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10 Things You Should Always Be Able to Talk About With Your Partner

November 12, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Partnerships require diplomacy and tact. They also require a basic respect of the other person and their thoughts, feelings, opinions and goals. While most couples will eventually fall into the day-to-day discussion topics of work, family and news, couples should always be able to talk about more serious topics, even if they are uncomfortable. Sharing your concerns, ambitions, thoughts on world events, and opinions on major decisions should be a common, everyday thing with couples. If you are in a relationship and want a deeper conversation than “what do you want to eat for dinner?” here are some things you should always be able to talk about with your partner.

10 Things You Should Never Have A Problem Discussing With Your Partner

1. Goals

What are your goals for yourself and your relationship? These can be tricky and might change over time, and that is okay. Letting your partner know where you see yourself in the future and where you see the relationship is a good habit to get into. Communication is important, and goals like starting a family, moving somewhere else or changing careers is a huge step that should be discussed with your partner before you do anything. After all, it is their life too, and they get a say in where the relationship goes next.

2. Health

Always keep your partner in the loop if you are having health issues, even if they are relatively minor. No one wants to be blindsided with poor health in their partner. Health conditions can require extensive help from a partner if they are serious and they should be kept in the loop in case something unexpected happens.

3. The Future

Similar to goals but a little less concrete, the future can hold many different things for couples. Where do you both see yourselves in five years? In ten years? Do you want kids? Do you want to live in the city or the country? Make sure that both you and your partner are on the same page. Needs, wants and interests change over time, and so this conversation should happen periodically just to make sure you both know where the other person stands on important matters.

4. Happy Times

Happy times are great and can be a real morale booster after a tough day. You and your partner should always be able to reminisce about emotionally significant moments in your relationship. Remind each other of inside jokes and funny, embarrassing stories about each other. You should always be able to laugh with each other and remember the good times.

5. Difficulties

If you are having a difficult time with something, then talk with your partner. Your partner should be a safe zone where you can vent, get things off your chest, or express your frustrations with the world. You don’t have to carry the world on your shoulders alone. You are stronger together, and if you share the weight of whatever you are carrying, then the load becomes lighter for both of you.

6. Their Feelings

Some folks are better than others when it comes to sharing their feelings. If you cannot share your feelings with your partner, the person you have chosen to share your life with, then something is wrong. Your partner is the one person you should be able to be vulnerable with and let them inside your emotional world. You need to be able to tell them how you are feeling and why you are upset.

7. Fears and Concerns

There are a lot of scary things in the world, and relationships can be scary in and of themselves for some people. You should always be able to discuss your fears and concerns with your partner. If you both are communicating well and often with each other, then this should be no big deal and your partner will most likely be understanding and supportive. But, if you fear or concern comes out of nowhere because you kept it to yourself until it became an issue, it might cause a greater problem than it should have had it been dealt with early on.

8. Finances

More marriages are destroyed by finances than any other thing, mostly because one partner is kept out of the loop about how good or bad the finances are. Major financial decisions should be made by both people in the relationship and each should be kept aware of the other’s financial situation. Everyone goes through tough times and your partner will understand that. Keep them in the loop and work together to solve any problems that arise.

9. Current Events

We are a connected society and most of us know quickly when anything significant happens in the world. You should always be able to talk about major events in the world with your partner. Even if you disagree on politics or religion, you should at least be able to have an adult conversation and, if necessary, agree to disagree without causing hurt feelings.

10. Honest Feedback

We all screw up from time to time and we all can be better people. You should be able to both communicate and receive honest and constructive feedback from your partner. Be adults and understand they just want you to be the best person you can be.

5 Diseases That Can Grow In Your Body When You Don’t Sleep Enough

November 12, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Sleep is certainly an enjoyable and relaxing activity. It is also one of the most essential activities for protecting us from both our mental and physical diseases. Closing our eyes for at least a few hours every night allows our body to reboot and recharge after a long and strenuous day. The body and the all-important brain undergo several vital processes during sleep that are critical to human function.

