Relationship expert Tracy Cox helps you decipher his messages and tells you what they really mean.
February is the month of love and therefore the month which can lead to the most confusion when it comes to the opposite sex. We often feel like we get mixed messages from guys. How many times have you gone to your friends with a text or a Facebook message, crying “what do you think it means?” or been confused over the kisses on a text he sent back “he usually puts three and today it’s just one?” It’s questioning like this that leads to us women going slightly loopy.
The world of digital messaging can be a complex and rather daunting prospect, especially when it comes to working out what he really wants and if he’s really into you. From looking at his tagged pictures and knowing when there is nothing to them, to when to text him if you haven’t heard back after a date. We can become fixated with the “right rules” and end up worrying whether an incorrectly timed response can ruin any chance we had.
Lucky for us, we have the holy grail that we have all been waiting for, our very own relationship expert Tracy Cox. She has teamed up with Confused.com to give you a master class in the world of digital communication, so that you can understand his messages and in turn understand him a little bit more.
Take a ride with Alex Reid, Celebrity Big Brother winner and beau of Katie Price talks about life since leaving the house
2010 has already been a rollercoaster year for mixed martial arts fighter Alex Reid. Not only did he beat off the competition to win Celebrity Big Brother but the former cage fighter is now also rumoured to be engaged to glamour model and celebrity mum Katie Price.
Always one to push himself to the max, the Big Brother survivor has also just launched a search for ultimate adrenaline junkies. These hardcore action lovers will preview the new rollercoaster TH13TEEN at the Alton Towers Resort before its grand opening on March 20th 2010 – but it’s not going to be an easy ride. Determined thrill seekers are being invited to test their metal with an application process that makes Big Brother seem like your little sister! In true BB style, wannabe riders will be put through their paces in a series of gruelling tests including:
Famous Relationship Guru Jenni Trent-Hughes Gives Her Tips on Dating
His & hers modern dating clinic
Any questions about dating in the 21st century – ask them and get the answer with famous relationship guru Jenni Trent-Hughes.
Chat date: 8th February 2010
Chat time: 14:30
The internet may have made it easier to find new singletons that are just right for you, but that doesn’t mean dating has got any easier. If anything, it’s harder.
Fortunately there are some people that seem to know exactly what to do in the modern dating world. Whether you’re a newly single girl who isn’t sure how to separate the freaks from the geeks, or a guy who wants to know what little gestures will melt her heart, from presenting her with Lindor LINDT chocolates or a bouquet of flowers – this live WebTV show will have everything you need to know to ensure you’re not single this Valentine’s Day.
And if you’re already in a relationship but need a helping hand, don’t worry! Life coach and relationship guru Jenni Trent-Hughes is here for you too. Send your question in now or tune in live to ask her for tips and advice on guaranteeing the perfect Valentine’s date.
TV presenter, top Tweeter, ice dancer, business man… how does Andi Peters do it all?
Join our live webTV show and find out from the man himself
Show date: Friday 29th January
Show time: 1pm
Generations of British families remember Andi Peters from the BBC ‘broom cupboard’ with furry friend Edd the Duck. Most recently, he starred in TV’s Dancing on Ice, and caused a stir with photos of his impressively bulked-up physique for a challenge in a leading men’s fitness magazine.
But behind the camera, Andi is enjoying a hugely successful and varied career. From producing and consulting on popular TV features and programmes such as Channel 4’s T4, to running his own successful business, his busy schedule means staying in touch with his friends, colleagues and business associates is more important than ever.
Rarely caught without his mobile, Andi regularly features on lists of top celebrity Tweeters and knows all about staying connected. So whether you’re an Andi Peters fan, or fancy getting some insider information on all things celeb, log on and chat to the man who knows the importance of staying well connected.
Andi Peters joins us live online at www.webchats.tv on Friday 29th January at 1pm
Brits follow formula to make their own luck in 2010
Four out of five Brits will use the power of thought and a positive mental attitude to ensure 2010 is luckier than last year. That’s according to a new report from Galabingo.com which shows a full 84% say avoiding a negative outlook will improve their odds.
