Guide To Computer Dating Services

Computer Dating

It may surprise you to discover that the first computer dating services sprang up in the 1960s (the first was in 1957), long before the age of the internet. Back then, these computerized matchmakers relied on exhaustive profiles put together in each dating company's offices. Later on, these may have included extra features like videotaped interviews or messages to be shared with matches that were interested.

For their time, such services were on the technological cutting-edge. Imagine how advanced it seemed back before the web came along: everybody answered the same series of questions, those were in turned into a huge computer, then the computer went to work and after making all kinds of computations it spat out a list of those who were likely to be the most compatible with each other. It was magic...for its time.

While it may have seemed advanced and mysterious, the reality is that most such computer dating services used relatively simple matching formulas. Perhaps without a majority of the questions really mattering at all, but rather added to make things look more thorough. The computer was the gimmick that brought people in. After all, a computer doesn't let emotions cloud its judgment. It just uses logic. Of course, it's easy to look back with a sort of comical reverence at these early attempts of electronic matchmaking. Especially now that almost everybody has access to a computer with an internet connection.

So how did those old computer dating services evolve? Today they most frequently take the form of web based dating services. Chances are that you have heard of a few of these, as they are nationally advertised. At first glance, these modern incarnations seem to make the same claims, and to be run in a similar manner. But there are differences. For one thing, in the "old days" you would have to go to the offices of the computer dating service to fill out there questionnaire, but now you can do it online, right from the comfort of your own home; whenever it is most convenient for you..

However, the differences between the old and new go beyond convenience. The matching process is now much more sophisticated than it used to be. This is due not only to advances in computing power and better algorithms, but also to customer expectations. People today don't view computer dating as a novelty, they expect results in the form of meeting people that are compatible with themselves.

In the physical, offline world, new relationships often begin with introductions through mutual friends and acquaintances. This will usually lead to a few chats on the telephone, or worse...the dreaded blind date. Followed up with a series of phone calls until the two people involved are comfortable with one another. Online dating is different. It begins with filling out a profile which the dating service will use to narrow your field of potential matches. The next step isn't a blind date, but rather a bunch of e-mails, instant messages or video chats. All of these things are done before you ever meet face to face. But keep in mind that computer dating services can only go so far; it will be up to you to build the actual relationship.

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Space In a Relationship- Good - Bad - Indifferent

Relationship Space

Space in a relationship is often a critical issue, many times making or breaking the partnership. While some people need a good deal of space, others prefer to be around their partner all the time, and do everything with him or her.

If you and your partner have similar space requirements, things should go very smoothly. But if there is a big gap in that department, it can set you up for many arguments and a good deal of hurt. It's also important to note that space requirements can change as the relationship evolves.

In the early stages, it is pretty normal for two people to want to spend a lot of time together. As the relationship gets more into the long-term, you might like to have a night out with pals, or join some activity that your partner doesn't necessarily enjoy.

The conflict can start to arise when one party decides that he or she would now like a little more space since you've been together for a while, but the other party still wants to spend the majority of his or her time with his/her partner. This can make the latter feel rejected, and insulted, which can actually make him or her get even more clingy and resentful of the space you are requesting.

When it comes to this, it's hard to find a good compromise. As one person becomes more insistent of having space in a relationship, the other begins to feel threatened, and possibly thinks that his or her partner has fallen out of love, or is with someone else, or just prefers to spend time with his or her friends. As with anything, communication is the key to resolving this kind of issue.

If you are the person who needs a lot of space, make sure that you also tell your partner how much you love him/her and how much you like to spend time with him/her. Tell them that the space has nothing to do with any negative feelings towards him or her. It's just a part of your personality.

If you are the person who doesn't particularly want to ever be too far away from your partner, you can also express this to him or her. But you may also try going out for a night with friends while your partner is out with his or hers. Whatever you decide to do, do not sit at home or do nothing when your partner is out with friends or fishing on his own.
And, no matter how you feel, you will need to accept the fact that your partner needs space in order for your relationship to work. If you can't accept it, you may need to go elsewhere. This goes for the space-seeker as well. If you do not like the fact that your partner requires too much time of you, then it may be time to re-evaluate the relationship.

