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I’ve had many, and they were not enjoyable. What I came to learn is that the long-lasting relationship involves a very “simple” boyfriend – one who takes all of the drama and uncertainty out of that aspect of my life. So, here’s to the simple boyfriend and 18 things that he brings to a relationship! 1. He is honest When you have fixed your grandma’s famous pork chops for a special dinner, he tells you that pork is his least favorite meat....

1. You enjoy different treats If you are in a relationship with someone from a different background, you have the opportunity to enjoy different treats other than you are used to. 2. You learn more about your loved ones taste in entertainment It is interesting to discover your mate through what they listen to, books they read and movies they watch. Entertainment could be different to yours but it could tell you more about your loved one’s choice of entertainment....

1. Peanut Butter Cashew Popcorn This popcorn recipe from Julie’s Eats & Treats is a grown-up popcorn ball that has cashews and honey as some of the ingredients. Sticky sweet, it will have you reaching for more. 2. Spicy Caramel Bacon Popcorn Spicy and with bacon! That is enough said from A Cozy Kitchen. This popcorn recipe will make many weak in the knees. 3. Funfetti Popcorn Got kids or just a kid at heart?...

1. Everything will be okay, and if it’s not, it’s certainly not the end of the world. By this time in life, we’ve faced enough troubles to know that the hardship will soon pass. Children and young adults don’t have the life experience of enduring difficult times and situations with the confidence that it’s going to be okay. By thinking optimistically in a difficult situation, our sense of rationality boosts the ability to find solutions that will help, rather than hinder the situation....

For all the excuses you have not to go right now there is just as much scientific evidence and research proving that taking that vacation or sabbatical is a better investment of your time and money then just say buying the latest gadget or burning yourself out at work. Not only does taking a vacation cut a person’s risk of heart attack by 50 percent, research shows even the anticipation of travel generates an increase in positive feelings about one’s life as a whole, family, economic situation, and health....

Looking for a romantic summer date idea? Give one of these a try… Grab that someone special, get out there, and enjoy the plentiful dating options that summertime has to offer! (Photo credit: Back View of Amorous Couple via Shutterstock)

But when these things inevitably happen – sometimes in a row – it can completely take the wind out of your sails. We have the choice to see the tests as something necessary to improve our lives or otherwise as needless misery. Most of us grow up setting long-term goals and hearing that quite anything is possible. Then, we encounter more and more resistance as we age – from competition at an ever higher level – and from “circumstances....

So many people have remarkable things to say about so many topics that can inspire others. Good advice can be on anything like religion, romance, family, friends, career and more. Again, the inspiration doesn’t have to come from anyone famous, but can easily come from people in your daily life, like your parents, grandparents, siblings, etc. Quotes About Love This quote is about maintaining a mindset of unconditional love, rather than only being with people because of what they are able to give you....

1. You can do whatever you want in life. There are step by step ways to accomplish any goal. If it has been accomplished by someone else, all you have to do is choose your virtual mentor and follow in his or her footsteps. If you are doing something that has not been done before, it is more challenging but your path can be mapped out if you take note of the things that have worked for you and those that have not....

1. Cuba This island is among Caribbean’s very finest honeymoon destinations, and is an option you should definitely consider. Just imagine you two being lazy in the Sun the whole day, drinking notorious Cuban cocktails in one of their widely known jazz bars and getting to know their vibrant culture. How amazing would that be? 2. Bora Bora If you’d like to experience the supreme romance, Bora Bora is the place to go....

There are, however, many people who have meager health insurance or no health insurance. For this group, going to the doctor can cost a significant amount of money. In fact, many people could live for a month on the amount of money they would have to spend on a single doctor visit. For this crowd, it can be hard to justify that visit and often it is necessary to seek alternative solutions to health problems....

Today, with access to the latest technology and tools, our lifestyle is in the most comfortable zone it can be in but at the same time today, one of the biggest challenges our generation is facing is low productivity and managing the workload. Also many of us have multiple interests and to fulfill those interests there are multiple options and tools and it’s all just too overwhelming. If you have multiple interests, businesses or if you are managing a job and a business at the same time and you are finding it difficult to manage your workload and schedules, then you are not alone....

Beauty doesn’t have to be complicated, in fact, I insist that it shouldn’t be complicated at all. With a few simple, safe and natural ingredients you can start making your very own beauty products from eyeliner to lotion and everything in between. These are beauty products that can be customized to address your areas of need and best of all chemical free. Here are 3 beauty hacks that you can make at home....

Slow writing days aren’t pretty. They kill your productivity and leave you feeling like you just wasted a lot of time. And if you’re trying to make a living doing it, then you know that not being able to write fast enough can also kill your earnings. Fortunately though, slow writing days don’t have to be the norm. As you’ll find out below, developing the right habits when it comes to writing and idea generation will save you lots of time and make the writing process smoother and easier....

Let’s face it, losing weight is the number one resolution that people make each New Year yet 80% of people who make a new year’s resolution fail to accomplish their goals. We need to find creative and exciting new ways to stay fit. Fortunately, I’ve discovered 3 unique hobbies that you could commit to trying in the new year that are not only fun and invigorating but will actually make you break a sweat....

Digital Thermometer When you have a sick child, a digital thermometer is a cold and flu season essential. Because high fevers can be dangerous for young children, you want to make sure to invest in a reliable thermometer, and know how to use it properly. There are many styles of digital thermometers on the market. Some even connect to apps to make it easy to keep track of temperature history. New temple and forehead thermometers are popular, easy to use on squirmy kids, and surprisingly accurate....

Sign #1 You’re Just Not Feeling Attracted When you look back on the reason you chose your spouse in the first place, that reason doesn’t resonate with you anymore. Consequently, it feels like your marriage has lost its spark. This is an important sign of a failing marriage. Why is that? Loss of attraction usually has as much to do with you as with your partner. Somewhere along the line, you stopped looking for what you like about your spouse and stopped noticing all their special qualities that you were initially drawn to....

I can’t say that it’s been an easy road; it hasn’t been easy or simple. But it’s been rewarding, and I hope my thoughts can help you if you suffer from mental illness. Many people struggle silently with depression at some point in their lives, yet most don’t talk about it because of the stigma which surrounds mental illness. Here are a few steps that have helped me, and others, overcome the pain of dealing with a mental illness....

In his book Deep Work, Cal Newport talks about the “metric black hole” that so many of our activities fall into. This black hole is where the measurements of the costs for our activities fall into. Email seems productive because you’re pushing words around in the company, but most of the time it does little more than making you feel productive. Here are 3 ways you can cut those distractions and pull productivity out of that black hole....

PickTheBrain.com looks at three ways that make investment in time work. It probably comes down to common sense, but how many of us actually do this stuff? Remember the last time you actually wasted time? Time is All We Have: 3 Ways to Increase Return on Investment – [PickTheBrain]