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We are what we eat – and assimilate. Sometimes what we DON’T eat (enough of), eats (away at) us.

Although what, when, and how much may vary considerably, food and eating are essential for life. Our relationship to food is among our most important – and affects most of our others. (more…)

Everything in life is a “relationship” of one kind or another. The kind of relationship(s) people often seem most interested in reading, writing, talking, thinking, and (day)dreaming about, whether they “have” one or not) tends to be “romantic” in nature. But there are MANY other relationships of significance to consider, develop, and nurture (or, at the very least, not neglect) – that affect any “romantic” relationship (with our “significant others”). (more…)

Health, happiness, and a whole lot of other things are interrelated – in more ways than many people may realize. Happy people tend to be healthier. Healthy people tend to be happier. Happy healthy people tend to have better lives. Health and happiness can come from many things. Most of all they come from within. (more…)

People’s primary relationship will, by default, always be with themselves – but most status options on forms and websites do not include or care about variations in “quality” or experience – merely the structure. To be “in” a relationship (or marriage) does not really say much about the relationship itself. (more…)

“Well-ness” is not the same as “dis-ease”, illness, or injury free. Rather than avoiding what is not desired (and measuring what we want as an absence of what we seek to be “free” of), it would be better to focus on (doing what it takes for) being healthy, well, and at ease. (more…)

Social dancing is not the same as social performing. Many social “partner” dance classes seem to emphasize patterns, footwork, and “styling” – as if they are what matters most. NONE of these are what really make a COUPLE look and feel good TOGETHER on the dance floor. What all too often is overlooked and omitted, in my opinion, is that dancing is a relationship and mainly about connection – with the music and each other (MUCH more than with whoever may be watching). (more…)

To get what you want, it really helps to to what you want – and WHY. (more…)

Most people probably don’t think of their intestines as being all that important, let alone “intelligent”, but they are (both). In fact, our intestines are often even MORE intuitive, insightful, informative, and influential than than either the heart or brain. (more…)

A man’s desire to feel “needed” (especially by a woman) has nothing to do with co-dependency (more…)

Leaving a light on is not the same as letting your own light shine. (more…)

Chips aren’t just for potatoes – and they go well with far more than just fish. The same is true for salsa. (more…)

Dancing is (the physical and emotional expression of) a relationship. (more…)

In the Game of Hands (Rock-Paper-Scissors), and open hand always beats a closed one. The same is also true for hearts, minds, and almost everything else in life. (more…)

The expression “going bananas” is from the effects of bananas on the brain.

Bananas contain three natural sugars: sucrose, fructose, and glucose combined with fiber. A banana gives an instant, sustained, and substantial boost of energy. Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world’s leading athletes.

But energy isn’t the only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet. (more…)

Partner dancing should be considered a (social) contact sport. Some dances (and/or partners) require, encourage, or allow more contact than others – but the contact is meant to improve the connection between partners – and not injure or interfere with other couples. If people drove their cars the way many seem to dance, there would be a lot less people (alive) on the road. (more…)