bored http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for bored Copyright 2008 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 20:25:01 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/bored What To Do When You're Bored Stiff, Part 2 http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-to-do-when-youre-bored-stiff-part-2 http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-to-do-when-youre-bored-stiff-part-2#comments Sat, 28 Apr 2007 23:54:58 +0000 free online gamesfree online gaming sitescasino gamespass the timeonline gaming sitesmultiplayer gameprize draws http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-to-do-when-youre-bored-stiff-part-2 pass the time, then could be the solution. Some even offer prizes that you can win, without spending a cent. What could be better than having the chance to win something by having fun? Many of the offer you points when you win. These points can then be exchanged for tickets that are entered into . You may be lucky and win anything from a chocolate fondue maker to a widescreen television!

Another bonus of many of the is that they have active chatrooms. This can be a great way to meet new people and have a bit of a gossip while you are playing a game. Some of the games allow you to chat to your opponent if you are playing a . Others have general chat rooms that you can hang out in while you are taking a break from your gaming. Either way, there is no need to be bored. You can find a great game to play and chat to some new people to pass the time.

The easiest way to find these websites is to enter `free online games' into your search engine. You will be spoiled for choice! Of course, if you have a particular favorite and would like to see if it is available, then search for that by name. To get you started, there is a great site, games.com, which has a huge variety of free online games of every genre. They have very active chatrooms, too, with players from all over the world so there is always someone online. This is one of the things that makes it a truly World Wide Web. No matter what time of the day, or night, it is where you are there is always someone else around who wants to chat and challenge you to a game, or two.

So, if you have a computer, with an internet connection, there really is no need to be bored. Just take a look at all of the choice that there is out there. You are bound to find a game that you enjoy to help while away the hours. Just be careful, you may find that you end up spending all of your time playing free online games. Then again, at least you won't be bored! Next time you are bored, try free flash games from http://www.khemer.com/ ]]> Adult Add: The Outer Limits http://www.artwoo.com/article/adult-add-the-outer-limits http://www.artwoo.com/article/adult-add-the-outer-limits#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 08:27:19 +0000 linear thinkertimercardboard boxdefinite ideasbrainstormboredomendurance http://www.artwoo.com/article/adult-add-the-outer-limits definite ideas about ADD and the place for people in the world who have it. We think they're lucky! They're generally intelligent, creative, and dynamic. But ADD does present certain limitations.

Our thoughts on that go like this:

People with ADD think so fast and move so fast that a lot of people can't understand us. We're a minority of the population. The majority of the population has such a step-by-step, linear-thinking approach, and what is exciting to a person like that is so slow and the exact opposite for us.

The first thing is just to be aware that we get bored really easily. What is exciting to those of us with ADD is so different than what is exciting to a . If you have ADD, know that you're going to get bored. And when that happens, you're probably exhibiting an ADD symptom like jumping from one thing to the next.

Do you say to yourself, "I should be able to sit down and fill out the application," or "I should be able to take a test,"?

We force ourselves into trying to do these boring things, because we were told that we should. In most cases, by really boring people--people who couldn't their way out of a .

You were probably constantly asking questions. When you were growing up and asked, "Why does it work this way?" or "Why is this happening this way?" or "Why do we have to do it this way?" was your answer always, "Because, that's the way it is,"?

You were probably bored.

is an issue for all ADD people. But there's something you can do, if you have something really important to read or do that's boring you to tears. Learn the cue. What ADD behavior do you exhibit when you're bored? Do you shake your foot? Get up and start moving around? Move directly on to something else, and something else, and something else, and nothing gets done? When those things happen, recognize when the "bored" action kicks in.

Time your .

Then, set a that's just a minute or two shy of that. Set the timer, do the boring thing, and when the timer sounds, stop! Later, or another day, you can do the same thing all over again. That way, you'll never reach the point of boredom, and it won't be so hard getting back into the boring thing the next time. Plus, eventually, you'll get it done. These ADD-friendly systems are very important, and can help you succeed where others fail. Stephanie Frank is an internationally know speaker and author. Tellman Knudson is a certified hynotherapist and NLP practitioner, and both have been diagnosed ADD/ADHD. Visit their comprehensive support site at http://InstantADD.com (http://instantaddsuccess.com). ]]> Adult Add | Rid Yourself Of The Mind Killer http://www.artwoo.com/article/adult-add-rid-yourself-of-the-mind-killer http://www.artwoo.com/article/adult-add-rid-yourself-of-the-mind-killer#comments Sun, 07 Jan 2007 10:27:02 +0000 sidestepboredomnecessarilyboredattention deficitabsolutelyplenty of times http://www.artwoo.com/article/adult-add-rid-yourself-of-the-mind-killer attention deficit frustrated and confused. The only person who "should" ever be telling you what you should or shouldn't be doing is you.

Why is it that you "should" be doing something that your ADD decided you shouldn't?

When your attention deficit kicks in and says you're , you get frustrated really easily, right? And this happens, especially when you're telling yourself you should do something that's boring. Then, you get even more frustrated.

When you're frustrated, unless you've gotten good at reframing frustration (which is a whole other topic), slows motivation to a crawl, or even sometimes puts it in reverse. These are major stumbling blocks that people with ADD face as a result of boredom. When you're unmotivated, when you're frustrated, when you're jumping around from thing to thing, while you're trying to force yourself to do that thing that's driving you insane, how do you feel about yourself?

You feel miserable, don't you?

We don't know about you, but we've had where we were jumping back and forth because we were bored, not aware of that we were exhibiting that ADD behavior. When this happens to you, you may say to yourself, "There's something really wrong with me, because everybody else seems to be getting stuff done, and I'm not getting anything done."

But you're bored. That's it.

So, how can you just crush boredom?

You need to it. Some people would say, "You're just using your ADD to get out of it." Yes, you're absolutely trying to get out of doing things that make you bored. We all do it, whether we have ADD or not. Some people don't want to admit it.



