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Monday, October 24, 2005 |
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| SOMETHING POSITIVE Treasure Box Contest Winner 10/25/05 |
Thanks to everyone who entered this week's contest in "Nugget of Truth--by Lara Davis" in the Treasure Box section of ChicBlvd.com: www.chicblvd.com/nugget_of_truth.html
It is so encouraging to hear positive news!! Below is the entry that was awarded as the winner. (She will receive some bath products from Dlishus.com).
P.S. And be sure to check out Treasure Box weekly for fun insights and chances to win each week: www.chicblvd.com/treasure_box.htm
Hi Lara,
I couldn't agree with you more! I wanted to share something positive with you that has recently happened to me since the beginning of August.. I was diagnosed with post-partum depression, and both panic & anxiety disorders. Up to that point, I had been suffering for over a year, and had no idea as to why I was feeling so down and in such a dark place in my life. Finally, I decided to go to the community clinic near my college, and see someone to get some help.
Ultimately, my decision was not based on just wanting to feel complete again, but so that I could be the best mother possible to my then 20-month old baby girl. Through all the suffering, I could definitely see the negative effects it was having on her, and I did not want to have to answer her one day as to why "Mommy was feeling bad"--I wanted her to be able to look back on her childhood and say, "She was the best then, and is the best now.."
Ever since then, I have been in therapy and been placed on an anti-depressive medicine that has worked wonders! I can happily now say that I am almost 100% myself, and that my daughter is (still) the happy(ier) [and silly-crazy] little munchkin that we all love. I know there are a lot of people that want to knock therapy as something for those "crazies who can't buck up" but you know what? Everyone goes through their dark moments, and some need some guidance to advance to a greater state than others. I too thought that only "weak crazies" needed therapy, but once I started it , I realized that it was just a terrible stereotype that society had perpetuated on all of us. And this is coming from a gung-ho chick! To be honest, I think all of us should be in therapy, and it doesn't have to be long-term and is no indicator on our sanity whatsoever-it's just nice to have someone to talk to and bounce things off of, and gain some clarity & perspective in our lives. Being insane, crazy is when you don't want to admit that you don't fit the mold and have some issues; no one is perfect.
It's hard to say what one thing is positive in my life, because that encapsulates so many aspects of what I have gone through. I guess you could say that all the events, some obviously tragic, have led up to ME becoming a more positive and solid individual, that is now doing even greater things than I have ever imagined. I thank my daughter, my best friends & family, my clinic, and therapists for being the positivity that I needed in my life.. They helped me become who I am today, and I am FOREVER thankful for that. |
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Friday, October 21, 2005 |
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| ASK ANDRE |
Here are just a few of the questions and answers from Andre, with a male perspective (www.chicblvd.com/ask_andre.html):
QUESTION:
i really like this guy at my college since nine months ago. but, i don't know why we didn't talk to each other eventhough he used to talk with my other friends. our course will over in two weeks time. and we'll never meet again. what should i do?
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talk to him. Carpe diem. (that is Latin for 'seize the day') take advanage of your situation, and get to know him if you can. BUT, do not be overly aggressive. Some guys think it is a turn off to be asked out by a girl, so just try to make casual conversation, and see if you have anything in common, good luck!
QUESTION
Guys find me really attractive but something happens the second time I see them. I know that when I first meet a guy I am a little flirty and very at ease but once we kiss, the next time I see him I think I act a little stiff. It just seems that most guys are trying to go to bed with a girl. I am very sexual but I am not into one night stands so I guess I don't know how to act after they make the first move....I don't want to seem to flirty after that but I think I am sending mixed signals. Also, how soon is too soon to sleep with a guy without giving him the idea that you are a tramp? Just for the record, people (guys included) tell me all of the time that I am a catch but lately I seem to be scaring guys off. Help!
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Its true, there are a lot of guys who are trying to go to bed with girls...its sad. I wouldn't say most...it also depends where you are meeting them. (Late at night, at bars...yeah probably.) You shouldn't be into one night stands at all, thats good that you refrain from them. Well, for me, i am waiting for marriage to have sex. So i can't answer your question of how soon it is to have sleep with someone. I KNOW that i respect and cherish girls so much more by not expecting sex when i first meet them.
I am sure you are a catch! I don't really know why you are scaring off guys...i need more specifics. You might want to tone down the firtiness. Flirtiness is a green light for guys. And if you dont want attention from some people, don't be flirty, maybe those are the mixed signals you send. If you are fliritng with a guy you have no intention of getting close to...then you ARE sending mixed signals. Guys who are sex maniacs who are looking for a one night stand, look for flirty girls, cause they think you are intersted in them. be careful who you flirt with and how much you flirt. Good luck! A
QUESTION
I just joined a gym,and my trainer is really cute.He is very nice ,paitent,and smart.He noticed that i cant look at him in the eye i just smiled,but in reality,i dont want him to know that i like him because our relationship is all buisness,but he gave me his cell# the first day and said he would come to my job to visit{never did}he asked what nights i work.im a bartender but i never seen him their yet.im getting mixed messages and dont know if i should go for it or not or just wait.im not noticing any flirting.But how can i get him to like me. thanks
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Hmm...so he said he would come visit and he hasn't? I would ask him why he hasn't, or just directly ASK him to come and see you. If he says he will, and he never shows, then he's a flake, and you don't want that. He also gave you his number right? I am kind of old fashioned and i believe the guy should call the girl..but if he gave you his number and said to call, you should. just don't sound needy. I am sure you already the cutest clothes you have for him when he trains you..right?!
QUESTION
What are the best words to tell a guy that you are not interested in him anymore without hurting his feelings. We've gone on like 8 dates and he acts like he's known me forever. Tooo fast! I was in a relationship for ten years and JUST started dating again. I want to date around!!
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Well, NO guy likes to told he doesn't spark your interest anymore. Rejection STINKS! But the reality of it is that some people are just NOT into others, and if you are not into him, then youre not...If he is moving too fast, that is one thing...tell him you need space, and you need things to move slower. If he is a legit guy, he will understand. If you really don't see a future, then break it off. Don't invest in something that will end in heart ache (for you OR him). |
| posted by ChicBlvd.com @ 9:47 PM |
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