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	<title>Speak Dream &#187; Quick Reads</title>
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		<title>Realizations from Typhoon Ondoy and Things I’m Thankful For</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:31:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>johanna</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In light of our family’s firsthand experience with Typhoon Ondoy, I find myself looking back at the past month and thinking of all the things I am thankful for, and things I learned from the whole experience.
Learnings and Realizations:

Much of what we consider important are not really essential for a happy life. We tend to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Favorite Short Quotes</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2009 15:03:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>johanna</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Thought I&#8217;d share a few of my favorite short quotes about courage and aiming for something bigger in life.
These quotes are part of a compilation that I have maintained through the years, from forwarded text messages, E-mails, and other sources. These quotes continue encourage me and give me the extra push I need in pursuing [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tips on Dealing with Anger</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 10:47:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>johanna</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are some  helpful tips on dealing with anger, as summarized from Alan Loy McGinnis’s book The Friendship Factor:
When you are angry&#8230;

Vent your anger
However, if you dish it out, you have to take it too. Be ready to accept the consequences of your actions
Never say, &#8220;Don&#8217;t be upset&#8221; to someone who is angry
Ventilate your ire [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Some Characteristics of a Good Listener</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 10:36:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>johanna</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are some  characteristics of a good listener, as summarized from Alan Loy McGinnis’s book The Friendship Factor:

Listen with your eyes. Give your undivided attention to the person you are talking with.
Give advice sparingly.
Never break a confidence.
Complete the loop. The conversation isn&#8217;t a one-way street.
Show gratitude when someone confides in you.

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		<title>5 Ways to Deepen Your Relationships and More&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 10:30:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>johanna</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are some ways to deepen and build more intimacy in your relationships, as summarized from Alan Loy McGinnis&#8217;s book The Friendship Factor:
5 Ways to Deepen Your Relationships

Assign top priority to your relationships
Cultivate more openness
Dare to talk about your affection. Express yourself.
Learn the gestures of love (ex. gentle touch, hug)
Create space in your relationships. Take [...]]]></description>
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