10 things not to say to a new mom

On May 18, 2012, in Annabelle Charbit, Guest Writers, by AnnabelleRC

So you’ve just experienced the miracle of birth. Isn’t it wonderful. And now you are the proud and exhausted mum of the cutest little angel in the world. Family and friends come over to coo. Everyone is smiling and celebrating this new life. Well, everyone that is except certain individuals, who for reasons known only [...]

What not to say to someone with OCD

On May 11, 2012, in Annabelle Charbit, Guest Writers, Neurotica, by AnnabelleRC

So whilst it’s great that sufferers of OCD can freely say they have OCD without being confronted with questioning looks, we the listeners need to respond appropriately. And this begins with knowing what not to say.

The Dangers of Getting Set Up on a Blind Date

On April 20, 2012, in Annabelle Charbit, Guest Writers, by AnnabelleRC

Just because someone you trust is setting you up on a blind date, don’t assume that it’s safe! Even the most well intentioned friend or family member may accidentally introduce you to someone dangerous. After all how well do our friends and family know the object of the set up? If they knew them oh [...]

How to tell someone you have OCD, without embarrassing yourself

On March 9, 2012, in Annabelle Charbit, Guest Writers, Health, Mind & Body, Lifestyle, Neurotica, by AnnabelleRC

When I was a child, before I’d ever heard of the term obsessive compulsive disorder, I didn’t know what to make of my thoughts, other than that they were embarrassing and had to be kept secret at all costs.

How to date someone who has OCD

On February 15, 2012, in Annabelle Charbit, Guest Writers, by AnnabelleRC

You may have a partner with OCD, or you might be considering starting a relationship, but hesitant because the object of your affections has OCD. It can certainly be challenging if a person’s symptoms threaten to interfere with all the fun you’d like to have. But then again, nobody’s perfect. We all have something that nags us.

Ten ways to spot a sociopath (aka con-artist) on your first date

On January 13, 2012, in Annabelle Charbit, Guest Writers, Lifestyle, Neurotica, by AnnabelleRC

There are people in the world who don’t care about love, and who feel no remorse, empathy or emotional attachment to others. They don’t even know what these feeling are. These people are called sociopaths. Most people think of a sociopath as a deranged serial killer, but, with 4% of the population having the character [...]

When alcohol and anxiety are a dangerous mix

On December 15, 2011, in Annabelle Charbit, Guest Writers, by AnnabelleRC

During the holidays most of us are thrown headfirst into social situations whether we like it or not. There’s the work holiday party, friend’s parties where everyone is trying to be more dynamic than the next person, and those memorable family gatherings where relatives think it’s okay to squeeze your face just because they haven’t [...]

Selling on Ebay versus selling on Amazon

On November 8, 2011, in Annabelle Charbit, Business, Guest Writers, Making Money from Home, by AnnabelleRC

Ebay and Amazon are the two leading online retailers, selling everything from books to DVDs, technology, household goods and furniture. You can furnish every room in your home using just these two sites, without ever having to leave the comfort of your chair.

Pregnancy, hormones and madness

On November 8, 2011, in Annabelle Charbit, Guest Writers, Neurotica, by AnnabelleRC

So pregnancy is supposed to be the most exciting time of your life, right? Yet you are going bonkers. The train is late, the new office chair you ordered won’t be delivered on time, you just ran out of cereal and the shop is closed. This is so cataclysmic that you are seriously considering throwing yourself [...]

Starving in New York City

On November 4, 2011, in Annabelle Charbit, Guest Writers, Lifestyle, Neurotica, by AnnabelleRC

People, we get it, obesity is unhealthy, and not very attractive either. But here’s a news flash. Anorexia is pretty unhealthy and ugly too. Pretty much everyone knows that a healthy mind, body and soul involves living squarely within your BMI (body mass index). Well everyone except residents of New York City, it seems. Walking [...]