If you're going to try to sidestep boredom, we're not saying to shirk here. We're not saying to become a slacker. I'm not saying do nothing instead. No. You probably need to the boring things done worse than anything else in your life right now, because your ADD has you procrastinating on them in most cases.

We want to avoid that, no matter what, for a couple of different reasons. Number one is that when you have attention deficit, you're not necessarily good at doing repetitive tasks or tasks that you deem to be boring. It's not a strength, so as always, you have a choice. You can go with your strengths, or you can work against them. At the moment, you keep forcing yourself; you're working against them.

It's okay not to want to do the boring stuff.

The first thing is to take a look at some of the boring things that you're doing on a daily basis. Focus your ADD brain on what's going on right now. How many boring things are you doing in your life? How many fun things are you doing in a day?

The vast majority of your day should be spent doing things that really excite you. Hire people that don't have this ADD issue, outsource tasks, and barter with people--depending on the situation--to do the things that bore you.

It can't actually happen until number one, you've taken a look at what you're doing, and number two, you focus your ADD and write these things that you're doing down. Do that for a week. Are you looking at email, doing the laundry, scrubbing the floors, feeding the dogs, working in sales and marketing, or writing a book? What are all the tasks that you are doing?

Next, you've got to categorize. You've got to know how much of your time is being spent doing different kinds of activities. If you're ADD frustrated and you're spinning right now, or you're feeling stuck, those are all indicators that you're bored.

We'll talk more about this in our next article to help you overcome that easily reached attention deficit tendency for boredom. Tellman Knudson, certified Hypnotherapist, is CEO of Overcome Everything, Inc has ADD. Stephanie Frank, also diagnosed ADD, is an internationally known speaker and author of "The Accidental Millionaire." For more ADD support, visit http://InstantADDSuccess.com (http://instantaddsuccess.com). ]]> What To Do When You're Bored Stiff, Part 1 http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-to-do-when-youre-bored-stiff-part-1 http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-to-do-when-youre-bored-stiff-part-1#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2007 06:50:00 +0000 free flash gamesfree online gamescasino style gamesplay online gamesword gamesgames that you can playgames consoles http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-to-do-when-youre-bored-stiff-part-1 play online games. There are literally hundreds of sites that you can play a wide variety of games, and many are free.

The choice of for free online is huge. There are a number of websites that offer a variety of different types for you to choose from. You might fancy trying your hand at something simple, to begin with, in which case you can find slot-style machines. If you are a fan of casino-style games there are also many other types for you to choose from including blackjack and poker.

Other are classed as puzzles ands involve some skill. These include modern versions of Tetris style games or the ever-popular Sudoku number puzzle. There are always new games to discover that involve different levels revolving around a quest for hidden treasure or other mystery. These can be really addictive! Many classic card and board games are now available to play as free online versions too. These range from a solo game of solitaire to a game of Scrabble against other opponents.

Many of the websites also organise tournaments where you can play a variety of games to win prizes. Some of the most popular involve or role-playing shoot-`em-up style ones. These are similar to those designed for and can have extremely realistic graphics. The only problem that you may have with some of these is that the quality of the game depends heavily on your Internet connection speed. Next time you are bored, try from http://www.khemer.com/ ]]> Getting Great Dating Tips http://www.artwoo.com/article/getting-great-dating-tips http://www.artwoo.com/article/getting-great-dating-tips#comments Sun, 03 Jun 2007 11:20:09 +0000 dating tipsuk datingdating servicesdating servicewhere to go on a dateboredwhale of a time http://www.artwoo.com/article/getting-great-dating-tips bored with it, or are new to it and anxious about what to wear and what to say, then all it may take is a few to make you feel excited about it!

You see, dating is fun, but so many people get caught up in the worries of it, or start to feel jaded after having a `duff' date, that they forget why they are doing it!

Getting dating tips can help you have an enjoyable dating experience by giving you new ideas on where to go; rules of etiquette; and the confidence to just go out there and have a good time!

For people who are bored with it, dating tips may show the experience in a new light and add the excitement back to it. For new daters, the tips can help allay fears over how to act and what to wear etc.

So where do you find dating tips? First of all, start close to home. Friends and family may prove useful and will certainly give you advice based on their own personal experiences. However if you'd rather hold your cards closer to your chest, then the internet has lots of useful resources that you can access.

There are hundreds of dating and friendship websites online and most have a bank of articles that you can read on things such as "" to "what to wear" and "what not to talk about". There are numerous articles on just about every aspect of dating, so you can surf until your heart is content and you feel ready to enjoy dating.

Going on a date should be something you look forward to and enjoy. Get some good dating tips and you should be all set to have a ! Jason Hulott is Director of Dating at Online (http://uk-dating-online.co.uk), a UK with reviews of the major as well as lots of useful articles and resources to help you make the most of your dating experience. ]]> Do Toys Stop Your Pet From Becoming Bored? http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-toys-stop-your-pet-from-becoming-bored http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-toys-stop-your-pet-from-becoming-bored#comments Fri, 26 Sep 2008 04:50:30 +0000 tug of war ropescats and dogsdogs catsrange of toysrubber toysdifferent shapeskong toy http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-toys-stop-your-pet-from-becoming-bored range of toys suitable for them. in particular have a large number of toys available to them and they are often seen as an essential for any pet owner.

However, can toys really stop your pet from becoming bored and do you really need them?

What you need to know about Pet Toys

Pet toys come in all and sizes and they are designed to be used either by the pet alone or by the owner with the pet. They do stop boredom, although they cannot always be used instead of affection towards your pet.

Basically, your pet needs love and attention every day and they often get that through their owners playing with them. It enables the two of you to bond together and it is fun playing with your pet. You can also give your pet toys when you need to keep them occupied for a while too. However, toys should not replace love and affection and you can only expect your pet to be distracted with toys for a short period of time.

The Different Toys Available

There are so many types of toys available to purchase and it is a good idea to have a variety of toys available for your pet to play with. That way they will not get bored quickly. All pets need toys, even the smallest or the largest ones. Hamsters, gerbils, rats, rabbits, dogs, cats and even large pets such as horses need some form of entertainment! So how do you know what to purchase?

