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Get into the swing this summer Many people find taking up a new sport a daunting prospect. Do I have the right equipment? Where are the best venues? What are the rules of play? To get the most enjoyment and maximum health benefits from your new activity you need to get these questions answered. If you have decided that golf is the sport for you than ponder the answers no more! Golf Gurus in Aspley have all the passion, knowledge and experience to get you on the fairway and under par fast! We spoke to Graeme McDuff, the owner of Golf Gurus for over 20 years “Our store is a golfers heaven. Everything we do here is born from our passion and love of golf and we want to share that passion and our expertise with all of Brisbane. Our customers range from the absolute beginner to professional sportsmen and they all come to us for one reason, the best advice paired with the best equipment at fantastic prices”. Whilst we were checking out the extensive range of golfing equipment that Golf Gurus stocks we met up with one of Graeme’s newest customers, Jakob from Cashmere, Jakob had been looking for a new set of clubs and told us “I had done a lot of research on clubs before I came into Golf Gurus, Graeme and his staff were great and gave me lots of advice. I have bought an awesome set of clubs plus a bag and I know I got a really good deal”. So whether you already play golf and need a great price on new equipment or some expert advice or are thinking of taking up the sport as a beginner then head to where the people who love golf work, Gulf Gurus and get in there quick as Golf Gurus are offering Balanced Magazine readers some amazing special offers! Get swinging with Gulf Gurus at 1332 Gympie Road, Aspley 4032 or call on 07 3263 8443.

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Happy Birthday Livit Health Club of Everton Park This could be considered a third edition to the editorials that I have already done at Livit Health Club. So to catch you up! At first I was going in blind, I had no idea what to expect nor what I was to write about. But I came out shocked (in a good way) to have witnessed such a caring, fun and personal environment that a gym, in today’s day and age have created. No pushy salesmen, no show ponies, just good people. Now I am told this environment certainly wasn’t just created by the Livit team but by the members too. Then upon my second visit to the club, I sort of knew what environment I was to expect, but once again I was shocked, this time with their new improved personal training programs and general member programs on offer. The club had truly achieved some fantastic results for members. By a mere 3 months after new years 09’ the trainers at the club had been responsible for the loss of well over 100kg for their clients, so once again Livit blew me away. This was a club that cared if their members came in or not and set up programs that wouldn’t let members slip just through the cracks. So I ventured to the club this time knowing what I was going to write about, knowing I could write a heartfelt article to reminisce as you would on a birthday, to reflect on how well it’s members have done, how well its passionate team have developed and to be honest I just genuinely like being in the place. But you wouldn’t believe it, they got me again. Twice the classes, twice the trainers, more equipment, double the size crèche’ with more hours, organizing new parking areas close by and the most amazing member “Results Wall” I have ever seen - located on the left as you walk up the entrance. I know I may sound a bit biased, but seriously guys the results for some of these members are life changing. A 23 year old losing 24 cm of his waist, a mother of 2 losing 28 kilos and trust me there is more, much much more. Well that’s enough from me anyway, HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIVIT! You guys are truly amazing so don’t change a thing.

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The Sugar Sensitive Child By Skye Robinson (Local Expert)

Restless, disruptive, impulsive and poor concentration. These are key traits of a sugar sensitive child. A piece of birthday cake and they are literally running in circles or an iceblock turns your child from normal to overdrive. This is no fun for the parent and it may surprise you, but the child doesn’t like it either. Yes, they love the sweet treat but their behaviour becomes more than they can handle. Similar to the Hulk, ‘you won’t like me when I’m angry.’ As the hulk transforms despite his protests, the sugar sensitive child cannot control their actions when they eat sugar foods. This is a physical reaction not a mental choice to misbehave. A sugar sensitive child cannot keep sugar in the blood stream and use it at an even level over an extended period of time. Instead, all the sugar is absorbed at once; giving the incredible sugar high, and once that has worn off, the sugar high crashes and with it the child. Therefore, a sugar sensitive child has no happy medium of energy expenditure – it is either all or nothing. This is where the diet comes into play. It is possible that you could be contributing to this rollercoaster behaviour without knowing it. Common foods such as cornflakes, packaged snacks (eg, roll-up,

