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How to bring up your sobriety on a first date

In the aftermath of a drug or alcohol addiction, people often lose a sense of who they are. After making many personal, social, and environmental changes, they may not recognize themselves in the mirror. This makes dating during the first few months of recovery difficult. How can a person talk about themselves during a first date if they aren’t even sure who they are?

Sobriety itself can also be an unfortunate barrier sitting between a person in recovery and a potential partner who hasn’t had previous issues with drugs or alcohol. That’s why dating during recovery requires finesse – it’s …

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11 things you can do to help the planet

If you want to do your bit for the environment but don’t know where to start, this article might be what you need. Even the smallest of changes can make a positive impact, so we’ve put together a list of 11 things that you can do to help the planet.

Switch things off when not in use

Although leaving your appliances and electrical items on throughout the day will individually only use a minimal amount of electricity, it all adds up. Instead, switch them off when you are not using them. The same thing applies with lighting – if it’s …

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Important things to do before signing an employment contract

Do you fully understand the ramifications of an enforceable non-compete agreement under California state law? What recourse do you have in cases of unfair dismissal? These are essential questions, and to know the answers and how they apply to your employment, you need to understand your employment contract very well, before you sign the document with your employer.

So, if you’re hunting for a new job, or concerned about your current employment contract, in this article, we go over a couple of important things you have to consider before signing an employment contract so you won’t have reasons …

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