Take a look at your space in a relationship and where you are at in the space spectrum.
    

secret relationships -fun or disaster

Secret Relationships - Fun Or Disaster



Secret relationships seems to offer mystery and appeal at first. But are they really all they're cracked up to be? There are two types of these kings of relationships: those that are secret to your current spouse or partner, and those that are secret to others in your life because you are not currently in a "public" relationship.

The reasons for keeping a relationship secret when you are already with someone are obvious. This might be fun for a while, but it usually turns out to be no fun at all, and many people will get hurt.

Why, you may ask, would someone want to carry on with secret relationships even if he or she is not currently involved in another relationship? A lot of times it has to do with wanting to avoid the disapproval of parents, relatives, and friends. This should actually make you think about why they may disapprove. Should you take another look at your secret partner through their eyes? On the other hand, if you really don't care what they think, and you don't agree with them, why would you go to lengths to keep the relationship secret?

Also, while it may not appear to be this way, most parents and others who are close to you just generally want you to be happy. They will do what it takes to protect you, but if there is some reason that you need to be protected from whoever you are involved with, then you should really not get involved in the first place. This does all have to do with the mystery and intrigue of it all too. Sometimes a little danger makes things more exciting, but can you carry on a relationship like that?

Keeping your partner a secret can really become a burden after a while, and you may decide to throw in the towel and just introduce him or her to everyone and take what comes your way. After you've made this step, go ahead and ask your family and friends what they think about everything. Be prepared to accept negative comments -- after all, you've kept the relationship secret for a while. But you may be surprised by what they say. And it could be that the only negative thing they have to say is that you shouldn't have been so secretive.

Now it's your turn to access the situation. What is it that made you want to keep your relationship a secret? Were you embarrassed by something about your partner? Or are you so possessive that introducing your partner to other friends would make you feel insecure about the two of you? These are not good reasons to keep a relationship secret. Sooner or later, you will have to face up to facts and how healthy the situation is. Secret relationships can start out fun, but they don't often end up that way.

CAN A RELATIONSHIP OF DIFFERENT INCOME LEVEL WORK?

 

 Money And Relationships

Any relationships will work depending on the maturity, honesty; self-awareness; trust; respect; and can communicate with one another and are willing to seek and accept advice from elders. If the couple’s determination is to make their goal of marriage last a lifetime, it can work if they follow some suggestions.

Having these qualities are all very admirable but the environment plays an important factor for the individual. The environments are the future in-laws; his education; friends at work, family friends, school friends; acquaintances; and his family background. The environment is the most influential factor for a person who does not know how to identify or analyze problems.

The couple should understand the concern of the environment which are: the in-laws; trusted friends and family friends. They should hear all the pros and cons of their advice because they know their character; attitudes and sincerity of the person. The couple should try to analyze; comprehend all the advices given to them as marriage is a union of two different personalities with different attitudes; upbringing and family background. One can just not rely on 100% emotion. The elders or more mature members of the family are more experienced in the situation of marriage and know what married life is. Life is full of trials, problems; happy moments, disappointments; heart breaks; and one must know how to deal; mend and improve the situation. When going into any relationship their goal is marriage. The couple must always think ahead and communicate on financial situations; children; family; and work. Never leave this topic for last or when married already. You may have a problem and would not know how to handle it as for pride anger and hatred has consumed the both of you.

The couple must realize that coming from different income levels can or may not cause a problem depending how sincere is their intention and commitment to one another. First of all each one of them must check out what made them fall for each other.  The couples must list down what qualities they admire and want of each other and at the same time list down the not good qualities each have. They also must do another list of what their expectations are in finances; children; schooling of children; medical of themselves and children and if they have to support any of their parent’s , sisters or brother; doing chores in the house; friends; where to live; and expenses. Each one of them must be sincerely honest of themselves in doing this before marriage. The couple must not be ashamed or embarrassed to express their feelings on these topics as these are the reality of life which can make or break their relationship and marriage.

