| May 23,2008 |
Make sure to always give positive reinforcement to your children. If they get good grades or score the winning point, take them to their favorite restaurant, give them an allowance bonus, tell them how proud you are of them, etc.
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| May 24,2008 |
Make a concerted effort to follow-up. If you say you are going to do something for someone, do it. No empty promises.
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| May 25, 2008 |
Make sure you and your spouse both spend quality time ( when you focus only on the child, not on work, phone, internet or TV) with your children individually (and each child seperately), everyone needs one-on-one time.
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| May 26, 2008 |
Surprise your significant other with a small token of appreciation ( a rose, a note, a random act of kindness) often just to let them know how much you love them.
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| May 27, 2008 |
Let the important people in your life know it, remind them with a nice note every now and again about how much you appreciate them and why.
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| May 28, 2008 |
No matter how hectic your life may seem, if a good friend or family member leaves you a message, call them back when you get the message, dont wait a few days.
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| May 29,2008 |
Organize your friends to each create a new recipe once a month, then exchange them for variety.
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| May 30,2008 |
Spend quality time with your kids and their friends, make an effort to get to know them (take them all to lunch, shopping, etc.).
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| May 31,2008 |
Have a dinner party once every month inviting your friends you dont see as often as you would like.
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| June 1,2008 |
Find only positives in your life today. Share them with the people you love.
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| April 7, 2008 |
Welcome the Spring with a solo walk once a week for at least a half hour. Clear your head and breathe easy, breathe out and let the worries escape and fly away...
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| Arpil 6, 2008 |
Time for Spring cleaning... organize you home, clean out your closets (anything you havent worn/used in a year donate to charity), put up some new pictures, bring fresh flowers in the house and lighten your heart etc.
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| April 5, 2008 |
Make a decision to keep bright, beautiful, fresh flowers in your home every week.
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| April 4, 2008 |
When you find you are about to compare yourself with someone else, STOP, and remind yourself of your 3 best qualities and how lucky you are. Also, remember, there is only one of you so you cannot really compare yourself to anyone else.
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| April 3, 2008 |
Pick a new vacation spot for your family trip this summer and make it a group decision. It doesn't have to be fancy or expensive, the only requirement is to be real time together.
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| April 1, 2008 |
Shut your cell phone off one day a week. Absorb the peace and quiet.
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| March 03,2008 |
Make it a point to SMILE and greet everyone you encounter today, no matter your mood. It will brighten their day and yours.
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| March 4,2008 |
Do something for a stranger everyday. I.e.- Stop your car to let someone cross, let someone go ahead of you in the check-out line, pay a persons toll behind you, etc. The options are endless.....
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| March 5, 2008 |
Spend your time with happy, positive people. Being around happy people will make you happier.
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| March 06,2008 |
At the end of each day, focus on what you have accomplished not want you haven't.
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| March 07,2008 |
Think of solutions, not problems.
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| August 09, 2007 |
Don't waste your time worrying about issues that never arise. Maintain your focus on the positive of the present.
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| March 9,2008 |
Get some fresh air. Take a short walk or just sit outside, enjoy the day and breathe.
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| March 10,2008 |
Give a massage to your significant other and get one in return. It will help both of you to relax and release feel-good chemicals in your brain and body.
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| February 11,2008 |
Buy a new summer plant. Take good care of it. Watch it thrive under your care.
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| February 12,2008 |
When you speak to someone, listen intently and pay attention to the person speaking. Ask questions about the person and engage her/him to better understand them.
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| February 13,2008 |
Try a new healthy recipe once a week
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| February 12,2008 |
Try a new healthy recipe once a week
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| February 13,2008 |
Don't fight with your spouse in front of your children
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| February 14,2008 |
Create family traditions; ie- specific vacation destinations, holiday/birthday foods and activities, etc
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| February 15,2008 |
Remember positive reinforcement with your children. Accept them for who they are and help them to become the best people they can be.
