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3Bursting the Bubble of Isolation in Mental Illness
Living with mental illness was a difficult battle for me as well as my nuclear and extended family over the past twenty-nine years. I am fortunate to have made a good recovery to date but it takes some work and insight to maintain the balance with a...
4History of Terrorism in Ireland and the United Kingdom
To understand the history of terrorism in Northern Ireland, it is necessary to provide a history of when it started and how it evolved.This phase of Irish/UK history is known as "the Troubles" and started in 1969 when the civil rights marches became more republican in Northern Ireland with many riots occurring as a consequence of the bigotry against Catholics in Northern Ireland.
6How Alcohol Affects Your Eyes
It is clear that alcohol affects your eyes in many ways. Firstly, there is the temporary effect of distorting vision due to the effects of alcohol on the brain. This is a short-term consequence, occurring mainly during or shortly after over-consumption of alcohol. Next, there are the cosmetic effects of bloodshot eyes and the yellowing of the eyeball as a symptom of liver disease. Finally, there is some evidence to suggest that some eye diseases, for example cataracts, can be caused or exacerbat
9Irish Proverbs and Sayings
As well as being known for their sense of humor, the Irish have also made a name for themselves with the many sayings, proverbs and blessings that they use. Indeed, every culture has their share of proverbs which are part of the culture of different countries. Here is a selection of Irish proverbs and sayings which I will explain if the meaning isn't clear. I hope you enjoy reading them.
5A Selection of Irish Jokes
The Irish are well-known for their sense of humor and especially for their ability to laugh at themselves.Here is a selection of Irish jokes, designed to make you laugh, giggle or at least smile. As you know, laughter is good for you!
10The Dangers of Modern Medicine
There is a lot of money spent by pharmaceutical companies and others on advertising the benefits of modern medicine.Consequently,a lot of negative information on the subject does not reach the public domain.Although modern medicine has many advantages and successes,for example in the treatment of trauma and emergencies,it also has disadvantages and failures. On balance,perhaps the best approach is for modern medicine and natural medicine to work in tandem as they both have a lot to offer in diff
4Affirmations: I love and approve of myself
Affirmations are used to develop a positive mindset which in turn has positive effects on our lifestyle.They can be described as the power of positive thinking,helping us to achieve whatever we want out of life.Positive affirmations can also be used in the workplace to help those who use them achieve more success at work.The personal advantages of using positive affirmations is that one can change one's life in a positive way as well as improving one's health.
13A Collection of Irish Jokes
I am a firm believer that a sense of humor is the best gift to have and it is especially important to be able to laugh at ourselves.So without further ado,here is a selection of jokes that I have heard along the journey of life. I hope you enjoy them and that they make you laugh. Believe it or not, some of them are true stories so read on...
15The Dangers of Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine (also known as natural medicine) is an umbrella term for disciplines such as aromatherapy, acupuncture, homeopathy, herbal medicine etc. Although alternative therapy has a lot to offer as I have learned from personal experience, there are some dangers with it as well.
0Nonfluency and Stuttering in Children
Fluency problems are just one type of speech and language impairment which occur in children.In some children, nonfluency may be a part of normal language development or may be the beginning of a stammer which the child is in the process of developing.
5Decluttering your home will declutter your life
Getting rid of clutter is essential for good housekeeping because living in a cluttered place drains energy.Make your home easier to live in by following these simple steps to declutter and feel better for your efforts.
5The Hedgehog:Organic Pest Control
The hedgehog is the gardener's friend as it is a natural predator of common garden pests. The hedgehog is one of the first mammals to evolve and is adapted to an insecctivorous,nocturnal lifestyle.Hedgehogs hibernate in Winter.
0Arbitrage betting:a good approach for gamblers
Arbitrage is a betting system that works well in sporting events where there are only two possible outcomes eg.tennis and boxing.It is also commonly used in horse-racing using the difference in odds between two bookmakers.It is also known as "scalping"
