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<description><![CDATA[Julia Barnard is a qualified counsellor living in Adelaide, Australia. She runs the website makethechange.com.au where she writes about counselling, health, happiness and wellbeing.

She began her counselling work in 2001. Before becoming a counsellor, Julia worked in a number of different roles. Since leaving university, she's worked as a research assistant, editor and did a short stint as a taxation officer. As well as counselling, Julia has done rehabilitation work with people who have experienced brain injury.]]></description>
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<title>December: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<description><![CDATA[December is the twelfth and final month of the year and comes from the word decem, meaning ten as it was originally the tenth month of the year in the old Roman calendar. Given that it is the last month of the year, I thought this would be a good opportunity to get you ready for next year. It's a chance to set some goals. These can come in the form of New Year's resolutions if you like. I hope you achieved the resolutions you set yourself for this year. If not, hopefully the following will assist your chances of success next year.]]></description>
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<title>November: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<description><![CDATA[November is the eleventh month of the year, but its name comes from novem, meaning nine as it was originally the ninth month of the year. As we approach the end of the year, we enter the holiday season. Generally this means time spent with family, as well as organising events whether large or small. So this month we will spend time ensuring you are prepared fully to deal with what can be a difficult time mentally. What follows are a number of ideas that are relevant now, but hopefully may come on useful for the rest of the year.]]></description>
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<title>September: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<description><![CDATA[This month we will consider the impact your thoughts have on your life. This is in recognition of Albert Ellis who was born on the 27th September. Albert Ellis was a psychologist who devised Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy, and his work impacted on many people around the world. He died in 2007 at the age of 93. Ellis worked his entire life and wrote 80 books and over 1200 articles. This brings us on to the second theme of learning, as this month it is Adult Learners' Week in Australia. Finally I will discuss ways you can take control of your health, as World Heart Day takes place this month.]]></description>
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<title>October: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 08:58:43 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[October is the tenth month of the year and is from the word octo, meaning eight as it was originally the eighth month of the year in the old Roman calendar. World Mental Health Day takes place this month, its aim being to promote good mental wellbeing and to highlight important issues that need addressing. To support this, I will offer you ideas to keep your own mental health in check. In Australia Stress Less Day is this month and offers us all an opportunity to remember the importance of keeping our stress under control. On the first of October, the International Day of Older Persons is observed. Here's your opportunity to ensure the happiness and wellbeing of older people.]]></description>
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<title>July: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:11:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[July is the seventh month of the year and is named after Julius Caesar. This month there really is a reason to be happy as International Happiness Day is celebrated. As such I will provide you with some simple tips to help you not only celebrate this day, but to be used at any time. We also have International Joke Day this month, so hopefully this will put a smile on your face. In some parts of the world, Christmas in July is celebrated. As such, I will discuss the idea of blending old traditions with new, thereby creating your own, more contented life.]]></description>
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<title>June: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<description><![CDATA[For a month of happiness, we will consider three themes: relationship satisfaction, eating outdoors and learning something new. Here's to a happy June!]]></description>
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<title>August: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 08:09:31 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[August is the eighth month of the year and is named after the emperor Augustus. This month we will consider your thoughts on young people and staying young at heart. In honour of Left Hander's Day we will note how it is okay being different. Finally, since relaxation and stress relief is so important to everyone, I will offer you relaxation tips, even if Relaxation Day isn't celebrated in your country.]]></description>
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<title>May: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 08:36:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For a month of happiness, we will draw from three events happening in May: World Laughter Day, International No Diet Day and a little known celebration observed in the US, Visit Your Relatives Day. If we take advantage of these events this month, we can make a difference to our overall happiness and wellbeing.]]></description>
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<title>April: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 08:33:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[April is the fourth month of the year and may have been named after the goddess Aphrodite. Celebrated this month are World Creativity Week, World Health Day and International Dance Day. This month I will consider how everybody can be creative and how using your creativity skills can be a great mood booster. In recognition of World Health Day, I will provide ideas to help you look after your own mental and physical health. Related to both your creativity and your health, I will encourage you to take advantage of International Dance Day to get up and moving.]]></description>
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<title>March: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2011 12:38:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[March is the third month of the year and is named after the god Mars. This month marks the beginning of spring in the northern hemisphere and the start of autumn in the southern hemisphere. Make sure to note the changes in the season, no matter where you are in the world. March is International Listening Awareness Month. Since good communication promotes happier relationships, we will consider the art of listening. Brain Awareness Week also takes place this month and as such we will consider the benefits of learning to your happiness and wellbeing. Finally, we will look at human rights to celebrate International Women's Day.]]></description>