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| January 1, 2008 |
Keep a journal and make a commitment to write in it at least 3 times a week. Write about your feelings not just your daily activities.
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| December 31, 2007 |
Don't make assumptions about a current situation based on something that happened in your past or someone else's past. Every situation is unique and so is every person.
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| December 30, 2007 |
The acknowledgement of greatness will encourage more greatness
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| December 29, 2007 |
If you want a happy, loving relationship, be grateful for the happy, loving moments. Similarly, if you want a successful career, be grateful for the moments of success.
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| December 28, 2007 |
Let others work out their issues on their own. You cannot control another person's actions. You can only control your reactions.
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| December 27, 2007 |
When you find yourself in a time of crisis, don't fight it. Relax into the situation. This gives you the opportunity to slow down, observe what is really going on and then make better decisions
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| December 26, 2007 |
Learn to forgive other people. It will help you lead a more fulfilling life.
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| December 25, 2007 |
Kind words eliminate anger and bring joy. Kind words make the day brighter for you and those around you. Make the days brighter for others and in doing so bring gentleness and kindness to you.
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| December 24, 2007 |
Learn the lesson of cooperation. Become less and less selfish, and more and more selfless in your actions. Don't be afraid, do not try to save face, do not try to be right, do not worry about what people think. Act kindly and help those in more need than you.
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| December 23, 2007 |
What we see in our personal material world is only a reflection of what occurs in our spiritual world.
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| December 22, 2007 |
Each one of us has a job to do with our life. It is up to each one of us to figure out what that job is and make it great!
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| December 21, 2007 |
Peace must begin inside yourself, in your heart, before you can bring peace to your friendships, workplace, family, country and world.
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| December 20, 2007 |
At the end of every day for the next week write down one positive accomplishment for your day. Celebrate all the positives next Sunday!
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| December 19 2007 |
Believe in your dreams and they will come true.
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| December 18, 2007 |
Make of 20 things you are grateful for and re-read it everyday.
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| December 17, 2007 |
Do something that you are scared of everyday
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| December 16, 2007 |
Give compliments freely and sincerely everyday.
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| December 15, 2007 |
"Love is letting go of fear." - Gerald Jamporsky
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| December 14,2007 |
If you cannot make a decision you are comfortable with, don't do anything. Sleep on it.
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| December 13,2007 |
Every time you kiss your baby, kiss your husband or wife.
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| December 12, 2007 |
Take a day off, take your children and your spouse and volunteer at your local house of worship or community center.
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| December 11 2007 |
Take action instead of waiting for other people to take the initiative
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| December 10, 2007 |
Carry bottles of water with you everywhere you go. Drink water throughout the entire day.
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| December 09 18, 2007 |
Do seasonal closet cleanings. Donate to charity all clothing, shoes, linens, etc that you have not used in 1 year.
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| December 08, 2007 |
Clean out your kitchen cabinets and refrigerators often. Create a healthy kitchen for the whole family.
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| December 07 2007 |
Teach your children the importance of learning about the world around them. Engage them in topics about current events, history, geography, etc.
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| December 06, 2007 |
Tell your children about your childhood. They are the only link to the future. Tell them the good, bad and indifferent.
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| December 05, 2007 |
Plan a fun family outing at least once a month. Pick an event everyone will enjoy (ie-amusement park, Broadway theater, hiking, golf lessons, etc.)
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| December 04, 2007 |
Let the people you love know it each and everyday.
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| December 3, 2007 |
Have family dinners as often as possible. Turn off the TV and have everyone catch up on one another's lives.
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| December 2, 2007 |
Take the time to read to your children before their bedtime
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| December 01, 2007 |
Be thankful and appreciative everyday for everything you have.
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| November 30, 2007 |
Embrace and accept change. Be open-minded.
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| November 29, 2007 |
Do favors for others without expecting anything in return
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| November 28, 2007 |
Spend 10 minutes everyday letting your mind be Quiet. Listen. Absorb.