It seems the over 50’s are the most likely to use positive thinking to influence their luck, with a score over 5% higher than the national average. But however much we’re going to be ‘thinking ourselves lucky’, it seems we’re still a superstitious lot. Over a fifth (22%) of people hope a charm will work for them and a similar amount rely on lucky numbers (18%).
Surprisingly, commonly cited ways of bringing luck on yourself seem to have waned in popularity. Only five per cent believe a four leaf clover will do anything for them and even less (2%) see the value in a so-called lucky rabbit’s foot.
Thankfully, while superstition evidently still plays heavy in our minds there is room for more practical ways of thinking. Over a third of us (36%) believe hard work will bring us good luck.
Galabingo.com conducted the study to find out what the nation thought after noticing interesting habits from their users once they had enjoyed a win; such as always playing at that same time of the day, sitting in the same place in the club, or using the same coloured dabber. They’ve even invented a formula factoring in aspects like positive thinking, patience and an adventurous spirit to help improve your luck during the year:
Being luckier all year = PMA + (365 X -N) + (52 X R) + (12 X +N)
PMA develop a positive mental attitude to life.
-N become less negative to little everyday occurances (one a day, all year long).
R take time to reflect on the week and to think about things. Make it a new year’s resolution to allow 15 minutes each week to stop and let your mind mull over the past few days. You’ll find ideas and memories will pop into your head that enable you to take more chances and invite luck your way.
+N once a month make an effort to try new things and explore new places – even if it’s just doing the weekly shop in a different supermarket. Accept the next unexpected offer, or even invite neighbours you’ve never got to know properly in for a new year’s drink. You never know what’s around that next corner!
Chartered psychologist, BBC3’s, Felix Economakis, says: “With 84 per cent of us already thinking positive this year, we’re on to a winning formula. Although we’re a superstitious lot, there is no real mystery to ‘thinking yourself lucky’ in 2010. A luckier life is achieveable for us all. Having a positive mind set will enables us to keep an open mind. Grabbing opportunities as they arise, keeps us looking on the bright side when bad things do happen.”
Regardless of numbers, it seems we do still adhere to some old wives tales.
According to the report, four in ten of us (37%) admit to touching wood to bring ourselves luck, around a third (30%) still believe finding a penny is lucky and a similar amount (28%) feel lucky when they see a shooting stars
Jean Jeanie – Watch this video to learn how you can love your jeans again!
Over the years we all go through various clothing styles but jeans will always be a permanent part of our wardrobes. Whether they’re skinny fit or bootcut, high waisted or flared, there’s a certain style that suits every one of us.
But as time goes by our body changes shape, and we’ll find that we don’t feel as confident in our favourite pair anymore. What once used to fit so well and look so good has become a pair of trophy jeans – something we aspire to get back into, one day in the future.
Research by Kellogg’s Special K shows more than one in three women have a pair of these trophy jeans and they act as an incentive to get in shape. For some girls, fitting into these jeans again is more important than their best friend’s wedding or even winning the lottery!
So whether you’re not sure what type of jeans suit you, simply want to get back into your old favourite pair or you’re still holding onto those goal jeans that need a bit of fixing up – watch this video for top tips from Elisabeth Wilson, wellbeing expert.
“Top Model” Kicks off 14th Cycle with Two-Hour Premiere on March 3
“The Vampire Dairies” and “Supernatural” Are Back with Brand New Episodes on Thursday, January 21
“Smallville” Flies Back into Action with Original Episodes on Friday, January 22
The Tuesday Dramas Heat Up with All New “90210” and “Melrose Place” Returning on March 9
The CW’s All-Original Monday Kicks Off on January 18
The CW Network announced today additional midseason plans, including the spring premiere of America’s Next Top Model and the return of original episodes across the schedule.
Making its 14th cycle debut, America’s Next Top Model kicks off with a two-hour premiere on Wednesday, March 3 (8:00-10:00p.m. ET), before settling into its regularly scheduled time period on Wednesday, March 10 (8:00-9:00p.m. ET). Programming for the post-Top Model hour will be announced at a later time.
The CW’s Thursday dramas, the freshman hit The Vampire Diaries and Supernatural, return with original episodes starting on January 21. The next night, Smallville flies back into action with new episodes on Friday, January 22 (8:00-9:00p.m. ET). The CW’s Tuesday combination of 90210 and Melrose Place will turn up the drama with the return of original episodes on March 9.