Couples should never jump into a decision of marriage without asking for advice from more mature family members that have experienced more of life; communicating with each other on topics of finances; children, and obligations to be done when getting married. Relationships must be based also in understanding; honesty; trust; recognize each other’s shortcoming and know how to remove or improve to become a better you; and accepting faults. The couple must always look inside themselves for enlightenment and discernment for their relationship and future marriage to last. No matter how mature or how old the couples are, they should always ask for advice from those they trust who have known each one of them since birth and as grown-ups. They have a lot to learn of what are the pains and the happy moments of married life. Love and romance is a wonderful feeling but one must know how to nurture it constantly to last a lifetime.

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How To Keep Peace In The Family

Avoid Petty Fights Among Family Members

Little fights are expected in a family. Any family, big or small, will go through disputes especially when the children hit adolescence. They will be spending more time with peers than at home. Many adolescents are at war with their parents. They seek freedom while their parents try to control them. A family with a bunch of children will be quarreling over space and attention. They will be competing against each other on the phone or the car. On the other hand, an only child can be in a heated argument with parents regarding grades or curfew.

Reasons for fighting among family members can be numerous. It is easy to be irritated and affected with someone’s mannerisms or comments. Fighting over who should do the dishes or who should have the TV remote control is cliché. Yet, these fights happen in almost every household. Fortunately, fights can be easily avoided. Do not allow petty matters to destroy your relationship with your siblings or parents. There’s more to a family than beating one another to the shower or fighting over who should have the car for the weekend. Little fights can become one big crack that will eventually break this team. Learn to be more understanding and giving. It won’t hurt you to step down.

Discourage competition among family members. Instead, foster cooperation by making a schedule for everyone like how long one should use the computer, talk on the phone, whose turn it is to use the car, who is supposed to do the dishes this week and such. Everyone should have equal share. Envy breeds insecurity and distrust. Everyone should learn to respect each other’s turn, even the youngest member’s schedule. Be patient when you don’t see improvement right away. Fights are normal and should be considered as an obstacle to overcome. Winning this obstacle will make your family more solid and more united.  

 

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Space In a Relationship- Good - Bad - Indifferent

Relationship Space

Space in a relationship is often a critical issue, many times making or breaking the partnership. While some people need a good deal of space, others prefer to be around their partner all the time, and do everything with him or her.

If you and your partner have similar space requirements, things should go very smoothly. But if there is a big gap in that department, it can set you up for many arguments and a good deal of hurt. It's also important to note that space requirements can change as the relationship evolves.

In the early stages, it is pretty normal for two people to want to spend a lot of time together. As the relationship gets more into the long-term, you might like to have a night out with pals, or join some activity that your partner doesn't necessarily enjoy.

The conflict can start to arise when one party decides that he or she would now like a little more space since you've been together for a while, but the other party still wants to spend the majority of his or her time with his/her partner. This can make the latter feel rejected, and insulted, which can actually make him or her get even more clingy and resentful of the space you are requesting.

When it comes to this, it's hard to find a good compromise. As one person becomes more insistent of having space in a relationship, the other begins to feel threatened, and possibly thinks that his or her partner has fallen out of love, or is with someone else, or just prefers to spend time with his or her friends. As with anything, communication is the key to resolving this kind of issue.

If you are the person who needs a lot of space, make sure that you also tell your partner how much you love him/her and how much you like to spend time with him/her. Tell them that the space has nothing to do with any negative feelings towards him or her. It's just a part of your personality.

If you are the person who doesn't particularly want to ever be too far away from your partner, you can also express this to him or her. But you may also try going out for a night with friends while your partner is out with his or hers. Whatever you decide to do, do not sit at home or do nothing when your partner is out with friends or fishing on his own.
And, no matter how you feel, you will need to accept the fact that your partner needs space in order for your relationship to work. If you can't accept it, you may need to go elsewhere. This goes for the space-seeker as well. If you do not like the fact that your partner requires too much time of you, then it may be time to re-evaluate the relationship.