Generally, dogs love a variety of toys such as balls, teddies, , and . If you need to keep them occupied for a while, then you should try the "Kong" range of toys. These are basically solid rubber toys that have a hole in them that you fill with something tasty. Your dog will spend hours trying to lick the treat out of the and it will keep them occupied whilst you go out or if you need to leave the room for any reason. Having a small toy box for your dog is definitely a good idea and they can then get their toys whenever they want to.

Cats love toys that they can chase and catch. Wind up mice and balls attached on a string hanging from scratching posts are very popular. You can also purchase fluffy toys and balls. Cats tend to love things that have different textures so it is not surprising to find toys that feel different such as fluffy toys, soft toys, plastic balls and even foil type toys. They also love toys that make a noise so you should keep that in mind when you are choosing the best ones.

Small animals like things that they can climb on. Pet stores do sell a small range of small animal toys and they include ladders, seesaws, and tubes.

Overall, it is important to own pet toys no matter what type of pet you have. It will prevent boredom, although you will still need to shower your pet with love and affection daily to really keep them happy!Derek Rogers is a freelance writer who represents a number of UK businesses. For information on pet supplies, he recommends Seapets, one of the UK's leading suppliers of Pet Toys.]]> Things To Keep In Mind While Searching For Online Internet Business Opportunity http://www.artwoo.com/article/things-to-keep-in-mind-while-searching-for-online-internet-business-opportunity http://www.artwoo.com/article/things-to-keep-in-mind-while-searching-for-online-internet-business-opportunity#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2007 13:39:59 +0000 internet business opportunityboredtry to stayimportant factorsgetting rippedtime to relaxworking from home http://www.artwoo.com/article/things-to-keep-in-mind-while-searching-for-online-internet-business-opportunity working from home might be something that you turn to. You might think that finding an online is a great way for you to work from home =96 you can get your work done, have , and be happier in general than you ever thought you'd be able to be. All of these things can be true when you are looking at an online internet business opportunity, as long as you keep some in mind while you are searching.

The first thing that you should keep in mind when you are searching for an online internet business opportunity is that you have to be sure you are looking at sites that want to give you business and not take your business. away from sites that are only looking to sell you stuff, and try to stay at the sites that look like they are going to legitimately offer you an online internet business opportunity.

Next, you should make sure that the online internet business opportunity is in a field that you know a little bit about. You should try to make sure that this field is something that you are familiar with, because if it is something that is brand new for you, you might find that you are easily confused and might be taken advantage of more than you thought =96 had you chosen a business opportunity that you knew about. If you know what you are getting into, then you can be sure that you are aren't off by the online internet business opportunity that you have found.

The other thing that you should look for when you are discussing or looking at an online internet business opportunity is whether or not this is something that you are interested in. You shouldn't go with something just because it looks easy or it is going to get you money. You have to be sure that you are looking at something that catches your interest, because if you aren't interested in it, then chances are that you are going to get , and if you get bored you might not feel like this was something worth doing.

There is something else that you should keep in mind when you are looking for an online internet business opportunity. This is the factor of making money. Making money should be the reason that you go with an online internet business opportunity, but you have to be sure that the opportunity has a clear cut way for you to make money, and that you are actually going to be able to make money doing whatever it is that you are going to be doing. This is the best way to make sure that you aren't getting ripped off. Learn how to start your own home business online earning multiple streams of income at http://www.NetHomeBusinessNow.com ]]> Bored With Your Man? Don't Scratch http://www.artwoo.com/article/bored-with-your-man-dont-scratch http://www.artwoo.com/article/bored-with-your-man-dont-scratch#comments Mon, 05 Mar 2007 20:27:06 +0000 gay couplesgay guysgay menillusionsopen relationshipsupsexistant http://www.artwoo.com/article/bored-with-your-man-dont-scratch
I asked my client if he had ever see that Marilyn Monroe movie "The Seven Year Itch"? It was about the idea that (straight) men get bored with their wives after seven years, and may look for a new woman to revive their faltering libido. For us , a more appropriate title to describe our relationships may be: The three year itch".

As a therapist for and , I have noticed a pattern: after about three years' together, many gay couples hit a wall called "boredom". It often manifests in sexual boredom, but it can show up in other ways too:

letting yourself go (gaining weight, not exercising, eating poorly), letting your social life (with your partner and/or on your own) become almost non-, becoming bored with yourself, your life, your job, and taking your partner for granted

This can be a time when gay couples start to consider "open" relationships or begin to develop fantasy lives that involve other men.

Why? The glitter has worn off. You know too much about him to harbor any . You've seen each other at your worst and probably had three years of and downs, stony silences and angry arguments. While this is the cement of real intimacy, it is death to illusions of romantic love. Notice that I said "illusions" of romantic love.

Falling in love is easy. Just let yourself go. You needn't think much about it. The mystery of your new man is enticing and it's a lot of fun to get to know him and to let him slowly get to know you. Everything's new and sex is often a glorious playtime. Then, six months, a year or two or three later, all your illusions are gone, and what are you left with? A real relationship with a real man is bound to be the best and worst of everything you can imagine.

Love is a lot of work. Falling in love is just that: falling. Let yourself fall into it. Staying in love is about: staying...with your man through thick and thin, through anger, jealousy, mistrust and disappointment as well as all the good stuff like affection, closeness, security, comfort, reliability and steel-belted radial tires (sounds like a good car, doesn't it?)

What can we do about the boredom? Boredom is fear in disguise. What are we afraid of? That our lives aren't enough, that we are not enough, nor is our partner. Boredom is the engine behind that little voice at the back of your mind that says, "You know what? You made a mistake...and look what you've got now." This voice says, "Dump him and get someone more exciting/intelligent/funny/whatever and you'll be a lot happier."

