she needs something better, something different, something MORE to be satisfied once again and that the relationship starts to fall apart. Once one person wants more from the relationship than the other, it inevitably starts dwindling and straying away from the once fresh and exciting affair that it once was. This is what Zack calls the ?inevitable letdown?.

However, there's no need to believe that all relationships are a never-ending cycle of excitement and letdown. Many relationships do survive past the ?honeymoon period? into something deeper such as moving in, getting a pet together, marriage, and eventually kids. Each step marks a change. But for a relationship to grow and survive, something must always be changing and both involved need to be willing to take that next step.

Zack concludes that failed relationships occur for any number of reasons, but many boil down to one person just wanting more than the other. So make sure you know what you want out of your relationship before pushing for more. If you're too pushy you may find yourself where you started, back at square one.

5 Ways To Change Your Life Starting Today

Ever been stuck in a rut? Find yourself waking up in the mornings and can't get motivated to crawl out of bed? Living the life you thought you always wanted, only to find it's not the life that makes you happy? Getting stuck isn't the problem. It's not doing anything about it that is. Here are five ways you can move forward on changing your life radically today. In the comments, share how you are taking steps to making big changes in your life, no matter how big or small.

1. Recognise Your Rut.

How to know if you're ready for a change? You don't think it; you feel it. That's when you know it's time. When the down days outnumber the up days, the boredom is overwhelming, and you just can't take it anymore. Often times, change comes not when you're ready to make a change, but when you can't stand not making a change for one more day. The first challenge lies in locating exactly what or where the problem is. It may sound New Agey, but meditation can help you find it. Is it in your head, your heart, and your feet? Are you looking for love, ready to make a move, longing for a new job? Visualising the block will help you navigate your way around it.

2. What You Want To Do Is Not the Same Thing As What You Think You're Supposed To Do.

Identifying where and why you're stuck is one thing. Trying to discern where you want to go next is a whole other thing. At times, we find ourselves in conflict over where we're headed in life. Is this what we really want to do, or what we feel obligated to do? Is this our ?path,? or the one that our parents created for us? If we're doing what we're ?supposed? to do, why don't we feel like we're doing what we want to do? It can help to start by making a simple two-column list. On one side, list everything you think you're supposed to do. On the other side, list everything you wish you could do. In all likelihood, with it written in black and white in front of you, you'll be able to see that what you want to do is sometimes the exact opposite of what you're ?supposed? to be doing.

3. Make A Plan That You Can Stand To Live.

Hopefully, by now you're starting to have some kind of a vision of the new life you'd like to create for yourself. Dammit, you're moving to Sydney, and no one, not even your bank account, is going to stop you. You are quitting your cubicle-based position and going back to University or TAFE to get a degree in psychology so you can help people, not copy other people's stuff. You're starting that novel, despite all the other demands on you, before it's too late. Take one action today that gets you closer to where you want to be. Write the first page. Domain.com.au for rentals. Scout universities online. The energy will snowball. You will leave inertia behind you.

4. Get Practical Before You Get Crazy.

Tragically, you may not have a handy magic wand at your disposal, and there is this bothersome thing called reality to contend with, so you have to keep your feet on the ground at the same time that your head is in the clouds. Make sure that as you move forward, you're touching base with what's actually doable. Can you go back to university or TAFE and still afford your lifestyle? Take into serious question the realities of how you live your life, rather than pursuing a dream that's too impossible to achieve. If you can't forgo organic tomatoes, you may need to hang on to your high-paying job for a while longer, while you work on making a killing with your start-up clothing line on etsy.com.

5. Turn Your Idea Into Action.

You've figured out what you want, you've drawn up a plan to get there, and you've struck a balance between making changes and keeping it real. In my experience, the biggest determining factor in finding personal and professional success is the small stuff. Do one thing, no matter how small, every single day. What will kill your dreams is anxiety. What ensures your life won't change is not taking a risk, no matter how tiny. For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. Start the chain reaction today.        By Susannah Breslin The Frisky

Dating on a Budget

Money may be tight, but that's no reason to cut out Date Night! All it takes is a little creativity and slick thinking to show that special someone just how special they really are! Need some ideas? Marie Claire recently published 50 date ideas that are fun, imaginative and wallet-friendly.

Some of our favourites:

Some say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Explore a nearby farm with your significant other and pick some fruit (apples, cherries, strawberries, whatever!) and then head back home and prepare a delicious dish. Another idea would be to go to a local farmer's market. Not only is this option yummy, it's also eco-friendly!