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| November 27, 2007 |
If you do not have the time to eat a decent dinner before 8 pm, eat oatmeal.
See how the quality of your sleep improves.
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| November 26, 2007 |
Take one weekend day away from work every week. Stop reading e-mails, talking on the phone about work, reading work-related topics, talking about it or even thinking of it. You will find yourself renewed and more interested as you return to work the next day.
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| November 25,2007 |
Every time your partner says something negative or derogatory about him/herself, point it out and ask him/her to replace it with a gentler adjective. The goal is to be kind to yourself and help your partner be kind to himself/herself.
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| November 24, 2007 |
Before you must react to a situation you are unhappy about, stop and take a few seconds to breathe. Inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth. Do it three times. Then solve the problem.
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| January 11,2008 |
Happiness is when you let go of trying to make the past better.
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| January 10,2008 |
Enjoy your holiday meals guilt-free. Extremes don't work. Stick with light breakfasts and lunches, high in fiber. Snack on fruits and nuts during the day. Stay with your exercise program and that will help you get through without too much effort.
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| January 9,2008 |
Try to remember your dreams. Write them down and try to translate the messages your subconscious is sending you. They will help you better understand your life and your reactions.
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| January 8,2008 |
Include your children when you're preparing dinner, let them help out (daughters and sons). Make dinner an important and constant family affair.
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| January 7,2008 |
Start each day telling yourself what a good day is ahead of you and how lucky you are to have today.
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| January 6,2008 |
If you feel stressed, take 5 slow, deep breaths. Place your tongue on the roof of your mouth. Feel your abdomen expand while inhaling through your nose and release while exhaling through your mouth. Do it at work and do it anytime, any place.
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| January 5,2008 |
Answer your phone with a smile, callers will feel it on the other end
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| January 4,2008 |
Donate your family's old clothes to the Salvation Army or another charity. Make it a habit of giving things away to those who need them more than you do.
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| Januar 3, 2008 |
Take 10 minutes for yourself every day. Take a short walk. Just sit on your bed, look out the window. Reflect and find peace and calm inside your heart and mind.
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| January 2,2008 |
Leave your work at work. When you get home be present with your family. Enjoy the moments.
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| November 13,2007 |
Make time for your children everyday. Help them define goals and work with them daily to achieve them
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| November 12, 2007 |
Make your salads as colorful as possible. More color = More antioxidants!
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| November 11, 2007 |
Get your beauty sleep.
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| November 10, 2007 |
Make time for physical activity everyday, even if it is only a 20 minute walk around the block or your backyard.
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| November 09, 2007 |
Speak what you seek
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| November 8, 2007 |
The next time you go shopping for an article of clothing, pay with cash. No credit cards, no interest payment. The article of clothing you just bought is really wholly yours. Enjoy it!
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| November 7, 2007 |
When you come home from work, soak a towel in hot water and wrap it around your neck for 10 minutes. You will unwind faster and healthier then with a drink.
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| November 6, 2007 |
When you come home from work, soak a towel in hot water and wrap it around your neck for 10 minutes. You will unwind faster and healthier then with a drink.
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| November 05, 2007 |
For the next week, give positive advice only. Do not say anything negative or critical of another.
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| July 18, 2007 |
Make sure you have dinner with your kids and spouse at least two nights a week. It makes for great foundation for the kids and great education for you.
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| July 17, 2007 |
Every morning when you wake up kiss your partner and wish him/her a happy day.
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| July 16, 2007 |
Buy each other's favorite perfumes and apply it to sensual spots. Kiss the spots.
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| July 15, 2007 |
Clean your closets and donate at least 50% of the clothes you didn't wear this year to your favorite charity. Your closet will be lighter and you will feel good about having helped someone in need.
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| July 14, 2007 |
Go out with your loved one without a specific purpose. Don't go shopping or running errands. Just walk around for at least an hour holding hands.