Fear is the voice of the Three Year Itch. "You did it wrong," it says, "look how everyone else is much happier and more in love than you are. Get out of this relationship and move on to someone better." It's an interesting idea: this continual search for someone better (some people call it "the search for my soul mate", sound familiar?) How will we know when we find him? Will we ever get there? No, because this ideal relationship is an illusion. Every new lover eventually becomes familiar. Newness masks fear. It's like when you buy something new because you're scared or lonely or bored. It cheers you up, right? For about five minutes. Then the fear comes back. Relationships are the same. A new man may make you happy...for about five months...but every man will fall off his pedestal when the glitter wears off and his burps, farts and heavy baggage inevitably make their appearance. You can keep running (tiring) or become a monk or nun (boring wardrobe) or face the music and dance...with your man.

We get bored with our men because we're bored with ourselves. We become complacent and stop growing and changing. Every loving couple is a living creation of two people, every relationship needs time and energy and work and attention and perseverance to survive and thrive.

Consider these lines by Rainer Maria Rilke:

"Those who love must act as if they have a great work to accomplish. They must be much alone and go into themselves; gather and concentrate themselves. They must work. They must become something. For the more we are, the richer everything we experience is, and those who want to have a deep love in their lives must collect and save for it..."

A loving, growing, thriving relationship is "a great work to accomplish", perhaps there is nothing more worthwhile. But it's work....work with an amazing potential for happiness. The Three Year Itch is just one manifestation of the kinds of obstacles that stand in our way of really loving our man, for better and for worse, in sickness and in health, for richer or for poorer...you know! By growing, changing and thriving as an individual, you contribute this same life and vitality and spontaneity to your relationship. Michael Kimmel,LCSW, is an openly-gay psychotherapist with a private practice in San Diego, CA. Michael writes the "Wellness" column for San Diego's BUZZ magazine Contact Michael at http://GayFriendlyTherapists.com ]]> How To Find Great Teen Birthday Party Ideas http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-find-great-teen-birthday-party-ideas http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-find-great-teen-birthday-party-ideas#comments Wed, 12 Mar 2008 08:35:07 +0000 teen birthday party ideasbirthday party ideasteen birthday partygroup of teenagersteen parentsdangerous thingbirthday parties http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-find-great-teen-birthday-party-ideas birthday parties.

Oh, your teenager is probably going to try to exert his or her independence in this area as well, but if you find great , they just might be willing to let a parent have a part in this area of life.

And if you think about it, you really do not want your teens planning their own event. If they fail to plan enough activities, you will have a bored , and every parent knows that a bored group of teenagers can be a very to be supervising! Who knows what sort of mischief they might think up to entertain themselves.

So what are the best ideas? The tried and true birthday party that most resort to is a movie night complete with pizza, ice cream, and cake. Is a movie night the best idea for your teen's next party? It might be all you can think of, but rest assured there are other great teen birthday party ideas out there if you look hard enough.

Imagine an event where your child's friends arrive, already anticipating what is in store. From the moment they received the invitation to your child's party, they could not wait to RSVP that they would be coming. Yes, this is possible, but it takes some creativity and persistence on the parents' part.

You are probably thinking that planning such an innovative party has to be extremely time consuming and expensive. Well, it can be, but not necessarily. What it takes to plan a super teenage birthday party is organization, and a great idea! The idea is the key. Once you have the idea in mind, you can begin planning.

What you will need to throw the best birthday party for your teen is a central game that will keep them entertained for the entire duration of the party. If this game is planned correctly, you will not have to worry about dealing with bored teens. They will be engaged in a fun and exciting game. All you will need to do once the party starts is sit back and serve cake.

For the best teen birthday party ideas you need to visit the Birthday Party Games Lady. The featured Medieval Madness party is the perfect theme for your teen's next celebration. It's an `adult-style' murder mystery night that's completely age-appropriate. With this party kit, all of the planning has been done for you, from the intricate murder mystery game to the medieval themed invitations. Everything you need to plan a great party for your teenager can be found at http://www.birthdaypartygameslady.com. Visit the website today, and prepare to give your teen the best birthday party ever! http://www.birthdaypartygameslady.com began creating these parties, never dreaming at the time that they would be given thousands of times for more than 100,000 kids over the last 6 years. For more information on teen birthday party ideas visit our site. ]]> Decorating Ideas For The Kids Rooms http://www.artwoo.com/article/decorating-ideas-for-the-kids-rooms http://www.artwoo.com/article/decorating-ideas-for-the-kids-rooms#comments Wed, 03 Jan 2007 16:27:06 +0000 buying furniturenew furniturepersonal preferencekids bedroomfascinatedcolor schemeadequate space http://www.artwoo.com/article/decorating-ideas-for-the-kids-rooms kids bedroom, but the problem is that kids often want to have their say when it comes down to it. Usually if they got their way, the room would be turned into a zoo or some kind of child fantasy and this certainly does not fit into the whole feel and décor of the house! So, it is going to be a task that generally needs a lot of thought.

Where to Start

It is always best to sit down and plan what you are going to achieve beforehand. This way you know exactly what you will need and you can then set a budget too. Something that will need quite a lot of thought is firstly the . You may want to get a color that fits in well with the rest of the house. The choice is all down to the individual and their own tastes too and if there are a few colours that you like, a way to involve the kids is to let them choose which one they would prefer.

Something else that needs to be bared in mind is simplicity and the reason behind this is to keep it as clean as possible. The more manageable the room, the easier it will be to clean it. So it is best to make sure you have the for everything and maybe even decent storage too.

What Furniture Should You Get for the Room?

When you have finished the decorating of the room and have it the way that you like, it then comes to placing the furniture in the room. Some people like to go out and buy brand as the current ones are a bit old or they don't look as good. Obviously you will need a bed or even beds if there is more than one kid in the room. Then it comes down to and how much space is generally in the room. It is best to make sure that you get all of the measurements of the room before ; otherwise you could make the room look over cramped.

Do You Want a Themed bedroom?