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<title>February: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:38:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[February is the second month of the year and is named after Februa the Roman purification festival. This month celebrates International Friendship Month. Friendships have been shown to be important to our happiness, health and wellbeing, so it makes sense to consider the friends in your life. It is also Random Acts of Kindness Week during this month. Research continues to gather to support the link between kindness and happiness.]]></description>
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<title>January: A Whole Month of Happiness and Wellbeing</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Jan 2011 08:11:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[January is the first month of the year and is named after Janus the god of the doorway. As such, it offers an opportunity for new beginnings. People make New Year's Resolutions and are hopeful for the year to come. Celebrated this month are New Year's Day, World Braille Day and Peculiar People Day in the United States. Japan celebrates Coming of Age Day and Australia celebrates Australia Day. This month we will consider optimism and how it will help you bring about the changes you want from your New Year's Resolutions. In homage to Peculiar People Day, we will reflect on the importance of being open-minded and being okay with difference. Finally, in recognition of Australia Day we will celebrate achievements and greatness in your world.]]></description>
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<title>A Beginner's Guide to Type 2 Diabetes</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 21:49:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Recently I heard news of a neighbour who had her leg amputated because of diabetes. I already knew this was a potential complication, but seeing it happen to someone I knew, hit home. A reminder that the statistics we read refer to actual people. So I thought I'd give you a quick overview of type 2 diabetes as well as steps you can take to lower your chances of developing the condition.]]></description>
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<title>11 Ideas to Help You Quit Smoking</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 21:28:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to make a change in your life, it's worth carrying out a bit of preparation work to enhance your chances of success. This is especially so if you want to quit smoking as it is an addictive habit that is embedded into your daily routine. Many people each year successfully give up smoking. You too can succeed and hopefully this article will make it easier for you.]]></description>
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<title>You Could Be Happier Without All That Guilt</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 20:21:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some people feel more guilt than others. There's nothing wrong with feeling guilty when you really have something to feel guilty about -- in fact I'd be worried if you didn't feel guilt in these circumstances. The guilt I am concerned with here is when a person experiences this emotion seemingly automatically, whether it is warranted or not.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding Loneliness and Being Alone</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 19:51:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Have you ever felt lonely? It doesn't feel so good does it? You feel separated from others both physically and mentally. Because you do not have to be alone to feel lonely. You can be surrounded by others, yet anything they say or do does not matter. It's like they've ceased to exist. If your loneliness continues for just a little while you can end up feeling helpless, isolated and despairing.]]></description>
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<title>How to Be Happy Again When You're Feeling Down</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 08:42:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you ever suffer from episodes of depression, at the time you wonder how you will ever feel better again. Sometimes this mood just runs its course. However, there a few things you can do to help you recover sooner and get back to your happier self.]]></description>
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<title>On Being Yourself</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 14:28:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How easy is it for you to be yourself? Do you ever pretend to be someone you are not, just to fit in? It is not always easy being yourself, especially if you know it goes against popular opinion. However if you have the courage to be yourself, you will invariably see yourself in higher esteem.]]></description>
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<title>Food and Mental Health</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 14:17:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most people know that what a person eats has an impact on their physical health. What sometimes gets forgotten is the impact food has on a person's mental health and overall wellbeing. Choosing the right foods and taking care to avoid less than healthy foods can have a huge impact on how you feel.]]></description>
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<title>7 Ideas to Help You Change a Habit</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 08:13:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to make a change in your life, you can help your chances of being successful by carrying out some forward planning and setting up strategies. Whether you want to quit smoking, watch less TV, cut down on alcohol or eat healthier, if you consider the following ideas and take your time, then you can achieve the changes you want.]]></description>
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<title>Be More Patient</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2010 21:47:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How patient are you? How do you cope when the person ahead of you in the queue at the supermarket cannot find their purse, forgets their pin, rambles on to the shop assistant and still doesn't leave once their transaction is complete? How about with yourself?]]></description>
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<title>10 Time Saving Strategies That Will Also Increase Happiness</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2010 16:08:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We all hope to get more time from our day. Most of us, I imagine also want to be happier. This article discusses ways to better manage your time that will help increase your overall mood.]]></description>
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<title>The Health Benefits of Pet Ownership</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:39:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you have a pet I am pretty sure they are a great source of pleasure to you. Hopefully they are an important part of your family, with their own unique personality and behaviour patterns. It may interest you to know then that owning a pet can bring with it many benefits to your mental and physical wellbeing. If you don't have a pet, then discover some of the reasons why it may be worthwhile getting one.]]></description>
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<title>All About Resilience</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:10:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How resilient do you think you are? How easily do you bounce back when bad things happen? Do you think you would manage if disability or serious illness were to come your way, or do you think you would buckle under the misery and give up on life?]]></description>
