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Tort Reform -- Another Dangerous Scapegoat

Saul Segan | Posted 11.22.2009 | Business


Saul Segan

There is no reasonable cause and effect between the costs of health care and the rendering of jury verdicts.

BCelebrated -- A Revolutionary New Approach to Death and Life

Geoffrey Dunn | Posted 11.18.2009 | Living


Geoffrey Dunn

Bcelebrated allows individuals, families and friends to get the information and images and music and wishes all together well before death comes knocking at the door.

In Le Murder Case Arrest, They Blame Workplace Violence

Michelle Renee | Posted 11.17.2009 | Living


Michelle Renee

Workplace violence, including the bank robbery-motivated stalking, kidnapping and 14 hour hostage ordeal my daughter and I survived, makes up 18 percent of all violent crimes.

Are You a Positive Critic?...It's in Your Best Interest to Be!

Dr. Hendrie Weisinger | Posted 11.16.2009 | Living


Dr. Hendrie Weisinger

Through years of research, clinical experiences, and training or consulting activities, I have observed five characteristics positive critics have in common and I hope, in common with you.

How to Breathe Better at a Mile High

Ed and Deb Shapiro | Posted 11.14.2009 | Denver


Ed and Deb Shapiro

Learning how to belly breathe will instantly help you to release stress and relax your whole body, as well as get more oxygen flowing.

Community Caring...Honoring Mother Nature

Dr. Hendrie Weisinger | Posted 11.12.2009 | Living


Dr. Hendrie Weisinger

We all know the value of care giving and the joy it creates, in ourselves and in others so we should all thank Mother Nature for instilling in us this instinctual tool that enhances life. How can we thank her?

Speed-Friending: Helping Busy Women to Connect

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 11.10.2009 | Living


Dr. Irene S. Levine

Sad but true: The large majority of female friendships come to an end. So women need to replenish their inventory from time to time.

Interview: The Inspiring Story of 9/11 Survivor Michelle Rosado

2morrowknight | Posted 11.10.2009 | Living


2morrowknight

Although the experiences through the years have ultimately shaped my destiny, I wasn't fully aware that my true "destiny" ever existed until September 11th.

Patience

Ariane de Bonvoisin | Posted 11.09.2009 | Living


Ariane de Bonvoisin

Today, ask yourself if the best thing to do with what you've been struggling with is simply to wait.

It Could Have Been Worse

Saul Segan | Posted 11.09.2009 | Home


Saul Segan

As printed, the President's speech to USA students at the advent of this new school year seemed benign enough.

A Mindful Conversation with Dr. Ronald Alexander

Dr. Hendrie Weisinger | Posted 11.08.2009 | Living


Dr. Hendrie Weisinger

"Cultivating mindfulness is like working out in a gym, but instead of building muscle, you're building what I call mindstrength," Dr. Alexander said.

Women's Labor and Infertility

Elizabeth Gregory | Posted 10.23.2009 | Living


Elizabeth Gregory

Released from old biological constraints, women have flooded the universities and climbed career ladders, redefining "women's work" by expanding it to include just about every field, and doubling our national talent pool.

Am I My Friend's Keeper?

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 10.23.2009 | Living


Dr. Irene S. Levine

Over the past six months I've been friends with a 25-year-old girl, and I'm a 37-year-old woman. She is where I used to be: bingeing, playing the victim role, can't find love, affection, or the attention she needs.

Parents Nag Via Text-Messaging

The Washington Post | Donna St. George | Posted 10.22.2009 | Living


As school starts again, there's so much more for a parent to nag about. Homework. Bedtime. Lost hours on Facebook and Xbox. The chores that need to be...

Life Lessons From a Dying Friend

Paul Loeb | Posted 10.20.2009 | Politics


Paul Loeb

Given the size of my existing medical debt, a second miracle remission is simply out of the question. The resulting stress would prove to be fatal.

High Speed Rail Speeding Ahead at Snail's Pace

Raymond J. Learsy | Posted 10.19.2009 | Business


Raymond J. Learsy

Given the success and public enthusiasm for high speed rail around the world, our efforts are long overdue in what is rapidly becoming the preferred mode of transport of the 21st century and beyond.

Will DJ AM Quote About PTSD Get People To Finally Listen?

Michelle Renee | Posted 10.17.2009 | Entertainment


Michelle Renee

Getting people to take notice of PTSD as it relates to youth and adults who have survived violence, abuse and trauma -- outside of those returning from combat -- has been an uphill climb.

Does Worry Prevent Tragedy or Destroy Your Life?

Paul David Walker | Posted 10.16.2009 | Living


Paul David Walker

Does worry prevent bad things from happening, or is it just a waste of energy?

The Face of Emotions---Nature's Messenger!

Dr. Hendrie Weisinger | Posted 10.16.2009 | Living


Dr. Hendrie Weisinger

There is no doubt that facial expressions of emotions have evolutionary-biological significance as a prelude to their psychological and social significance.

Lessons In Hope and Inspiration From Harvey Milk

Jason Mannino | Posted 09.28.2009 | Living


Jason Mannino

Honoring Harvey Milk with a day that commemorates him helps to send the still dire messages of hope, inspiration, and equality. It also boldly states that we do not live in a culture that tolerates violent oppression.

Hoarder Culture

Ann Leary | Posted 09.27.2009 | Living


Ann Leary

They've found another one. It's been all over the news. This sweet, innocent-looking granny hasn't seen fit to throw anything out since the Nixon administration. She's a hoarder.

"I Have Lived a Blessed Time" - Senator Ted Kennedy

Carolyn Rubenstein | Posted 09.25.2009 | Living


Carolyn Rubenstein

This is not news nor a headline. This is reality. And for the past 10 years (ages 14 to 24), I have faced the loss of young children and young adults after their own battles with cancer. Many of these individuals were very close to me.

Five Ways to Turn Angst into Bliss

Carolyn Rubenstein | Posted 09.25.2009 | Living


Carolyn Rubenstein

Whether you see the glass as half full or half empty, the amount of water stays the same. It never changes. The only thing that changes? Your perspective.

Can A Christian Learn from Ramadan?

Yvonne R. Davis | Posted 09.24.2009 | Living


Yvonne R. Davis

As a Christian who worships the Shabbat, I believe Ramadan is a wonderful way for Christians to remember their Muslim brothers and sisters

9 Tricks for a Stress-Free Vacation (and Return)

Nicole Williams | Posted 09.24.2009 | Living


Nicole Williams

While you're on vacation, try to put work out of your mind. The more quickly you're able to sink into vacation mode, the more you'll gain from your time away.