As previously announced, The CW’s new Monday schedule begins its run of all-original episodes beginning Monday, January 18 with the series debut of Life Unexpected (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET), which follows the return of original episodes of One Tree Hill that night in the 8:00-9:00 p.m. timeslot. Encores of Life Unexpected and Gossip Girl will air Wednesdays beginning January 20 until the two-hour debut of Top Model on March 3.
On March 8, Life Unexpected moves to the 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET timeslot, followed by the return of Gossip Girl from 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET. On April 19, after Life Unexpected has completed its initial 13-episode run, the Monday-night schedule will finish the broadcast season with One Tree Hill at 8:00 p.m. and Gossip Girl at 9:00 p.m.
Following is The CW’s midseason plans for premieres and the return of new episodes to the schedule (in chronological order):
Monday, January 18
8:00-9:00 pm One Tree Hill (Original Episodes Return)
9:00-10:00 pm Life Unexpected (Series Premiere)
Thursday, January 21
8:00-9:00 p.m. The Vampire Diaries (Original Episodes Return)
Michael Jackson marathon this Monday, 12/28 — starting at 11 AM/10C, Fuse will be airing the King of Pop’s biggest videos and brightest moments all day and all night in a wall-to-wall MJ marathon.
Watch this webTV show to learn how to say no to yo-yo dieting and make this your last New Year resolution to lose weight
Show date: Monday 4th January
Show time: 2:30pm
This coming year more and more of us are likely to make dieting our New Year’s resolution. However for many of us, this will be a ritual we are all too familiar with. Having tried dieting the year before and been unsuccessful, the process of losing weight and then gaining it is something us women struggle with on a regular basis.
Losing weight and keeping the weight off can give you a better quality of life, not only will you look fabulous in that dress, but the health benefits are astounding, reducing the risk of life threatening diseases such as type-2 diabetes and heart disease, two of the leading causes of death worldwide1.
With all the weight loss programmes and diets that Britons are attempting this New Year, it’s important to know what food and exercise combinations can help you lose weight – consequently reducing visceral fat. Visceral fat which surrounds vital organs in the abdomen can’t be seen or felt, but the metabolically active fat in unhealthy amounts can add to serious health problems.
In this live WebTV show, David Haslam, chairman of the National Obesity Forum, and Terry Maguire, Pharmacist of Maguire Pharmacy, Belfast, explain what you can do to avoid the yo-yo dieting pattern and how to get rid of dangerous hidden fat. We also have Paula Keogh talking about her weight loss experiences with alli*. Submit your questions before hand or ask them live.
Here’s an interesting message from the UnReality Team
Right – it’s no secret I’ve thought X Factor was lame this year. The talent was lacking in a lot of the finalists, and there were a lot of problems. Mentoring in particular needs an overhaul:
“The judges cannot give good, constructive criticism and advice if they invested in select groups of contestants as their mentor.”
We saw it this year with Simon, who wouldn’t say a word against his contestants, even when they were awful. If Olly had been mentored by Louis, imagine the harsh comments he’d have made – tacky, like a bad wedding singer, etc.
a) They need to concentrate on the contestants as individuals. If Jamie’s a rocker, find out what he’s passionate about and give him the right songs. We need to see the contestants develop as artists so we know who they’ll be when they emerge.
b) They need a seperate team of mentors – Yvie Burnett is a must for vocal coaching, but they’ll need advice on stage presence and stuff like that. I think Brian Friedman needs to go as creative director though.
c) The theme weeks are a disaster – look at Jamie Afro, Rachel Adedeji who ended up singing songs that didn’t suit them. Scrap the themes and give the contestants the right songs – it’ll create a bit more variety on the night as well!
d) The winner’s song – it can’t be a boring power ballad. That’s unimaginative and bad for the winner. Give them a song that’ll compete in the charts and stop with the schmaltzy key-change nonsense.
Two very cool new clips. Check them out!! How amazing does Bethany Joy Galeotti from One Tree Hill sound? And the next time I have to apologize to someone, I’m going to do it just like Chuck Bass…hilarious!
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