It makes sense, then, that sleep deprivation can cause serious problems. In many ways, we can feel the problems shortly after waking up. We can’t concentrate and are extremely slow in starting our day. When this happens daily, our short- and long-term health can suffer serious consequences.

Years of scientific research have been conducted that demonstrates what goes on when we don’t prioritize sleep – or, to be fair, when one can’t sleep due to medical reasons. This research shows that sleep deprivation can cause several serious, and potentially life-threatening, health problems.

Here, we discuss five dangerous conditions or diseases that can surface due to insufficient sleep. We’ll follow up this material with five ways in which we can all improve both the quality and quantity of our shuteye, as recommended by the National Sleep Foundation!

Sleep plays an important role in your physical health. For example, sleep is involved in healing and repair of your heart and blood vessels. Ongoing sleep deficiency is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and stroke. – National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

First, here are the five conditions or diseases:

1. Alzheimer’s

In a 2013 study conducted by John’s Hopkins University (JHU), researchers concluded that poor sleep habits can be a cause of Alzheimer’s Disease (ALS). Furthermore, this same study concluded that lack of sleep can expedite disease progression. The study was initiated by previous research, positing that sleep was essential to eliminating waste-like buildup that accumulated in the brain called “cerebral waste.”

The 70 research subjects involved in the JHU study were between 53 and 91. Subjects that continuously reported poor sleep showed a disproportionate amount of beta-amyloid in areas of their brain. Beta-amyloid is a compound substance that has been directly linked as a definitive indicator of ALS.

2. Prostate Cancer

In a study consisting of 2,425 Icelandic men between the ages of 67 and 96, researchers discovered that men with sleep problems were 60 percent more likely to develop prostate cancer. Shockingly, this number increased two-fold when participants reported difficulty staying asleep. Furthermore, researchers discovered that sleep deprived males were more susceptible to the cancer advancing to the late stages.

Scientists attribute the correlation between cancer and sleep deprivation to low melatonin levels. Melatonin is an important chemical for suppressing tumor growth. When this chemical is too low – as it is with people who are sleep deprived – it becomes possible to accelerate cancerous growths.

3. Cardiovascular Disease

In simple terms, poor sleep is absolutely terrible for heart health. Poor sleep has been linked to cardiovascular disease for years; however, it wasn’t until just recently that scientists discovered a stronger correlation than before. In a 14-year study of 657 Russian men, two-thirds of those that experienced a heart attack also had a sleep disorder.

Additionally, subjects reporting a sleep disorder were 2.6 times more likely to develop a myocardial infraction, and 1.5 to 4 times more likely to experience a stroke.

4. Obesity and Diabetes

Loads of research had already concluded that a link existed between diabetes and poor sleep habits. However, a University of Chicago study further extended this link to include potential obesity – a condition known to precede diabetes. Researchers discovered that little sleep can exacerbate the accumulation of fatty acid levels within the blood, negatively altering how the body regulates blood sugar.

In the study of 19 men, researchers discovered that those who slept only four hours over a three night span had higher levels of fatty acid within the blood – up to a 30 percent increase over subjects who received 8 hours of sleep.

5. Suicidal thoughts or Suicide

While this isn’t a disease and is more considered an illness, this one is both surprising and extremely disturbing. In a 2014 study conducted at the Stanford University School of Medicine, researchers found a correlation between lack of sleep and the incidence of suicide. During the 10-year study, 20 of the 420 participants that committed suicide reported having suffered from poor sleep. Ultimately, researchers concluded that individuals who lack sleep are 1.4 times more likely to end their lives. Additionally, this risk increases with a combination of advanced age and stress levels.

Final Thoughts: Tips to Improve Your Sleep

It is quite clear that sleep is essential to our health and wellness. It is a crucial activity for reducing the risk of many diseases and conditions. For this reason, we’ll list a few ways to improve sleep quality, as the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) suggested.

Here are the five tips:

#1 Develop and maintain a sleep schedule; make it a priority to wake up and go to bed simultaneously every night, even on the weekends.

#2 Relax every night before bed. Try to practice a routine activity (e.g. reading, meditation) as a habit every night before falling asleep.

