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Sagittarius and Pisces are two signs ruled by the planet Jupiter and are considered mutable signs. This means both are extroverted and establish relationships as equals, i.e., without wanting to dominate or be authoritarian towards others. They can become good friends and great co-workers, but their union...
It is interesting to know the compatibility between two signs of the zodiac so to understand the nature of your relationships and understand what your futures may hold, whether as a couple, in friendship or whether it is good to maintain working relationships with that person. In the case of Aries and...
All relationships succeed or fail for a variety of reasons, some of which we may never be able to fully grasp. Much of it is circumstance and our personal histories or individual character will have a lot to do with it. While not everyone whose birth falls on the same date will be the same, we sometimes...
A Bindi is a colored dot Indian men and women place on their forehead. Its origins date back to centuries ago in India, but it has lost its significance in recent times. Today, it is mostly worn by Indians as an accessory only, that too only on religious and cultural occasions. Here at OneHowTo.com,...
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Depending on your definition, there's no way to attract luck. This is because, to some, luck is a force outside of our control. You either have it or you don't. Others, like the famed psychologist Carl Jung, saw luck as something he called synchronicity. It sounds like corporate jargon for some sort of...
We will get to know the star sign Leo better, focusing on friendships in particular. One characteristic trait in Leos is that they are incredibly social beings. They enjoy being around people, partly because they like being the center of attention, which satisfies their pronounced egotism. They also like...
Your zodiac sign also influences the type of gemstone you choose and it can also bring you luck as a personal talisman. Each zodiac sign has different stones assigned to them that strengthen or weaken a person's qualities, so knowing which stone belongs to your sign will help you to enhance who you are....
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The Prelature of the Holy Cross and Opus Dei is an institution belonging to the Catholic Church. It was founded on 2nd October 1928 by Josemaria Escriva de Balaguer, a Spanish priest canonised in 2002 by Pope John Paul II. The Latin term 'Opus Dei' means 'work of God'. Note that the followers of Opus Dei...
The signs of the zodiac also have some influence when you are choosing a gemstone or a stone that can act as a talisman to attract positive energies. Each horoscope has certain stones assigned to them that can help to enhance your strengths and tone down your weaknesses, thanks to the attraction that...
Are you born under the influence of Pisces? Do you want to know what the best gemstones for your Zodiac sign are? The truth is that there are many and varied gems that are recommended for this water sign; however, some stand out over the rest.
The best gemstones for Pisces are:
Amethyst
Aquamarine
Topaz
Turquoise
Agate
Fluorite
Blue...
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Are you having recurring dreams where you die? Although it is disturbing it does not necessarily mean something negative. Dreams often hide certain fears and anxieties. If you dream you die this may have something to do with major changes that will affect your life and not a direct relationship with...
Are you having a recurring dream in which you are robbed? They can allow for some scary images and uncomfortable feelings which still resonate when you wake. Don't worry, it's not a premonition you are going to get robbed. While it could be trauma from a previous robbery, it is more likely a metaphorical...
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For some, blood is so visceral an image, just thinking about it can make them pass out. However, if we think about blood while we're already unconscious, we might feel like there is no escaping this crimson terror. However, dreaming about blood doesn't mean you're only playing horror films in the night...
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Your surname is your family name that you add to your first name. Sometimes, it is also called your last name, but in some cultures, it is prefixed before your personal name. Some surnames are rare in the world, while others are so common that millions of people can be easily found out there. Here at OneHowTo.com,...
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In general, humans don't like cockroaches. There are some species which can be kept as pets, but the unwelcome ones we see in our kitchen walking past all of our previously hygienic food can get us all grossed out. There's a reason you see bug spray cans depicting cockroaches getting zapped. You don't often...
According to dream psychology, whatever is on your subconscious mind will appear in your dreams. This helps psychologists with psychoanalysis and understanding your true fears and emotions. So, what does it mean to dream about getting married?
In this oneHOWTO article we are going to go through what...
