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by Michael Parise | Sep 10, 2012
I am coming out publicly as an HSP, a highly sensitive person. I know that “my kind” is a minority and that we are generally misunderstood, especially we men. Some of us were bullied mercilessly as children for being HSP. We seem to refuse to “fit in.” Others...
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by Michael Parise | Sep 5, 2012
My Aunt Virginia, whom I remember with great fondness, had agoraphobia, the fear of public places. It caused her to isolate in her apartment and I’m sure led to my uncle divorcing her. She was a sweet, wonderful woman paralyzed by fear. There are many fears and...
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by Michael Parise | Aug 31, 2012
I find it fascinating to hear how often our candidates for national office are being called “family men.” What is a “family man” and how does that impart a higher character or make one a better public servant? I think the term “family man” actually is rather...
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by Michael Parise | Aug 16, 2012
The primary purpose of sex from a biological perspective is, of course, procreation. But there are many more purposes for human sexuality. We use sex to relieve stress and tension. Sex is also a great healer, sharing love and affection, the warmth and security of...
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by Michael Parise | Aug 6, 2012
I delighted in seeing Michael Phelps’ mother during the Olympic Games. Debbie Phelps appears to be one of those wonderfully centered women whose simple enthusiastic presence and clear empathy have made all the difference in Michael’s world. She reminds me of my...
