Three criteria, three durations Friendship brings simple joys that almost everyone has access to. We choose our friends for a variety of reasons, some of which seem to be better than others in that they bring greater stability to the relationship. Let’s look at three criteria that can affect the length of a friendship. Prestige, fame, wealth Fame is like…
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We are only as strong as the ideas that dominate us. The people around us can sometimes be a wall against the onslaught of a world that can be hostile, sometimes a Trojan horse that sabotages the efforts made without saying a word, out of sight for months. This voice that we allow to intrude deep inside us can wreak…
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The benefits of the Ikea effect Why do today’s couples not last as long as those of our parents’ time or even worse, those of our grandparents? The first reason is that we are not necessarily more demanding. The material dependence of women must have been a reason in many cases. That said, there is another element that could be…
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We all realize that life as a couple is not always a panacea. In the past, marriages were strong because they were primarily intended to ensure the security of the spouses and their respective families (parents, etc.). In addition, they provided a place in society that was primarily shaped by family values. The inability to find a spouse and start…
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We all have a rhythm, a pace or a tempo that carries us through the day, weeks and even years. This pace is unique to us, but it is also the result of conditioning, whether cultural, familial or professional. What happens when we are pushed around by people who don’t have the same look as us? Very often, we feel…
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Without doubt, a world free of dispute and competition will emerge one day? We must be prepared to welcome it with open arms as much as we must deal with the daily assaults on us. The peace we seek outside is almost an echo of our inner beauty. But what if our harmony is disturbed by imperious or casual intruders?…
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Dogs sniff each other to see if they can trust each other. What about humans, whether they live in Manila or Porto Alegre? Big smiles and sweet looks can be traps for the unwary. The rules that govern the bonds between members of a group differ greatly from one culture to another, which in itself limits our horizons somewhat. In…
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Loving can be passionate, it is the most expressive and documented way. Cinema and literature have an infinite list of references that can support this expression of love. It is obvious, it is spontaneous: it comes quickly but it can leave just as quickly. This dimension is symbolized by the fire, it is ardent and sure of itself. Can there…
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Hate, like fear, dulls a person’s radiance. Life confronts us with the darkness of the heart, which is not always easy to deal with. Not being aware of this hatred that is “thrown in our face” leads us to suffer it and finally let it penetrate our soul. This is the trap to which we are often led: an external…
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We project our life in relation to others, this is primarily related to our need for security. However, is making sure that we are always in the norm the best guarantee to have a bright future? The mimicry that characterizes our species is not bad in itself: it favors social cohesion and reinforces our sense of belonging. However, when our…
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