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Are  You a High Maintenance Mama?

Are You a High Maintenance Mama?

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You primp and take care of yourself. Does that make you high maintenance or a rockin' role model?!

First, let me say that the kids always come first. Nonetheless, I am what one would refer to as a high-maintenance mama. Yes, I take excellent care of my skin. I get monthly facials. And yes, I taught my daughter about skin care while I was in the process of maintaining my own. I taught her not only about facial skin care, but also about using sunscreen regularly. To this day, she reminds me about applying sunscreen to the areas especially vulnerable to sun damage.

How to Communicate to Get What You Want and Need!

How to Communicate to Get What You Want and Need!

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While some men just aren't Mr. Boyfriend Material, others just need clear communication from you about what you want, need and expect from them. To make things trickier, many women have difficulty articulating exactly what they're looking for. That said, imagine if you knew the following:

The Top 3 Questions Every Woman Must Ask

The Top 3 Questions Every Woman Must Ask

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This article describes the 3 best questions a woman can ask to find out if a guy is worth her time.

Have you ever been in a relationship with a guy only to discover months or years down the road that you were not a good fit for each other? Were there questions you had or things you saw that you never addressed? Well, I have found that if you are afraid to ask a question it's because you are afraid of the answer you will receive.

5 Signs His Jealousy Is Out of Control

5 Signs His Jealousy Is Out of Control

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Jealousy can be cute, but the green-eyed monster can also make your life a nightmare. Red flags...

By GalTime Love Doc Jane Greer, Ph.D. Do you ever ask yourself, "Am I dealing with a jealous partner?" Is his (or her) jealousy reasonable? Is it rational or is it irrational? Is he (or she) being so jealous, that it's not right and it's not fair? Here are 5 signs to watch out for... #1. Is he calling you all the time and checking up on you? Does he always ask who are you talking to and where are you going?

5 Easy Steps to Self-Discovery

5 Easy Steps to Self-Discovery

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Has your comfort zone become your prison? Imagine setting yourself free.

Has your comfort zone become your prison? Taking time to reflect on your life right now can give you the answer. Knowing yourself is the first step in bursting out of your prison. I know there are many schools of thought on this. One is to take baby steps, just put your toe over the zone and see how it feels. If it doesn't feel good then go back to yourself imposed prison!

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Why Can't I Get Myself to Exercise? 8 Good Reasons

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The first step towards getting into shape is figuring out what stands in your way.

Exercise. For most people, the word conjures up unpleasant thoughts and feelings because of past experiences when they struggled with exercise or got hurt. Some believe that the amount of exercise it takes to lose weight isn't realistic for their lifestyle. For others, the word exercise reminds them of a time when they loved being active and having the benefits associated with being fit and healthy. What does the word exercise bring up for you?

Is Something Surprisingly Simple Keeping You From Finding Him?

Is Something Surprisingly Simple Keeping You From Finding Him?

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Shift how you look at yourself and men to start having more fun, more dates and more SECOND dates.

I learned something this week that completely rocked my world: when you apply eyeliner, you should start from the inside of your lid, not the outside. Did you know that? I’m 52 years old, and for my entire life I’ve been doing it wrong. No wonder it was always a struggle! I was never able to create that smooth line I saw on other women. Over the years I spent hundreds of dollars on varying brands and tried using Q-tips and other devices; but despite my constant efforts, it never worked. I was always starting from the outside.