Relationships: Are Patterns Running Our Relationships?

By Oliver J R Cooper

There are people who have relationships that are generally: supportive, secure, loving and what could be described as functional. And there are others who are in relationships that are: unhealthy, dysfunctional, disempowering and even abusive.

Functional

Now, for people in the first description, this is often what is normal to them. And based on the outsiders perspective they could be portrayed as lucky and fortunate. And all kinds of things can be used to justify why they have these types of relationships.

It could be due to how attractive they are, or how intelligent they are or something similar. These points of view often come from what is visible to the human eye and what has been defined, often through societal conditioning, as what leads to a healthy relationship.

Dysfunctional

And for the person who has relationships that are similar to the second description; they are also what will feel normal to them. These are the people are often labelled as unlucky and unfortunate.

For these people it can often be put down to circumstances and how they have no choice. It may be that it's the other people who are the problem. Society will often name these people as victims and having no choice in what is occurring.

An Analogy

If one were to drive to place where there are traffic lights and on the first occasion that this happened they were on red and then on the subsequent occasions they were on red again; it may appear that the lights were against one. And that there was no order to when they would be on or off.

One might then believe that one is either lucky or unlucky as to whether the light was on red. This means that some people would be lucky to get green and others would be unlucky to get red. As the ego mind takes things personally; it could seem that the lights had some kind of hidden agenda.

But if one were to observe the patterns that the light has; it would be quite clear that each of the traffic lights has a set period of time when it will go onto a certain colour. It is not personal; it is simply doing what is has been programmed to do.

The Ego Mind

And without wanting to influence the meaning that one has taken from this analogy; this relates to the ego minds way of working. Because on one side there are clear patterns in relationships and on the other it is easy to take what happens in ones relationships personally.

These patterns are there because they have been associated, though years of programming, as what is familiar and therefore safe to the ego mind. And as a result of this, the ego mind will likely take the patterns personally. This means that if one is identified with the mind, one will feel that this is who they are. To the ego mind, whatever is classed as familiar, will be what one sees as their identity.

One Reason

So the only reason these relationship patterns are there is not because this is who one is or that its ones nature; it is simply because they have become what is classed as familiar. And in order to change the patterns that one has, one has to change the minds associations of what is safe.

Patterns

The patterns that one has in their relationships can range from many different roles being played. This could be:

· To feel continually victimised

· Being taken advantage of

· To having to constantly compromise

· Having ones needs ignored and denied

· Routinely feeling rejected and abandoned

· Being controlled and having no choice

· Feeling invisible and that one doesn't exist

· Having to put up with mental, emotional and/or physical abuse

· Fearing intimacy and closeness

· Feeling powerless

Stepping Back

If ones relationships are looked at individually and are perceived as who one is, it will be difficult to notice presence of patterns. By stepping back and looking at ones time line of relationships, a better understanding of what patterns are in place will begin to appear.

This may be something one can do through remembering what happened in their mind or writing down the experiences that one has had within the different relationships throughout their life. It is then likely that specific feelings and thoughts will appear again and again.

Once one is aware of what these patterns are, actions can then be taken to change these patterns of behaviour and the internal processes that go along with it.

Normal

The ego mind will not take this lying down though; there will be conflict that arises. Because through the mind associating these patterns and familiar and safe; they are then what feels normal.

And although consciously we may want to change these patterns, to the ego mind it will feel uncomfortable to go against these patterns. On the surface this may sound ridiculous, but then the ego minds primary motivation is survival. And if ones ego mind has associated these dysfunctional patterns as what will lead to that; then it is inevitable that it will resist all attempts to change them; no matter how destructive they are.

And the longer these patterns have been around for, the harder it is to change them. These patterns are probably the only way that one has experienced life and this means that it seems like nothing more than a dream to have relationships that are fulfilling,

Childhood

The way that one perceives relationships and the behaviour that one has in relationships, largely comes from how they were treated as a child. As a child, one is helpless, needy and completely reliant on caregivers.

And how the primary caregiver responds to these needs will go a long way in setting ones relationship patterns for the rest of their life. Was one: acknowledged, soothed, cared for, mirrored and regulated on a basis that was generally consistent? Or was one: rejected, abandoned, smothered or ignored on a fairly consistent manner?

Expectations

These early experiences will often define what one expects from relationships in latter life. This will be from all types of relationships that one will encounter. And no matter where one goes on this planet; these expectations will go with them.

And as I mentioned above, because they were ones first experiences, they end up as what our ego mind associated as familiar.

Awareness

One can only trapped by these patterns if they are unaware of them. Here one will carry on acting in the same way and the same story will continue.

With awareness, ones relationships can change for the better. Many years ago I heard Tracy Holloway say 'Awareness is not enough'. And this of course depends on how one is affected by it.

Often we become aware and we can still act, think and feel the same and this is due to the nature of the mind: with the unconscious mind being what needs to change and not just the conscious.

