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Posting and spam

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To avoid spammers getting on the board, we have a fairly sophisticated spam filter in place. Sophisticated doesn’t mean it’s not stupid. Sometimes it does things that have no rhyme or reason, but here is how it’s supposed to work: … Continue reading →

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Anger in Children – How Can You Help?

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Anger can be perplexing enough in your partner or family member. But what about your child? What can you do if you have an angry kid? And what are the possible reasons he or she became so angry in the first place? Why is my child so angry? We all have an inbuilt primal response of self protection. For …

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Educational Talks: Epicurus Life and Philosophy

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The life and philosophy of Epicurus. A lecture delivered at Peninsula College by Wesley Cecil, Ph.D. Part of the ancient philosophers lecture series. Related posts: Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness (Part 2) – Epicurus Learn About The Philosophy Of Epicurus & Zeno In Only Three Minutes Why We Should Not Forget The Ancient Philosophers Of Days Gone Past Wise, Witty and Humerous Parables of The Ancient Greek Philosophers Wisdom Books: The Principle Doctrines of Epicurus

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Creating a Memorable Vacation in Honolulu

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When my oldest daughter was very young, she had an imaginary friend called Lulu.  She came from…you guest it, Honolulu. Lulu was staying at our place so that she and my daughter would set up a “beauty shop”. If you somewhat more adult fantasy also includes Honolulu, here are a few things to feed that fantasy. The beach! Quick, name the most famous beach in the world.  Chances are you just named Waikiki Beach.  Thanks to songs from the likes of the Beach Boys and Chicago, this surfer’s paradise is well known to an audience far wider than will ever have…

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Don’t let your past push you around

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“You are not nailed to the cross of your past.” There are only two reasons to stay stuck in the past:  Feeble timidity and self-imposed punishment. Let go of the desire to castigate yourself for mistakes of the past.  Let go of situational shame – particularly situations you didn’t create or could not prevent.  Indelibly note the…