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Darien Collier is a seventh grade student who attends an "urban-city school." He has been diagnosed with a behavior disorder and is one of fourteen students in the behavior disorder (BD) class. His behavioral disorder is further aggravated by an emotional disorder (ED). Earlier this school year, his education was interrupted due to a sixty-day sentence and imprisonment to the department of correction.

One day at the dismissal of school (which is at 1:15 pm for some special education students), Darien asked for permission to wait inside a grade level office until his aunt arrived. I believe this is a tactic Darien uses to disassociate himself from the "special ed" kids for social purposes. I've noticed that many of his friends are "regular ed" kids. He was granted that permission and did in fact go and sit in the grade level office until the regular dismissal of school at 2:15 pm.

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At the dismissal, Darien walked out into the hallway to socialize with some of his peers. Moments after he had began mingling with the other students, he was confronted by a school security officer. This particular security officer and Darien has had a rough history. Darien has received long-term suspensions on a few occasions because of his defiance when given directives from the security officer. Darien has expressed to his mother and the principal that he feels threatened and targeted by the security personnel.

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When the security officer saw Darien, he approached him and told him that he had no right to be on the property. The security officer ordered Darien to leave the school's property. Darien tried unsuccessfully to tell the security officer that he had been given permission to stay and wait for his aunt. The security officer continued to order him to leave the property. Finally, Darien became defensive and angry. He became argumentative and verbally abusive. He then took his coat off and threw it to the floor as he took a fighting stance. The security officer called for backup. When Darien heard the call, he gathered his belongings and began to walk through the hallway.

Two more security officers arrived within a couple of minutes and someone pointed Darien out to them as he walked away. The security officers caught up to him and ordered him to turn around and leave the property. Darien became angry and belligerent. The security officers eventually had to physically restrain and handcuff him. Darien received a ten-day suspension from school for verbally threatening a staff member and he was also arrested for Disorderly Conduct. When his probation officer was notified, Darien was also charged with probation violation.

Well, this story sounds rather typical for an inner-city, poor, black, male, student. And the truth of the matter is there are too many of these stories being told everyday in schools where the demographics are similar to this one. But I submit to you that there are many critical elements of these stories that are not being told. And I want to share a few issues that I have with this one.

First and foremost, the entire incident involving Darien and the security officers took place while an assistant principal stood nearby but looked the other way. In fact, it was that assistant principal's office that Darien had been sitting while he waited for his aunt to arrive. But yet the administrator did nothing to resolve the conflict between the security officer and the student. Once that conflict escalated, the administrator amazingly stood there and said or did nothing to intervene. After the situation was brought under control and a second administrator was charged with handling the investigation of the incident, the first administrator did not even offer information even though he was a first hand witness to the entire incident. Oh...and by the way, the inept administrator was Darien's grade level principal the year before. So he was very familiar with the student's disabilities. What could have possibly been the motive for the level of incompetence demonstrated by this administrator? And since Darien was being held to a high level of accountability for his actions, what about the administrator?

Darien is a behavioral disorder student who receives special educational services. Everything we know about students with Darien's disability, tell us that they are not likely to make good choices when left unsupervised. Since he also suffers from an emotional disorder, it is understandable that he might become easily frustrated and angry when he feels mistreated. So, why did the teacher leave him unsupervised for approximately an hour? Why did she not communicate with other staff members that she had given the student permission to break from his normal routine? And where's the accountability for her?

The security officer who first confronted Darien refused to allow him to explain why he was still at school beyond his normal dismissal time. Even though he (security officer) saw the assistant principal standing there, he never requested assistance to help manage the escalating situation. After he realized that he had lost control of the situation, he called for extra security instead of the assistant principal. The security officer has worked in the school for years and never received any formal training for dealing with students with disabilities. In fact, the security officer has received no training in how to manage difficult students. Who will hold the security officer accountable for his poor judgment and handling of this situation? After the investigation was done, the assistant principal who handled the discipline for this situation went to the head principal for advice and guidance. The head principal offered little help except to say, "suspend him for ten days".

I don't remember things happening this way when I was younger. When I attended public schools in the same socio-economic community as Darien, this could have never happened. The schools I attended may not have had the most talented instructors nor the most capable administrators. Security officers and other support staff might not have had the highest level of training and certification. But there was never a day when I felt unsafe at school. I never had to think about whether or not the staff truly cared about me. In fact, many of the difficult questions I had about my future, I could depend upon adults at the schools I attended to help me find answers. I guess you might say that I was "school dependent." A lot might have changed since I attended public school, but I know one thing that has changed for the worst. More and more of our children are school dependent.

School officials must understand that they often represent the last hope in determining whether or not our youth in low socio-economic communities will be able to overcome the many challenges they face. I am very concerned that our children go to school every day and have to ponder the reality of whether there will be books for them or if they will hear the words "book'em." We may talk about all the ills in society that lend themselves to broken families and homes. And sociologist and other behavioral scientist have analyzed, theorized, and standardized us until we've become paralyzed from all the information about why these particular youth are not being successful. It is all too easy for school officials to treat these kids as though they are just some statistic. But I submit to you that we ought to look deeper into the hearts and souls of these precious young people who so desperately need us.

You see, earlier that day, Darien surprised the teacher and asked for a pass to go and speak with the head principal. This was a surprise since he usually was sent reluctantly as a consequence for misbehavior. But this day he respectfully went into the office and began to cry for a different reason. After he gathered himself, he poured out his heart. He took responsibility for many of the bad choices and decisions that he had made in his young life. He went on to express his frustration with feeling "targeted" by teachers, security officers, administrators and even his own peers.

But Darien didn't stop there. He made a commitment to "turn his life around." Instead of cheating, stealing, and lying, he decided he wanted to try a different route. He wanted to be honest, hard working, and make something out of his life. He said he was determined not to "end up in prison" like his father. The principal told him that he was proud of him.

But I wonder what is going through Darien's mind today as he sit in a jail cell at a juvenile detention center? Are our children entering our schools and leaving them feeling confirmed that there is no justice? At age fourteen, how much could Darien have contributed to his life's circumstances? How did all the black males involved in this incident allow one of our sons to experience the violent injustices that our fathers gave their lives in an attempt that we might have hope? Where is the compassion for our youth?

The juvenile code in the state of Illinois, as well as in all other states, is supposed to be rehabilitative in its philosophy. But at every level of the continuum of that system (e.g. arrest, detention, probation, confinement to department of corrections, etc.) Darien and other youth that look like him, are disproportionately represented. Is this happening in part because our schools are becoming nothing more than "feeder programs" for a criminal justice system? I wonder if our young black men are realizing the self-fulfilling prophecies they so often hear spoken to them by so-called professionals whose job should be to give them hope.