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LCM or fruit sticks), poppers, white bread sandwich, yogurts, pasta bakes and ice cream, are all high in sugar. This doesn’t seem like a bad diet, however if you feed this food to a sugar sensitive child, you’ve fed him/her about 8 tablespoons of sugar a day, and their body is only half the size of an adult. Sugar isn’t the only culprit. Other offending foods are colourings, additives, preservatives and salicylates. These have a similar effect on the body and the behavioural consequences. However they can also contribute to skin rashes, headaches, stomach aches and pains and mouth ulcers. Discovering the individual foods that irritate your child could give your child a new lease on life, which is great parenting. This topic is discussed in more depth on Friday 27 November at my clinic in Eatons Hill between 10am-11am. For $15 you’ll receive an information pack full of relevant info, light refreshments, the opportunity to discuss this with a Naturopath and other parents in similar circumstances. It is a child-friendly environment, especially sugar-sensitive children welcome. For more info visit www.skyenaturopath.com or phone Skye on 0438 821 283. I’d love to see you there.

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DECREASE YOUR STRESS Article by Merendi Leverett-Bowler Accredited Exercise Physiologist GradDipHSc(ExRehab), BHMSc, AEP, MAAESS Many people want to know how to decrease the amount of stress in their life! My only suggestion is quit your job and run to the hills! Yes, I know easier said then done! But I can give you 5 easy steps you can implement throughout your week to help you manage the current stressors in your life. 1. Take time out for yourself – Within today’s society we are often working long hours and spending most of our time pleasing others or doing things for others. Once a week or once a month take time out on your own or with a friend or partner to do something you enjoy. E.g. reading a book, a hot bath, a game of golf, lazy afternoon in the hammock reading the paper, a massage or beauty treatment (no waxing!) This timeout however long will help you recharge those batteries and any stress you thought was major, may now seem quite insignificant. 2. Play Music – As the old saying goes “music soothes the savage beast”. Try ‘relaxation’ music if you want to truly relax. Or choose your favourite style or band and turn it up loud when cleaning the house or having a shower/bath. Maybe you are one of those ‘closet’ singers – let you hair down when no one is around. Music allows you to escape the daily grind and most times music you enjoy, makes you feel better and of course this assists in decreasing those stress levels. “Classical” music is great for stimulating the brain, whilst ‘relaxation’ music helps to decrease stress. If you want try having a ‘roster’ so that everyone in the office gets the chance to have their preferred music style heard. Alternatively in my office, one of my staff puts earphones on and listens to her CDs via her computer. 3. Participate in Exercise &/or Physical Activity – yes the dreaded word! Everyone knows that exercise helps decrease stress by reducing cortisol (a stress hormone) and increase the good happy chemicals endorphins, which are responsible for making you feel happy. And when you feel happy and less stressed, you are more productive! So make sure you exercise at least 3 times a week. To encourage yourself to exercise wear a pedometer and see how many steps you can record each week and make a competition of it, and offer yourself a reward for reaching your goal. Or maybe join a sports team (if that is something that entices you). There are heaps of sporting competitions and local community fundraisers that involve exercise (fun runs, bike rides etc). Alternatively you could join us at Merendi Health & Wellness with many classes to choose from, we are sure to have something that suits you needs. start your own staff walking or exercise group before or after work. You and your staff could have someone come to the workplace to conduct fitness classes or personal training. The ideas are endless. Encouraging your staff to take part in some form of exercise is also good for building team morale. 4. Relaxation/Meditation – Yes very hippy like, but honestly it works. Whether it is attending a Yoga or Pilates class. After 1hr you feel so much more relaxed and or course the stress. Stretching helps relax your muscles and subsequently you. Why not try Meditation, some Yoga classes offer 15min meditation after the class or alternatively you may wish to attend a workshop that shows you many different ways to meditate. Meditation helps clear you mind and prepares you mentally to manage your stress. 5. Have Fun! – This is the most important of all. To reduce stress, why not be social. Whether it is meeting friends at a local café, hosting a BBQ or picnic, or just taking the kids to the park or beach. It does not have to be too flash. Remember not to work too much, especially if you run your own business. This is often the reason a lot of people suffer from high stress, as they don’t spend enough time enjoying life, as they should! Final word, if you or someone you know is starting to show real signs of stress, for e.g. increased lethargy, regular days off due to sickness or stress, increased occurrences of illness or reducing social interaction, it might be worthwhile to call our team of experts at Merendi to help you get to the root of the problem. We have many different services and programs that can assist in dealing with stress, decreasing incidence of illness and improving energy levels. Call us today on 1300 881 536 for a FREE no obligation health assessment to get yourself back on track to better health and wellness.