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<title>Make Time For a Music Bath</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:15:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I love finding easy, simple things that people can do to boost their health, happiness and overall wellbeing. And listening to music must be one of the most effortless things a person can do.]]></description>
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<title>Get Energised and Get the Most Out of Your Life</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 22:02:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You can have the best plans in the world. You can be full of ideas and inspiration. But if you don't have the energy to actually implement your ideas, you're not going to get very far. Even worse, your energy levels are so low that you cannot even be bothered to make any plans.]]></description>
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<title>The Life of a Panda Can Be Yours</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:27:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Two giant pandas have recently arrived in Australia for their ten year vacation at Adelaide Zoo. They are called Wang Wang and Funi. Pandas are one of my favourite animals, so I'm looking forward to being able to wander down and visit them. When I reflect on the life of a panda, it occurs to me that there is quite a bit we can learn from them; things that can make our lives a bit less stressful.]]></description>
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<title>Optimism in Childhood and Beyond</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:07:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Optimism is a way of thinking about the world. It is a great way of coping with life's difficulties and challenges. Fortunately it is something we can all learn at any stage of life. However teaching it to your children now means they will see immediate benefits and it is something they can take into the future.]]></description>
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<title>Getting in Touch With Your Creative Side</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2009 15:28:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Put aside the belief that you're not the creative type. Given time and space we can all be more creative.  It is not just about creating artwork. It could be a creative solution to your filing crisis at work. It is about finding novel ways of doing things. This article explores the benefits of creativity and offers ideas on how to be more creative.]]></description>
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<title>10 Reasons to Take a Vacation</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2009 15:28:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Taking a holiday can offer immediate benefits as well as long term gains for your life in general. This article considers some of the ways a vacation can be beneficial to our mental health and wellbeing.]]></description>
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<title>Positive Psychology and Counselling</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2009 15:28:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For many years psychology has focused on looking at problems and seeing if anything can be done about them. As a result so much focus seems to have been on what's wrong rather than what's right with people. Somehow people have become victims of their genes and environment and the best they can hope for is to learn how to tread water. Positive Psychology offers more than this.]]></description>
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<title>Emotional Eating - Don't Let Food Control Your Life</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:45:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Eating is a pleasure. It is a chance to engage our senses in something delicious. It also offers social opportunities -- going out for dinner with friends or chatting with family at the dinner table after a day apart. However, eating becomes a problem when we turn to food to deal with our emotions. You can feel happy, sad, stressed, worried, powerless, angry, excited... All are good excuses to eat. Rather than eating when you are hungry, you let your emotions determine when to eat (as well as what, quite often).]]></description>
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<title>Laugh, Laugh, Laugh - The Benefits Are Many</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:29:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If there's one thing you should do today to boost your wellbeing, it's have a good laugh. It feels good to laugh and benefits you in many different ways. This article will look at those many benefits and offer tips to ensure you get more laughter in your life.]]></description>
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<title>The Positive Psychology of Gratitude</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 10:03:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Gratitude is about having an awareness of and appreciation for the good things in your life and not taking them for granted. It is about acknowledging the kindness of others. As such, it helps us recognise that we are not solitary creatures and that others have helped and supported us along the way.]]></description>
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<title>Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:33:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy was pioneered by Albert Ellis who personally used the techniques he taught his clients during his own long life (he died in 2007 aged 93). Essentially, people display both rational and irrational thoughts. Too many irrational thoughts can impact on life, causing unhappiness, anxiety, depression and so on.]]></description>
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<title>Just a Matter of Luck</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:11:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How often have you said to a person that they were lucky? Or you lament your own bad luck when something bad happens. When we talk of luck, it's with the idea that it is something beyond our control. Perhaps the world has it in for us, or we were just born unlucky.]]></description>
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<title>Surviving Unemployment</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 19:51:51 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you've ever found yourself unemployed than you know how it feels. It can be a terrifying time, wrought with anxiety and fear. You are unable to see past the present moment. Suddenly you are faced with a whole host of worries and initially you may feel paralysed, unable to act. However, if you can keep active, it will help you in the long run.]]></description>
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<title>The Benefits of Lifelong Learning and Discovery</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:48:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you enjoy learning? Is it a pleasure to discover new things, or do you associate the word 'learning' with being sat behind a desk at school being fed information you have no control over? Happily, as adults we can choose what we want to learn and the skills we want to develop. Learning should be a lifelong venture that should feature in all stages of your life.]]></description>