While I realize school officials have a monumental challenge in today's society with educating the nation's youth. And I recognize that an ever increasing violent society is cause for us all to be concerned. But I pray that we will not lose our way and our focus. All of us as stakeholders must persevere for a high quality education to be afforded to all our nation's youth. We must not give in to the temptation of allowing the kids that need us the most, to be passed on from school halls to prison cells. We must work hard that our youth do not see us as the enemy. They must not see in us the demons that they face every evening as they see their fathers, mothers, brothers, and sisters arrested and drug off to fill our prisons. Instead, they should be met with a sense of dignity and respect at our school doors. We must never allow Darien's day to end in this way again.

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How To Get Her Back For Good

Breaking up is never easy, especially if you are the one who is being spurned. It seems like your whole world is falling apart. You are still in love with your partner and you don't understand why they are talking about leaving. Perhaps your friends are urging you to move on. But you don't want to be single again or go out and find another partner. All you really want is to get your girlfriend back. If this is the case, then How to Get Her Back For Good is just the book for you.

The author, George Karanastasis, is not some kind of relationship guru. He is also not a psychologist. In fact, he is just an ordinary guy who learned from his own failed relationships. Then, as he himself says, one day it all just clicked. He came to realize that the key to getting your girlfriend back is the hidden psychology of women. He based his advice on 5 simple approaches. None of these approaches involve any lying, deceit or tricks on your part. Instead, you will learn what your girlfriend really wants from a relationship and what to do to get her back for good.

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Karanastasis doesn't talk only from his own experience - he consulted thousands of men, who were facing a relationship crisis. He discovered that nearly all men in this situation make the same mistake. They act out of despair and frustration, instead of calming down, considering the situation and using the techniques that work. The book will teach you how to stop doing the mistakes that push your girlfriend even further way. You will learn how to act and what to say to get her back and have a loving and lasting relationship.

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Public Speaking - How To Book A Public Speaker For A UK Conference

Being given the job of picking a motivational, keynote or public speaker for your conference is a double edged sword. If the speaker goes down well, you'll get all the credit and the conference goes down in company history as one of the great successes of the year and something to be aspired to for future conferences.

However, if you pick an unsatisfactory public speaker, or even worse, a terrible one (think - any conference you've attended that you wish you hadn't , or the Psychic act hired in the Phoenix nights TV series! ) then it's a negative note against you and you'll be responsible for the conference being a flop.

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So what are your options when booking a public speaker?

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o There are lots of sports personalities available for hire. The downside is that the majority of them are actually very mediocre public speakers and some are just plain bad. Top tip; the best ones have the biggest price tags, so expect to pay in excess of £10K. There are some good sports personality speakers who can be hired for less, but there's a good reason they're cheaper - they're on the way out and probably only the older members of the audience will know who they are!

o You could always book the keynote speaker that you hired last year, as they were a great success and very reasonably priced. The flaw in this plan is (as one famous high street bank found out to their cost) hiring the same motivational speaker year after year only succeeds in de-motivating your staff when they hear the same old stuff trotted out year after year!

o There are those public/ keynote speakers who have copied the style of high profile American Speakers, which would be fine provided they have the presence to carry it off and they're speaking to an American audience. Brits are very cynical audiences and inflicting this approach on them will goes down like bacon butties at a bar mitzvah.

o Then there are people who have achieved great feats, but if falling off a mountain and surviving fails to engage an audience including women, who have endured childbirth, juggled careers and partners (who themselves are busy hammering their heads off the glass ceiling!!!) it's going to have a negative effect. I know one speaker whose talk is based on the challenges of climbing Kilimanjaro; however these days it's practically been worn to a path with the vast numbers of people who have climbed it. He had the wind knocked out of his sails when several people in the audience, including someone in a wheelchair, claimed to have done the same trek.

o Then you have an array of business speakers. They may not be household names although many will have books and media exposure that support their chosen speaking topics. They have much more in common with a business audience than the above options and the good ones are much more reasonably priced. For a large conference you can expect to pay between £5-10K and for a smaller conference you might even get one for as little as £2.5K. Most will have product (CD's and books for sale) so a savvy conference organizer can even negotiate a deal on products as part of the fee, which makes a great added extra for attendees and even better value for money.

The biggest cardinal sin to avoid when choosing a public speaker.

Picking a speaker who will impress 100% of the people 100% of the time is an impossibility. Finding one who will be inoffensive to 100% of the people 100% of the time is perfectly achievable, but your speaker will have zero impact on your conference. You don't have to have a big name to make a great conference; you just need a great Public/Keynote/Motivational Speaker. I know many famous celebrities (who shall remain nameless) who have enjoyed a successful career as a motivational speakers for years, without ever inspiring or entertaining an audience and charging thousands for each event. If you want a good public speaker then always do your homework and go by recommendation.

If you want your conference to be a great success then follow our useful 7 step guide below:

1) Keep your costs to a minimum by going direct to the speaker. Most speakers can be found on their own websites as well as speaker bureau sites. Speaker bureaus charge an extra 20% on the top of the speaker's fee. If you're unlucky enough to speak to the bureau that doesn't have a direct relationship with the speaker, then you may be paying more than one lot of bureau fees. It's also worth noting that the speaker bureaus aren't regulated and there are many that speakers prefer not to work with them due to irregular practices.

2) Work off recommendations as anyone with some confidence and larynx can set themselves up as a public speaker.

3) Give your public speaker an adequate brief. What is the likely makeup of the audience? Mainly women? Men? Age? Backgrounds? Audience size? Details of the Venue? Equipment available?

4) As a general rule, don't err on the side of blandness to avoid potentially causing offense. This is guaranteed to result in a bland experience for the audience. Audiences are human before they are employees and whilst you don't want someone foul mouthed or offensive, very PC speakers are amongst the most dreaded by an audience.

5) Ask to see a show reel, blog, and testimonials. Any experienced professional will expect you to ask for them (if you haven't been referred) and will gladly furnish you with them.

6) Be prepared to negotiate over fees, but don't negotiate yourself out of a good speaker for the sake of a few pounds. The cost of the venue and the time of the delegates put the price of the speaker in the shade. Your speaker is going to be the highlight of your conference, so remember this when deciding to rule a speaker in, or out, on price

7) Read the small print. A good public speaker will have a comprehensive set of terms and conditions which will include a cancellation fee. You'll usually have to book a good speaker well in advance; if they have committed their time to you in their diary then they can't work for anyone else and they expect the same level of commitment from you. Last minute changes of date are likely to incur a fee, so ensure your conference details are secure before you book.

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Masonic Books - Jacob's Ladder

"And he dreamed, and behold a ladder set up
on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven:
and behold the angels of God ascending and descending on it."