Attracting luck, love and money are some of the reasons we carry amulets or lucky stones around with us. However, not all have the same power as they vary from person to person. If you were born under the Gemini zodiac sign, keep reading this oneHOWTO article. We encourage you to discover the best gemstones...
Snakes are reptiles that may occasionally appear in our dreams; dreaming of snakes is not uncommon. However, do we know how to interpret this? Dreaming of snakes has many interpretations and it can mean different things depending on what happens inside that dream. It is possible that the dream relates...
Do you dream frequently about babies? Are you curious to know what this kind of dream could mean? Generally, dreaming about babies can bring changes and, regardless of the different feelings you may have, it's possible that this represents plans, new beginnings, innocence and even the need for human...
It is often said that in face-to-face communication words represent less than 10% of the message that we transmit, while body language represents more than half of our message. Therefore, it is important to control the messages we are sending with the movement of our body, gestures and glances. In situations...
Also known as the Tai Chi symbol, Yin Yang symbol is one of the most meaningful symbols in human history. Although it is a Chinese symbol, its meaning and interpretation applies to all, irrespective of country, gender, origin or religion. When you know what does the yin yang symbol actually mean, you can...
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Tornadoes are a literal force of nature, but if you dream about them, they can be a figurative one too. There might be a variety of meanings, relating to sudden changes in your life, emotional distress or some sort of representational destruction. The more you can remember about your dream, the clearer...
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Dreaming of flying means something positive, in most cases at least. Many of the dreams which need interpretation have characteristically creepy or disturbing images, like spiders or rats. This doesn't mean these dreams are necessarily creepy or disturbing. In the same way, dreaming of flying also has open...
Have you ever dreamed about being kidnapped? Or have you ever dreamed about someone close to you being kidnapped? As dreams are often subconscious reflections of the concerns or feelings that weigh on our psyche, dreaming of being kidnapped can seem like an extreme feeling. It is common to not consciously...
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Astrologers believe the Zodiac distributes different qualities, characteristics and personality traits among the 12 signs. This includes every aspect of the human condition: love, work, family, spirituality and everything else. In terms of friendship, it is believed that some are given different virtues....
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The zodiac sign we belong to, together with our governing element, often dictates some of our personality traits; according to those who follow astrology. With this view, it is possible to find that certain signs are stronger than others. Some may be more passionate, others more dishonest and also some...
If the movie Ratatouille has taught us anything, and really it rivals a religious text in applicable life lessons, it's that rats sometimes get a bad wrap. While they are merely creatures trying to survive like anyone, their interaction with the human world has not always been a happy one. They carried...
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Those born under the sign of Taurus are said to be pretty quiet people. This means they can be introverted, but also self-reliant and not requiring the attention others crave. Of course, this isn't the same for everyone born under this star sign. Learning about what are Tauruses like as friends means considering...
People who practise buddhism are known as Buddhists. One thing that makes Buddhism different from other religions of the world is that this religion does not believe in one supreme God. Buddhists are non – theists. They believe in radiating love and kindness to all living beings so that every living...
Casting a vote by post is also known as Postal Voting. Postal voting is useful for those people who may not be able to attend the polling station in person due to some specific reasons. In India the right to cast vote by post is restricted only to some categories of voters.
In this article we will know how...
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Buddhism was founded by Gautam Buddha and he founded the order of Buddhist monks and nuns. The daily life of Buddhist monks is laid out in such a way that it makes them refined to increase mindfulness and wisdom. The Buddhist monks are not allowed to have any personal means of support. So, they need to...
In India the most important thing that you will need to cast your vote is the Voter Id Card. a Voter Id card also serves as a legal document for various government offices, so it's useful to have it with you. Many people ask themselves if they need to register to vote each year. The answer is no, you...
A Gemini in the workplace needs constant stimulation and a diverse job that motivates them daily. People of the Gemini sign need to be motivated to work because of their peculiar dual nature. Otherwise, as with everything, they may lose interest and want to move on to something else. In this oneHOWTO article,...