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<title>An Introduction to Person Centered Therapy</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:29:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article provides a brief introduction to Person Centered therapy. A quick history is given and focus is on the conditions needed for therapeutic change, namely: congruence, unconditional positive regard and empathy.]]></description>
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<title>Happy Birthday to You - Time to Celebrate</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:27:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you enjoy your last birthday? Was it a time of celebration, or something you dreaded, knowing that another number was being added to your age? If you want to be happy in your life and with your life, then you are going to have to accept one indisputable fact:  you are getting older.]]></description>
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<title>What Matters to You</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:14:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Let me begin by asking you a question. What would you do to make this world a better place, if time and resources were not a limitation? Be ambitious with your answer. Get creative and spend some time thinking about this.]]></description>
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<title>Small Things Bring Happiness</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 11:18:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Each year you look forward to your yearly vacation. It's something in the future that is a glimmer of light in a routine that you are exhausted from. Yet it seems a shame to be saving up happiness for a once a year thing (and then get disappointed because that perfect vacation doesn't pan out as planned).]]></description>
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<title>Stop Ruminating - Life's Too Short</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 13:48:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We worry about many things, from the small to the large, things from our past, future happenings and current situations. For some, this is a time to ruminate. The worries are going around their head and there does not seem an end to it. They just cannot stop thinking about it. There is no thought of resolution as they are too busy mulling.]]></description>
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<title>Is Online Counselling Safe?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 13:47:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Online counselling is a relatively new mode of therapy and as such, concerns are sometimes raised. In this article I will address some issues people may have, which are particularly relevant to counselling over the internet.]]></description>
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<title>Putting Off Happiness</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1751265</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 13:37:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There's always something to do right? Everyday something new comes along to take up your energies. You have a huge list of tasks to do and you say to yourself that once these are done, then you will do the things that bring you pleasure. How often has it happened that you never quite get around to the fun activity you'd planned for yourself, once the boring stuff was done?]]></description>
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<title>Take Control of Your Television</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:01:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The majority of people watch television. It is such an easy thing to do. Press a button on your remote, sit back and enjoy. However, does it bring us happiness? ]]></description>
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<title>Happiness Is Giving to Others</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:06:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Has someone been kind to you today? Feels good doesn't it? When someone does something generous, you feel grateful for their action and pleased that they thought of you. Perhaps your partner bought you a cup of tea in bed or a stranger let you in ahead of them when you were in your car waiting at a busy junction.   Remember this good feeling as you read on.]]></description>
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<title>No More Boredom</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 08:11:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When we are bored we have this tendency to engage in activities that will increase our boredom and make us feel worse about ourselves, especially when we realise hours have passed and we have produced nothing meaningful. You may rummage around the web and find yourself reading things and playing games you would not ordinarily do. They may be great distractions but are they relieving boredom?]]></description>
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<title>How to Be Happy in the Job You Have</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1523237</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 08:11:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How much time do you spend working each and every week? How about the time spent getting to and from work? Adds up doesn't it? So do you enjoy your work? Some people love their work and would say they have found their calling. For others, it is just about earning money so they are able to pay the bills and enjoy a life outside work.]]></description>
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<title>Exercise and Flow Experience</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:11:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article discusses the link between exercise and the experience of flow. Exercise is an easy way to achieve a flow experience, which is a great way to boost your happiness on a day to day basis. Tips are given to enable you to get the best from your workout.]]></description>
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<title>Confidentiality and Counselling</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:33:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Confidentiality within counselling refers to the premise that what you say to your counsellor stays with your counsellor. You do not expect a counsellor to discuss your case sat in a restaurant with friends. Indeed it may be this confidential relationship that attracts people to counselling. There are however, a number of limitations that prevent total confidentiality which clients and potential clients should be aware of.]]></description>
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<title>Can Your Mum and Dad Come Out to Play?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1280757</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1280757</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:32:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It seems sad to me that adults tend to stop playing, instead adopting a serious approach to life. Yes life can be very stressful, but playing can be a great way to reduce stress, have fun and experience joy. This article considers play in adulthood and ideas for bringing play into your own life.]]></description>
