the basic laws of love, it is truly impossible to stumble or fail.]]></description>
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<title>How To Live A Life Of No Problems</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2005 07:06:31 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For most of us our lives are a problem which have to be solved. Everyday we seek answers, guidance, counselling. Learn how to approach life differently, as a wonderful adventure, with endless possibilities awaiting us. Exercises and guidelines included.]]></description>
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<title>Discover The Wisdom of Letting Go</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2005 05:18:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When things do not go as we wish or when change comes, many start to grasp and hold on. This grasping itself increases anxiety. Once we learn the wisdom of letting go, new possibilities arise and life takes on a new turn.]]></description>
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<title>Journey Through Illness (New Ways of Dealing With Cancer)</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2005 15:26:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article takes a new look at ways of dealing with illness. Usually we run from our pain and seek all kinds of comfort. But, if we stop running we can see that true comfort and even healing can come from stopping, looking within and learning to dialogue with our situation. Article offers exercises and a deeper look at illness and suffering.]]></description>
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<title>Zen And Romance</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2005 12:57:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The art of romance and Zen are similar. Both cause you to feel happy to be alive and look forward to waking up in the morning, excited out your day. This article explores both and offers an exercise to have this happen in your life. ]]></description>
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<title>The Power Of Your Natural Self</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2005 09:05:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We all have an inner resource we are mostly unaware of. This inner treasure can provide, strength, confidence, clarity, love and the success we so desire. This article introduces this resource and shows how to access it. Short exercise included.]]></description>
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<title>How To Put An End To Loneliness</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2005 14:46:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Loneliness and separation are the real anxiety of our times. However, when we understand its causes, and become able to let go of the games we play, true communication becomees possible and we are able to connect and feel whole.]]></description>
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<title>Finding The Leader Within (Keys To Zen Leadership)</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2005 19:59:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most believe leaders are born not made. Nothing can be further from the truth. There are Zen keys to leadership, which when acted upon, allow any individual to inspire others and to devlop the leader within.]]></description>
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<title>What He Can't Tell You And Needs To Say</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2005 19:07:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Women complain they can't get men to talk. When time comes for intimate conversation, guys clam up and offer a few grunts. This article tells why men are dying to tell you what's on their minds and how to get them to do it easily. 
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<title>Healing From Within</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2005 11:14:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article explores a new way of dealing with pain and illness and shows how to start the process of healing from within.  When we tap the power of healing from within, we can easily discover new possibilities, and balance our lives. Some direct pointers are included, along with ways readers can utilize this guidance in their lives.  
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<title>Two Easy Steps To Finding Joy In All Your Relationships</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2005 13:42:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most do not know the difference between happiness and joy in their relationships. In their struggle to make others behave in a way that pleases them and to make things go as they wish, they lose that which they want the most. This article explores the difference between happiness and joy and offers two easy, enjoyable steps for beginning to change one's actions.]]></description>
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<title>The Perfect Person</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2005 10:50:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We are all seeking the "perfect person", and this search is often exactly what keeps love away. This article gives a new look at how to find the perfect person and who they really are. Written by a psychologist, author and long term Zen practitioner.]]></description>
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<title>How To Keep Love Growing Through All The Ups And Downs</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2005 12:40:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The usual ways we think about love often backfire, leaving us anxious about keeping our relationships happy, confused when feelings start to change. This article explores some timeless truths about love and how to deal with the natural ups and downs.  As a psychologist, author, speaker and long term teacher of meditation, I've discovered a completely different approach to developing the happiness we all desire. This article includes some simple guidelines  to keep love growing  no matter what is going on. 

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<title>How To Develop A Grateful Mind (The Best Medicine There Is)</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 06 Mar 2005 14:36:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A completely new approach to dissolving upset and resentment. Article offers ways to clear the mind and develop balance and compassion in relationships. Direct steps are included, so that readers can utilize this guidance in their lives.  
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<title>How To Be Secure In An Insecure World</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2005 21:30:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The usual ways we look for security often backfire, leaving us more insecure than before. This article explores the 2000 year old Zen secrets for creating true balance, and security in our lives. As a psychologist, author, speaker and long term Zen practitioner I've discovered a completely different approach to finding the happiness we all desire. 

This article includes both Zen secrets, and some simple steps we can take to find the comfort we are seeking and get in touch with our true source of security within. 
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<title>Find Love The Zen Way</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2005 10:33:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What if you decided that someday is now? Isn't it time to find a new way of inviting love into your life? The usual ways we think of love often backfire, leaving us more lonely than before. As a psychologist who is also a long term Zen practitioner, I have found a unique approach to being in love.]]></description>
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<title>The Truth About Life's Challenges (Living By Zen)</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2005 10:17:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Discover 2,000 Year Old Zen Secrets To Feeling Calm, Balanced And Positive No Matter What's Going On In Your Life. See some of the things that steal your peace of mind and how to turn them around. Direct pointers included and ways to utilize material in your life.]]></description>
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