Kids will absolutely love having a themed bedroom and they will be by it at first. The problem is not only is it expensive, but how long does it take for kids to get bored with one craze and then to go onto the next. The same is with themed bedrooms and if they get bored quick, you will then have to redecorate at some point and it would have been a waste of time and money. So, that is why it is always best to keep it as simple as possible and that way it will look good and stay good for quite a long time. Andrew Caxton is the editor of more online articles on home decoration related subjects. A focused website that offers the best articles on decorating ideas and interior design here http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com/styles-guide.html. ]]> Have the Right Attitude For Dog Training http://www.artwoo.com/article/have-the-right-attitude-for-dog-training http://www.artwoo.com/article/have-the-right-attitude-for-dog-training#comments Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:08:14 +0000 hind legsbad memoriesdog trainingdog breedsplaytimeyoungstertraining session http://www.artwoo.com/article/have-the-right-attitude-for-dog-training dog training session. The more fun that you and your dog have during these sessions means that your dog will be motivated to continue its dog training.

Most dog training begins when the dog is still a puppy. At a young age, it is easy to scare a dog and even break the dog's spirit if you are too harsh during s. If you are too harsh with your dog, your dog will not be as well socialized with humans or other dogs as the dog that is treated with kindness.

It is important to remember that a young puppy is just a who may be prone to make mistakes at first. It is especially important that you make sure to praise the dog more often than you tell the dog, "no." Your dog may enjoy different rewards for performing well including with you, time with its favorite toy or food treats. Find out what your dog really likes and work that in as a reward.

Be patient with your dog. Many have long memories. For this reason, you do not want to create about you for your dog. A dog that is treated lovingly and with respect will be easier to train than the dog that is fearful of its master.

You can make dog training for dog tricks easier on your dog. You can do this by observing your dog to see which tricks will be more natural to teach your dog. For instance, if your dog likes to carry things in its mouth already, it will be easier to teach it to fetch than if the dog has not carried anything in its mouth. A dog that likes to jump can be easier to teach to dance on its than the dog that does not like to be on its hind legs very often.

When training your dog, do not continue training until the dog is bored. Your dog will view these sessions with less enthusiasm that you would like. A bored dog will be very difficult to motivate into doing anything after awhile. Stop training while the dog still wants to continue because this will make the dog look forward to the next training session.

If you can stay your happy self during dog training, your dog will love these sessions and will try to please you even more. When a dog is trained well, the dog will be loyal and feel secure with you. You never want your dog to think that you can turn into an out of control maniac in the next minute if you do not get your way.

When you give your best to your dog, your dog will do the same for you in return. You will develop a stronger bond with a well-treated dog than with a dog with which you are harsh. It is up to you to keep your feelings under control when you are dog training. Your dog will be your obedient and loving friend for life if you treat your dog right. That is why is it important to have the right attitude when you are training your dog.If you are looking for dog related information check out "The Blog All About Dogs".]]> A Cruise Ship As Rental Property http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-cruise-ship-as-rental-property http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-cruise-ship-as-rental-property#comments Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:29:57 +0000 cruise ship elationcarnival cruise shipcruise shipscruise travelentertainment offeringsfloating citynightlife http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-cruise-ship-as-rental-property cruise ships.

In many heads are the images of old where a person would sit on the deck of a cruise ship and read a book by the pool all day as they waited for the ship to get to the next destination. Sure, you can chose to spend your time that way if you want to, but there are plenty of other, active things to do aboard the ship as well.

Never fear, even if you were planning weeks of you would not get board on the ship. Think of your stay onboard as a rental property in a . It has all the great things that a city will have - entertainment, restaurants, and your lodging. But, unlike a rental property, this place to say keeps taking you to new places for adventures and memories that will last a lifetime.

If you have not been on a cruise ship, or floating city, in a while, consider this one. The Carnival is 885 feet long. In that space are a number of restaurants, three swimming pools, a theater, a gym, and a series of other venues for shows and . That is a lot of entertainment space to cover in just a few days aboard. Chances are you will not be able to experience all of it.

Even if you manage to see all the major venues during your travel, there are also a number of minor venues that will be dotted across the ship.

If you are the type that likes the bright lights at night in the big city, make sure to check out the aboard the ship as well. Most evenings will find you a seat at a theatrical or musical performance, Broadway style. Alternatively, you may get a chance to see a stand-up comedian who will keep you chucking well into the night. And don't forget to check out the ships clubs and other nightspots for the rest of the nightlife offerings.

For daytime activities, you will not get bored either. If swimming some laps or playing a pool game is not enough for you, never fear. There are often volleyball games, racquetball courts, even putting or driving ranges on many cruise ships.

If you are worried about bringing the kids on a cruise because you think they'll get bored, think again. On today's ships are arcades, computer rooms, rock-climbing walls, and kids-only facilities that will keep them occupied throughout the travel time.

By the time you just start to be able to take in all the entertainment opportunities available aboard the ship, you'll likely be arriving at your first destination and preparing to go ashore. The good news is that once you get back on the ship and head to your next travel spot, you'll have plenty more onboard exploring to do. Eric Slarkowski regularly publishes online reports on areas associated to Guardamar and Benissa. Writing for writings (such as http://www.alicante-spain.com/torrevieja-real-estate.html on real estate torrevieja ) the columnist demonstrated his deep knowledge in the field. ]]> Destructive Puppy On The Loose http://www.artwoo.com/article/destructive-puppy-on-the-loose http://www.artwoo.com/article/destructive-puppy-on-the-loose#comments Wed, 26 Jul 2006 06:27:12 +0000 puppy kindergartendogsdoggie daycaresmart dogpitbull mixboredhasn http://www.artwoo.com/article/destructive-puppy-on-the-loose Pitbull mix, almost 5 months old. We also have two other labs, about 7 years old, each.