Without doubt, Buddha was one of the most influential personalities in the World’s history, and his thoughts and teachings have affected faiths, beliefs, literature and philosophy not only within India, but in the western countries too. We are all aware of the legend’s journey through life, but little is...
Along with their strong and intense characters, Scorpios are also defined as being reserved and cautious people. Do you fall under the Scorpio Zodiac, if so, you should know Scorpios have huge hearts, but can also become indignant with things that they don’t like or disapprove off.
Are you dating a Scorpio?...
An educational trust is a non – profit organization. Educational trusts specify that the trust funds are solely used for education. It aims for higher academic achievement of all students at all levels especially those students who come from a low income family.
OneHowto has already explained how to...
Narendra Damodardas Modi is the 15th and current Prime Minister of India. On 26 May 2014 Narendra Modi swore in as the Prime Minister of India at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. After being sworn in as the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi has shown a keen interest in interacting with leaders of world, has...
The 4th of July is one of the most awaited days of the year for Americans next to Thanksgiving and Christmas. Parties, fireworks, parades, family and friends gathering and definitely a big dose of patriotism. Some may know that the 4th of July was the day of the Declaration of Independence, some may not even...
The Indian subcontinent is a combination of different traditions, cultures, languages and people. India is a developing nation. So, on one hand there is high growth rate in the economy of India but poverty still prevails in its villages and slums. The living conditions of people living in such places are...
For Hindus, worshiping a God at home means showing reverence to God and making a spiritual connection with the divine. Worshipping is also known as Puja. It is usually done twice a day; once at the turn from night to morning and the other one at the turn from evening to night. In Hindu culture there are...
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Confirmation is a religious ceremony, where you renew and affirm (confirm) the vows that your godparents made in your name at the baptismal font. This ceremony is officiated by the bishop of the diocese to the parish which you belong and, like a christening, you have a confirmation godparent which may...
Many of us turn to astrology to understand ourselves and others; according to the Zodiac sign you were born under and which natural element it belongs to, you will have a particular set of personality traits and characteristics.
We have the most passionate, the most jealous, the most unfaithful and...
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Many of us have been dosing off to sleep only to feel the stomach clenching sensation of falling from a great height. We wake with a start and we wonder why the safety of our couch had for that millisecond become a suspended scaffold over the Empire State Building. But dreaming of falling can appear in...
Virgo is the zodiac sign which rules over those who born between the 24th of August and the 23rd September. Virgos are characterized for being rational, logical and analytical people. Virgos have many qualities, but it can be quite hard to be around them when they're angry. When a Virgo is mad, they tend...
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Dreaming of water is closely related to our emotional state. For this reason, it is important to pay attention to everything that surrounds this dream, it could provide clues about how to handle the situations we are facing. Dreaming about water can mean different things, depending on if the water is...
Telugu is the most widely spoken Dravidian language which is one of the twenty two scheduled languages of India. It is primarily spoken in the state of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It is also spoken in some neighboring states like Karnataka,Tamil Nadu, Maharastra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Puducherry and...
Men who fall under the star sign Scorpio are thought to be very deep and intense people. Understanding will be key to keeping any form of relationship with them, although this can be said of just about anyone. The problem is, there is a stereotypical aspect of masculinity whereby many men find it difficult to...
Virgo is the sixth sign of the zodiac that rules over those born between 24th August and 23rd September. This is a star sign that stands out for rationality and wisdom so they are people who tend to analyse everything and channel their energy towards what is logical. They are also sensitive, reserved,...
Horoscopes are believed to be the reflection on earth of heavenly activity. This means that the unknown power which rules the stars above influences all that is below. In Western astrology, which was influenced by Ancient Greek philosophy, the four elements were fire, earth, air and water. Out of the 12 months...
Dance is a celebrated and ancient cultural tradition of India. Traditional dances abound people all across the country, and dancers are revered by all for their talent. Nataraj is the Lord of Dance that dancers of India worship. Almost every state has a dance form of its own, depicting its own cultures...