#3 Exercise daily. Exercise is an indispensable activity for improving sleep. Do anything to get your body in motion and break a sweat.

#4 Look at your sleep environment. Is your room at the right temperature? It should be between 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit (?16-21 degrees Celsius). The room should be cool, free from light, and isolated from noise.

#5 Look at your pillows and mattress. Are they conducive to good sleep? If not, many bedding stores with knowledgeable staff can provide some suggestions.

References:
Broussard, J. L., Chapotot, F., Abraham, V., Day, A., Delebecque, F., Whitmore, H. R., & Tasali, E. (2015, February 22). Sleep restriction increases free fatty acids in healthy men. Diabetologia, 58(4), 791-798. Retrieved November 11, 2016, from http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00125-015-3500-4
Scutti, S. (2013, October 23). Alzheimer’s Disease Linked To Poor Sleep. Retrieved November 11, 2016, from http://www.medicaldaily.com/alzheimers-disease-linked-poor-sleep-quantity-and-quality-sleep-make-difference-260750
Sigurdardottir, L. G., Valdimarsdottir, U. A., Mucci, L. A., Fall, K., Rider, J. R., Schernhammer, E., . . . Lockley, S. W. (2013, May 01). Sleep Disruption Among Older Men and Risk of Prostate Cancer. Cancer

Prepare For A Huge Energy Shift On November 14th – RARE “Beaver Moon”

November 11, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Those that appreciate a beautiful night sky will be in for a treat. On November 14, the moon will be in the closest proximity to Earth in 70 years. In being so close, it will provide some delightful visuals for stargazers and non-stargazers, alike. The “Beaver Moon” gets its name from a time of year when early colonists and indigineous tribes set their beaver traps. More specifically, they needed to set them before the land froze over. During the colonial period, beavers were treasured for their exceptional and warmth-giving furs.

Unfortunately, there will not be any large rodents crawling on the moon’s surface.

What NASA Says About the Beaver Moon

Of course, NASA has provided plenty of information on the Beaver Moon, saying: “The full moon of November 14 is not only the closest full moon of 2016 but also the closest full moon to date in the 21^st century. The full moon won’t come this close to Earth again until November 25, 2034.”

The Moon’s orbit path around the Earth is elliptical, and one side of the orbit’s path (called “perigee”) is closer than the other by about 30,000 miles (50,000 kilometers). On the shorter path, the Earth, Sun and Moon align in what is called “syzygy” in astrological terms.

The end result is a “perigee” moon, or in common parlance, a supermoon. Or, as NASA cheekily refers to as “an extra-super moon.” An “extra-super supermoon” materializes when the moon becomes full on the same days as its perigee, or when the moon’s orbit is at its closes to the Earth’s surface.

A “supermoon” is actually a term derived from modern-day astrology. This terminology received popular attention in recent years as moon sightings became more and more spectacular. Furthermore, the science around the phenomenon was more widely disseminated…putting more souls into the “stargazer” camp.

Also called a perigee full moon, a supermoon can be up to 14% bigger than a full moon. Adding to the spectacle, a supermoon may be 30% brighter than a regular (or apogee) full moon. The clearer that the sky, the more visually stunning this moon will be. An overcast will slightly dim this beaming moon, but it will still be spectacular. That said, please let the sky be clear!

In addition to the scientific rationale for the supermoon, the history surrounding the Beaver supermoon makes the occurrence all the more special. Following the date – November 14, 2016 – the moon will not get closer to the Earth for another 28 years.

Around this date, November 12^th, the Taurids Meteor Shower will also take place. This meteor shower occurs once a year, and are a visual feast as well. According to Weather.com, the meteors “as remnants left behind by the passage of the Comet known as 2P/Encke.” About 10 to 15 balls of flame (literally) streak across the sky each hour.

A supermoon will appear one more time in 2016 – on December 14. Make sure to mark your calendars!

How to See History

North America and Europe:

According to experts, the moon will become full on November 14 at 8:52 EST in the U.S. and 1:52 pm UTC, internationally. Those that wish to see the supermoon in the North America and Europe will probably get the best view on the evenings of November 13^thand 14^th.