Take a look at your space in a relationship and where you are at in the space spectrum.
    

How To Keep Peace In The Family

Avoid Petty Fights Among Family Members

Little fights are expected in a family. Any family, big or small, will go through disputes especially when the children hit adolescence. They will be spending more time with peers than at home. Many adolescents are at war with their parents. They seek freedom while their parents try to control them. A family with a bunch of children will be quarreling over space and attention. They will be competing against each other on the phone or the car. On the other hand, an only child can be in a heated argument with parents regarding grades or curfew.

Reasons for fighting among family members can be numerous. It is easy to be irritated and affected with someone’s mannerisms or comments. Fighting over who should do the dishes or who should have the TV remote control is cliché. Yet, these fights happen in almost every household. Fortunately, fights can be easily avoided. Do not allow petty matters to destroy your relationship with your siblings or parents. There’s more to a family than beating one another to the shower or fighting over who should have the car for the weekend. Little fights can become one big crack that will eventually break this team. Learn to be more understanding and giving. It won’t hurt you to step down.

Discourage competition among family members. Instead, foster cooperation by making a schedule for everyone like how long one should use the computer, talk on the phone, whose turn it is to use the car, who is supposed to do the dishes this week and such. Everyone should have equal share. Envy breeds insecurity and distrust. Everyone should learn to respect each other’s turn, even the youngest member’s schedule. Be patient when you don’t see improvement right away. Fights are normal and should be considered as an obstacle to overcome. Winning this obstacle will make your family more solid and more united.  

 

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Why Yogurt Is Good For You

Yogurts Benefits: Exposed

Have you noticed that in the recent years, there has been a significant increase of yogurt supplies in the supermarket? Aside from that, there are many other products that incorporate yogurt as their ingredients. There are simple yogurts, yogurts with fruit toppings and even yogurt drinks and shakes. The advertisement for those products has significantly increased as well. Why? This is because a lot of people want to benefit from the good effects of yogurt consumption.

Yogurts are just simply a cream or milk which has been cultured using active live cultures wherein such cultures are the key to the different health benefits of yogurts.  The live cultures are good bacteria which is responsible in improving the body functions of an individual. Having said that, let’s find out how these good bacteria can be of great help for us.

1) Improved Digestion. Since yogurts have active cultures then, this will be very helpful in helping different gastrointestinal conditions such as constipation, colon cancer. Diarrhea, H. pylori infection, inflammatory bowel disease and lactose intolerance.

 

2)    Reduced Vaginal Infection. For women with diabetes, it has been found out that a common problem for them is to have yeast vaginal infection or Candida. However, there has been some studies where the women were given 6 ounces of yogurt (some with active culture while others don’t have) per day and there was a very significant decreased in vaginal yeast infection for those who had eaten the yogurt with active culture while no change for those yogurt without active culture.

3)    Stronger Bones. Yogurts came from milk; it is rich with calcium as well. Thus, it aids on keeping the bones stronger. In addition to that, many yogurts are also produced with Vitamin D. From the different researches it has been found out that the combination of Vitamin D and calcium help in preventing the dreadful osteoporosis, bone density loss and other bone related diseases.

4)    Reduced High Blood Pressure Risk. It has been found out by recent researches that low-fat dairy diets are very good in reducing the risk of high blood pressure wherein most of those who participated in such programs use milk, therefore, they have inferred that the same results and conclusion can be applied to yogurt consumption.

5)     Weight Loss. Yogurt is not the one really responsible for weight loss; however, eating yogurt can be very helpful to lose weight because there is a sense of fullness after consuming yogurt. Thus, the person who eats yogurt will usually eat less on the next meal or he or she will not have a frequent in between snacks since he or she will not become hungry as easily.