This is why therapies that target the unconscious mind can be so effective in creating change.

My name is Oliver J R Cooper and I have been interested in self awareness for over nine years. For two years, I have been expressing my understandings with these transformational writings. One of my intentions is to be a catalyst to others, as other people have been and continue to be to me.

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The Art of Conversation

By Margaret Paul, Ph.D.

What happens in your conversations with people? The kind of conversation you have with someone says a lot about both you and them.

There are mainly two kinds of conversations: one-way conversations and two-way conversations.

One-Way Conversations

My client, Henry, complained to me that his girlfriend, Giselle, rarely asks him questions about himself, and when she does, she doesn't respond to his answer but instead goes into something about her. While he is very attracted to her, he is starting to feel lonely with her and uncared for by her. However, Henry does not take loving care of himself in the relationship. From the beginning, because he was so attracted to Giselle, he ignored the signs that something was amiss in the relationship. He was afraid to speak up for himself and ask her, with a true intent to learn, why she does this. Now that they have been together for four months, this is becoming a big issue with him. But all this time Giselle thought it was okay with Henry that she did this, since he never said anything.

In a session with Nan, she said that a childhood friend of hers came to visit - someone she had not seen for a long time. Her friend, Lila, stayed for a weekend and at the end of the weekend, Nan felt drained and exhausted.

"I've done a lot of growth recently. In the past, I was such a people-pleaser that I never noticed that Lila doesn't give anything at all. Looking back, I realized that I used to talk and talk to entertain her, never realizing what was actually happening between us. This time I saw clearly that, not only was she not really listening, but she never commented on anything I said. She just sat there staring at me. It was extremely disconcerting and draining. I can't believe I used to feel I had to entertain her. She is like an empty vessel just wanting to be filled, and I used to keep trying to fill her. This time, when I stopped talking, there was just silence between us, which was awkward. She has got to be one of the emptiest people I've ever known. She doesn't talk about herself and she doesn't respond to me - she just stares!

My client Hannah has a similar situation to Henry with a good friend of hers.

"I love Serena so much. We have been friends for years, and most of the time she is open and attentive when we get together. But sometimes, no matter what I say about me, she finds a way to bring it back to her. Then she goes on and on in a monologue, not even noticing whether or not I'm listening. And she doesn't seem to be conscious about what she is doing."

The thing that all three of my clients have in common is that it's hard for them to speak up about what is happening. Henry needs to ask, with sincere curiosity, "Giselle, how come you rarely ask me about me, and even when you do, you don't listen to my answer - instead going on and on about you"? Nan needed to say to Lila, "Lila, I'm really curious about why you just stare at me instead of engaging in conversation with me?" Hannah needs to say to Serena, "Sometimes we have great two-way conversations, but today it seems all about you. What's going on?"

Tamara writes: "When my mother-in-law is over for a family get-together like Easter dinner or such and there are lots of people around, she will ask someone, 'So how are you?' Before they have a chance to say what's going on in their lives, she will cut them off and start talking about herself - before they get three words out." This is one of the signs of narcissism.

Two-Way Conversations

These tend to be very satisfying conversations, where each person listens well, responds with caring, and asks questions to deepen the interaction. When both people are open and caring, there tends to be a natural balance regarding how much each person speaks. I love the intimacy of two-way conversations. When I've been talking awhile, I switch into asking caring questions of the other person, and the other person does the same. As we go back and forth, the conversations deepens.

If you want two-way conversations, then you need to either speak up for yourself or not spend time with people who either don't respond to you or go on and on about themselves.

You might want to notice what kind of conversationalist you are, and what happens with others in your conversations.

Margaret Paul, Ph.D. is the best-selling author and co-author of eight books, including "Do I Have To Give Up Me To Be Loved By You?" and "Healing Your Aloneness." She is the co-creator of the powerful Inner Bonding® healing process. Learn Inner Bonding now! Visit her web site for a FREE Inner Bonding course: http://www.innerbonding.com or email her at margaret@innerbonding.com. Phone sessions available.

My Girlfriend Broke Up With Me a Month Ago - What Should I Do?

By Chris Tyler

It's been a month since you and your girlfriend split up and even as that time has passed, you can't help but to feel like you want to have her back in your life. You had figured that after a month you'd at least be somewhat over her, but that doesn't seem to be the case. In fact, in some ways - you seem to want her more now that a month has passed by. What should you do?

Depending on how long the two of you were with one another, a month can either be a long time or a short time. For a couple that was in a relationship for several years, a month is actually a short amount of time. On the other hand, for a couple that was together for less than a year, a month is a long time. So, depending on your situation, it might be more than enough time to know exactly what you want or it might not be long enough.