Anyway, Pippin (the puppy), is a really . He picked up the sit command without my ever teaching him and seems to learn from the other really fast. The only thing he 't learned is not to trash the house and the front yard while we're at work no matter how much we punish him. I read one of your responses on your website about dogs misbehaving when you're not home which you stated was because they're , but he's got two other dogs to play with. In fact he'd much rather play with them, even when I'm home. Is there something I can do, or like me, do you suspect it's just a puppy thing?

Also, I've been thinking about taking him to once a week. Do you think this will help?

Thanks, Theresa

Dear Theresa,

I'm not exactly sure where you read that I suggest that dogs destroy things because they are bored. This CAN be ONE reason that dogs destroy things. However, in fact, there are many possible reasons.

Regardless, the main point you have to understand is that IT DOESN'T REALLY MATTER. Who cares? Maybe he's doing it because his mother ignored him. Or because he was picked on in . (Alright, I'm making jokes.)

But in all seriousness, your dog has demonstrated that he's not old enough (or responsible enough) to be left unsupervised. In fact, what I recommend on my web site (and in my book) is that you should leave no puppy unsupervised until he is between a year and 1.5 years of age, and HAS GONE SEVERAL MONTHS with perfect behavior. (I'm using caps because the newsletter list server won't let me use the bold feature in my word processor). But regardless of how good or bad he's been in the past, seven months of age is simply too young to leave unsupervised. Leave him in the crate or kennel run, just like you would a toddler in a play pen or crib.

And most importantly, you don't want him to hurt himself.

Remember, even though he may look like an adult dog now, he's still mentally a puppy.

That's all for now, folks! Adam Adam G. Katz is the author of the book, andquot;Secrets of a Professional Dog Trainer: An Insider's Guide To The Most Jealously Guarded Dog Training Secrets In History.andquot; Get a free copy of his report andquot;Games To Play With Your Dogandquot; when you sign up for his free weekly dog training tips e-zine at: http://www.dogproblems.com ]]> Online Singles Dating Sites Are Means to Find Online Relationships http://www.artwoo.com/article/online-singles-dating-sites-are-means-to-find-online-relationships http://www.artwoo.com/article/online-singles-dating-sites-are-means-to-find-online-relationships#comments Tue, 14 Oct 2008 11:08:25 +0000 life companionsoul matesemotional bondtime partnercup of coffeefree singlesbroken heart http://www.artwoo.com/article/online-singles-dating-sites-are-means-to-find-online-relationships soul mates on Net. Online singles websites provide a great means to help people to find love on the Internet. This computer world is great. We can do almost every thing online. We can shop online and even seek love on line. Many websites offer single women and men to look for online singles free. Never cost you a fee to find love at these websites. For less than drinking a , you see your future soulmate on your computer screen.

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Online singles do not have to go to the bars to seek dates. Your future date is right there at these online singles websites. You need to find yourself the courage to get out there to find a great online dating singleton. You should not be depressed when you enter the singles dating scene. You need to start dating again. Joining these great online singles services to find dating singles is easy and simple. You need to register your personals dating ad, search for other singles, then contact them. They will reply back then you can start chatting with them. These online singles have the same situation as yours. That is, they are singles who seek online partners.

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The most common reason why some celebrities decide to own a pet, despite their busy schedule, is that they get bored and feel lonely. This is their way of filling up the emptiness they have, because as we all know, celebrities have a limited number of real friends and therefore their dog takes the place of their friends when they need companionship. We also know that owning a pet has so many positive impacts on our overall well-being and is a great way of releasing their stress from work. Taking care of their pets is a challenge for every celebrity because of their schedule.

Almost all celebrities have assistants to take good care of their pets. They have somebody do the things for them such as feeding, grooming and playing with their pet. The only time they have to spend with their pets is during their free time. Even though they spend little time with their pets, they still manage to spoil their pet rotten as this is the only consolation they have since they are always away from them.

There is no special manner in which celebrities use to name their pets. They name their pet just like any ordinary person would name their pet. Sometimes they name their pets after the person that gave them the pet or after a character they played in a movie. Some celebrities name their pets from the first thing that comes to mind or they may name it because of a certain behavior or trait their pet has. Regardless of what name they give to their pets, celebrities consider their pets special and so they give them care and protect them the best way they can.

Though celebrities have a very hectic schedule, they still have time to play and care for their pets. Others bring their pets with them wherever they go carrying them in their purses or strap-on pet carriers, while other celebrities spend quality time with them when time is available. However, despite the very limited time they spend with their dogs, they still manage to keep the relationship with their pets burning because they are able to provide for their pets needs through other people.

Celebrities usually find happiness from their pets because pets are able to give them the support and companionship they can't get from their professional friends. They are able to release their stress from work through interacting with their pet. When it comes right down to it, celebrities aren't any different than you and I and own dogs for very much the same reason you and I do. Visit http://www.dog-steps.net ]]> What Would You Do If You Don't Have To Work? http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-would-you-do-if-you-dont-have-to-work http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-would-you-do-if-you-dont-have-to-work#comments Sun, 28 Oct 2007 18:30:00 +0000 true workfrustration setspina coladafreedomfastforwardboredsexy bikini http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-would-you-do-if-you-dont-have-to-work freedom to do what you want? That's because you are compromising your potential and seducing yourself to a working machine, a robot. But don't let the word "work" scare you! Work should be fun, as well as producing revenue for living. That's what you get when you are working a of yours. True work makes you happy and gives you a sense of meaning. Have I got your attention? Then let me tell you how you can find your true work. This is a really simple exercise and it works with the frustration.

First, we will try to release some of your current frustration by finding an outlet. Simply imagine yourself doing what you would be doing if you don't have to work. You have all the freedom and resources. Any ideas? Maybe you'd be watching TV all day, knowing no better. Or maybe you'd find yourself at the beach in a tropical island sipping , with all the hotties in their , then... Oh well, that's okay. Coming from a repressed mind, those are natural answers. Don't feel bad. Just enjoy.