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Getting a mortgage is a daunting pursuit, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your first home loan or to buy your retirement house, it can be confusing and stressful. Some mortgage brokers pride themselves on getting you the best mortgage for your needs and providing excellent service throughout their dealings with you. One of these dedicated professionals is David Grey, Principal of RAMS Home Loans in Aspley. I caught up with him for a coffee and some great advice. RK: David, can you tell us about your career and what led you to your current role as owner of the Aspley RAMS franchise? DG: I have been in the finance industry for over 20 years; I started with Bank of New South Wales just as they changed to Westpac then after 3 years working with them I left to travel overseas for 3 years and get some life experience. When I returned from travelling I joined AGC where I worked in various roles for 17 years. When GE purchased AGC I remained with them for 2 years then decided it was time to move on. After years of giving small business people advice it was time to put the experience and knowledge I had acquired to the test! The RAMS opportunity was perfect, it was an industry I knew, had a strong brand name and presented a chance to build the business over time based on our efforts and customer relationships, not what others did. RK: Buying a home is one of the biggest investments people will make in their lifetime, with your knowledge and expertise in the industry what piece of advice would you offer home buyers? DG: Plan ahead to work out what you can afford to pay back each month and still have the lifestyle you want. This involves completing a simple budget and getting a mortgage pre-approval in place. These things will help you stay focused on the right homes in the right price range and you can avoid a lot of heartache down the track if interest rates rise and your payments go above what you can afford. RK: How would you describe the culture of your business and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s employees? DG: Our business prospers and grows based on one thing only, Service! We understand that if we do not provide great personal service and assistance from the start of our association with each client to the finish then that client will not come back to us and they will not

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So your Schoolie is finally heading off for a well earned break? This is great for them but what about you? How are parents meant to prepare for an event that many will have us believe is a toxic mix of thousand of school leavers, alcohol bingeing, volatile behaviour and predatory “toolies”? We spoke to parents and teens to get their personal stories of schoolies week. We spoke with Carrie whose daughter went to schoolies week last year about her experience. “You’re letting her go to Schoolies?”, “I lost count of how many times I heard that question, but we evaluated the pro’s and cons of letting her go, had family discussions about the issues facing our teenager when Schoolies go to the Gold Coast. What it really came down to was that as her parents it was our job to make sure she had the skills and good judgement to deal with these issues. Most of these young people are turning 18 and if they have ever been out on a Saturday night have most likely experienced a fight and witnessed someone passed out because of drinking too much. They know what can go wrong because they have seen it before; educate them on the security of staying with a group of good friends and watching out for each other. School is behind these young adults, they will now carve their paths. This is a time when as parents we must realise and celebrate our children as adults”. Carrie’s daughter had a fantastic time at Schoolies and managed to avoid any serious incidents by following a few basic guidelines given by her parents. Getting the balance between allowing your kids the freedom to celebrate their hard work in year 12 and ensuring you mange to retain even a small piece of mind is a bit of a juggling act so here are some Schoolies Survival Tips to share with them; •