Good with erections? Build something together. With the lack of extra cashflow, many people are becoming DIY experts instead of hiring a handy man. That IKEA dresser has been in its box for awhile now, why not blast some music and make a party out of assembling it! (Tip, use a power drill for the screws, will save you getting a sore hand and save some energy for you know what.
It's a beautiful day in the neighbourhood that you've always wanted to live in. Plan a day of open houses. It can be as simple as a day to dress-up a little and sample some complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Plus, you never know what can happen when you find yourself alone in the guest bedroom.

?Green? Music?

With the advent of new technology like the iPod or Zune, digital music has become today's norm. It's faster and often cheaper to download music on the fly through websites like iTunes.

Yet surprisingly in January 2009, the LA Times reported CD sales still make up the majority of the music industry's revenue. People must like trudging to the store and struggling with that super-sealed plastic wrap that CDs come in. Go figure.

Well here's a big reason to stop buying CDs: a new study has found that downloading music is better for the environment than buying compact discs!

Here's how:

By comparing the emissions produced by the processes of most popular forms of music purchases, academics from Carnegie Mellon and Stanford University concluded that digital downloads could reduce 40 - 80% of the carbon dioxide emissions that occur through retail CD purchases. Surprising? Consider how much energy it takes to produce, package, ship and then sell a CD at a retail store. The study claims that just downloading the music and burning it to a CD-R could reduce retail "best-case scenario" emissions up to 40%.

So the next time you're ready for some new tunes for that romantic evening or for a kicked up workout, consider keeping it digital. There are a wide variety of online music stores that carry a larger digital collection than a standard retail store and they even suggest new songs to sample based on your search and purchase history.

No credit card in hand? Create a free station on Pandora or Last.fm by just entering any of your favourite artists or songs. The music industry executives and your CD collection may not like it, but the environment will.

Warm Your Heart and Steam-Up Your Bedroom

Some Tips for Heating the Silk Sheets from Astroglide Personal Lubricants*

Pop open a bottle of wine and break out the lingerie: this day is going to be special. Planning the romantic evening is a breeze, but once dinner is done, the lights go down and the candles are lit, it's time to shake things up in the bedroom- work some magic that'll make Cupid jealous.

Here are some tips from Astroglide Personal Lubricants to help set the mood evening.

Sweeten the moment with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, an oral sensation that will put your lover on sensory overload. A Box of chocolates is nice, but chocolate body paints are even nicer. Write words or symbols of your love and then slowly lick them off.

Make 'em beg for more with a prolonged foreplay experience your significant other will never forget. Start out with kissing and a little light touching and work your way up to nibbling, light scratching and some dirty talk for good measure.

A silky-smooth and sensual experience is the best way to get your skin warmed up for an evening of pleasure. Forego your usual bed-sheets and pillowcases for some vividly coloured silk sheets. Stimulating as many senses as possible simultaneously is key to the perfect night.

Aural pleasure is a great way to get the rhythm right. Create a sexy playlist and put it on at a low volume to build the right aura?but make sure it's not up too loud, because you'll want to be able to hear the sounds of your lover for some added audio stimulation.

Home is where the heart is, so listen to your heart and really explore the space. The bedroom's great, but you've been there and done that. Take it into the kitchen, the living room, the office, the shower, even the closet?anywhere that's new and exciting.

Lose control by letting your lover tie you up. Who likes to dominate in your relationship? You know who owns the bedroom better than we do, so let that person take control. Or switch up the roles for an even naughtier night. Tie your lover up with a scarf, put a blindfold on them and watch the rest of their senses heighten eagerly.

Heart- and skin-warming pleasure is the perfect solution steaming up the bedroom. Throw some Astroglide Warming Liquid into the mix to add a soft, warming sensation to skin, enhancing the pleasure for you and your special someone. For lovers who like to turn up the heat?without the candle wax.

Go Wet & Wild in the shower, Jacuzzi, or even a kiddie pool in the backyard. Bring a new dimension of fun to your lovemaking with a little water play. Bubbles and a light fragrance add just the right touch. Add Astroglide X Silicone Personal Lubricant and experience a whole new level of slippery sensations.

Get Lucky This St Pat's Day

Bangers and Four-Leaf Clovers: Some Helpful Hints to Make the Day Special

It's once again time for four-leaf clovers, corned beef and cabbage and green beer. With the luck of the Irish comes tons of potential to turn St. Patrick's Day into one of the most romantic and sexy holidays of the year. After all, autumn is just around the corner, and you don't have to be Irish to get a kiss.

To get lucky on St. Patty's, follow some of Astroglide Personal Lubricant's tips to put you and your significant other in the mood.

What's at the end of the rainbow? You might not be able to afford that pot of gold your significant other has his or her eyes on, but there are plenty of little romantic gifts you can dote upon them this holiday. A four-leaf clover pressed between glass and framed makes an inexpensive, romantic holiday gift. Or, why not get in the holiday spirit with a bottle of Irish liqueur?