Gen. 28:12

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In the Entered Apprentice Degree, the candidate sees and hears Freemasonry's lesson symbolized by the star-decked heavens, or clouded canopy which covers the material earth. This symbolism is of such significance that many European and domestic lodges continue to reinforce its lessons by painting the ceilings with stars, planets and other heavenly luminaries. Concealed within that symbolism is the additional veil to certain wise and serious truths known as "Jacob's Ladder."

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We read in the book of Genesis that a man named Jacob fell asleep one night out in the open during his travels from Beersheba to the land of Haran. In his dreams he saw a great ladder with one end set on earth and the top reaching far into the heavens above. Jacob seemed to see the "angels of God" ascending and descending the ladder. As he looks higher up, he also seemed to see God Himself standing above it and heard Him promise that Jacob and his descendants would inherit the land where Jacob slept. Upon awakening, Jacob declared the ground sacred, arranged the stones he used for a pillow into a pillar and named the spot Bethel, which means house of God. (Genesis 28:10-19).

Like so many other stories in the Old Testament, for those who do not insist upon a literal interpretation, the legend of Jacob's Ladder conveys a deep concern and belief that is actually centered in a very old culture. A careful reading of the book of Genesis reveals to the discerning eye that the entire book, when read as a whole, appears to be disjointed, difficult to read as one continuum and seemingly missing some very essential background information. Recent academic research has concluded a reason for this fact that tends to more fully explain why Egypt was so important to our Masonic ancestors.

Jacob's vision was but a fragment of a richer living tradition; an ancient teaching about the link between the earthly and divine worlds. This tradition is further emphasized in Masonic ritual by the explanation given concerning the pillars named Boaz and Jachin, discussed in an earlier chapter. In this tradition we are told that the link between the two worlds has been broken. Angels with flaming swords block the entrance to the Garden of Eden and, as we read further in the story about Jacob's Ladder, Jacob is admonished against climbing that ladder to heaven. For many who read this story, it is a significant event in describing the Fall of man to sin and his need for divine redemption. Yet, the ancient tradition behind that story is much more enlightening.

The ancient Egyptians absorbed much of the earlier cultural and religious practices of Mesopotamia, from which the legends of Gilgamesh arose. Within that legend is a startling tale about men who walked the earth seemingly having come from nowhere known to mankind. They were on earth to learn what the earthly existence had to teach and once those lessons were learned, they left earth to travel to heaven to enrich that divine environment with earthly influences. (The book of Genesis actually contains a piece of this legend in the story about the "Watchers," or "Giants.") This legend later became a benchmark for Hermes Trismegestis whose philosophy known as Hermeticism emphasis the divine slogan "as it is above, so shall it be below."

According to the ancient tradition, the story about Jacob's Ladder is both instructional and insightful. Owing to the location of the sacred ground where Jacob slept, it is believed that it together with other similar sacred locations serve as the perfect conduits between the earthly and divine worlds. In other words, the ancients believed, as many believe today, that there are more sacred places to worship God than others. In part, this legend tends to shed more light on the earthly significance of Jerusalem to our Jewish brethren, as well as our Christian and Muslim brethren.

For Freemasons there is yet another lesson to be learned from Jacob's vision. While certain dogmas and doctrines assert the lone entitlement to bridging the gap between heaven and earth, God and man, those dogmas and doctrines are but paths one may select to complete our divine journey. There are other equally valid paths, which fact reminds us that embracing diversity is essential to establishing true freedom. More importantly, Masons are encouraged to think for themselves, pray to God on their own and develop a relationship with the Divine that is not wholly dependent about the intermediary of a specific dogma or doctrine. God created man in His image. He did not create dogma and doctrine in His image - those were created by man.

In that latter regard, the ancient writer Philo affirmed that the Therapeutae practiced what Freemasonry now preaches about the acquisition of divine knowledge. Stories from the Old Testament and elsewhere should be read for their symbolic messages, not for their literal recitation about factual history. The Therapeutae read the Holy Scriptures and sought wisdom from their ancestral philosophy by taking it as an allegory, since they also thought that the words of the text were symbols of something whose hidden nature is revealed by studying the underlying meaning.

Masonic Books teach that by the use of symbols and in so doing encourages its members to understand that God's most enduring lessons are yet to be recovered from the mists of the past. Prophets and seers have told us that mankind has merely scratched the surface of all that is to be learned. Where man once walked on foot to get from one place to the other, he may now fly. While ancient civilizations could not communicate one with another, today's nations are in instant communication. Mankind is drawing ever closer together, hundreds of thousands of people are living in urban environments and men on one end of the globe are nourishing the needs of men at the other end. Man's relationship with God, direct and unfettered by outside dogma or doctrine, is essential for men to absorb the concept of brotherly love - not as a mere concept, but as a way of life.

Such are some of the lessons learned from the Masonic symbolism of Jacob's Ladder. Can you find others?

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Dating Tips For Men - Why Pickup Lines Do NOT Work For Most Guys

Bring up the subject of pickup lines around most women and you will see their faces cringe when they think about the attempts that some guys use to try and be smooth. There are an overwhelming number of books and websites out there dedicated to pickup lines that swear that they are the magical bullet that you have been looking for, but, is that really true?

The truth is, that for most guys, pickup lines are NOT the answer. In fact, if you are having troubles picking up women now and you resort to using pickup lines to attract women, you could find yourself worse off than when you started. There are reasons why they do NOT work for most guys.

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Here are some of those reasons:

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1. Most guys that swear that pickup lines are the answer are YOUNG. Most young guys don't realize how EASY it is to pick up girls their age. They won't realize it until they get a little older. Pretty much, if you are over the age of 25, then using pick up lines will not only make you seem a little amateurish, you also probably could not find one that a woman has not already heard before.

2. You don't discover how to create natural attraction by using them. Natural attraction is more powerful than any staged routine or line could ever be. And it happens when the conversation seems to just flow. When it seems like sparks are flying and the chemistry is just there. That's when you can make a woman fall head over heels in love with you.

3. They are like a crutch. When you rely on lines and routines, it's like having a crutch that you think you can always depend upon. But, what happens when you get in a situation where the lines just do not work? What are you going to do then? If you want to have real skills attracting women, then you have to be able to know how to work on the fly. You have to know how to approach a woman and regardless of the situation, be able to create attraction with her.

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What Topics Should Be Covered in Good Books for Wedding Planners

Even a very simple wedding needs a thorough and systematic planning. Wedding planners may seek guide from a wide range of good planning books essential in planning the perfect wedding. There are a number of reasons why one must be backed up by these books. But perhaps the biggest reason is that these good books can help wedding planners stay organized and be on top of things (even though there may be some issues or lost boutonnieres that will crop up!).

1. Good books should cover all wedding details

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If you do a check online, you'll find a number of books that center on wedding planning and resources. Though these books come from different publishers and written by different authors, there are certain sections and topics that can be considered as universal and common for these books.

