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When I Talk and You Listen - An experience with counselling

In my counselling session, I get someone who gives me an hour to talk about my thoughts and feelings; and I am listened to without having to worry about what the counsellor is thinking of me. I am sure that what I talk about will never go out of that room. And I know that for that one hour, I am the most important aspect of the day for the counsellor.

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Forgiveness: A New Beginning

As life moves on, we close chapters in our lives to begin new ones. We leave behind experiences of the past to create new memories. However, there are some experiences of the past that seem to haunt us forever, like anchors that prevent us from sailing ahead. This article looks at why it is necessary to forgive the past and move on?

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Should I Keep it In or Let it Out?

Whenever we are overwhelmed by an emotion we lose all reason, we are sensitive and vulnerable, almost as if we were lost in a dark cloud. This is because when we are overwhelmed by hatred, anger, anxiety, or even positive emotions such as love and extreme excitement; there is a tendency to express the emotions without stopping to think of the consequences. Later, when these volatile emotions have died down we may regret our actions or decisions made.

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The Importance of Making Wills

A person can ensure that his/her wishes with respect to assets and property are followed after his death only if he makes a Will during his lifetime. Would you like to distribute your property to the person of your choice or just let it create tension and trouble among your loved ones? In the present scenario, where the courts are filled with petitions on property disputes giving rise to long drawn legal battles, it is very important for every individual to execute a will during his or her life time, to avoid any kind of ambiguity and to rightfully leave their assets and wealth to whoever he/she chooses to.

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Are you lonely?

In the most common sense, loneliness is described as a state that occurs when one is isolated or alone. But does one feel lonely when they are in solitude, or is there more to it? Read on to find out.

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Contraceptives - A Doctor's View

The need for contraception is almost universal in the adult world. Myths about various contraceptives abound, but the fact remains that no single device combines 100% safety, efficacy, reversibility and ease of use. Dr. Vijaya Sherbet, a practicing gynaecologist, comments on the common forms of contraception.

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Jar of life

In the regular hustle- bustle of life, we try and accomplish all the tasks we may have decided we need to complete. But at the end of the day we are left feeling despair because though we may have achieved all our goals, it is only then that it dawns on us that we have not spent enough time with the people who matter to us, or activities which bring meaning to our life. This article tells us about the significance of all those we ignore or take for granted by the use of a short story.

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It's Time to Celebrate

Celebrations ARE important. Our everyday lives are often a matter of routine and monotony, and celebrations give us a break from the everyday grind. The anticipation of change can brighten up our lives and give us something to look forward to. Here are some suggestions to enrich your celebrations...

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Play Dough

Playing with play dough is a favourite activity for most children. Children will enjoy helping you to make this dough. Work with your child to learn these ideas and bring out the creativity in them

 

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Scrap It - Before They Scrap It!

Help your child/children know their family tree, the source of their existence, why they are the way they are, etc. This article can be helpful to learn how to put those little hands and minds to work so that they have fun as well as stay connected to their roots. 

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