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Now we have educated our teens and armed them the best we can with advice we must trust them, trust that we have done our jobs at raising independent, decent young adults and they will appreciate that trust. On your teens return from schoolies maybe they will have some great stories to tell as did Luke who travelled to Surfers Paradise for Schoolies 2009. “Schoolies was something we had planned together as a group since Year 10. Surfers Paradise was our destination, the Schoolies Central of Australia. We were staying at a hotel right near the centre of the action. We had little sleep, going to bed really late along with getting up early so as not to miss any of the action! The whole time we felt really safe, due to the high security of at our hotel and the high police presence. The focus of our trip was Evolution, the schoolies-only drug and alcohol free dance party. It was an awesome night. We also did the theme parks, Dreamworld and Wet ‘n’ Wild. The beach was great place too; catching a few waves, kicking the footy. We met many other schoolies revellers. Living off junk food was the norm for us, as we only had shared cooking facilities, and quite frankly none of us has any cooking talent. Although, we did manage to get a decent feed at cafes a couple of nights. The day we left for home was quite sad, and we slept the whole way home. I’m glad I took the trip, despite my parents at first being against it. One of the best weeks of fun I’ve had in my life - a once in a lifetime.”

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than three times as likely to meet criteria for alcohol abuse or dependence at age 30. Women who had alcohol use problems at 24 were nearly four times as likely to be obese at 27, while being obese at age 27 more than doubled the risk of depression at 30. And lower-income individuals of both sexes were at greater risk of depression and obesity. A tendency to “ruminative coping”-in which a person replays and obsesses about negative events-may be one of the traits that links alcohol abuse, obesity and depression, McCarty noted in an interview. Dr. Susan Nolen-Hoeksma, a psychologist at Yale, has referred to the three as a “toxic triangle” of “eating, drinking and overthinking,” the researcher added, and has shown that women-and men-who ruminate are more depressed and more likely to drink or to binge eat to cope with emotional problems. There are interventions that target all three legs of this toxic triangle, McCarty said, including physical exercise, mindfulness training, and stress management. Strategies for treating depression, alcohol use problems, and obesity-all of which are characterized by problems with the brain’s “reward system”--also need to help people find alternatives to rewarding themselves with food or alcohol, she added. “We have to think about how people can start to build in naturally rewarding experiences in their lives,” she said.

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A traditional Mexican Cantina is a vibrant, colourful and energetic place where families and friends gather to eat and catch up. Enchiladas Mexican Cantina in Aspley does this tradition justice, the décor is authentic and colourful, the bustle and noise of the diners only adds to it’s energy and the menu is filled with all the favourites such as Nachos El Grande, Burritos, Tortillas and Tacos. We are greeted by our waitress and shown to a booth in the centre of the restaurant, the seating is comfortable and the high backs of the booths provide some privacy without excluding us from the atmosphere around us. We order our mains, the signature dish of the restaurant, Fajitas, and then some drinks. The restaurant does allow BYO wine but they have all tastes covered in their wine list along with local and imported beers, and of course the traditional Sangria! Our meals arrive surrounding a sizzling tray of the marinated chicken and prawns, on the side are endless mounds of tortillas, condiments and sour cream. It looks as though it’s a meal for two but the aromas are hard to resist and we dig in! The flavours are rich and fresh and the tortillas warm. The waitress refills our glasses with more Sangria and then replenishes our tortillas and condiments. We leave the restaurant full and satisfied and the meal was great value for money. Enchiladas cater for all tastes and group sizes from an intimate dinner for two to workplace gatherings. With main meals priced from $17 to $34 and kids meals and desserts also available Enchiladas is a perfect family evening out. Enchiladas Mexican Cantina is located at The Fountain Shopping Cnt, 1344 Gympie Road, Aspley. P: 3863 3666.