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<title>How Not to Relieve Your Stress</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1280355</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1280355</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:19:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Is your idea of stress relief kicking back with a beer and watching the game? Or pigging out on a box of chocolates whilst watching an episode of Lost? If so you are not alone. Research in the US has found people are turning to food, drink and cigarettes to relieve their stress. However none of these are effective and this article will discuss why.]]></description>
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<title>Ten Ways to Increase Your Happiness</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1271293</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:16:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How's your schedule looking? Have you made time today to do something to increase your happiness? In this article I offer you practical steps you can take to get started on a happier life. The suggestions can be easily implemented, so choose one and start today.]]></description>
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<title>Eight Ideas to Help You Achieve Your Goals</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1259734</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1259734</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 16:30:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Having life goals can be beneficial to our happiness and wellbeing. They are something we have chosen and have set aside time to work on. They give a feeling of empowerment as we accomplish the tasks we set ourselves. In this article, I will consider some of the things worth bearing in mind to help you achieve your goals.]]></description>
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<title>Six Ideas to Help You Set Up Your Goals</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1256816</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1256816</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:13:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Having life goals can be beneficial to our happiness and wellbeing. They are something we have chosen and have set aside time to work on. They give a feeling of empowerment as we accomplish the tasks we set ourselves. In this article, I will consider some of the things worth bearing in mind when setting up your goals. Taking the time to set up your goals enhances the probability that your chosen goal will become a reality.  You know what you want to do; now think about how you are going to implement it.]]></description>
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<title>Six Ideas to Help You Choose Your Goals</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1253861</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1253861</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:10:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Having life goals can be beneficial to our happiness and wellbeing. They are something we have chosen and have set aside time to work on. They give a feeling of empowerment as we accomplish the tasks we set ourselves. In this article, I will consider some of the things worth bearing in mind when choosing your goals.]]></description>
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<title>Develop Your Sense of Justice by Exercising Your Character Strengths</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1250886</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1250886</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2008 11:33:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to increase your happiness, one way is through nurturing your character strengths. Positive psychology has identified 24 strengths which can be divided into 6 distinct virtues.   In this article I will talk about the strengths which make up the virtue 'justice': citizenship, fairness and leadership. In addition, I offer tips to help you develop each strength.]]></description>
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<title>Develop Your Courage by Exercising Your Character Strengths</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1245765</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1245765</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2008 11:03:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to increase your happiness, one way is through nurturing your character strengths. Positive psychology has identified 24 strengths which can be divided into 6 distinct virtues. In this article I will talk about the strengths which make up the virtue 'courage': bravery, persistence, authenticity and vitality. In addition, I offer tips to help you develop each strength.]]></description>
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<title>Become More Transcendent by Exercising Your Character Strengths</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1243051</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1243051</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:35:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to increase your happiness, one way is through nurturing your character strengths. Positive psychology has identified 24 strengths which can be divided into 6 distinct virtues.   In this article I will talk about the strengths which make up the virtue 'transcendence': appreciation of beauty and excellence, gratitude, hope, spirituality and humour and playfulness. In addition, I offer tips to help you develop each strength.]]></description>
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<title>Develop Your Temperance by Exercising Your Character Strengths</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1239938</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1239938</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:29:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to increase your happiness, one way is through nurturing your character strengths. Positive psychology has identified 24 strengths which can be divided into 6 distinct virtues.   In this article I will talk about the strengths which make up the virtue 'temperance': self-regulation, prudence, humility and forgiveness. In addition, I offer tips to help you develop each strength.]]></description>
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<title>Enhance Your Humanity by Exercising Your Character Strengths</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1237287</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1237287</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:56:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to increase your happiness, one way is through nurturing your character strengths. Positive psychology has identified 24 strengths which can be divided into 6 distinct virtues.   In this article I will talk about the strengths which make up the virtue 'humanity': love, kindness and social intelligence. In addition, I offer tips to help you develop each strength.]]></description>
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<title>Develop Your Wisdom and Knowledge by Exercising Your Character Strengths</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1209548</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1209548</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2008 09:11:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to increase your happiness, one way is through nurturing your character strengths. Positive psychology has identified 24 strengths which can be divided into 6 distinct virtues.   In this article I will talk about the strengths which make up the virtue 'wisdom and knowledge': curiosity, love of learning, open-mindedness, creativity and perspective. I offer tips to help you develop each strength.]]></description>