Now, here's the trick. While that kind of fantasies won't get you anywhere, there is a way to work with one further to find meaningful insights. How, you may ask? Simple. Just your imagination up to the point of a few month or even years of doing that "fun stuff." As you do this, you get increasingly , frustrated. Because the need was to release your repression, there is no point in repeating for so long if that need is fulfilled. This will get you REALLY thinking. Bored with the fun, what would you do in search of meaning? The you afire. You will begin to see, what your true desire is, and in what way that could be represented in the physical world. Keep on working on that blurred vision, until it solidifies.

Once you have identified your potential true work, you need to start connecting that with realities of your life today. Start learning more about the subject. Read books, watch documentaries, whatever. If it's writing a novel, start writing short stories. If it's becoming a dancer, maybe start taking a dance lesson. It's important to take that essential first step. The key is to envision yourself achieving the goal and to dig from both ends. Rewinding the success and watch through the steps that took you there in the imagination, and actually following what you discover.

When you work your true work, it is no more a forced thing. You'd be doing it anyway even if you didn't have to. It is fun and fulfilling. It also makes other people happy by spreading your happiness, it grows. You get more of what you reinforce. So, do yourself a favor and take that first step. From then on, it should almost be automatic! Find great resources and more featured articles like this one on Club LoA(http://www.clubloa.info/), the specialized search engine for the Law of Attraction. ]]> How Feeling Neutral Hinders the Law of Attraction http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-feeling-neutral-hinders-the-law-of-attraction http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-feeling-neutral-hinders-the-law-of-attraction#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2008 08:22:15 +0000 emotional guidancephysical manifestationsabraham hicksnegative emotiongood feelingslaw of attractionmaterial world http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-feeling-neutral-hinders-the-law-of-attraction Law of Attraction and have a basic understanding of how it works, then you will know that how you feel is extremely important in what you're going to attract.

Time and time again I have proven to myself that when I feel good about anything at all, that is when I am in alignment with everything that I want to manifest and abundance literally pours into my life.

Maintaining that level of is where the work is really at, and is something I practice on an every day basis.

It really is easy to attract and manifest things in the . Feel good about anything and then maintain those feelings. All of what you ask for will find its way into your life.

When you fully realize that feeling good is so important to your manifestations then you will begin to notice the times when you're not feeling so good. In this article I want to discuss neutral feelings and what they attract into your life.

According to Abraham-Hicks and the Scale our primary emotions can be categorized under 22 different headings... starting from the best feelings of all, Love, and going down to the worst you can feel... Fear.

These 22 emotions can all be classified under 2 headings... Good and Bad. All emotions either feel good or bad. So where does neutral emotions come into it?

There are times when you may think that you simply don't feel anything. You're neither happy nor sad. So what are you attracting in those moments? In my experience, the only time when I attract things that I want into my life is when I feel good. If I'm not feeling good, then I'm moving towards something that displeases me and isn't something I want.

If you feel bad, you're attracting something unwanted.
If you feel neutral, you're attracting something unwanted.

Let me repeat...

The ONLY time you will attract something that you want into your life experience is when you feel good.

This is why feeling nothing or feeling neutral can be considered a . Feeling neutral won't yield you results that please you... feeling good will.

If you feel neutral then it's safe to assume that you're either having a tough time of working out what you currently feel. If you're struggling to work out how you really feel in this moment, then consider asking yourself the following questions:

How do I feel right now?
Am I hopeful?
Am I content?
Am I bored?
Am I frustrated?

If you feel hopeful or content then you're on the right path. Those are associated with positive emotions. If you feel bored or frustrated then these emotions are associated with feeling bad and therefore you're attracting unwanted circumstances into your life experience.

With just a little bit of practice you can very quickly become a good reader of how you currently feel. Just remember to take the time out to check how you feel.

If you don't feel good, then you've still got work to do... and if you feel good, then keep doing what you're doing! Abundance does await you, you just need to let it in.Manifesting Reality Isn't Hard Work After All. Get your free report on manifesting miracles right now by visiting: http://www.ManifestMiracle.com/free/]]> Staying Motivated After Eight Hours on the Computer http://www.artwoo.com/article/staying-motivated-after-eight-hours-on-the-computer http://www.artwoo.com/article/staying-motivated-after-eight-hours-on-the-computer#comments Fri, 11 Jul 2008 01:36:20 +0000 types of keyboardsgreat attitudeeye strainworkdayseight hoursdream jobworkday http://www.artwoo.com/article/staying-motivated-after-eight-hours-on-the-computer eight hours a day? To many people this sounds like a , but when you work on the computer all day every day it can become tedious. Not only do you get bored of the same surroundings, you simply feel bored of sitting in front of the computer doing the same thing. When you sit in front of the computer for eight hours a day it can also cause your body to become quite uncomfortable, causing , neck and back pain, and even headaches. Those that work on the computer for eight hours a day really do need things to keep them motivated to stay sitting and to stay on task.

Motivation After Hours on the Computer

It can be hard to stay motivated when you work on the computer, but it doesn't have to be impossible. You need to start small by coming to the computer with a every day. When you come to the computer with a can-do attitude you will find that your s" rel="tag">workdays go by a lot faster. If you come in thinking that you cannot possibly handle another day sitting in the same place, doing the same thing, this is not going to get you anywhere; in fact it will make your day go by a lot more slowly instead of faster and in a more positive manner.

You should also make every attempt to make your area more comfortable. Make sure that your keyboard is at the right height and that all of the tools that you need are within reach so that you don't have to strain to reach anything that you need. Another thing that you should do to make your work day more enjoyable is make sure that you have a comfortable chair. Even if you have to go out and purchase your own chair and bring it into the office, do it! The right chair really can make all the difference. Also, play around with different , because this can also make a difference in how enjoyable and comfortable you are throughout the workday.

When you have done this you should also make sure that your area is pleasant to be in. If you are able, add some pictures of your family members, friends, and things such as calendars that will allow you to infuse a bit your own personality into your space. This can make the area more inspirational and therefore give you the motivation that you need to get through each workday.