What Topics Should Be Covered in Good Books for Wedding Planners

Some of the common sections that one can expect in these wedding planners books include:
a. The best dresses for the entourage
b. The best dresses for the men and women; and
c. The checklist that can be used just before the wedding.

Some books will approach the topics in chronological manner. For example, certain authors will give you checklist of things to do a year before the wedding, 6 months before the wedding, 2 weeks before the wedding, a day before the wedding and the wedding day itself.

There are some concerns that must be considered on these different times. In some wedding books, there are sections that will cover the local marriage license laws and office locations. Marriage set-up in different countries and states vary, thus one must know these specific details. Look also for books that offer you a glimpse of happens during the actual wedding day- from the duties of the bridesmaids to sample toasts that can be used by the best man and father of the bride.

2. Look for books that include Sectioned Planning Guide and Worksheets

Wedding planning books may also offer sectioned planning guide and worksheets. Some of the common sections includes:
a. Cakes and Desserts
b. Catering
c. Planners
d. Equipment
e. Wedding Hairstyles
f. Reception Guide
g. Photography
h. Flowers

In short, consider these books for wedding planning as the 'bible' for wedding planners. And even though they have limited experience in wedding planning, at least the wedding that they are handling will be fine and run smoothly if they refer to these books from time to time.

Now there are a number of books that can be used as resource for wedding planning. Here are some of these books, what specific information can be sourced from each. Wedding planning is tough, but when armed with wedding planning books you can safely say that you are ready to work with celebrants and up to the task!

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Best Dating Books For Men - Providing Comprehensive Dating Knowledge

Since the online field consists of various kinds of dating books for men, it becomes very important to select a book that will offer wonderful benefits for men. Dating books should be selected in such a manner they will include all kinds of content that will make it possible to address all of their needs to involve effectively in dating activity. There are many people who have found these dating books to be of great use.

The best dating books for men should be selected to an extent they can acquire great level of confidence and achieve highly efficient dating experience that offers wonderful scope for development of relationship. You can choose from the option of buying these books directly from bookstores or you can buy these books online.

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Buying these books online provides great benefits since there is a great chance that the person will be able to save money. There are also other added advantages that can be obtained since product will be delivered to your home in a rapid manner. These books will contain several interesting topics that will make it possible to involve in an effective dating session with your dream women.

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The option of purchasing these books through online provides wonderful advantages as mentioned above. It is very easy to purchase these books through the Internet. All you need to have is Internet connection and a payment option. Money will be transferred through a safe platform that will make it possible to achieve a rapid and secured money transfer.

This process is highly effective and completely safe. You are sure to save a good amount of money by opting for this method since there will be special offers that will be provided exquisitely in this source. You can also choose from wide ranges of books and obtain the satisfaction of making an effective purchase.

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Pilates For Men by Alan Herdman

Joseph Pilates probably didn't plan for his exercises to appeal mostly to women. He himself was a boxer, gymnast, diver, swimmer and martial artist -- hardly a wimp. And pictures of him show that he had a solid, muscular build as well as an upright carriage.

And while he was developing his system and the various pieces of equipment to augment it in an internment camp on the Isle of Man during World War I, he worked with other male internees and male wounded British soldiers.

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When he set up his studio in New York City in the 1920s, a dance company was based in the same building. They were the first people in America to appreciate his techniques, and soon he was famous in that field -- with George Ballanchine and Martha Graham sending him injured dancers to rehabilitate.

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After it became more generally known in recent years, women in particular seem to drawn to Pilates, perhaps because it emphasizes well-rounded strength, grace, symmetry, and flow. And rather than going for big, bunched up muscle tissues, it stretches them as it strengthens them.

This is not inherently feminine. The sport of swimming also stretches muscles -- and nobody would call Michael Phelps a wuss.

But it's certainly not the bulked up look sought after by weight lifters and body builders.

Herdman realizes that many men will not want to make Pilates their only source of exercise. Having correct posture is a good thing, but we also want to play sports or pursue other strength building or cardiovascular activities such as running. Therefore, a large part of the book is devoted to advice and exercises to help with specific sports, from running to rugby. Many of these exercises can be used as warmups and stretches to perform after completing the sport, to keep you playing instead of sidelined with injuries.

First he does something I haven't seen in any other Pilates book -- provides a series to twelve "tests" so the reader can assess how strong and flexible he is now, before beginning Pilates. The author doesn't stress this, but readers should re-take this assessment every month or so to prove for themselves how well their Pilates program is working.

Then there's a chapter on common everyday bad posture habits and how to correct them. Not something men want to read about, but in line with the Plates philosophy of improving your body throughout all your daily activities, not just the period when you're "officially" practicing Pilates.

Then he provides an intermediate and advanced workout. All of the exercises use a mat or standing position. He doesn't even mention Pilates exercise equipment. This book is intended to help men working alone at home.

A final chapter describes many more ways to stretch, and emphasizes doing some of them throughout the day -- after waking up, during lunch hour, and in a hotel room while traveling. We can't always set aside an hour a day for a real workout, but we can stretch and practice good posture.

My only gripe would be what he left out. The sports sections include a chapter on "gym" but does little to address how Pilates can reduce the risk of injury for weightlifters. There's no section for wrestlers, martial artists or basketball players (though Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and others practice Pilates).

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5 Winter Fashion Trends for Men

Cold winters make you want to get cosy. They make you want to snuggle up in a big oversized sweater and read your book by the fire. And what better time to do that then over Christmas break, when you're surrounded by your family, and you have the luxury of a few long days out of the office with nothing to worry about. Here are 5 fashion accouterments all men should have on handy this Christmas season.

1. The Christmas sweater

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You know the one I mean. It's deep red, or forest green with white reindeer lined up at the bottom. They sound cheesy, in fact most of our childhood was probably spent avoiding them, but somehow they have come back in trend and are the perfect item for the season. Moreover your grandmother will be delighted to see you wearing her gift!

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2. The snood

For those of you who don't know what a snood is, it's an unattached hood that can go with every jacket, or even jumper. They are totally cute and very a la mode. Often lined with fur, your head, and thereby body, are sure to stay nice and warm, this cold holiday season.

3. The sorrel boots

I don't care what anyone says, if you live in a country that requires down coats, hats, and gloves, then you live in a country that requires rubber soled, fur-lined boots. These are not childish. I assure you no one at the office is going to ask you if you're going sledding after work. They are cool, but more then being cool, they are warm and practical.

4. The leather gloves

Every man should own a pair of leather driving gloves. In addition to keeping your hands warm, they are stylish and sensible. They are best paired with a pea coat or leather jacket. Those men who prefer ski jackets should probably go for a nice woolly pair of gloves.

