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Viewpoints: There's still time to specialize in happiness
Source: The Sacramento Bee

My 14-year-old has discovered the Who, courtesy of the television show "CSI." From her iTunes playlist comes the question written by Roger Daltrey and put to music by Pete Townshend way back in 1978. Whoooo are you? Who? Who? Who? Who?

What is shyness and why are we shy?

Shyness is an overwhelming feeling of unworthiness, a major obstacle to complete emotional health. It is, a sense of unease with the self, not being happy in one's skin, and a fear of interacting with others in various social situations.

6 Money Lessons from Suze Orman: Personal Power
Source: oprah.com

My street name is "the Money Lady." That's what strangers say when they stop me: "Look, it's the Money Lady!" Emphasis on money. Early in my career, they seemed to be commenting primarily on the fact that I was always popping up somewhere giving financial advice.

How do I work up the courage to ask someone out?

Many people who have confidence believe that it is not too difficult to ask someone out. It's as easy as striking up a conversation.

How does low self-esteem damage relationships? (Poll)

Low self-esteem can damage relationships because it is not a positive feel-good thing. It can be very destructive and soul-destroying.

Laid-Off Worker Creates "We've Got Time To Help" Volunteer Group
Source: KomoNews

PORTLAND, Ore. - When Seth Reams, 34, lost his job as concierge of The Louisa apartments in Northwest Portland in December, the downturn in the economy became real. He sent out more than 300 resumes. No one responded.

Youth offenders need to be taught respect and self-worth. It's time to swap prison for a liberating hike in the country |
Source: Guardian Unlimited

You don't have to be a devout reader of the Daily Mail to have concerns that there really is a problem with young people behaving badly.

How To Increase Your Self-Worth | Integrity

The best and most honest way to live is with integrity; knowing yourself, regulating how you behave, acting on what you know in your heart is right.

Season of Nonviolence 2009 | Day Three: Appreciation

February 1, 2009 "Nobody will think you're somebody if you don't think so yourself." ~ African-American proverb Day 3 - APPRECIATION

2009: Now for the Hard Part
Source: AlterNet.org

The end of 2008 was a time of "shock and awe." We are stumbling into 2009 dazed, confused and more than a little afraid. The shock will wear off. Then, we are going to find out who we are, or perhaps what we have become.

5 Tips For Dealing with Disrespectful Teenagers

Teenagers are seldom disrespectful without a reason, because every child wants to be loved and valued. They would not risk their feeling of security and inclusion for the sake of it. The following are the most common reasons for disrespect, especially when:

Lifeboat: A Newsvine Thought Game

Five people are lost at sea. They are drifting on the swells with the tangible fear that comes when you face uncertainty and possible death. They have some supplies, but not enough. The raft is pitching pretty good.

The Best 1-Minute Video Clip That I''ve Ever Seen - Truly Amazing
Source: Dr. Ben Kim .com

An amazing video clip that everyone should see, especially children. From the Campaign For Real Beauty. Very inspiring!

Devaluing the Race Card
Source: Science: Current Issue

The life of African-American middle-school students can be pretty stressful. From the moment they step into the classroom, some must contend with not only coursework but also the anxiety that performing badly might confirm negative stereotypes.

The Fame Motive
Source: The New York Times

For most of its existence, the field of psychology has ignored fame as a primary motivator of human behavior: it was considered too shallow, too culturally variable, too often mingled with other motives to be taken seriously.

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