Aside from those things mentioned, there are still a lot more benefits of yogurt to the body - like boosting the immune system and more. Also, yogurts are very rich source of protein, riboflavin and vitamin B 12 as well. Thus, including yogurt on the daily food diet of an individual will be very helpful to stay strong and healthy for many years.

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How Not To Be The Cause of Delay In The Workplace

Workplace  Delay

When you work in an office setting, there is one big mistake that can immediately cause failure: leaving for the next day what can be done instantly. Every single paper that reaches your desk needs to be dealt with immediately. If it is not intended for you then you must pass it on to the appropriate department. If it is directed towards your activity, give it the proper attention it deserves. Any delay can cause a waste of time and money. If your work is done efficiently then other departments that are linked with yours will also show an increase in productivity.

Several businesses require the attention of different papers. They can be official or not but 90% of them might be important. When their numbers increase the first action taken might not be the proper one. This translates in the fact that when a person needs to read more, he or she tends to skip more information.

Another important aspect appears when talking about image. Quickness in action can only add positives to how other businesses see your company. Unnecessary delays will surely cause a decrease in your company's popularity and image. The serious office is the one whose people deal with all the paperwork as soon as they appear.

Don't brew papers on your desk. Organization is a key aspect of efficiency. Any employee that is organized will be preferred when compared with one that is not. By acting on tasks as and when they come, you make your job easier. If you need a secretary to deal with your paperwork, see if you can get one, even if it's on a temporary basis. Your secretary can help organize all the papers you need, contact key individuals and help out with all that needs attention.

If you are an employee, you must avoid being the cause of delay. Failure will lead to unpleasant situations for yourself and your company.

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Purchasing The Right Equipment For an Effective Home Gym

 

Gym Equipment for Home Exercise

Healthy individuals know that without proper physical and mental exercise, a healthy body and mind cannot be successfully maintained. Exercise is an important part of daily life and is necessary to keeping the body fit and healthy. Being healthy is essential to success in daily tasks at home or at work. Regular exercise also promotes a positive mood, assists in stress management, and keeps bones strong and healthy. It is necessary to have a regularly scheduled exercise routine that works all parts of the body and keeps weight under control, so work out and be fit!

There are many convenient ways to exercise. Some individuals prefer the atmosphere at a local health club or fitness center, but others prefer to exercise at home. For an effective home gym, investing in the right type of exercise equipment is the key to making an exercise routine enjoyable and productive. Before investing in any exercise equipment, you should perform extensive research to ensure that you make a purchase that is wise and that the equipment meets your needs.

Exercise equipment comes in two types -- aerobic and anaerobic.� Aerobic equipment exercises the cardiovascular system by raising the heart rate. Some of the equipment that is available in the aerobic category is treadmills, stepping machines, rowing machines, and cross-trainers. Anaerobic equipment is used to increase and/or maintain muscles and strength. Equipment that may be used for anaerobic exercises includes barbells, dumbbells, free weights, and cable machines.

In addition to strong muscles, bones, and sustained strength, an exercise program that includes both aerobic and anaerobic exercises is considered desirable for a healthy cardiovascular system.� Aerobic exercises have the added benefit of assisting your body’s metabolism by burning calories. Fitness experts advise that scheduling aerobic and anaerobic exercises for different days allows you not only to concentrate on a certain exercise but give your body time to rest and recover between sessions. Scheduling exercise in this manner can also lessen boredom with the exercise routine.

Because home exercise equipment can be very expensive, it is important that you research the quality of the exercise equipment to ensure that it will meet your exercise needs. Visit fitness clubs, gather information, advice and referrals from other experienced home fitness buffs, and shop around for the best deal on the best equipment. Additionally, check with stores that sell new, used and refurbished exercise equipment. Check your local paper for advertisements on reasonably priced exercise equipment. Find leads and network with people who may be or know others selling their own exercise equipment.

Keep in mind, too, that it is important to include a nutritional diet as part of any new health routine. Seek the advice of a physician or other licensed health care professional before beginning any new exercise plan.

