While I was doing the chores at home and my kid was watching his favorite cartoon show, I overheard a line from Winnie the Pooh, “There’s no such thing as too much hug!” This simple line made me think of the importance of body gestures in relationships. Oftentimes I see people expressing their love through gestures which may seem insignificant and meaningless, but may have have a great impact and effect in relationships. A mother hugging her crying baby may give the baby security and comfort. A father patting the back of his child with low self-esteem may help his child to believe in himself, and encourage him to give his best. A stranger introducing himself and shaking the hand of another person may send a message of trust and commitment. A couple’s kiss may express their love, intimacy and passion. Giving a person a high five may brighten and make his day. These are just some of the many gestures we can use to express our feelings and emotions. The body is a channel and extension of our thoughts and emotions.
Each person is gifted with 5 senses, namely sight, hearing, speech, smell and touch. We use our eyes to see, our ears to hear, our lips to speak and our nose to smell. Each of the aforementioned senses is limited only to a single sense organ. But, the sense of touch is not merely limited to the fingers, but can be felt and activated in almost all areas of the body. Every area of the body is covered with receptors which are responsible for our sensation and feeling. Once a receptor is pressed and activated, it sends a message to the brain via nerves. The brain interprets the message as hard or soft, hot or cold, light or heavy, smooth or rough, etc. The sense of touch is so special compared with other senses.
According to experts, touch has psychological and pathological effects. Touching eases pain and lessens anxiety. A body message releases stress. A warm touch of a parent may boost a child’s self-esteem. Touching another person brings about medical benefits such as slowing the heart rate, dropping blood pressure and speeding recovery from illness. No wonder why both ancient and modern healers have to touch a sick person in curing a him/her. There is power in touching! These are just some of the many wonders of touch.
Touch is a love language. It is a meaningful and physical expression of one’s love. It can actually communicate love and care 10 times louder than words, and 10 times clearer than gifts. Touch is so powerful, that it can make or break a relationship. And so, we need to use it well. I’ve heard reports of couples who got separated due to physical abuse, that is, abuse in touch, like slapping, hitting, punching, kicking, etc. This abuse should not be tolerated because it does not build healthy relationship. Body gestures that hurt are manifestations of anger, unforgiveness, violence, lust and hatred inside a person’s heart. On a positive note, touch contributes to the deepening of intimacy and strengthening of love in a relationship. The heart can’t contain the feelings, and so there is a need to express it through a kiss, a hug, a touch, a pat, a handshake, a caress, etc.
Who among your loved ones need to be loved through this language? It’s time to get out of our comfort zone, reach out and spread love. Give your spouse a morning kiss. Embrace your kids when they go to bed. Hold the hands of our friends. Shake the hands of your co-workers. Put your hands on the shoulders of your parents. Touch hearts! Love people today!
You might be surprised, your touch may not merely bring about love, but healing, therapy, comfort and joy as well. Use the power of touch in your relationships and you will see them grow and blossom before your eyes! Let’s listen to Winnie the Pooh’s words of wisdom, “There is no such a thing as too much hug!”
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How compatible are you and the person you are with? How would you know? Just because you like the same types of foods and pets does not mean that you can have a blissful, long-term relationship. Do you know why your mate does or doesn’t attend church? Do you know how they really think about the way you dress? Have you ever asked your partner what are the three most sensitive parts on their body?
“An estimated 83% of divorces would not take place if couples asked each other the right questions”
Several months ago, a friend of mine discovered that her husband was once a heroin addict. When she asked him why he didn’t tell her before, he replied, “You never asked!”

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Top Tips to the Perfect Beach Body

Ok, tell me…hows your beach body? Is the thought of other people seeing your thighs or belly a little scary? or are you buff? Read on for top tips to the perfect beach body…..

With summer here, most of us are thinking about the sandy beaches, the warm sun and how we’re going to look in our swimsuits.

Well here are some quick and easy ways to get your body ready for swimsuit season this year.

Beach Bodies are great when they are planned and monitored…..

1. Keep a diet and exercise journal.

Keeping track of how often you exercise and how much you eat will really help you see the big picture. Journaling will also help you see your progress, which can do tremendous efforts in keeping you motivated.


* A simple notebook will do, or you can use a spreadsheet program on the computer. Another alternative would be to create a weight loss blog. Having your progress available for the public eye to see is a great way to stay on track and motivated.

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2. Start eating smarter and healthier.

Choosing the proper foods is not only important for your looks, but it also affects how you feel. To burn fat off healthily and easily, begin eating a diet of plenty of green leafy vegetables, wholesome fruits, lean meats, and whole grain breads. A well-balanced diet helps your body function properly and helps you feel full and satisfied throughout the day.

3. Reduce your portions and eat less.

Portion control, or lack thereof, is probably the biggest factor in weight gain in today’s society. For some reason the majority of the population has come to think that we’re supposed to eat enormous amounts of food in order to feel satisfied, but the opposite is true.

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* When you reduce the amount of food you eat in one sitting and wait a few minutes, you’ll notice you more full than you think. This is because it takes your body 20 minutes to tell your brain that you’re full.