5. The glittery jewels

It's not only women who want diamonds and bling for Christmas; men love their shiny accessories too. If you noticed that one of the men in your life is running low on cufflink options or is in need of a new watch, then go out and get one for him. It's a great, thoughtful gift, and something that he can keep forever. There you have it boys, 5 things to leave out on your dresser this holiday season. And anything you're running low on can be added to your Christmas wish list! Happy holidays.

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How Quickly Do Men Fall In Love?

The most asked question by women of all ages is: "Is he in love with me?" I have a different take on what is "love' and what is not, but for the sake of answering this question, I'll use the word "love" to mean romantic attraction and sexual chemistry.

Romantic attraction and sexual chemistry happens for a majority of men in three stages and in real life, this can be a little bit confusing for us women because romantic attraction and sexual chemistry happens for most of us in two stages: first when we meet him and decide he deserves a chance to try to "make us fall in love" and secondly, when we have collected enough evidence (what he did and what he failed to do) for falling in love with him.

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Even if the process of "falling in love" happens to us in only two stages, it is actually much more difficult for us women to "fall in love' than it is for men. I am sure, this is news for some women, and even hard to believe for others. So let me try to explain how easy it is to increase chemistry with a man if you know what you are working with and what you are up against.

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1. The first stage of "falling in love" for a man is instant: fast and furious

Unknown to a majority of women, men fall in love at first sight even more frequently than do women. Research shows that within the first fifteen seconds, a woman will have decided (sub-consciously) if she will give a guy a chance to try to "make her fall in love' or not. In the same amount of time, a man will have decided if he is "turned' on by how a woman looks or not.

Yes, I know, I know, this is not fair. But despite our lofty notions of "appreciate human beings for their character rather than for their looks", nature has programmed our brains (more programming on men's brains) to select out and respond to stimuli as sexually compelling or repelling simply based on good reproductive sense - who is best suited to carry on our gene, and legacy.

While women use visual, emotional and safety (including financial) cues to assess a man's desirability, over 90% of a man's decision at this stage is purely based on visual cues. When his eyes lock on to a woman for the first time, they lock on to her visual presentation. Whatever he recognize as "suited to carry on his gene, and legacy", that's what he focuses on, admiring and lingering on its details. Some men get super glued on boobs, others on booties and others on legs etc. Physical features and bouncy behavior that suggests youth, health and vitality place one woman ahead of all the other pack. And if you are attentive and not trying to delude yourself or force a relationship to happen, you will know when a man is visually attracted to you. HE WILL TELL YOU - in very specific verbs and he simply can't take his eyes off you!

Keep in mind that at this first stage, it's just pure sexual chemistry. At this stage you are still dispensable and interchangeable. You're still just another woman in the pack, and he is still very much attracted to several other women at the same time. But just because this stage is very much based on "animal" instinct does not mean it is not very important. How physically attractive a man finds you determines how much time he'll want to spend with you, and later in the relationship "looks' confirm to him again and again why he finds you attractive. If a man is not physically attracted to you, trying to make him "fall in love" with you is like trying to wake up a dead horse - you see and believe what you want to see and believe.

2. The second stage of "falling in love" for a man is when he begins to see you as unique and special

He may still be visually attracted to other women and you may be the woman with the "less than perfect" body but there is just "something about you" - and it is driving him nuts. It can be the way you talk or the way you laugh or the way you think or your enthusiasm and passion, or whatever it is you do that makes him think you must feel more deeply and experience life more profoundly and therefore you must be more delightful to be with. He feels more energized just by being around you which in turn makes him feel good about himself and about life in general.

At this stage, like his counterparts in the animal kingdom, he begins to mark his territory. He pays more attention to your needs, spends more time with you and is over protective when other men try to make a move on "his woman". In other words, if you are with a guy who still wants to keep it "an open" relationship and does not mind you dating other guys, then he still has not reached this stage of attraction. He (and you) are pretty much still up for grabs.

Are there things you can do to intensify attraction in order to speed up the process? Yes. There are many things you can do, and discussing them requires me to write another article. The bottom line is, the more positive (happy, deep, and moving) and less negative (painful, stress-full, dull, and "full of yourself") experiences he shares with you, the more likely he is to look at the future with good feelings about you.

3. The third stage of "falling in love" for a man is when he has convinced himself that he is a happier and more fulfilled person with you in his life than when by himself

He feels he is with the right woman at the right time, and at this stage, you will not even be asking the question "Is he in love with me?" because you will know. He will have NO problem declaring to you how he really feels. He might not always use the words, "I love you," but he manages to get his point across. He is strongly attracted to you to want to start the breeding process or if he is past "breeding", he is attracted to you enough to want to "settle down". Keep in mind that in this age and time "settle down" does not necessarily mean marriage to all people but it simply means "I AM WITH THE ONE" (which is the title of my upcoming book). This feeling of "I AM WITH THE ONE" is not the same thing as when he feels he "needs' you (see my article: How Do You Know If He or She Loves You Or Just Needs You?).

You will do yourself great favour if right now, here and today, you decide to exercise your power of choice to have what you want and to stop wasting time, emotions and energy on going-no-where relationships.

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Designer Men's Messenger Bags For Top Quality and Style

It has been several years since the men's messenger bag has taken over as one of the most popular ways for men to carry their belongings and it is easy to see why. They offer the same convenience as a women's purse, but put together in a way that appeals to men and without stigma. Now that this type of bag is established for many years to come as a popular option, top designers have taken the idea to the next level by constructing them with high-quality and even luxurious materials for the ultimate in form and function.

Since durability is still one of the important features of a men's messenger bag, designers often use the highest quality CORDURA® ballistic nylon, and vinyl materials to assemble their bags. One of the main reasons for this is to maintain the water and weather proofing of the bag, which is particularly suited to carrying laptop computers and other digital gear. If you live in a dry climate and you want the best in fashion, designers also offer men's messenger bags constructed of high-grade leather and other luxurious fabrics. Some of the leather bags have panels of leather that differ in color, type or texture arranged in thick vertical stripes to create a unique and trendy design.

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As with many designer products, much of the value is realized in the attention to detail and quality of construction. One way this is applied to messenger bags is accenting trims along the bag flap, shoulder strap, or the main compartment. Trims and other accents can be made of contrasting shades of leather, vinyl or other materials. The way in which all these fabric panels are fastened will be of top quality and visual appeal, while making sure there are no sharp or frayed edges, or marked in any way suggestive of inferior products. Finally, top designers take great care in emblazoning their logo in a prominent location that is welcomed by most consumers who purchase them as an indicator of excellence.

Designer Men's Messenger Bags For Top Quality and Style

Many designers have considered how to provide not only the best in fashion in a men's messenger bag, but the best in comfort as well. In general you get what you pay for, and designer bags will often use the best technologies available for padding and comfort such as memory foam or gel materials that conform to your shoulder. This is especially important if you plan to use the bag on a daily basis or to carry significant weight such as that of a large laptop computer or payload of text books.