On the West Coast of US, those that rise early will probably be able to witness the moon at its fullest around 5:52 am PST; about 28 minutes before the sun rises.

In Asia:

Readers and sky gazers in Asia will be happy to hear that they will likely observe the moon at its absolute fullest. The anticipated time is 9:52 pm Hong Kong Time, 7:22 pm in India.

Get out there!

Even if you’re not a huge fan of stargazing, sky gazing, call if what you will…this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see the moon in all of its glory. To witness history.

And if what NASA and other scientists say is true, the privilege of seeing this beautiful moon may just make lovers of the sky out of us all.

Sources:
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (2016) 2016 Ends With Three Supermoons (2016) Available at: https://science.nasa.gov/news-articles/2016-ends-with-three-supermoons (Accessed: 9 November 2016).
Wright, P. (2016) November’s ‘beaver’ Supermoon will be the biggest in almost 70 years. Available at: https://weather.com/science/space/news/november-beaver-super-moon (Accessed: 9 November 2016).

Why It’s Healthy For Parents to Co-Sleep With Their Children

November 10, 2016 by Power of Positivity

The differences in how children are raised from family to family, culture-to-culture, are astounding. Sometimes, a bit of ego even gives way, leading some people to think that their parenting styles are “the best.” Indeed, there seems to be an opinion on every known aspect of parenting.

One thing that most parents can agree on is that the act of parenting brings about a set of uniquely tricky challenges. A particular challenge often experienced during the first year of parenting is training an infant in healthy sleeping habits.

East Versus West

To this end, the differences in parenting behaviors across cultures is stark. Americans, as with many other people of the Western World, commonly put their babies in separate sleeping quarters – a different room, a different bed – believing that sleeping with a newborn carries too much risk.

Much of the Western philosophy in parenting cohabitation stems from professional advice. The American Academy of Pediatrics, for example, is strongly opposed to sleeping cohabitation, advising that such practices can increase risk via potential suffocation and falls. Medical doctors frequently advise against cohabitation as well, often citing similar concerns.

Contrast this with many other areas of the world, where cohabitation is nearly universal in some places. Many have asked of the predominantly-Western practice, “Why would parents do such a thing?”

When looked at objectively, it is difficult to answer this question successfully. The most common concerns, by far, revolve around the perceived risks of co-sleeping, specifically, the risk of physical harm and the risk of dependence.

We examine both here.

The Question of ‘Risk’

For a moment, let’s revert back to the concerns cited by many within Westernized medicine; particularly, the citing of increased risk of falls or suffocation. Studies have taken researchers interested in the area of co-sleeping to Africa, Latin America, Asia, and just about everywhere else.

The conclusion: correlation between co-sleeping and infant mortality is miniscule, at best.

One example given is in Japan, where sleeping with infants is a near-universal practice. Much like the U.S. and other developed nations, Japan is a wealthy, large and modern country. According to the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Japan also has the second-lowest infant mortality rate in the world – 2 deaths per 1,000 births.

The United States? 5.8 deaths per one thousand. The U.S. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) rate is also two times that of Japan.

The Question of ‘Dependence’

One area of notable concern from American parents is that co-sleeping increases dependence. In other words, sleeping with the infant will manifest into the child not wanting to part from their company. This objection has been debunked as well.

Once again, Japan is cited as a counterargument. In the eyes of many, Japanese children as just as mature – if not more so – than American children. In her book, “Parenting Without Borders,” Christine Gross-Loh states the following:

“After years of living [in Japan] on and off, my husband and I (and even our kids) have noticed that most children – the same who sleep with the parents every night – take care of themselves and their belongings, work out peer conflicts, and show mature social behavior and self-regulation at a young age. Japanese parents expect their kids to be independent by taking care of themselves and being socially responsible. They expect them to help contribute to the household or school community by being capable and self-reliant.”

A long quote, but an irreplaceable one. Most parents want to teach their children how to act independently, and for good reason. It just turns out that co-sleeping has pretty much zero impact on such ambition.