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<title>The Positive Psychology Of Goal Setting</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1188183</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1188183</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2008 14:34:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Having goals can help you live the life you want. It can give you a focus and some direction. This article outlines why setting goals can be beneficial for your wellbeing. It also discusses how your character strengths can be used to assist you in setting and achieving goals.]]></description>
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<title>Boundaries Within Counselling</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1021329</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1021329</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 11:26:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The relationship between counsellor and client is built around trust and support and offers clients a place free from judgement. As such, it is important that there are a number of boundaries and support mechanisms in place to ensure the needs of the client are met. ]]></description>
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<title>Pessimist Or Optimist? Which Would You Rather Be?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1021302</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1021302</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 11:25:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Tell a pessimist their life is about to change and they will assume it is for the worst. Tell them it will be for the better and they will say it won't last. Ask them why and they will tell you that someone will take it away from them. It is this mindset that characterises a pessimist. ]]></description>
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<title>Read This Before You Die</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/1021360</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/1021360</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 09:57:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I was flicking through a catalogue of books recently and noticed an increase in the titles based on the theme of things you must do before you die. 1001 movies to watch, buildings to see, books to read and so on. I know it is all about marketing, but I did feel pretty downhearted to see that life seemed to become one long list of things you must do. ]]></description>
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<title>The Importance of Friendships</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/928523</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/928523</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2008 13:13:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Recent research indicates people no longer have close friendships. However they are important to your happiness and wellbeing. Friends can offer you an important means of support. Also the support you can offer a friend can be highly satisfying and an important way to boost your mood. A friendship can bring important benefits to the both of you. ]]></description>
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<title>An Introduction To Online Counselling</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/928512</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/928512</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2008 13:12:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Online counselling provides people with an opportunity to receive help and assistance over the internet. Counsellors work with clients on their particular concerns and issues, as they would when providing counselling face to face. ]]></description>
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<title>The Right To Your Own Opinion</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/926581</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/926581</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2008 16:28:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We all have a right to an opinion and it is important to be able to express yours. In life there are many opportunities to offer an opinion and yours is as valid as any other person's. However, for some this is not an easy thing to do. ]]></description>
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<title>Be Motivated To Maximise Your Time</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/809477</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/809477</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2007 15:51:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So you know what you need to do to manage your time well, you have your plan of action, your calendars, diaries and lists, but are you motivated enough to make the most of your time? This article provides you with ideas to help motivate you into getting the best from your day. ]]></description>
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<title>How To Manage Your Time</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/809505</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/809505</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2007 15:30:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to better manage your time there are a number of things you can do to help get the most from your day. This article offers tips and ideas to help you get organised, set your priorities, work on your goals and more. ]]></description>
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<title>Are You Managing Your Time Well?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/799546</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/799546</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2007 10:30:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you feel stretched for time, chances are there are things you want to be doing that you just never seem to find the time to do. You feel so busy that you never get things finished and the idea of time for yourself or starting something new seems like a distant dream. It is important to identify how you currently use your time to enable you to make the most of it. ]]></description>
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<title>How To Resolve Conflict</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/797710</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/797710</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2007 08:52:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Conflict is inevitable. We are all different and as such will have our own opinions, behaviours, thoughts and feelings. However, when these clash, conflict may arise. If it is badly dealt with, the conflict can get worse and can lead on to broken relationships, violence and even death.  ]]></description>
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<title>Tips For Good Communication</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/795793</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/795793</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:56:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is said that communication is made up of 7% words, 38% how those words are spoken and 55% non-verbal cues. To communicate well with another person you need to account for 100% -- everything that is going on. ]]></description>
