We can either attempt to beat the markets using actively-managed mutual funds or earn market returns with index funds and select exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

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Paradoxically, when we put in schemes to control our food intake or attempt to change our shape, we can think that we are taking charge and we gain some short-term relief from the constant judgmental noises inside our heads.

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"There was only one watering can used in the rescue attempt and we have it in a safe, " said Mr Woodley.

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At the same time, we can also see how creation science or intelligent-design theories attempt to make God another secondary cause, another explanation for empirical events, without attending to the deeper level of causation that God provides.

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We know, too, that there can be warning signs before a suicide attempt.

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There can be no world in which everything we want is all possible and the attempt to realise Utopia just brings about tears and farce.

BBC: The Coast of Utopia

We hope that the latest attempt by BP to stop the leak will be a success and everyone can begin the difficult next phase of this process.

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