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Mindful Relationships and Radical Acceptance

How can Radical Acceptance help us to improve our mindful relationships with other people? Why is community so important in Buddhism? Although we hear many stories of people who isolate themselves to go on spiritual journeys, humans are social creatures, and our spiritual journey can’t happen in isolation. The Buddha called sangha—community—a treasure of the spiritual path. That’s because communities have strength that individuals lack. Keep reading to learn why mindful relationships and community are important for Radical Acceptance.

When Should You Have a Baby? Depends on Your Body

When should you have a baby? Should it be sooner rather than later? Everyone’s decision regarding if and when they want to start a family is different. But Meg Jay, the author of The Defining Decade, advises that everyone should be aware of their body’s limitations, and plan accordingly. Read more about what this means, and how to answer the question “when should you have a baby” for yourself.

Sexual Symbolism in Literature: Encoded and Explicit

Think and Grow Rich: Sexual Transmutation Demystified

What do encoded and explicit sex symbolize in literature? Why is it important to look beyond sex when reading literature? In literature, sex and sexuality are used symbolically in two different ways: encoded sex and explicit sex. Encoded sex means the author uses symbolic imagery to imply sex in a scene, but the reader never sees the sexual act take place. Explicit sex is when the author uses a sex scene to symbolize a larger theme in the story. Continue reading for more information on what sex symbolizes in literature.

Michelle Learns About Barack Obama’s Heritage

In what ways were Michelle and Barack Obama’s upbringings different? Why did Barack move around a lot as a child? Michelle Obama’s childhood was stable and focused around family and education. On the contrary, Barack had a mixed heritage, lived in Hawaii and Indonesia, and had loose ties with his family. Continue reading to learn more about Barack Obama’s heritage and how it differed from Michelle’s.

Weak Ties Theory: Why You Need Weak Social Ties

What is the weak ties theory? Why do we need to pursue weak social ties in order to be happy and successful? The weak ties theory is the idea that people with whom you have weak ties can help you find success. Weak ties often lead to good opportunities and stronger ties, so it’s important to pursue them. Read more about the weak ties theory and what it means.

Dating in Your 20s: Is It Worth It?

Is dating in your 20s important? Should you seek to find love in your 20s? Dating in your 20s can be a challenge. Even if you aren’t looking for love right now, this is an important time to learn about what you might want in a relationship and a future partner. Read more about dating in your 20s.

Barack and Michelle’s Love Story: How They Met

How did Michelle and Barack Obama meet? How did their love blossom despite Michelle not wanting to get in a relationship? After she graduated from Harvard Law School, Michelle moved back to Chicago, lived with her family, and worked at a law firm. She was tasked with mentoring a summer associate, Barack, and his earnest attitude towards community work and self-assurance impressed Michelle. Continue on to learn about Michelle and Barack’s love story.

Buddha on Desire: Accept It but Don’t Be Ruled By It

What does Buddhism say about desire? Is Buddhism an anti-pleasure and anti-desire religion? Buddha never said that desire is wrong or that it makes us bad people. Buddha merely urges us not to be ruled by our desires. We should meet desire with Radical Acceptance so we can live freely in spite of it. Keep reading for more information about Buddhism and desire.

How to Make the Most of Your Twenties: A Guide

Do you want to know how to make the most of your twenties What are the steps you can take to make sure you have a good future? Your 20s can be challenging for many reasons, and you may be wondering how to make the most of your twenties so that you build toward success. Author of The Defining Decade Meg Jay offers some ideas. Keep reading to find out how to make the most of your twenties.

What Communal Meals Symbolize in Literature

Why would an author choose to write about an act as mundane as eating? What do communal meals symbolize? Eating is boring. That’s why if an author chooses to write a scene in which characters are eating, you better believe it is significant. Communal meals in literature can symbolize a number of things. Keep reading to find out what communal meals symbolize in literature.