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September is a month of renewal, heralding change and a new beginning. With the end of summer and the arrival of fall, this month marks the beginning of various cycles which are influenced by nature. These include the agricultural harvest after summer growth, new sports seasons, religious observances...
Made famous in the Fast and Furious franchise, Paul Walker was one of the most beloved actors for action film fans. Unfortunately, the speeding cars which made these films so exciting were also the vehicle responsible for this actor's tragic death. Paul Walker died in a car accident during production of...
Although both terms are used loosely, it is common for Western philosophy to look towards Eastern traditions for inspiration. Whether these are rigid schools of philosophical thought or simply an individual's personal outlook on life, some key concepts can help us to make sense of our own existence....
For many people, particularly of a certain generation, Bruce Lee is kung fu. This is not only because he displayed its technique and represented its ethos on screen. He was a martial artist who melded physicality with philosophy in his short, but incredibly impactful life. Although kung fu is the martial...
Throughout history, a hegemonic definition of masculinity has been pervasive. The idea of maleness has traditionally been expressed in traits such as strength and the ability to protect, but also in emotional reticence and even violence. Such limited concepts and rigid definitions may be pervasive, but...
The ancient Mesoamerican cultures were polytheists. This means they were societies that believed in different gods, similarly to Ancient Greeks, Romans and Norse. The sun played a particularly important role in Aztec mythology and was also involved in the celebration of rituals to please their gods. These...
Norse mythology, also considered Scandinavian mythology, stems from Norse paganism and Germanic mythology. As with Roman and Greek mythology, there is overlap with deities with similar origins being given different names depending on the context. While the influence of Greco-Roman mythology is perhaps...
Hair lice are annoying parasites which infest the scalp of the human head. They are especially common among children. Their very mention can bring up memories of letters from the principal and, for some, a pre-emptive shorn head. Another important aspect is that the person with head lice rarely notices...
Have you ever drawn a heart for someone? As kids we might draw them on our notebook or, some of us, may even drew them to dot our i's. As adults we still might use them in greeting cards, and they are omnipresent in advertising and design. If you have every seen a real heart, we can see that it is not exactly...
In the Christian religion, there are 7 capital vices which are to be avoided at all costs by believers of the faith. However, although associated with Roman Catholicism, it is something linked to various sects of Christianity. They are sometimes referred to as the seven deadly sins or seven cardinal sins....
It can surprise us just how difficult it can sometimes be to refuse someone else. Saying ‘no’ to a proposal or request can be an art in itself. Doing it effectively is related to our individual character and personality, but it is also something you can learn over time. Part of the problem is that it is...
Many indigenous American cultures firmly believed in the power of animals as guides and protectors. In fact, in their rituals they invoked them in order to acquire certain traits of the animal to help them in a particular task or for a certain problem (e.g. for battle). These were invoked regularly and...
The crocodile is an apex predator. They strike fear not only into the hearts of their animal prey, but any humans who find themselves in their habitat. Such fear is warranted. Growing up to 2 meters long and with a bite force of about 3,700 lbs per square inch, they are killing machines. Their razor sharp...
Mice are small rodents that are often mistaken for rats. The latter are animals often associated with dirt, grime and disease. However, it should be noted that mice are not the same as rats, although dreaming of both can have a similar meaning. In general, dreaming of mice has a negative connotation, associated...
Dreams are a process by which we internalize our conscious experiences. The vast majority of them we don't remember, but there are some which stick with us. Unfortunately, they are often the ones in which something shocking or scary occurs. This is the case when we dream of a dog biting us. While it is...
Rain is a natural phenomenon that is often used in movies or literature as a form of pathetic fallacy. This is because rain can be very evocative, often related to the grey clouds which cover the sky when it is raining. Similarly, when rain appears in our dreams, it can be related to how we are feeling. But...
The interpretation of dreams is a subject as complex as it is exciting. No one can tell you exactly what their interpretation will be, but there are keys and codes we can use to help better understand what they might mean. Common themes and imagery are one of the most helpful ways to interpret our dreams....