FINE DINING DELIGHTS As I had always associated The Coffee Club with a lunch time venue it was a very pleasant surprise to discover that the transformation to fine dining in the twilight hours does not detract from the great service and comfortable surrounds I have enjoyed over many a lunch meeting with colleagues or friends. The Coffee Club, Albany Creek has what I can only describe as impeccable service, the waitress who served us was funny, attentive and knowledgeable, a credit to her Management. We relaxed in the al fresco dining area and were immediately served iced water, when we ordered our mains the waitress helped us select a wine from their very impressive range. We choose from the restaurants newest menu offerings, Fettuccine Napoli and Slow Cooked Lamb Shank. The restaurant was very busy but retained a subtle and relaxed atmosphere. Our meals were delivered very promptly and our wine glasses refilled just as quickly. The food was lovely, the fettuccine cooked perfectly and the sauce had ample vegetables and a nice sweetness that gave the dishes great balance. The Lamb shank was so tender it fell off the bone and was complemented by the crisp texture of the vegetables and the creaminess of the mash. The extensive menu caters for every lifestyle, gluten free and vegetarian diets well provided for, and we spoke to owner of four The Coffee Clubs, including Albany Creek, Craig Pratt about his fantastic wine list, “we have a new white called Aerin’s Vineyard that is a superb drop for Summer, it’s a Pinot Grigio from the Mornington Peninsula and it’s light and delicate flavour complements a wide variety of dishes on our menu” So for great food and wine The Coffee Club Albany Creek ticks all the boxes. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening at the restaurant, great service, great food, and great location. The Coffee Club is located at the corner of Ferguson & Albany Creek Roads, Albany Creek and Open until 10pm Sun-Thurs and 11pm Friday & Saturday nights P:33253020

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THE NEW FAMILY IN GREAT DINING Sitting in a perfect location overlooking the hub of Albany Creek lays Portabella Restaurant. Recently refurbished and reopened by new owners Adrian and Lizeth Chrisanthou, Portabella’s offers a modern Mediterranean menu full of fresh cuisine and clean flavours. The décor is elegant and the atmosphere remains intimate in what is a relatively large restaurant. Adrian’s passion for food and family reflects in his menu, Tapas are available for groups of family and friends to share with such enticing creations as roasted button mushrooms stuffed with bacon, cream cheese, parmesan & parsley or salt & pepper calamari with fire roasted cayenne chilli sauce. We selected from the mains menu, slow roast pork belly with crackling and warm kipfler potato salad drizzled with pink lady apple & pear chutney. The pork was succulent and tender, the chutney added the perfect sweetness to balance the flavours. The service was impeccable and the food was at our table very quickly, impressive for such an extensive menu. The presence of both Adrian and Lizeth added a personal touch to our dining experience as they greeted diners and attended to tables. Portabella’s Tapas start at $9.90 and mains start at $18.90 add to this a great selection of children’s meals at $9.90 and you have a restaurant that caters to family gatherings, business lunches and corporate functions. We experienced superb food & wine in stylish surrounds and enjoyed great hosts in Adrian & Lizeth. Portabella Licensed Restaurant is located at Albany Market Place, Albany Creek. P: 3264 8044

SANTOS ITALIAN Santos Italian Restaurant in Albany Creek turns going out for a family meal into an experience! From the moment you enter the traditional decorated pizzeria you feel welcomed and relaxed. The busy restaurant is a firm favourite with North side locals and observing all the comings and goings from his open plan kitchen is Chef/Owner Santo himself. The restaurant has been open for 18 years and has perfected the art of simple Italian cuisine. We chose Santos Speciale Pizza from the extensive menu of enticing traditional Italian cuisine which includes old favourites such as Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli in a mushroom cream sauce or Pork Alla Cantanese, butterfly pork sautéed in a lemon butter sauce with shallots and fresh herbs. As we waited for our meal we watched local families and groups of friends gather and chat over their food, the restaurant has a relaxed family atmosphere. Our meals arrived and smelled delicious, the flavours fresh and clean and cooked perfectly. Accompanying our meal was some beautifully crunchy garlic bread. The service was friendly and the food great. Santos is a fantastic family restaurant and with mains ranging from $17 to $31 great value as well, so wether you are looking for a great venue for a family celebration or a place to hold a workplace function give Santo a call for a great evening out. Santos Italian Restaurant is located at 735 Albany Creek Road, Albany Creek. P: 3264 5227