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How To Create Your Happiest Moments

                                                                                            

                                                 Spend Time With Each Other

Spending time with each other is one of the best things a family can do to develop much closer relationships with one another. When you dedicate a day or time exclusively for doing things as a family unit, you strengthen family bonds and reinforce acceptance of each person as a vital part of the family.

Have Family Night- Do Things Together

Family time can be spent doing things together, regardless of how big or mundane the tasks are. It can be the whole family trying to build a new greenhouse over several weekends, painting the garage, bathing the family pet, playing game boards or preparing meals together. Family time can be Friday nights when everyone sits at the dinner table and takes turns updating everyone about his or her week.

Help Each Other Learn New Skills

Family time can also be spent teaching a family member your expertise or helping each other learn new skills. Do you have a skill you can teach to another family member? If so, teaching what you know to a younger sibling or an older family member provides great opportunity to get to know them better. The younger generation can share their computer know-how with the older members. Dad or older brother can share their knowledge of car maintenance to the others. Mom, grandma or the older sister can share and exchange recipes, cooking techniques or crafts. Older family members -- such as grandparents -- are great sources of information and knowledge. Oftentimes they possess certain skills that the younger members of the family may be interested to learn.

Create Meaningful Memories

The time spent with family is time spent well. Nothing beats being able to create meaningful memories and building better relationships with the people who matter most to you. Thomas Jefferson once said that the happiest moments of his life were those "which I have passed at home in the bosom of my family." When you spend meaningful time with your family, you create your happiest moments, too.

 
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How To Get Over Someone

Give It  Time

It would be so nice if there was a 'breakup pill'.  You could just take two before bed and the next day all you would be left with is pleasant memories but no pain.  Unfortunately there isn't such a thing and we all have to learn how to get over someone the old fashioned way: give it time.  The good news is that while you are 'giving it time' you can also be doing other things.  These things may or may not help to speed the healing process up but at the very least they will help you find other things to occupy your thoughts instead of just thinking of the pain of your breakup.

Some of these things may sound odd or flat out wrong, but in most cases they've been proven to help people move on as quickly as possible. Hey, you're in a lot of pain, what have you got to lose?  Give them a shot...

Cut Off All Communications

1. In order to move on you have to get your ex out of your life.  That means that you can't communicate with them at all anymore.  Don't call them, don't text them, don't drop by their house.  You have to send them a clear signal that it's over.  This is for your own well being, if you continue to hang on to a dead relationship you will only prolong your pain.  Better to cut all ties so that you can heal more quickly.

Don't Accept Their Calls

This applies if they try to call you too.  If they were the one to break up with you,  it can be almost impossible to not pick up the phone when you see they are calling you, but if you do , you'll just be prolonging your own pain.  It's unlikely that they are calling you to get back with you.  It's far more likely that they are a little lonely and they figure you're a sure thing so they'll just call you up and use you to relieve their own fears and uncertainties.  Just don't answer the phone.

Get Rid of Reminders of Them

2. Now that you've broken off communication with them, it's time to put away, or throw away, all of the things you have around your house that reminds you off your ex.  Again, you won't be able to move on if you're constantly being reminded of them and the good times you've shared.  Some day you may be able to look back on this relationship and remember the good times, but for right now you want to forget as much as you can so you can move on.

Don't Hook Up To Make Yourself Feel Better

3.  This one is harsh, but you have to understand that there are going to be lonely times.  If you can gear yourself up for it you may have a little easier time getting through the lonely times when they come along.  Do not hook up with someone else to help you feel better. This is a crappy thing to do.  Many people seem to have the idea that because they were hurt it's ok to go out and hurt someone else.  

Be Considerate of The Person Who Tags Along

That is complete B.S.  You have to be able to look at yourself in the mirror everyday and if you act like that it won't be easy.  Just remember that the person who hurt you is gone and that the next person that comes along had nothing to do with it.  Be a kind, decent human being and if nothing else you can always know that you acted decently which is how to get over someone.