The conclusion often reached by individuals studying the relationship between dependence and cohabitation is that actions and behaviors displayed by parents – and observed by their children – are far more important than the choice to sleep together or apart from the infant.

Safe and Beneficial

Now that we’ve momentarily settled the perceived risks around co-sleeping, it’s important to reemphasize the benefits of the practice. For this, we turn to noted biological anthropologist James McKenna, who made the following observations at his University of Notre Dame laboratory:

– Synchronization of physiological functions between infant and mother occurs during mother-child co-sleeping.

– Co-sleeping benefits the infant’s brain development, central nervous system, and immune and cardiovascular systems.

– Co-sleeping enhances cognitive function and the infant’s self-regulatory responses.

– Co-sleeping increases the rate at which physiological development occurs in many other areas.

The conclusion that McKenna reaches, as do many other professionals that study co-sleeping, is that benefits of the practice far outweigh the risks. If co-sleeping is practiced safely, they attest, a myriad of benefits can surface – not only for the child, but the parent as well.

Recommended Safety Guidelines

OF course, the practice of safe co-sleeping is absolutely essential. Experts recommend taking the following actions to ensure a safe and healthy experience:

– Infants should always sleep on their backs.

– Infants should sleep on firm surfaces.

– No smoking should take place in the sleeping space.

– The baby’s head should never be covered.

– No pillows should be in the child’s immediate reach.

– No supplemental bedding (e.g. sheepskins) should be placed under the infant.

References:
LeVine, R., LeVine, S. and Times, L.A. (2016) It’s OK to sleep next to your infant child. It’s even beneficial. Available at: http://www.latimes.com/opinion/op-ed/la-oe-levine-cosleeping-bedsharing-global-20160916-snap-story.html (Accessed: 5 November 2016).
McKenna, PhD, J. (2016) Safe Cosleeping Guidelines // mother-baby behavioral sleep laboratory // university of Notre dame. Available at: http://cosleeping.nd.edu/safe-co-sleeping-guidelines/ (Accessed: 5 November 2016).
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7 Ways An Alpha Woman Stands Out From Everyone Else

November 10, 2016 by Power of Positivity

The phrase “alpha woman” often brings the image of a powerful, strapping woman to mind. However, you might not spot this confident woman as easily as you think. The easiest way to locate an alpha woman is in a room full of other women. There are a number of ways to spot an alpha woman. So read on to learn more. Then, you can learn to pick her out of the crowd.

7 Ways An Alpha Woman Stands Out From Other Women

Look for these telltale signs:

1. An Alpha Woman Exudes Natural Confidence

An alpha woman has a natural sense of confidence. In fact, it is this sense of confidence that causes people to follow her everywhere that she goes. Her confidence is well-earned and never crosses the boundary into bravado or cockiness. She is confident because of her ability to get the job done properly. Of course, this also attracts positivity.

A naturally confident alpha woman is never abrasive or loud, and her ability to conduct herself in such a manner leads to increased respect from her friends and peers. When confidence is derived from a natural skill level, it is genuine, and skilled observers can always tell the difference.

2. Her Actions Appear Effortless

It takes a great deal of practice and hard work to make actions appear effortless, and this is a dichotomy that the alpha woman knows all too well. By seeming to have it all together at all times, she inspires loyalty in her underlings, as they are impressed by her innate ability to remain on point when women around her are falling apart.

She allows life’s natural ebbs and flows to guide her decisions instead of trying to force things to happen. She’s acutely aware of the fact that nothing works when it is forced and remains balanced in her decision-making. An alpha woman knows when to make that extra push and also knows how to fall back, giving life a chance to unfold as it should.

3. An Alpha Woman Tells It Like It Is

Those who tell it like it is are always able to stand out among the crowd, and an alpha woman is certainly no different. People are drawn to her since they know that she will always tell the truth and that she has zero interest in sugarcoating the reality of a situation to avoid hurting feelings.

An alpha woman with a habit of telling harsh truths may not always be endearing, but she is certainly well-respected. Other people can see her honesty and they develop a strong level of admiration for her blunt and genuine nature.