In summary if you demand the best and are looking for a superior men's messenger bag, consider the benefits of purchasing a designer bag that will last for many years to come.

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Weight Training and Muscles, Not Just For Men Anymore!

Weight training and muscles, once reserved for macho men, are becoming more and more prevalent for women in recent years. Just take a look at the magazine rack in your local store, or look closely at the physique of the women on your favorite TV shows, and you'll notice that toned, muscular bodies are the norm for the rich and famous.

These elite women have set a standard for many others who have followed suit and given up their step classes for the weight room. Just walk into any gym and you're likely to see just as many women pumping weight as men, and for very good reason.

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What women have begun to learn and understand is that when they build muscle, the extra weight they may be carrying is much easier to shed. Science has shown that indeed, muscle burns much more calories than fat. So, what does that mean for you and me?

Weight Training and Muscles, Not Just For Men Anymore!

Simply put, two women of the same height and weight can have very different physiques based on the amount of lean muscle each has. For example, Claire may be five feet, three inches, one hundred and thirty pounds, and have poor muscle tone. Her friend Sue may be the same height and weight but have strong, defined muscles. It is very likely that Sue will be thinner than Claire. Of course, this is a simple analogy, and many other factors such as body shape, medical conditions, etc. may play into the actual results.

Clearly, it is in the best interest of not only men but also women to work on building healthy muscle tone, and the message is getting out. So, how can this best be achieved?

Obviously, weight training is recommended. This doesn't mean that women need to be bench pressing hundreds of pounds, or putting themselves through workouts that Rocky would be proud of. A good weight training routine can be done at home, with small, simple weights, and there are many books and DVD's that will help with training routines. Today's gyms, for those who prefer to use professional grade equipment, offer weight training circuit sets, along with a wide variety of machines that are designed to build muscle.

Weight training is the first step, but should be combined with proper diet for maximum results. A diet high in protein and low in carbohydrates, fats, and sugars is recommended. Many women have found that fad diets which exclude all carbohydrates, leaving a menu based on meat, eggs, and dairy, are not only unhealthy but unrealistic. So, what's a girl to do?

A very good choice, and one that helps both women and men to lose weight without making drastic changes to their eating habits, is the daily use of meal replacement shakes that are high in protein and low in carbohydrates, fats, and sugars. Most nutritionists agree that a healthy diet consists of five small meals a day, rather than three larger meals. Given this recommendation, it's important to realize that a healthy diet that incorporates so called meal replacement shakes is not a liquid only diet.

When used properly, protein shakes should be consumed twice a day, not as replacements for breakfast, lunch, or dinner but instead, in between breakfast and lunch and again between lunch and dinner. The protein and other nutrients found in the shake will help you to feel more full, which will in turn reduce caloric intake during the other meals. And of course, this is a great way to ensure that your body gets the protein which is necessary for proper muscle development and growth.

So, if you're tired of the way you feel and look, get off the couch, make a few tweaks to your diet, and get into a weight training program. Who knows, your future just may be longer, happier, and healthier for it!

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Buying Gifts For Awkward Men

I think if there is one thing that tortures all women it Christmas when we are expected to find the perfect gift for everyone we know! By far the worst people to buy for, at least in my humble opinion, are men.

When you ask them what they'd like they just shrug and say nothing. We can fall back on the old faithful like socks, slippers, alcohol and underwear but do we really want to do that?

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My husband laughs at me and the level of consideration I put into every gift I buy. I believe that when it comes to giving a gift it's a time to show someone special how much you love them, how much you appreciate them and how ell you know them. This doesn't mean that the gift must be expensive, in fact some of the most personal gifts I have given, or received for that matter, have been some of the cheapest.

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My wedding is the perfect example. We received lots of expensive gifts which all very beautiful and wonderful but the one both my husband and I love the most cost less than £10. This inexpensive gift was a photo frame; I believe it cost £7.99 from Ikea. It had a very wide cardboard boarder inside the frame which was passed around our guests and signed like a guest book. This basic frame suddenly transformed into one of our most prized possessions. It holds a photo of the entire wedding party and takes pride of place in our house and will stay that way for as long as I can imagine. The thing that made the frame so special was the sentiment it conveyed, every time we look at it we see messages of love and support from everyone we care about.

I try to convey the same message in every gift I give but men just make it so hard! Then I realised we can all say at least a few things that the men in our lives like, be it golf, football, a car or hopefully the kids/grandkids. So why not take the things we know they love and change them into something unique?

This is where I found a new direction for my home based engraving business; I could cater to awkward men! I have a huge range of gifts which are suitable for men of all ages and I can engrave them with a photo of the things that really matter to them.

I have made pocket watches with the family dog on, lighters with football logos on, poker chips with children on and much more. But to me the thing I have really made is women who know of my shops lives easier. They no longer have to hunt for hours or try to squeeze an answer out of their men. They can take what they know about the man in their lives and create a truly unique gift perfectly suited to them.

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Dating and Relationship Tips for Today's Smart Men

Dating Women. Relating to women. They are beautiful, gorgeous, and wonderfully feminine. But how can I get one to like me? Is that what you think sometimes? How on earth does a guy figure them out? If I say one thing, she may cry. If I say something else she may throw her shoe at me. How do I score with a foxy lady?

You have probably heard about the ton of female dating books out there and advice that gives women all kind of unfair advantages over men. Well here is something just for you men that would like to make a positive impression and possibly win the heart of a woman. We are going to start with tips and tools men can use immediately to connect with women on dates and in relationships that will follow.

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Let's start with these three tips:

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1. Chivalry in dating is not dead. No matter what some say. It is alive and well. There are a few feminists who would become irate if a man holds open the door or pulls out a chair for the girl, but the majority of women appreciate gestures more than you can imagine. It makes them feel cherished and special.

2. Avoid strange tics and behaviors. If you are someone who has an odd little behavior, like tapping your fingers relentlessly on the table, you should really try and control it, particularly on the first few dates! Not that a woman won't want you because of a tic after she got to know you over time, but you might annoy her initially.

3. When you are going to pick her up for a date, consider picking up a little something special. It doesn't have to cost a fortune, but women love romance. While something like flowers might seem clichéd, it is still romantic that very few women would be offended. If you don't like the traditional roses, try picking out something different, modern with a romantic twist. Choose a pretty plant or some other flower. I am sure she would like it and appreciate it.

There are so many nice and thoughtful things you can do to impress a woman; use you imagination and get the ball rolling.

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Kara Oh's, Men Made Easy - Review

Finally after searching for the perfect guide for women that'll explain the inner workings of the male mind I located an illuminating new book about men by Kara Oh entitled Men Made Easy. This informative text reveals the key to increasing intimacy with a man. It shows women how to build more fulfilling connections with men and learning how to get more of what they want and need from their man.

