Impact365: A mission to save ‘Dreams from the Slum’

It is easy to forget the plight of underprivileged persons, especially children. But it is not so for the Dreams from the Slum Initiative (also known as Reachout22). Dreams from the Slum was founded by 25 year-old Omoyele Isaac to bring development to less privileged children living in remote and desolate communities within the country.... Read More

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March 26, 2015

Opinion: You’re beautiful but that’s not because you’ve got a fine face

by Gabriel Olatunji When you feel less of yourself because of a defect on your body you are definitely not beautiful yet. If the reason why you take a hundred selfies in a day is to validate your own beauty, I am sorry to say that you lost it and you have not found... Read More

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April 12, 2014

6 lies told about women who have lots of sex

by Krystle Crossman Women who have a lot of sex are usually not looked at as “classy” women. They are looked down upon and called names. Yet men are able to do the same thing and they are heroes in their friends’ eyes. There are a lot of myths about women who have a lot... Read More

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March 28, 2014

4 traits that will set you apart from the pack

by Jessica Padykula Wallflowers don’t often get much attention. Sure, the shy act can attract some guys, but for the most part, if you want to find a love match and make a new relationship work, confidence really is key. 1. Decisiveness Let’s face it, a lot of women either don’t want to make decisions... Read More

March 27, 2014

12 habits of highly productive people

by Amanda L Chan Wish you wasted less time and got more done? Welcome to the club. So why is it, then, when we mean well and are focused on the task at hand, we can still manage to get bogged down by things like emails and weekly reports? The key to being productive is... Read More

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September 24, 2013

8 (surprising) things that can boost your self-esteem

by Jena Pincott Go ahead, spread some juicy gossip about someone you know. It’ll make you feel better about yourself. 1. A Slightly Sloppy Villain Read a good mystery novel for a surefire ego boost. But here’s the clincher: The case must be crackable yet still satisfying, with a reliable “Aha!” moment, found an Ohio State University... Read More

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July 17, 2013

7 reasonable reasons to take a break from social media

by Lisa Washington Have you ever thought about how social media can affect your self-esteem? Just as there are some friends with annoying status updates, there are others who can’t stop bragging about themselves. Have you ever thought about some of the convincing reasons to take a break from social media? There are millions of... Read More

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June 26, 2013

DON’T say it! 8 ‘words’ that can kill a man’s self-esteem

by Marcus Osborne All we ever want to do is make you happy. It may not always seem like it, but generally that’s where most guys’ heart lies. For most guys, the very idea of being caught in an emotionally vulnerable moment is…oh, what’s a good word? Nauseating. Literally. Yes, I absolutely mean that if offered... Read More

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June 22, 2013

7 questions he hopes you never ask

by Kschlicher The important part of having a healthy relationship is that you are both secure enough in your feelings that you want to see each other happy, no matter who you’re with or what you’re doing. Women are naturally better communicators than men and therefore tend to ask more emotional questions. However, have you ever... Read More

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June 21, 2013

8 ways to encourage yourself that will NEVER fail

by Jordin Keim You might be surprised at how having a sense of humor can get you through the darkest days. Need to know some good ways to encourage yourself? You’re not alone! Many people like to encourage themselves, especially during hard times. It always helps to have a shoulder to lean on, but whether... Read More

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June 20, 2013

10 compliments men HATE getting

by Jenna Birch Nothing says you see him as a sexy stud more than complimenting multiple facets of his manhood at once. You may think saying your husband looks cute trying to fix the lawn mower is music to his ears, but he’s hearing a different tune. Women’s words of praise can sit the wrong way... Read More

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June 18, 2013

Protesters strip down to their underwear to take a stand against ‘unrealistic’ body images (PHOTOS)

A group of protesters stripped down to their bras and underwear on Saturday outside a Victoria’s Secret store in San Francisco, California, to protest media representations of ‘perfect’ bodies. The members of About-Face, an organization promoting positive body images, wanted to send the message that women don’t need to look like super-toned and ultra-thin Victoria’s Secret... Read More

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June 14, 2013

4 behaviours that result in divorce (90 per cent of the time)

by Dave Elliott If you want your relationship to stand the test of time, it’s up to you to steer it in the direction you want it to go. In any marriage, there are a number of challenges that have the potential to wreck your relationship. However, if it’s any consolation at all, researchers have observed that there... Read More

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June 9, 2013

5 ways you can learn to trust again after infidelity

by Marina Pearson Not having trust in your own judgment will usually come from thinking that you’ve been proved wrong many times. Learning to trust someone again after an affair can be really difficult … but it’s not impossible. When my ex left me for another woman, it threw me into the depths of despair. The... Read More

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June 6, 2013

Gay parents have healthier children with better self-esteem – Study

Children with same-sex parents are healthier than those with heterosexual parents, new Australian research suggests. Children aged five to 17 who live with gay parents have ‘significantly better’ general health than those with heterosexual parents. There is also greater family cohesion in families led by same-sex parents, the research shows. Researchers at the University of... Read More

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December 13, 2012

7 ways to stand out in a crowd

From Real Buzz Walk as though you’re going somewhere specific. Even if you don’t have a clue where you’re walking to, just pretend you do. Whether you want to stand out at an interview or you’re trying to get noticed by a member of the opposite sex, it’s important to know how to make a... Read More

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December 13, 2012

5 surprising things that ruin your confidence

by Real Buzz If you’ve just had a fight with your best friend and you don’t want to ruin your confidence, it might be wise to whip up some humble pie, swallow your pride and apologise ASAP. We all strive to be confident, thinking that it will make us happier, more successful and better looking.... Read More

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November 27, 2012

Opinion: Introducing the ‘intimidating’ woman

by Dr. NerdLove But the fact of the matter remains: the prettier you are, the more likely that guys are going to have a hard time feeling comfortable approaching you. I want to introduce you to someone. She’s in her early to mid 20s. She’s smart. She’s articulate. She’s pretty damn good looking. She’s well... Read More

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