4. The Ability To Utilize Constructive Criticism

Alpha women are never afraid to hear the truth about themselves, and no matter how much they have achieved, they are still willing to continue to try and improve. If she’s the type that dishes out criticism, she also has zero problems accepting it in return. Thus, her personality makes her much different than a beta female.

If positive criticism comes her way, she has the ability to internalize it and learn more from it, whereas other women may become defensive and standoffish in these types of scenarios. Her willingness to absorb criticism and her ability to differentiate between negative and positive critiques is crucial to her continued success.

5. Never Competes With Other Women

The alpha woman is not styled by anyone other than herself. Indeed, she knows what works for her and what does not. She does not become swept up in other people’s expectations of her and is supremely comfortable in her own skin. Insecurity only serves to feed into the judgment of the world around her, and she’s never driven to compete with other women.

Watching the success of other women who are better looking or closer to their goals can cause the average woman to feel less than confident, but the alpha woman has no such issues. She looks into the mirror every morning with the awareness that she is her only competition.

6. An Alpha Woman Is Emotionally Intelligent

Knowing how to read situations and people is an essential part of being an alpha woman, and they have the experience to know when a situation, business deal or personal relationship benefits them. More importantly, they know how to identify and back away from a potentially harmful relationship.

She draws on her reservoir of emotional knowledge and never places herself in a predicament that she can’t get out of, either professional or personal. Having the foresight to walk away from relationships before they take a turn for the worse saves her a great deal of time and stress.

7. Work/Life Balance

Indeed, there are a number of women who struggle with the concept of balancing their work life with their personal affairs. However, this is a mere walk in the park for the alpha woman. She knows just how important it is to maintain this balance and never loses sight of its importance.

Alpha women can discern when it is time for work and when it is time for play. She can read her own emotions. So when she needs a break, she grants herself the opportunity to take one with zero guilt. Conversely, she also senses when it is time to put the pedal to the medal and make a concerted push toward her career objectives.

As you can see, an alpha woman’s traits do not always immediately announce themselves. But those who wish to find one and know how to look now can discern an alpha from a beta and can do so with relative ease.

5 Types of Partners to Never Tolerate

November 10, 2016 by Power of Positivity

“Chemistry is like those perfume ads, the ones that look so interesting and mysterious but you don’t even know at first what they’re even selling. Or those menus without the prices. Mystery and intrigue are going to cost you…What I’m saying is, chemistry is a place to start, not an end-point.” – Deb Caletti

Attraction. Mutual interests. Novelty. Excitement. Chemistry. Everything just seems so right, doesn’t it? We’re talking about the “perfect date/person/soulmate,” of course. It’s natural, even expected, that our stomachs will flutter at the thought of loving someone for the rest of their life.

Things do seem right…at least for the time being.

But all those emotions mentioned prior – attraction, mutual interests, novelty and excitement – do eventually fade to some degree. This leaves chemistry, the underlying emotional equation that either progresses or regresses during any relationship.

Some people fall for the wrong person based on perceived chemistry. Others have had, and continue to have, a long relationship with someone that is not right for them. Some have married that person and had children with someone who is not right for them.

In most cases, incompatible people simply part ways during the dating process. Even then, money is spent, time is “wasted,” and people (potentially) get hurt. Many times – in the case of a long-term relationship – the ability to trust a potential mate is damaged.

Why does this happen? Because they’re a different “type,” more specifically, an incompatible type. Which brings us to the topic of this article: types of partners to never tolerate.

Here are 5 such types of partners to never tolerate:

1. “The (Always) Eligible Bachelor/Bachelorette”

The Eligible Bachelor/Bachelorette is generally a person that is relatively put together. They’re often attractive, intelligent, polite, successful and well-spoken. It’s hard to understand why someone hasn’t grabbed this gem a long (long…) time ago.

When asked about their long-term singlehood, they’ll often give the cliché answer of “I just haven’t found the right person.” Of course, this response can intrigue the senses of the other person…what if they’re the “right person?” This thought process is all well and good until the realization hits that no one is the “right person.”

A telltale sign that someone fits this description is the unwillingness to introduce the other person to anyone close to them, such as friends or family. Or, if they remain hush-hush about previous relationships.

