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Looking for That 'Missing Piece' to Make You Feel Whole?

The great myth tells us we have to find a partner to be whole, i.e., our "other half."

Many of us believe we can’t be content on our own, spending much of our lives searching for that “missing piece,” to fill the inner void and make us feel better about ourselves.  The great myth tells us we have to find a partner to be whole, i.e., our “other half.” 

When you realize you don’t need anyone else to make you whole, you’ll exude an inner strength and confidence that’s amazingly appealing and alluring to members of the opposite sex. “I’ll be okay with you because I was okay without you,” is the most desirable message you can send a prospective mate.

In the thought provoking children’s picture book, The Missing Piece, by poet Shel Silverstein, the author contemplates searching for that perfect fit to feel complete. Discover his poignant conclusion by purchasing the book at or checking it out from our own.

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Bottom line is: You can’t find happiness in another person. If you’re feeling sad, lonely, or worthless, you have the ability within yourself, to change your attitude. A new relationship won’t help your low self esteem. You’re in control of your outlook, good or bad. The only person who can make you feel a certain way is you.

The good news is that once you’ve created joy within you, no one can take it away. If it’s generated within, it stays within. Start by working on your insides and the outsides will follow.

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As is the inner, so is the outer.

Today is the first day of Spring–flowers are blooming, birds are singing, the days are longer, the sun is shining brightly, and love is in the air. Spring is a time for rebirth and renewal, time to plant those seeds of self love. 

You must love yourself first before you can love someone else.

Satisfy your own desires so you’ll be ready and complete when Mr./Ms. Right appears. Find your passion, whether it’s a new career or a hobby.

Do what you love and the money will follow. Take that dancing, fencing, photography, or cooking class you’ve always wanted to take, join a gym, help others in the community, become a Big Brother or Sister, nurture friendships, redecorate your room, start a journal, sign up for tennis/golf lessons at , learn to play an instrument.  

If you want to feel good about yourself and your value as a sexual being, go see the empowering, enlightening, entertaining, uplifting, heart wrenching, and humorous production of The Vagina Monologues at the in Tujunga Village.

You’ll be moved to tears and laughter in this incredible rendition of Eve Ensler’s play about the ultimate embodiment of individuality, the personal freedom to be a sexual being.

Performances are Friday, March 25 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, March 26 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.  Studio City 2011 V-Day T-shirts and chocolate vagina lollipops will be sold.  Pleasure Chest and Fun Factory vibrators will be raffled. A special "fake orgasm contest" will be held with fabulous prizes.

Proceeds are donated to V-Day and Peace Over Violence. Tickets ($20 adults/$15 students) can be purchased at ticketmaster.com.

Singles Slogan For Today: 

As I become more loving toward myself, I attract someone who treats me in a loving way. Water seeks its own level, and so does love.

 
 

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