Although there is a possibility of controlling our dreams through lucid dreaming, most of us will dream at the will of our subconscious. This subconscious can generate images in the strangest of ways and make correlations which can be difficult to understand. Often, they will invert expectations by conjuring...
Dream interpretation can help us understand our subconscious and understand what we're thinking or truly feeling on a deep level. However, sometimes our dreams can be difficult to interpret.
In this oneHOWTO article, we're going to explain what it means when you dream of horses. Continue reading to learn the...
Understanding dreams or figuring out exactly what a dream means is incredibly difficult. The brain is one of the most complex human organs. This complexity becomes even more multifaceted when we try to understand the happenings of our subconscious minds. In psychology, the subconscious is an area of...
Dreams connect our real worlds to our subconscious and unconscious worlds. Dreams are a way in which our minds expel information collected throughout the day by placing it into our brains. Dreams allow our experiences, thoughts and subconscious minds to release stress and collect information, transforming them...
When we become ill, we don't always consciously recognize the effects, even if we are changing on a cellular level. For viral infections, this is known as the incubation period[1]. This is the time when the infection begins, but there yet to be any symptoms. If an illness is impending, we might not know...
Whether you are in a relationship or looking for someone to mingle and have fun with, you can always refer to astrology when it comes to choosing a perfect partner. Knowing what zodiac signs go well together not only helps for romantic relationships, but can also aid in understanding relationships between:...
As videos become more prevalent online, so does the need to download them. Whether you are an amateur video editor or you frequently create video presentations, no one would ever want to get caught up in any copyright issues. Whenever you use a video to add to your blog or website, publish a video on...
Zodiac signs have been very popular for the fact they the give insight into people’s nature and personality. Some people even refer to their daily horoscope before planning their day. So, if you are in love with a Capricorn woman, you need to know how her personality and attitude could be This includes...
Buddhism is one of the most widespread religions across the globe. Its followers practice not only across the east and south Asia, but in other parts of the world as well. Despite its popularity as a religion, many people have misunderstandings of their core beliefs. They often think of monks in robes perhaps...
Catholics have priests, Jews have rabbis, Hindus have Pandits, but what are Muslim religious leaders called? Unlike most other religious, Muslim religion does not require any mediation of priests for prayers and worships, but that does not mean that there is no clergy in Islam. There are certain Islamic...
‘Blessed be’ is a Wiccan term that literally means ‘god bless you’, ‘good luck’ and ‘take care’. When you greet someone with ‘blessed be’, you wish them good things still to come. It is also a common phrase to say in place of ‘hello’ or ‘goodbye’. A common example would be ‘blessed be to your family’,...
Dreaming about luggage can have significant symbolism to our waking lives. More often than not, it aludes to the emotional baggage we have been carrying around. Luggage can represent any kind of burden you are metaphorically lugging around. This may have to do with your profession, relationship, behavior...
The devil is present in different religious texts and belief systems. For many he is not only evil, but the representation of all evil. He relates to darkness, ill thoughts, fear and danger. Since childhood, we may have a fear of the devil by religious parents or other influences on our young minds. When the...
From star signs to Biblical allegories, fish are very common symbols. As this extends from antiquity through to current popular culture, it stands to reasons they might swim into our dreamscapes every once in a while. Some ancient cultures see visions of fish as being signs of good fortune or even bringing...
A knife is a classic symbol of separation. Just as it is used to trim fat from a loin, it may symbolize cutting off certain things from your life. These could include jealousy, frustration, anger and even enemies. Dreaming about knives is often regarded as a very negative symbol, the physical trauma...
Interpreting dreams is not a straight forward process. Often symbols we associate with something in our waking life have different meanings in our dreamscape. One way or the other, they are the reflections of our inner thoughts, fears and emotions. If we dream of being in prison, then it is understandable...