2. “The Mooch”

In the context of an intimate relationship, money often isn’t that big of an issue. Most of us are generous, and willing to give something to help someone out whom we care for.

Then it happens again…and again…and again after that. Have they paid for anything, ever?

Ladies and gentlemen, meet “The Mooch.” This lover of greenbacks is all-too-willing to let their date/partner pick up the tab on, well, just about everything. Infuriatingly, The Borrower also constantly makes half-hearted excuses to why they can’t fork over some cash, even if they’re able.

The Borrower is perhaps the easiest one to spot on this list; which is simply because they’ve never been observed reaching for a bill/purse/wallet.

3. “The Mama’s Boy/Daddy’s Girl”

Listen…we all love our moms and dads. For many of us, the price our parents paid for us is a debt that can never be repaid.

But there’s love, and then there’s immaturity.

When someone’s date/partner’s parents can’t resist wriggling their hands into the relationship cookie jar, there’s a problem. If someone’s date/partner accepts this type of behavior, there is a very serious problem. When someone’s date/partner expects this behavior, we’re dealing with a Mama’s Boy/Daddy’s Girl.

Oddly, interfering in the relationship isn’t the only annoyance. These types of people generally allow the actions of their parents to override any notion of individual choice.

Really…does anything else need to be said? Maybe one thing: this is a terrible person to be in a serious relationship with.

4. “The Egomaniac”

There is nothing wrong with a bit of self-adulation. Many of us have worked very hard to earn our lot in life, and we want to gloat a bit. “The Egomaniac,” our next type, seems deserving of such a privilege; they’re often successful, hard-working, intelligent and accomplished.

But many of this type engage in a sort of “self-worship.” They’re someone always pontificating about accomplishments, intelligence, superiority, etc. Even if some of that self-glossing is true, it is entirely inappropriate.

To make matters worse, The Egomaniac will often downplay the other’s accomplishments to feel superior in some way. Since an intimate relationship encompasses a sense of mutual respect and appreciation, it is not difficult to understand why being close to The Egomaniac would be incessantly frustrating.

5. “The Control Freak”

Perhaps no other attribute is more unattractive than a penchant for attempting to control another person. The mischievous aspect is that “The Control Freak” will deliberately convey an outward sense of security and acceptance, only to eventually reveal their true colors.

Their controlling ways extend from the small to the significant; from choosing which restaurant to patron, to which house to buy (it happens!). More disturbing, The Control Freak meticulously demands the whereabouts and details for periods of time where the other person is not within their immediate company.

Someone that is controlling innately lacks the ability to trust their partner. A lack of trust, plus a tendency to “micromanage” their partner’s life, equals someone that is not worth the pain.

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10 Things You Should Never Have A Problem Discussing With Your Partner

1. Goals

2. Health

3. The Future

4. Happy Times

5. Difficulties

6. Their Feelings

7. Fears and Concerns

8. Finances

9. Current Events

10. Honest Feedback

First, here are the five conditions or diseases:

1. Alzheimer’s

2. Prostate Cancer

3. Cardiovascular Disease

4. Obesity and Diabetes

5. Suicidal thoughts or Suicide

Final Thoughts: Tips to Improve Your Sleep

What NASA Says About the Beaver Moon

North America and Europe:

In Asia:

East Versus West

The Question of ‘Risk’

The Question of ‘Dependence’

Safe and Beneficial

Recommended Safety Guidelines

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7 Ways An Alpha Woman Stands Out From Other Women

1. An Alpha Woman Exudes Natural Confidence

2. Her Actions Appear Effortless

3. An Alpha Woman Tells It Like It Is

4. The Ability To Utilize Constructive Criticism

5. Never Competes With Other Women

6. An Alpha Woman Is Emotionally Intelligent

7. Work/Life Balance

Here are 5 such types of partners to never tolerate:

1. “The (Always) Eligible Bachelor/Bachelorette”

2. “The Mooch”

3. “The Mama’s Boy/Daddy’s Girl”

4. “The Egomaniac”

5. “The Control Freak”

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