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<title>The Importance of Time Management</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/793935</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/793935</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2007 13:43:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Time management is about managing your day affectively so you can achieve all that you want to achieve.  It is also about making use of time today, so that you can obtain larger, long term goals whose deadline is sometime in the future.   ]]></description>
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<title>Anger Management - 20 Tips and Ideas To Help You Express and Handle Your Anger</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/786432</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/786432</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 16:15:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The term 'anger management' is used to acknowledge that anger is an inevitable, natural human emotion. It is not about getting rid of anger, rather it is about dealing with those emotions so you can express yourself more productively. I have written 20 tips and ideas to assist you in managing your anger. ]]></description>
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<title>Anger and its Potential Difficulties</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/786430</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/786430</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 16:10:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Anger is a response to a situation or event that is at odds with your beliefs and values. It also occurs when you are prevented in some way from achieving your goals. Anger is a normal, natural emotion that can be positive. However there are differences in how anger is handled and not all of us can control it.]]></description>
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<title>What is Self-Confidence?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/774964</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/774964</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2007 17:02:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Confidence is about believing in yourself, giving you the courage to go for your goals. As such, assertiveness is a valuable component of a self-confident person. To reach your goals you need to be able to go for what you want. Tied in with this is having an optimistic outlook. Self-confidence is also about liking yourself and being able to take personal responsibility.]]></description>
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<title>Tips For Self-Confidence</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/774957</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/774957</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:34:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Self-confidence is about believing in and liking yourself. It is being optimistic, assertive, taking personal responsibility, and being at ease with other people. This article offers ideas for you to consider if you want to increase your confidence. ]]></description>
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<title>Optimism is Good For You</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/734018</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/734018</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Sep 2007 13:53:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Optimism is a concept closely related to happiness. It is about not giving up when the going gets tough. Yet when the going is good, having optimism means you expect the good to continue. It is about having hope and always believing things will improve. ]]></description>
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<title>How to Increase Your Optimism</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/734020</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/734020</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Sep 2007 13:38:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is possible to develop optimism since it is a mind state and our thought patterns can be dramatically altered if we work hard enough at it. This article provides you with tips and ideas for increasing optimism in your life.  ]]></description>
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<title>Sleepwalking - A Brief Overview</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/717587</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/717587</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2007 11:55:51 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sleepwalking (or somnambulism) is a term used to describe a variety of activities that a person engages in whilst they are still asleep. The person appears to be awake since they are carrying out the actions of a waking person. The sleepwalker generally has no memory of their behaviour. ]]></description>
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<title>Sleep Apnoea (Apnea) - What It Is, Potential Causes, Problems And Treatment Options</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/704725</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/704725</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2007 10:25:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sleep apnoea (or apnea) is where a person stops breathing during sleep. Such people awaken frequently during the night to take a breath of air. This can happen 200 times a night. Snoring is the biggest indication that a person has apnoea.  ]]></description>
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<title>Insomnia - What It Is, Possible Causes, Remedies and Treatment Options</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/698203</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/698203</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 24 Aug 2007 09:00:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Insomnia is where you are unable to fall asleep. Or, if you do fall asleep, you wake up many times during the night, or you wake up very early and cannot get back to sleep. Ideally a person should fall asleep within 30 minutes of lying down. ]]></description>
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<title>Stress - Know What It Is And How It Affects You</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/694936</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/694936</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2007 11:56:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Stress is a response to an event in our life. Emotions, thoughts, people and events in our life can all bring about stress. The things that cause stress are known as stressors. Prolonged or severe stress not dealt with properly can be harmful to us both physically and mentally and can lead to burnout.  ]]></description>
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<title>Increase Happiness Through Noble Deeds and Hot Baths</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/688496</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/688496</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2007 16:24:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA["Noble deeds and hot baths are the best cures for depression." Dodie Smith. This article considers how carrying out good deeds for others and having a hot bath can be two great ways to improve your happiness and boost a low mood.  ]]></description>