An Irish breakfast in bed. Treat yourself and your lover to a traditional Irish breakfast in bed. Prepare some Irish breakfast loose-leaf tea, hot oatmeal, Irish bacon, pudding and eggs, and wake your lover up with the smell of a fresh, traditional breakfast in bed. Since you're already in the bedroom, your significant other won't have to go very far to thank you.

Movie night with your lad or lass. Avoid the crowded bars and pop in a flick this holiday. There are plenty of classic Irish movies to choose from, but if you're looking for something romantic and contemporary, try Once, a romantic indie shot on the streets of Ireland.

Get green in the bedroom. They say green is the colour of fertility, love and lust. This St. Patrick's Day, try out some green lingerie and other undergarments to get your lover in the mood. The change in scenery should bring some excitement to the evening!

Loosen up. Let's not forget the most practiced celebration of St. Patty's Day: green beer! Take your lover out to an authentic Irish pub for dinner and drinks. Have a few Jameson drinks or a Guinness, but remember to be safe!

Summer Date Ideas That Beat the Heat

Summer is in full swing?and the thermometer is through the roof. The sun is great for grabbing a tan, but when it gets too hot out, the weather can throw a spanner in your date plans. After all, pit-stains don?t always make the best first, second or even third impression.

Save the sweat for the bedroom. Your friends at Astroglide Personal Lubricants have come up with a few ways to beat the heat for your summer dating plans.

Suit up and hit the local water-park. You spent all spring getting your beach body back in action, so why not use it? The water-park is a great place to enjoy the sun, stay cool and have some fun together.

Washing a car doesn?t have to be a chore when you do it together. Strip down to your suits and don?t be afraid to get playful.

Put the keys in the ignition and get ready to drive. Drop the windows (or the top) and head out to the country. A scenic drive is a great chance to get to know each other. If you?re lucky, a secluded country pit stop might be a chance to really get to know each other.

Delectable dairy is a great way to cap off any date. Summer is the time for ice cream, and everyone loves ice cream. Make sure to save some whip cream; if you can take the date back to his or her place, you?ll get that cherry on top.

Add a little drama to the evening?the good kind. Seeing an outdoor play, musical or opera is a great way to enjoy a summer evening. In keeping with the theme, try a little role-playing of your own when you get to the bedroom.

Outdoor caf�? Got it covered! Try a new restaurant, preferably one with a covered outdoor caf�. You can enjoy the summer atmosphere without the sun beating down on your face, or enjoy the night air in a cozy, candlelit environment.

Drive-in movies are still the rage. You could go sit in a stuffy, crowded movie theatre?or you could enjoy one from the comfort and privacy of your own car. Open the windows to let a summer breeze blow through?or close them and crank up the air conditioning for total privacy.

Putting "Men" Into Menopause

It's no surprise that a number of Astroglide's faithful users are women struggling with vaginal dryness, which can be an uncomfortable and rustrating symptom of menopause. If a decrease in the body's natural lube wasn't enough, according to Mayo Clinic, other symptoms of menopause in women may include hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, increased abdominal fat and thinning hair.

In short, the beauty of youth's worst nightmare.

To help women cope with some of these changes and provide support, one need only Google �menopause� to find a wealth of information. From Menopause.org, devoted entirely to providing information on menopause and its effects, to 'Menopause The Musical'.

But what about menopause in men?

Male menopause�though not widely known�does, in fact, exist. �Andropause�, as it is formally known, can impact a man's feelings, health and mood. According to the �FOXSexpert�, Yvonne Fulbright, it is entirely normal for men to experience a decline in testosterone beginning around age 30, with most men's testosterone lessening about 10 percent every decade. By age 70, a male's testosterone level could be at half the level he had in his late teens/early 20s.

In addition to changes in a man's sexual functioning (Hello Purple Pill!), he can also experience lethargy, increased irritability, memory problems, depression, bone and muscle mass loss, less beard growth, sleep problems, hair loss and/or increased fat.

So what are the options for men experiencing these symptoms?

Fulbright suggests visiting your physician for a blood test to check hormone levels. This will help to rule out any other causes such as thyroid problems. If low testosterone levels are the culprit, testosterone replacement therapy may be an option. Outside of medical treatment, it is also important to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle and remember that menopause is not the end to one's sex life.

Fulbright concludes, � nurture your sexual relationship in ways that aren't reliant upon your sexual functioning or performance. After all, there's a lot more to your sexuality - and to expressing it - than what testosterone should determine.�

WHY WOMEN ARE ATTRACTED TO MEN WHO EAT CELERY - IS IT A VEGGIE VIAGRA?