* Here’s another tip:
Eat six small meals a day, as opposed to the 3 larger meals that you’re accustomed to, and you’re more likely to lose weight. By eating smaller, more frequent meals, you’re keeping your metabolism going. It doesn’t slow down or stop then have to work so hard to restart itself.

Beach Bodies need Exercise….

4. Start a regular exercise program.

This isn’t a revolutionary idea, but you can target the problem areas by doing exercises specifically for your belly, thighs, upper arms and love handles:

* Crunches for your abs
* Arm rolls and pushups for your upper arms
* Leg lifts and squats for your thighs
* Bending at the side while standing for love handles

Those are just a few suggestions of exercises you can do at home that target those specific areas. Other exercises you can do to get your beach body in swimsuit shape are:

* Swimming at your local community center or public pool
* Jogging
* Walking around your neighborhood with a friend or relative
* Biking
* Hiking on trails or in other naturally scenic areas
* Inline skating at a local arena or in your neighborhood
* Nintendo Wii fitness games

5. Stay active by incorporating regular exercise into your daily routines.

* Whenever you can, take the stairs.
* Park farther out when going to the store or appointments.
* Walk wherever you can instead of driving.
* If you sit behind a desk all day, get up and move around every hour for 5 – 10 minutes.

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Getting your body ready for the beach doesn’t have to be difficult or take up extra time that you don’t have, but it can be done. By taking action with the suggestions above, you’ll begin to see the results you want and have the perfect beach body you deserve! Hurry up too! or before you know it Summer will be over!

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How to Read Body Language Easily

Some experts say that up to half of our communication is conveyed through body language. That’s a lot more than most of us might imagine it to be!

Body language is one way of communication that we pay little attention to. Oftentimes others “hear” something from our body language that we didn’t even realize we were “saying” and it can come back to haunt us!

Learning to read body language can help you understand what someone is really saying. Conversely, learning to use body language can help you communicate your message more effectively than words alone.

What is Body Language?

Body language is a form of non-verbal communication that utilizes the body. It can be anything from a facial expression to a stance.

For instance, many people talk in an animated fashion, using their body to help communicate their thoughts. There are a lot of “hand talkers” in the world who keep their hands in constant motion to help them convey information, emphasize a point, or keep a story moving along.

Body language can give off a certain attitude based simply on posture alone.

* Slumped shoulders and a rounded back with the head hanging down may indicate sadness or shyness.


* A firm walk with the chest puffed out, shoulders raised and head held high could be interpreted as confidence or even arrogance.


* When someone has his or her arms folded across the chest, this position tends to be understood as a standoffish or unfriendly stance.

It’s truly amazing how much can be perceived from body language! Not only can you use body language to judge an individual’s attitude or mood, but you can also better understand relationships between others. These non-verbal cues can indicate the level of bonding people have to one another.

Body language can be broken into general categories that we see time and time again.

General Body Language Categories

1. Aggressive. Aggressive body language is threatening by nature.


2. Attentive. This type of body language shows that you’re engaged and interested.


3. Bored. Just as it says, this body language is the opposite of attentive and is indicated by yawns and lack of eye contact or other visual listening cues. 


4. Closed. This one shuts you off from others. Arms crossed and standing far away are two common signals of closed language.


5. Deceptive. Deceptive body language is often used when someone is trying to get away with a lie. It can be easily distinguished by nervous behavior, which is brought on by guilt and worry. 



6. Defensive. This kind of body language tends to be present when someone is protective of information or their inner thoughts.


7. Dominant. Those who like to be in command use dominant body language. Dominant people tend to stand tall with their chest puffed out.


8. Emotional. This one is influenced heavily by feelings at any given moment. It’s constantly changing with mood. 


9. Evaluation. Evaluating body language is used when making a decision or hesitating to make a judgment. 


10. Greeting. This type of body language is used when first coming into contact with people. 


11. Open. Open body language is welcoming and very friendly in nature. 


12. On the Ready. This type of body language lets people know you’re prepared and willing.


13. Relaxed & Content. Relaxed body language is that which is seen when people are restful, happy, and calm. 


14. Passionate. Romantic body language is flirty and expresses attraction for another. 


15. Submissive. This one shows your relenting side.

These are the most common ideas communicated through a stance or combination of poses or posture. Many body positions can have different meanings depending on the person, the situation, or their culture.

In the United States, for example, it’s polite to look into another person’s eyes intermittently to show you’re listening to them. In Japan it’s considered rude. While it’s commonplace for Americans to smile at one another as a show of friendliness, in Korea smiles are indicators of embarrassment and aren’t shared in public.

When traveling abroad, it is best to do as the Romans do, that is, follow suit with the practices of the culture you’re visiting so that you can communicate your ideas appropriately.

It’s important to be more aware of what your body is saying when you talk to others! Keeping these body language tips in mind will strengthen both your comprehension and communication skills, paving the way for more effective interactions with others.

Learning about body language, you will understand the phrase – “Its not what you say, Its what you do!”

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