Melissa Diaz

Melissa Diaz

Melissa is a certified counselor and freelance writer with a master's degree in psychology. Specializing in rehabilitative therapy for the mentally ill, she has provided individual, family, and group therapy. She has also worked with children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders.
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  • Flirting 101
    3/28/2012
    Flirting can be both exciting and nerve-racking. These flirting dos and don'ts can help both novice flirts and rusty pros brush up on the basics.
  • A new year, a new you
    12/21/2011
    Let's face it; old habits die hard. Here are 10 tips to help you work toward your 2012 weight loss goal consistently and make some lifestyle changes that you can actually live with!
  • Top Ten Post Break-up Mistakes to Avoid
    9/23/2011
    The key to surviving a soul-shattering break-up experience is to escape with your pride and self-esteem in tact. Let's take a pre-emptive, damage control strike against the most common post break-up mistakes people make, shall we?
  • 20 Essentials for Hurricane Firsttimers
    8/26/2011
    The National Weather Center and disaster preparedness agencies will have you buying enough supplies to build a village. This is a simplified guide to preparing for upcoming storms this hurricane season from a seasoned storm veteran.
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  • Quake a Memorable Experience for Florida Transplant
    8/23/2011
    Apparently Virginia really is for lovers, as it claims to be, so much so that it moves the earth! Quite an experience for this VA newbie. Check out this first-person account of the East coast earthquake.
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  • Irreversible
    8/16/2011
    A story of life, death, and acceptance.
  • She Allowed It
    8/13/2011
    A story of a woman taking back control of her life. This would be "Part I" of the "Take Heart" story.
  • Social Bias: Sound Familiar?
    8/12/2011
    Stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination are all forms of social bias that can negatively impact a person's social life, career, and even things like where they choose to live. How guilty are you of social bias?
  • 20 Relationship Red Flags
    8/1/2011
    Want to learn how to spot (and avoid) potential dating disasters? Check out these 20 simple early warning signs that (s)he may be the wrong (wo)man for you!
  • Developing Self-Concept: Just Who Do You Think You Are?
    7/21/2011
    What is self-concept? How is it developed? How is it related to self-esteem and behavior? Find out how you collect information about yourself and how it influences your thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
  • One Breath at a Time
    7/15/2011
    A tribute to all of the women and men who are forced to love a soldier from a distance and the struggles they endure.
  • A Girl Can Dream
    7/11/2011
    Sometimes opening your heart to someone means risking it all. How do you decide if it's worth the risk?
  • Diet and Exercise: 10 Simple Ways to Stick to the Plan
    6/24/2011
    Let's face it; old habits die hard. Here are ten tips to help you work toward your weight loss goal consistently and make some lifestyle changes that you can actually live with!
  • Inside a Movie
    6/22/2011
    If only we could live inside the movies.
  • Take Heart
    6/21/2011
    A heart is a terrible thing to waste...
  • Haute Mess
    6/21/2011
    There's more to life than money and status...
  • Creating Your Ideal Relationship
    6/9/2011
    Have you always wanted a happy, fulfilling, and lasting relationship? Who hasn't? Find out how to get it and keep it!
  • Why Women Date Jerks
    4/9/2011
    I asked men if there was something they needed to understand about women. The results were a resounding, "Why do women claim to want nice guys and then date creeps?"
  • Communication Therapy
    4/9/2011
    Sometimes it seems that men and women speak completely different languages, and it's not uncommon for communication to end in frustration, anger and misunderstandings. Here are some tips for facing those communication challenges.
  • Dating on a Budget
    4/8/2011
    Dating ain't easy, and it can be especially difficult in today's economy. Couples have to get a little more creative when planning their outings. Here are some ideas.
  • Bare Walls and Cardboard Boxes
    2/5/2011
    A story about a woman coming into her own after a period of hardship.
  • Heal Your Body
    1/30/2011
    Want better health without popping pills, needles, or sitting in waiting rooms? Find out how to get it!
  • Five Must Haves for Today's Single Woman
    1/28/2011
    I asked women: "What are five things you believe every single woman should have?" The answers were thought provoking, to say the least. I comprised a list of the most popular and practical responses, which might just surprise you.
  • Surviving Unemployment
    1/25/2011
    My three month struggle with surviving unemployment and turning a passion into a dream come true. Perhaps there is hope for the jobless after all.
  • The Ten Commitments of Marriage
    1/23/2011
    Advice from married couples on how to create and sustain a happy, loving, and lasting marriage.
  • Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!
    1/21/2011
    A story about the magic of Mardi Gras in Louisiana.
  • Is Divorce Always Detrimental to Children?
    1/21/2011
    Some believe that divorce is always detrimental to the children involved, while others disagree. Read their viewpoints to determine which side you're on.
  • Marriage: What's Taking so Long?
    1/19/2011
    The percentage of people married has plummeted to less than 50%. This article discusses current trends and possible reasons people are waiting to get married or simply choosing not to marry at all.
  • Matters of the Heart
    1/18/2011
    A story of the wake-up call that changed my life forever.
  • Job Seeking and Recruitment: Who's Interviewing Whom?
    1/17/2011
    How can new employees make the transition from "rookie" to "seasoned professional" easier? How can companies use recruiting and socialization techniques to ensure they maintain productivity, efficiency, and financial success? Find out!
  • Reciprocity
    1/14/2011
    A story of warmth in the cold winter months.

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