Men Made Easy: How to Get What You Want From Your Man details the path to maintaining your individual identity while still making room to create a rewarding relationship.

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It is perfectly suitable for women who are going through difficulties with the particulars of relationships with men.

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The information explored is in easy to understand language that allows the reader access to approaches that have worked for the author and many others.

It clearly illustrates what a man really wants, deciphering his behavior, and allowing you to figure out what he wants. It can also help you to better assess any new men you might encounter.

I was quite surprised by some of the information as I read about how the male mind typically operates while in a relationship and how men relate to women.

The chapter in Kara Oh's Men Made Easy book, "Why Men Crave Intimacy More Than Women Do," was also particularly intriguing to me, as it regards a man's true need for intimacy in his relationships in much the same way a woman needs intimacy.

It also exposes the commonly believed not true about men that many women have while explaining why they are incorrect and sharing revealing the facts.

Another topic of examination in Oh's book is it helps to frame effective communication to be sure that your partner pays attention and truly comprehends what you are saying

Here are some of the highlights that you'll find explored in this manual:

- Twelve strategies to aid in securing the things that are needed and wanted in a relationship.

- Learn how you can move your relationship toward trust and gain commitment from your man. Conversely, when he is reticent to commit, you'll know why.

* What makes your partner work hard to please you and provide you with what you need.

- Methods to build on your strength and use your power within your relationship.

- Ways to incorporate and utilize your strength in the relationship.

- Dealing with defense mechanisms in a man.

* And there's plenty more, priceless insight.

There are also several handy extra bonuses which will support your efforts in fully understanding your man. This is the guide that you definitely want to get a hold of.

This is sure to help you understand the ways in which you could be unknowingly sabotaging your own relationships, and makes building a fulfilling, intimate relationship with your man a wonderful experience that is sure to provide both of you what's necessary to be happy.

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3 Leg Training Exercises For Skiers

As a Personal Trainer for the past decade, I've spent a good amount of time attempting to design the best ski workout for men and women.

Normally, when I'm contacted by someone interested in getting ready to hit the powder, I ask them about their current leg training exercises, core training exercises, flexibility exercise program, and any injuries they may have.

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Most of the time, the exercises they are doing are actually increasing their risk of injury.

3 Leg Training Exercises For Skiers

Exercises like wall sits and endless crunches need to be put on the shelf. They may aggravate joint pain (especially in the knees and lower back) and may hinder your ability to recruit and activate the right muscles that will help you ski without aches and pains.

To help you prepare for your next ski trip, I'm including 3 leg training exercises for skiers. I've taken these exercises directly from my Off-Season Ski Program, a fitness e-book download appropriate for men and women of any age.

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Ski Exercise #1 - Walking Lunges

There's nothing too fancy about this one (we get to those later), but it is an important leg training exercise for recruiting the muscle fibers of the quads, glutes, and hamstrings.

The stronger these 3 muscle groups are, the easier it will be for you to cushion your landings and hold your skiing posture for longer periods of time.

The walking lunge will be performed by taking a large step forward and reaching toward your sneaker.

Take special care that your front knee does not move forward beyond the plane of your toes.

As many of you will have various ranges of motion and mobility, only drop as low as is comfortable for you.

Ski Exercise #2 - Lateral Leaps

The lateral leap exercise helps with strengthening the outside of the hip and forcing you to practice cushioning your landings as you move from side-to-side.

Level 1 will be performed by starting off in a balance position while in a slight crouch while on the outside leg. Take a large step out to the side, shift your weight to that foot, secure your balance and repeat.

In Level 2 you'll leap from side-to-side rather than stepping.

Ski Exercise #3 - Skier (Runner) Stretch

This is a stretch often used by runners, but is part of the secret to being able to enjoy skiing for more than just one full day.

The focus here is on the mobility of your hip. The better movement you have here, the less stress there will be on your lower back and lower back muscles.

Start this stretch from a kneeling position.

Take one big step up bringing your foot outside the hands.

Slide your opposite knee back and then slowly lower your elbow close to your ankle.

How to Use Your Ski Exercises In Your Fitness Program

Remember, if you're not currently engaged in a fitness program, you should consult your physician before starting one. If you're "cleared for takeoff", then you'll want to include these lower body exercises and stretches at least twice per week.

Be sure to start long before your ski trip so that you'll actually be able to enjoy the benefits of your hard work in the gym (or at home).

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Dating Advice Book - 3 Things to Look For in a Dating Advice Book

With all the dating advice books out there these days, it's hard to know which one will be the right one for you. After all, everyone has their own personality, and wants to attract a different type of mate, right?

The thing about dating advice is, it really matters who you get it from. For example, if you're looking to attract a fulfilling relationship, you don't necessarily want to be reading advice on how to become a pickup artist. It just won't be congruent with the type of relationship you're trying to attract.

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Here are 3 things you should look for in a dating advice book. This goes for men and women alike.

Dating Advice Book - 3 Things to Look For in a Dating Advice Book

1. First things first, it should target your exact desires. Read the back cover or the sales page. Does it speak to you? Will it solve the specific problems you have? If your problem is meeting women (or men), you don't want a book on how to keep a relationship. You want a book that will help you with your specific problems.

2. Is the author an expert, or just someone who felt like writing a book on dating? I've read a lot of dating books in my time, and I can tell you first hand that you're going to get a lot more out of the experts than you are from Sally who wrote "how to make a man fall in love and want to marry you in 6 months or less". Maybe this one is common sense, but look up the author. What do others have to say about him or her?

3. Does it have actionable advice? You don't want a book thats just full of psycho babble you won't understand. Sure, it's good to know some things, but some books are just flat out confusing. You want a book that says, "try this", not "try to understand this".

I think reading a good dating advice book is really important for everyone, because dating is something that can be a great experience or a great headache, and dating and attracting the opposite sex isn't something that comes easily to everyone.

So go out there, and get a good one...you'll be glad you did.

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This Stuff of Which Men and Dreams Are Made

What Think Ye of Men, Dreams and Healing?

The voice mail message was tired, distant, drained, depressed. Something about the sound and tone "made" me not want to return the call or feel what I felt (His tone "touched" my own stuff, my issues that I wanted to deny/ignore, my shadow.). The caller said his girlfriend encouraged him to "get some help." (If I had a penny for every time I heard some version of that from a man!!)

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Douglas (names and other facts changed to preserve privacy) said he had seen me as a client years ago, when he "was 12 years old or so...for just a few sessions, and we did that sand box thing, where you let me make all kinds of things, like forts and castles and monsters...". Now in his 20's, he said he "looked for me all over" and finally found my number. He was "in a dead-end job", full of anguish and pain and without purpose.

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He worked hard to "get some help", desperate, hurting, lost...courageous.