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<title>Burnout - Discover Its Symptoms And Prevention</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/685404</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/685404</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2007 15:00:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Burnout essentially is an extreme form of stress brought on by too much pressure. The person feels they have nothing left to offer the world. Whatever they do has no meaning. They are emotionally and physically drained and believe they can do nothing about it. ]]></description>
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<title>The Meaning of Dreams</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/679075</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/679075</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Aug 2007 15:25:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some people believe dreams act as prophesies, whilst others believe they are trying to tell us something about our lives. Dreams have been said to reveal aspects of our past (often long forgotten) as well as matter lurking in our unconscious mind. In Ancient Greece, priests would analyse people's dreams then provide them with remedies and advice.  ]]></description>
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<title>Using Your Own Dreams</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/675936</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/675936</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2007 13:31:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article discusses ways you can make better use of your dreams. It includes tips for recording and remembering your dreams. It also offers ideas for making use of your dreams for better understanding of yourself. ]]></description>
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<title>Introducing Dreams - An Owner's Guide</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/672523</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/672523</guid>
<pubDate>Sun, 05 Aug 2007 16:00:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What are dreams? When do we dream? Who dreams? How important are dreams? These are just some of the questions considered in this introductory article on dreams.

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<title>Dreams and Your Mood</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/668979</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/668979</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 02 Aug 2007 15:28:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Dreams play a major role in our life and it is therefore not surprising that dreams can affect mood. Fortunately, dreaming can actually improve your mood. Also, the mood you are in when you go to sleep can affect the dreams you have. 
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<title>The Type A Personality - What it is, Associated Risks and Helpful Tips</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The term 'Type A Personality' is a commonly used term these days, but exactly what is it? Essentially it is a particular set of traits or characteristics held by a person that lead to certain behaviours. Such behaviours may have particular consequences for the individual. Type A traits can essentially be divided into impatience, aggression and competitiveness.
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<title>The Benefits of Exercise</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 14:39:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Everybody knows they should exercise regularly for good health and well-being. This article outlines some of the physical benefits of exercise as well as how it can benefit us psychologically.  Hints and tips are given to help you get started and make exercise a part of your everyday life. 
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<title>Relaxation and Stress Relief -- Tips and Ideas to Help You Unwind</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2007 16:49:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Relaxation is the opposite of stress. It helps reduce tension levels and reverse the symptoms associated with stress. We are also better able to cope with future stressful situations. It is well worth finding time each day to relax. This article provides you with suggestions to help you relax and relieve your stress. ]]></description>
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<title>Locus of Control and its Role in Your Happiness</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2007 15:35:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Locus of control refers to your perceived source of control within your own life. It is a concept developed by a guy called Rotter. Rotter devised a scale to measure the extent people feel their lives are within their control. The scale is measured along a line from high external to high internal. High external refers to those people who see their life as being in the hands of other people and as such can do little to control things. High internal people in contrast see themselves as being in control of their lives. 
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<title>What is Online Counselling?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 May 2007 12:08:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Online counselling is counselling provided to people over the internet. Both counsellor and client must have access to a computer with an internet connection. It can come in various forms but typically online counselling is provided via email, through text messages, voice and video links as well as chat rooms and message boards.
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<title>Curiosity - What it is, Why it Matters and How to Develop it</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Curiosity is about having an interest in the world. Curious people do not sit back and accept the world and everything in it. As such they will not assume that what they are told is true. Being curious allows a person to be open to experience and not see the world in black and white. It involves a desire to learn more.
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<title>Tips to Embrace Your Personality</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2007 08:53:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Personality consists of our thoughts, feelings, emotions, attitudes and behaviours. Our personality may be reflected in the goals we set ourselves. It is who we are. What follows are tips and suggestions to help you embrace and accept your personality and hopefully make you feel happier in the process. I also consider the idea of changing your personality and end by a consideration of how well you know and accept yourself. 
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<title>Introducing Extroverts and Introverts and the Strengths of Each</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2007 16:14:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Extroversion and introversion are very popular terms and are widely used in personality tests. People often regard themselves as being either an extrovert or an introvert. This article outlines what each type is and highlights the strengths of both. ]]></description>
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