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| July 13, 2007 |
Ask for what you want, do not beat around the bush or expect the other person to guess. Ask clearly and see how quickly you get what you are really asking for.
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| July 12, 2007 |
Every time you tell your child you love him/her, tell your spouse you love him/her.
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| July 11, 2007 |
Make a plan for where you want to be in 10 years from now. Are you doing the things you need to do to get there? Start doing them today.
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| July 10, 2007 |
Send a loving text message to your honey as you leave work every evening.
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| July 09, 2007 |
Paint one of your bedroom walls a beautiful accent color. Green will soothe you and help you sleep better.
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| July 08, 2007 |
Spend a day visiting an elderly relative. You have a great opportunity to learn and share love.
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| June 30, 2007 |
Make a special dinner for your significant other. Cook it from scratch and place flowers and candles on the table. Do it once a month.
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| June 30, 2007 |
Sing along with your I-pod or radio. It will relax you, lower your blood pressure and make your day better.
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| June 30, 2007 |
Decide to only say kind words to everyone you meet today. Do not complain or be nasty. Smile and be kind. Notice how others react to you and how well your day unfolds.
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| June 29, 2007 |
Make a life defining decision today. Take responsibility for creating a positive outcome. Every time you make a decision think of how it will take you to a positive outcome. If it does, do it, if not, skip it.
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| June 28, 2007 |
When you leave your home in the morning and come home at night, give your partner a big hug and kiss. Make it mandatory.
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| June 27, 2007 |
When you leave your home in the morning and come home at night, give your partner a big hug and kiss. Make it mandatory.
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| June 26, 2007 |
Prevent colds and the flu by washing your hands frequently. Do it after you come into contact with someone who has a cold, when you get home after being in a public place, after you've touched an elevator button, a door knob, handrail, etc. Wash your hands for at least 15 seconds, lather up, rinse with hot water and use a nail brush to clean under the fingernails.
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| June 25, 2007 |
Take a break from work every couple of hours and stretch out, close your eyes tightly for 10 seconds and walk in place for 1 minute. You will feel energized and focus easier again
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| June 24, 2007 |
Take 15 minutes a day out of your schedule and spend the time alone being grateful for the great things you are lucky to have in your life. It'll improve your health and life perspective.
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| June 23, 2007 |
Have the courage to stand by your convictions, make them kind.
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| June 22, 2007 |
When dealing with matter of the heart, follow you heart and nothing else.
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| August 13, 2007 |
Plan a night with your best girlfriends at least once a month. Get together, talk and lots of laughter.
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| August 12, 2007 |
Pay attention to your posture. Sit up straight and walk the same way. Its also a slimming trick.
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| February 19,2008 |
Take a bubble bath, surrounded with candles, music and some chocolate covered strawberrries
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| February 18,2008 |
Do something nostalgic for your significant other. Go to a place where you had your first date, first kiss, heard "your song", etc.
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| February 17,2008 |
Take your significant other to a concert, ballet, opera, sporting event, etc... whichever THEY most enjoy
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| February 16,2008 |
Plan a romantic getaway, even if for only one night and in your own hometown at a hotel. Change up the atmosphere and leave the kids at home.
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| February 15,2008 |
Share your #1 fantasy with your partner and vice versa, dont be shy!
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| February 14,2008 |
Make a homemade Valentine. Tell your partner how much you love and appreciate them and why; those words tend to escape us in the hustle of everyday life.. remind them!
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| February 13, 2008 |
Make a list of 20 things you and your partner want to accomplish together ( ie-sky diving, skiing the alps, hiking the andes)
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| February 12,2008 |
Find a new activity you and your significant other can do together that requires you to work as a team and communicate.
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| February 09,2008 |
Turn a good intention into a habit. Every time you say hello to someone, smile. Mean it. Repeat it.
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| February 10,2008 |
Breathe in slowly through your nose and raise your arms above your head at the same time. Exhale through your nose slowly and bring your arms down to your sides. Repeat 10 times. Do it when you get tired or bored during the day.
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