We worked together for nearly two years, his choice this time. This was not his prescription drug dependent mother's choice or his girlfriend's push (she dumped him several months into the counseling) or his father's neglect. Douglas looked into this thing called soul work, intent to figure out why he had been so depressed his "whole life", how to change himself and stop repeating his pattern of wounded relationships.

A year or so into the work, Douglas had the following recurring dream...night, after night, after night. It haunted, disturbed, distressed, and depressed him. He wanted, willed and prayed for it to stop. Yet, his dream maker refused.

I am sitting at a table in my former girlfriend's parent's home... they are talking to me, telling me that we can work this out... that we can solve our problems... I am confused... I want to fix this... I wake up.

Douglas was painfully mystified. "I am done", he says. "I honestly do not want her back. I do not believe the relationship was as good as I had thought and I am healthier to not be in it, but why do I keep having this dream?"

We spent much time on this "strange, up-side down dream". If what Douglas said was true (and I believed him), why this strange, yearning for the opposites in the dream?

Exactly. That was the point! Douglas' dream maker was trying to get his attention so he could deeply heal. His past relationship was over, yet it represented for him his unresolved grief over all his lost loves. Douglas, often would reach out to his mother, his father, and others to "be better this time"; to try again to please them with the secret hope that, at last, "they would be there for me." If he would only try again, and again, and again, like a bad dream.

Suddenly, Douglas blurted out, laughing: "It is like my dream is trying to trick me!" Absolutely! The age-old dream trickster comes to Douglas' rescue! Not to torment Douglas, not to shame him, but to "shock" him into changing himself, his patterns, his life (Douglas has a very smart dream maker! And YOU do too!!).

The dream maker, yearning for Douglas to move toward health and wholeness, used a trick as old as the dream book itself to spiritually "trick" Douglas to realize the futility of chasing an illusion to get something which only he can now give himself. Something his wounded family or wounded relationships couldn't give him, whether he was 12, 6, or 21. Douglas, after futility, gives himself grace, freedom, and the peace of healthy self-love.

What happened? Douglas, during his spiritual counseling experience eventually landed a new job working with "lost kids", started a vigorous exercise program and reduced significantly his life-long depression and anxiety.

Here is an invitation for men for healing and growth through dreams.

An Exercise for Healing and Growth:

1) Each night prior to sleep, sit on the edge of your bed and, in a moment of quiet reflection, ask your maker of dreams to give you a dream. Relax, it is not important that you force yourself to remember your dreams completely, all at once or even a little. Relax. You will remember as you need. Be gently curious and keep a pen and paper pad nearby. Do this every night prior to sleep for a while, like a week or a month. Keep notes about even the slightest hints of dreams, like feelings, memories of dreams, "snatches and fragments".

2) If you have a trusted friend who will not judge you, ask him (or her) to hear your dream(s). Ask that person to "borrow" your dream and talk about it as if it were HIS/HER dream, not yours. I know it's crazy, but it works! You just listen to your '"friendly borrower of your dreams" and let the dream speak to you. You may get an "aha!" by just listening, which may mean that you have found one of the dream's meanings for you. Plus, the "borrower" will have shared his/her soul with you. Win/win!

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Wedding Gift For Him

A wedding gift for the groom should be memorable, special, touching and unique. For a memento you could present the groom with a wedding guest book platter, wedding picture frame, signature frame kit, signature photo quilt, family tree platter, custom wedding figures, personalized photo pillows, family portrait platter, personalized house picture, the book, "Recipe for Happy Marriage", an executive jewelry box, or a "soul mate" glass block to proclaim your undying love for your soon to be husband.

Another wonderful gift for the proud groom is a watercolor painting of his favorite place. A framed photo of the engagement party or a special occasion that the bride and groom celebrated will also be cherished. These two gifts will surely stand out among the rest as being unique and will be displayed for years to come.

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Personalized gifts are always special. A personalized briefcase or portfolio is a handsome gift that is functional as well. A love poem on parchment paper and classically framed will perhaps take center stage in his office, or a sterling silver frog with a crowned head inscribed, "you are my prince" could make a great conversation piece.

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If the groom is a technology buff, an electronic organizer or MP3 player is sure to please. The standard gift of a wrist watch, shirt, wallet or camera is a safe bet, or a personalized gift like an initialized bathrobe with a fine bottle of wine would be very special. Finally, if you'd like to give a truly "out of this world" gift, give the lucky groom a star through the Adopt A Star program. He'll receive a certificate with the name of his star on it that can be framed for his office or home.

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Why Men Need Image Consultants Too

As an image consultant the vast majority of my clients are women. When it comes to looking good, why is it that most men don't think of getting advice from an image consultant? My guess is that most men don't think they get their look right all the time but are too shy, embarrassed or proud to ask for help. They seem to think that colour analysis and style consultations are only for women.

Most men probably struggle with what suits them best when shopping. Often they have events to attend but they don't know what will be suitable to wear. Sometimes their dress sense lets them down at work and despite having the necessary qualifications and experience for a promotion they get overlooked whilst someone who looks the part gets the job. Even at corporate events where men get the opportunity to attend image workshops, they often choose different options given the chance.

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So let's dispel the myth: colour and style consultations are for everyone! What would a man gain from some image advice for himself?

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Colour

Firstly, he would learn about the colours that would suit him best - the colours that would make a great first impression whether at a job interview or in a social environment (e.g. wine bar, club, ...). Men, just as much as women, need to know which colours will make them look young, fit and healthy and which will be draining. They may need to learn how to use colour to make themselves look more professional, authoritative or approachable, depending on the circumstances they find themselves in.

Men should not be afraid that an image consultant is going to force them into shocking pink. Everyone can wear a wide range of colours and an image consultant can help men to decide which ones will be most appropriate for their situation and which they will feel most comfortable in. There are plenty of neutrals such as black, brown, grey, pewter, navy, white and cream which will form the basis of most men's wardrobes, and other colours can be added in small amounts!

Style

Style is very important for men, and although a lot more simple that style for women, it is important that a man understands his body shape and how to dress it well. He needs to find out which cut of suit will work best for him and how to look for proper fit. He also needs to understand which sorts of fabrics will work well on his body. Although most men will need a suit at some point, if his lifestyle and work are not formal, he will need to think about other options that are appropriate for him. A man's style personality will determine what he's most comfortable in and this will help him choose clothes that suit him best. A man also needs to understand his proportions and scale to ensure his overall look is balanced and in proportion. At a style consultation he would also learn about grooming and finishing touches.

So, men should not be afraid to seek help on matters of image. The men that are "brave" enough usually find that their clothes shopping becomes much quicker and easier. They also find that they feel much more confident with their look at work and play!

To find out more about image for men or to improve your business image book a consultation with an image consultant.

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