THE ODD COUPLE

The location has been the same for some 30 years but the new owners of The Odd Couple in Everton Park, Dave and Jenny have breathed fresh life into the popular restaurant. The renovated restaurant focuses in cosy gatherings to share great food and conversation without having to travel from the North side. Dave has left the menu popular with locals unchanged but has added his own flavour with his signature dishes. We opted for Dave’s speciality pan fried veal with green prawn’s mushrooms & shallots finished in a light brandy sauce. The restaurant is BYO so dinners can bring their favourite wines and beers to enjoy with their meal and with a maximum of 45 diners it’s a refreshingly intimate affair. When Jenny brought our meal the aromas from the kitchen were transferred to our table. The veal was beautifully cooked and the prawns added an interesting texture. The sauce was delicious and light enough not to over power the rest of the flavours, divine! Entrees range from $9.50 to $14.50, mains $16.00 to $25.00 and the decadent desserts $6-7. Open for lunch and dinner Wednesday to Saturday and now breakfast on weekends, The Odd Couple is a highly recommended local restaurant to relax and enjoy the simple things in life like great company and sensational food. The Odd Couple is located at 12 Trouts Road, Everton Park. P: 3355 3113

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A constructive alliance is forecast for you from the 15th. But you need to be consistent in the way you deal with people at this time as you’re likely to blow hot and cold. This alliance may be with members of your family, some friend or perhaps even a complete stranger. As I said, consistency will be the foundation of success and once you decide on your course of action you must not take “no” for an answer. Persistence will pay off.

It is an important time to re-configure and decompress your most important relationships this month and from the 4th till the 9th you will be spending a good deal of time talking about how you feel and how you can improve those most dear relationships. Around the 5th you will e called away to do work which could intrude upon these discussions and you must not be seen to be slacking off or losing interest. Re-assert your commitment at this time.

A romantic attachment is likely to arise in your workplace or with someone you least expect this month. The period of the 9th till the 15th is particularly highlighted. You need to be clear in your intentions and ask the other person to state their case. Initially, this may all be guesswork and superimposing of your feelings on each other. This will make it awfully difficult to work with your concentration levels being deluded by the distraction of loving eyes staring at you from the corner of the office.

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Nervous tension early your savings, taxes and other investment portfolios will cause you to lose sleep and distracted from other important work this month. Speculations after the 9th likely to be hasty and ill advised. You may be listening to the wrong people when it comes to making a quick buck. Remember that unless you carefully analyse the markets, study business and investments diligently, it is good as gambling.

Between the 10th and the 15th, you may be subtlety concerned about how you are coming across to the world around you. There’s a vague dissatisfaction that you haven’t yet achieved everything you want to achieve but remember - Rome wasn’t built in a day. Exercise patience and enjoy the journey of life otherwise you’ll miss what’s happening now and that is as beautiful as what you hope to achieve in the future. Remain philosophical this month and you’ll be a lot happier.

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The three most powerful forces in nature are money, sex and power. These three superpowers may form the basis of some type of emotional manipulation which you mustn’t let undermine what is otherwise a loving and nurturing relationship. Between the 3rd and the 5th, you’ll note that these energies dominate the situation and could cause a rift between you and your spouse, partner or close friend. Don’t let your bad moods be the trigger for them using emotional blackmail on you.

Avoid financial arguments at all costs this month. There’s got to be a better way, Scorpio. Mars, moving through your zone of finances, income and material values, can be problematic but only if you get too emotionally involved and reactive about other people’s opinions. Between the 1st and the 7th, you’ll need to set aside ample time to carefully assess your position and the position of someone else you either live or work closely with.

There’s nothing worse than feeling obscure or unnoticed. Between the 1st and the 4th, you may feel a little under the weather in this respect, but you mustn’t for a minute assume that if you’re not invited to some function that it’s because you’ve done something wrong. The reasons may not be clear but don’t beat yourself up over it. This cycle will pass fairly quickly and things will get back to normal.

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Travels are on the cards this month. If inappropriate lunch breaks haven’t added up to enough of what you’d consider reasonable time out, you need to split and head for the hills. If you have a committed partner, they may also be feeling the same and this is a great time to scat! Go and spend some time on a beach doing nothing, or better still have a few cosy, candle-lit, romantic dinners whiling the time away.

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