Using motivational wallpapers will really help you get through your long days in front of the computer. These are desktop wallpapers that you can download to your computer to keep you motivated when nothing with. These wallpapers can be pictures, phrases, or a combination of the two. You can use them to help remind you why you are sticking with it or just to give you some peace of mind on those tough days. Motivation wallpapers are often free of charge, so when you find that one doesn't work for you, you can easily get another that will inspire you to get through your days at your computer desk.Shannon M. Clooney is an inspirational connoisseur who focuses on self-development and motivation. With the help of free desktop wallpapers and calendar wallpaper backgrounds, you will always have inspiration at your finger tips.]]> AOC Leveling Guide - How to Level Fast With an Age of Conan Leveling Guide? http://www.artwoo.com/article/aoc-leveling-guide-how-to-level-fast-with-an-age-of-conan-leveling-guide http://www.artwoo.com/article/aoc-leveling-guide-how-to-level-fast-with-an-age-of-conan-leveling-guide#comments Fri, 08 Aug 2008 01:57:16 +0000 age of conanaltswalk throughsgame playnew gamenpcsshortcuts http://www.artwoo.com/article/aoc-leveling-guide-how-to-level-fast-with-an-age-of-conan-leveling-guide Age of Conan or another game, are always looking for ways to level characters fast. AoC happens to have 80 levels and the first 10 levels or so are very easy for anyone to level up fast, but once you are beyond those, you may find that you want the help of an AoC leveling guide to get you the rest of the way to level 80.

The Age of Conan developers have figured that it will take average players at least 250 hours of to reach level 80. Now for some players that may be just fine. But if you are like me, you don't have tons of hours to devote to playing Age of Conan every week. You might be able to get online for a couple of hours a week if you are lucky. Fortunately, I can usually find about 2 hours a day or so to play so that really helps me get more EXP, but even so, I prefer to get up to level 80 much faster than 250 hours.

Once I get one character to level 80, then I can get some leveled up too so I can have more variety when I'm playing, and won't get bored playing the same character all the time. Or if I get bored playing AoC I can move onto a and stop giving Funcom all my money every month. Sometimes you just want to run through a game once, right?

But with an Age of Conan leveling guide, I can really cut that 250 hours down to size. In fact, I cut it in half. By using the step-by-step walk-throughs and that any good leveling guide offers, I was able to get to level 80 in a little over 5 days of game play. I expect it will be even faster with my next character, who is a Barbarian.

Leveling guides also help with great maps of all the different zones and instances. This is really helpful if you don't have a lot of time to play on a particular day, but you want to log into AoC and go off and kill some and get some experience. You can just go straight to whatever instance you like, instead of wandering around wondering which way to turn next.

The best tip I can offer for learning how to level fast with an Age of Conan leveling guide is to make sure that you read over the guide before you start character creation. Often, some character classes just turn out to be easier to level than others, especially if you prefer to play solo most of the time. For example, many players find that the Priest of Mitra means fast leveling. Guardians are also great levelers because they are hard to kill (so less down time for you).

This isn't to say that you can't make use of the guide if you've already started leveling your character. Even if you happen to be at level 20 or so, you definitely can use the guide to help you to get to level 80 that much faster. But before you build your next character, you can use the guide's tips to help you decide which one is going to be the fastest to level.Now, if you really want to get to the end game fast, you should get my favorite AoC Leveling Guide. Playing World of Warcraft? Get the best WoW Gold Guide or WoW Leveling Guides to get you to level 70 fast.]]> ADD - Got The Day-to-Day Boredom Blues? http://www.artwoo.com/article/add-got-the-day-to-day-boredom-blues http://www.artwoo.com/article/add-got-the-day-to-day-boredom-blues#comments Tue, 19 Feb 2008 08:30:01 +0000 add brainsugarless gumwashing disheshedge clippershard candyadded benefitsense of taste http://www.artwoo.com/article/add-got-the-day-to-day-boredom-blues washing dishes or cleaning up a mess of stuff? Not very and it just doesn't happen. We learn to live with our messes.

Am I right? The dishes could be overflowing the sink, and the dust in the house might be forming little clumps that are starting to resemble small animals. They're scaring your cat. Oh, and then, there's the floor, littered with all matter of elements--rock, paper, , whatever. It's just a mess! And you look at that stuff, and say to yourself, "I'll get to that later," and you never do. Your ADD never allows it.

Nobody has to live that way, of course. And you can't allow it to go on indefinitely or the health department will come by and tack a "condemned" sign on your door. The stuff has to be done, no matter how much your doesn't want to do it. But there's a way to do it painlessly. And it's so simple that you'll laugh when you read it, but it works. Really.

Here's what you can do...

Maybe you're going to pick up that stuff on the floor and actually put the hedge clippers in the garage. You really didn't need them to open that wireless mouse package, but they make it so hard! Well, OK... Get out your iPod or your CD player or turn on the Sirius, whatever, and then, crank it up. Really hear it. Then, get your nose involved. Light some incense or a scented candle that you like. And now, your . Try some or while you're cleaning up. Your eyes and hands are already involved, so that will have all your senses involved and your ADD brain is less likely to balk.

You can get some by wearing something you like. What do you enjoy doing when you aren't working? Whatever that is, if it's playing football, put on the gear while you're straightening up around the house. You'll be amazed at how well this stuff works.

And you're set. You'll be dancing around, smelling good smells instead of last week's laundry, wearing something that makes you feel good, and just generally getting things done. ADD brains do get bored pretty easily, so it's important to keep it occupied. If you get really good at this, you might start to enjoy the chores you hate to do. You never know... ADD brains just need to be involved all the time. Give every sense something to do and your place will be clean and orderly. Or, if this doesn't work... hire someone to do these things for you, if you can afford it. One way or another, the stuff has to be done. Make it as easy for yourself as possible. Tellman Knudson is a certified hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner, who has helped many of his clients to cope with the symptoms of ADD. Subscribe to his free weekly ADD Success tips when you visit Instant ADD Success at http://www.instantaddsuccess.com/ ]]>