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By D. Scriber l Published: Monday, May 2010

Though celery gets little glory in the world of manly things to eat, it turns out men would be better off scarfing more of it down than those chicken wings drenched in hot buffalo sauce. The authors of a "Stay Young: Ten Proven Steps to Ultimate Health" claim that eating celery increases pheromone levels in a man's sweat, making him more attractive to women. Why? Celery has a naturally-occurring steroid in it -- androstenone -- which increases the production of pheromones through sweat. The revelation in the book, which includes recommendations such as, "have sex often" and "sleep your way to a younger you," isn't new. It regularly appears on lists for men who want to improve their sexual health. The book also contains a section on fitness. Loading down the celery in thick, fat-laden ranch dressing is not recommended.

All this research on celery begs at one quesion: If women are so attracted to sweaty guys should guys bother to shower before a date?

Image: Hooters' naked hotwings (note the placement of a paltry serving of celery in the background, behind the creamy dressing)

Dads: How You and Your Special Someone Can Spice Up This Father's Day

Astroglide Personal Lubricants Offers Tips to Husbands and Wives for Celebrating Fathers Day

Whether performing garden work, fixing things, barbequing or helping the kids with homework, Dad wears many hats around the house. But when the lights go down and the kids are in bed this Father's Day, plan on making it an extra special one with some tips from Astroglide Personal Lubricants.

For Fathers, celebrating with the person who shared in creating their family is every bit as important as celebrating with the family itself, so husbands and wives should work together to help Dad find a happy ending this Father's Day.

For Wives

Give him the good stuff - Your husband finds nothing sexier than a woman who knows her way around an electronics store. OK, maybe he finds SOME things sexier. Regardless, if you've kept your ears open and buy him his newest dream toy, expect some �thank you� sparks to fly in the bedroom.

Tell me, what's your fantasy? - You've lived with him long enough to know what his fantasy is; now, make it a reality. What's the one thing he's wanted to do in the bedroom that you've been saving for a rainy day? Well, today is that rainy day. Help make this a Father's Day he'll never forget.

Golf: the greatest gift of all - It's a beautiful Sunday morning, the sun is shining, the birds are singing and the course is calling�why not get some of the other wives together and book a tee-time for him and his friends?

Food really is the way to a man's heart - His favourite dish is just the ticket to spicing up his Father's Day. Whether it's take away, out on the town or home-cooked, make sure to have his favourite meal.

Get �Busy� - Send the kids out for a movie or get a babysitter and head over to a hotel for the night. Whatever you do, find a bedroom where you can be as loud as you want without any disturbances.

For Dads

Work it out - Did you know that lifting weights also lifts the libido? Not that you need the lift. Plus it helps increase energy and decrease stress levels which can lead to more fun in the bedroom. Hit the gym for an hour or two and blow off some steam.

Grab some sexy movies - Since you had children, having risqu� movies around the house has been difficult, but with the internet, there's no need to have it laying around. This is your chance to get the wife in on some sexy movies. It might take some smooth talking, but we know you can convince her!

Take the day off - It's Sunday and there are things to get done around the house. Against your better judgment, let those chores wait and take the day to relax with the family. Don't forget to plan some special time with your lady.

Summer Date IdeasThat Beat The Heat

Summer is in full swing and the thermometer is through the roof. The sun is great for grabbing a tan, but when it gets too hot out, the weather can throw a spanner in your date plans. After all, pit-stains don't always make the best first, second or even third impression.

Save the sweat for the bedroom. Your friends at Astroglide Personal Lubricants have come up with a few ways to beat the heat for your summer dating plans.

Suit up and hit the local water-park. You spent all spring getting your beach body back in action, so why not use it? The water-park is a great place to enjoy the sun, stay cool and have some fun together.
Washing a car doesn't have to be a chore when you do it together. Strip down to your suits and don't be afraid to get playful.
Put the keys in the ignition and get ready to drive. Drop the windows (or the top) and head out to the country. A scenic drive is a great chance to get to know each other. If you're lucky, a secluded country pit stop might be a chance to really get to know each other.
Delectable dairy is a great way to cap off any date. Summer is the time for ice cream, and everyone loves ice cream. Make sure to save some whip cream; if you can take the date back to his or her place, you'll get that cherry on top.
Add a little drama to the evening the good kind. Seeing an outdoor play, musical or opera is a great way to enjoy a summer evening. In keeping with the theme, try a little role-playing of your own when you get to the bedroom.
Outdoor caf�? Got it covered! Try a new restaurant, preferably one with a covered outdoor caf�. You can enjoy the summer atmosphere without the sun beating down on your face, or enjoy the night air in a cozy, candlelit environment.
Drive-in movies are still the rage. You could go sit in a stuffy, crowded movie theatre or you could enjoy one from the comfort and privacy of your own car. Open the windows to let a summer breeze blow through�or close them and crank up the air conditioning for total privacy.

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