The ISEE – What to expect at the ISEE
The Independent School Entrance Examination (ISEE) is created by the Educational Records Bureau (ERB). It is used as a component in the admission process of many private schools. There are three levels of the test. The Lower Tier is for students entering fifth or sixth grade; the Middle Level...
explaining the unexplained
For some time, scientists find it very difficult to rationalize that certain mysteries like the Piri Reis Map always have to have man’s interpretation of known logical answers. There are many instances throughout history where man has failed to fully understand how such an event, relic, or sighting occurred....
Gays: nurture or nature?
“Hey, look quickly, look at that guy over there” let’s face the fact that these are the stereotypical comments we tend to pass whenever we come across a person like that who’s in our midst, but chances are we’ll try to isolate this person just because he’s a little...
Does my boyfriend still love me? What to do if you’re losing it
If you and your boyfriend were once in love, chances are good that he still has feelings for you. But you have to understand that a lot of guys are not going to show their true emotions. What your boyfriend says doesn’t always reveal how he really feels. How...
Common misconception in biblical teachings – Gambling is not a sin
Those who seek the truth will find the truth, those who seek to justify their sinful actions will also find the reason to justify their actions. The truth is spiritually discerned by men who have submitted to the Spirit of Truth, that they may see the Truth; this is...
The psychology of children
On the need to focus on childhood events in conjunction with developmental theories for a comprehensive psychology of children Child psychology is associated with the social and personal development of children and a child goes through several stages before entering the adult world. The psychology of children has been...
Forgiveness is more than words, it is a process
How many times have we heard, “Just forgive her.” Like it’s something we can do automatically, like turning on a light switch. If it was really that easy, we’d probably do it. However, it is not. Forgiveness is a process. Many religions decree that it is necessary to forgive...
Same-sex marriage and similarity with the legitimation of children born out of wedlock
It wasn’t that long ago that children born to single parents were ostracized by society and illegitimate under the law. The only thing they were responsible for was being born to parents whom the religion targeted because their union was not ‘sanctioned’ by the Church. That kind of nonsense...
Chasing the shadow of pain
“Moving forward, or staying put, on a good tort is neither right nor wrong. It just is.” Almost three decades, and still counting. Could we keep chasing the shadow of grievance? Or is the shadow of grievance a forever thing, one that will always be there no matter how...
The history of New Year’s resolutions
THE TRADITION OF New Year’s Resolutions dates back to 153 BC Janus, a mythical king of ancient Rome, was placed at the head of the calendar. With two faces, Janus could remember past events and look into the future. Janus became the ancient symbol of resolutions and many Romans...