Exams are not something in which most of us take pleasure. They can cause a great deal of anxiety or are, at the very least, taxing and time consuming. However, they are also important and afford us opportunities to progress and invest in our future. When they appear in our dreams, however, they may...
Vampires are creatures of the night known to survive by feasting on the blood of living beings. In popular culture, vampires are symbolic of danger, possession, wild sex and seduction. But dreaming about them can have different meanings in different contexts. Have you dreamt of becoming a vampire? Maybe...
African folklore is a rich part of its literature, much of it stemming from the oral tradition. This means there are stories which may have eventually been written down, but before this were kept alive by older generations telling the tales to the younger. One of the most common characters in African...
Learning about the History of the United States of America is an important part of one's education in order to learn how civilizations are built, learn about past mistakes and get a grasp of how much we have evolved. The triangular trade is known as a type of trade between three separate ports that serves...
Copyright is the legal right that the judiciary of a country creates to protect original works from theft. When you create something, you become its owner and possess exclusive rights for its distribution and use. Although copyright is valid for a limited period only, it is illegal to use the work of someone...
Dreams are reflections of our deepest subconscious. The experiences we live and the messages we receive from our mind should not be taken literally. In most cases, they can mean things very different from those that they refer to in real life. Within the dream world, dreams are evocations of our interior life....
In the culture of the Native Americans, animals played a very important role. They were not only beings with whom they lived, but they were also their guides and their protectors; in some way, their superior beings. They were so-called totems, animals of power or spiritual animals. It is said that you...
Whether it is in the form of a banjo playing puppet, crossing the road in an arcade game or even just stuck in your throat, frogs are everywhere. One unexpected place for a frog to appear might be your dream. There are many reasons frogs might apear in your dream and it doesn't matter if you are a man, woman...
Did you have a fight with your Scorpio man? Did something happen that now you have to deal with an angry Scorpio? Is your Scorpio man ignoring your texts? It is a common trait of a Scorpio man to become angry or sad, without much obvious reason. But we know, silence from an otherwise energetic and passionate...
Gemini is one of the most inconsistent air signs of the zodiac. One minute they are full of energy, the next they are quiet and hushed. When a Gemini woman is angry, listening to others may be the last thing on her mind. Geminis know about the power of words, which is why this may be their most powerful...
Sincere, virtuous and considerate are some words that are considered best by astrologers to describe a Virgo man. This means if you find a virgo man as your match, he might be more likely to value you,no matter the stage of your life. Simply put, a Virgo man could be the perfect man every girl would long...
If you have heard Fetty Wap's infectious 2014 single Trap Queen, you may have been bouncing along to the chorus and chanting the words without knowing what he's actually singing about. On the other hand it's become so popular, you may know the phrase 'trap queen' without having actually heard the song...
If you have seen a tiger up close then you are fortunate to both have the experience and still be alive to read this oneHOWTO article. The largest of the big cats, the tiger's powerful build gives it a mighty presence which can be both awe inspiring and fear inducing. Their lithe movement means they can enter...
Have you fallen in love for a Scorpio man? Perhaps you're simply interested in a Scorpio man and want to know if he's interested too. If this is the case, you may have doubts in his behavior and wonder what's really going through his mind.
In this OneHOWTO article we want to help you learn how to know...
Making someone jealous may not be the best way to warm to certain zodiac signs but, if you want to play a little bit with them or make sure that one person catches your attetion, you should know there are certain things that drive each zodiac sign crazy and that will make them jealous in no time.
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Being emotional is not bad, but it can actually intensify any situation you are caught in at present. Every human being, and even animals, has emotions, but most people know how to keep them hidden. An emotional person will open up his or her emotions in front of others, without feeling embarrassed. Whether...
In astrology, zodiac signs mark our personality and our attitude to life, as well as our intelligence. This is said to be based on the ability to solve everyday problems and depends on reasoning, analytical thinking and the ability to understand situations. In order to make a good list of the most intelligent...