However, let's take a look at some things that you can do if you want her back:

1. You should know why she decided to end the relationship.

Either she probably told you why she wanted to end the relationship or deep down, you know what the reason was. You have to know why it came to an end if you are going to have a chance of being able to win her back. There are probably some changes that you need to make in order for her to want to give you another chance and the only way that you know what changes you have to make is if you know why she decided to end the relationship.

2. You need to make sure that you are not just sulking and feeling bad since the break up.

You really can't expect to make any positive changes in your life or to have a solid shot at being able to win back your girlfriend if you are sulking and feeling sorry for yourself since you and her broke up with one another. Imagine that you were to have a conversation with her and she asked what you had been up to recently. What would you think would impress her more, saying that you have been busy and sounding happy, or saying that you have been depressed and sounding like you haven't done anything at all? You know which one would impress her more.

3. If you really want her back, you are going to have to intrigue her again.

Intrigue can be very powerful. When you can make her feel intrigued by you again, you'll be someone that she is thinking about quite a bit. And when a woman starts thinking about a certain guy quite a bit, what usually happens? She usually finds herself having romantic feelings about that guy, right? That is exactly the way that you want her to feel about YOU. And if she DOES, getting her back won't be that hard at all.

Knowing how to make her want you again is the secret to winning her back.

3 Relationship Rules for Men - Advice That Will Make It Easier to Keep the Relationship Alive

By Andrew Grimsley

It can be terribly disappointing to end up being in a relationship with a woman you know you like to be with and have that feeling that it can all end at any moment. You want to know what it is that you can do that will make your relationship as good as it can be and whatever you can do that will make your girlfriend feel happy being with you. That is a good thing, because there are a lot of men who don't take the time to even think about stuff like that and they usually end up regretting it later on when it is too late and their girlfriend really has gone.

Here are 3 relationship rules for men that will help keep it alive:

1. Don't put work over your girlfriend if you can help it.

Do you really want to be that guy who spends all of his time at a job he hates and neglects to spend time with the woman that you love? I know, you have to go to work and that is okay. However, be careful about spending too much time on the job and not enough with your girlfriend. You don't want to end up waking up to an empty bed all because you spend too much time on the job, do you?

2. Take her away once in a while so that the two of you can be alone.

It's always good to getaway whenever you can with your girlfriend and the more often that you are able to do this, the better. It's amazing what a weekend away with your woman can do to your relationship and how it can make her feel really happy being with you. You may not be able to afford this as much as you'd like to, but when you can, it is a good idea to plan a getaway with just her so that the two of you can have some much needed alone time.

3. Keep dating her.

One of the issues that always seems to drag down a relationship, is when you become so comfortable with her that you stop dating her. By that, I mean when you stop taking her out and you just spend your time sitting on the couch, surfing through shows that you don't really want to watch. You need to keep dating her even when you know that she is yours if you want to keep her happy being with you.

These 10 dating rules for men can help if you are still in the dating stage. And this can help if you are having relationship problems with your girlfriend: Relationship Problems with Your Girlfriend

What Can Help You Decide Whether to Stay in a Rotten Relationship or Leave?

By Doron Gil, Ph.D.

When you are dissatisfied with your relationship and experience endless arguments with your partner - what makes you stay? You probably might come up with various explanations justifying why you must stay in the relationship (for the sake of the children, because of economical reasons, due to other circumstances). But it also happens that there are noexternal reasons for staying - only your fears of being alone, of changing a life-style you have been accustomed to, of being criticized by others, and so on.

Here under is a typical dialogue between a couple. You can clearly notice how awful their situation is, but in spite it all they tend to stay together - without love and without mutual support. And you might wonder: why do they "do it" to themselves?

She: "We need to take care of extending the lease on our apartment next week."
He: "Next week is impossible. I have much work to do."
She: "Are you telling me your bloody work is more important than ensuring everything is fine with the lease for next year?"
He: "Don't be stupid! Don't be more stupid than what you already are!"
She: "I am sick of you calling me stupid! "
He: "So stop behaving like one!"
She: "The problem is that everything that is different from what you think, you say is stupid and you think that I am always wrong! This time we really need to do it next week."
He: "Well, you think - assuming that you can think! - that everything needs to be done the way and the time you think it should?"
She: "I don't want to start crying... I... "
He: "Well, don't start it again. You always do that. Just don't!"
She: "You bastard!"
He: "You can always leave; I've told you that a hundred times. Just leave, for God's sake!"

She feels she hates him. She hates the way he treats her; the way he always controls her; the way he insults her. But she doesn't leave.

These kinds of dialogues repeat themselves over and over again. At times you might think, oh well, the two still love each other. Indeed, at times this is the case. The two love each other and still treat one another badly and cruelly. But often this is not the case. The two just don't get along with each other; they disagree on almost everything. One of them is controlling the other and treats the partner like nothing.

But the partner still stays in the relationship. Whether due to fear of loneliness; insecurity; a history of past relationships which is an indication that the next one - if at all - will not be any different. So he/she stays.

No one says that leaving a relationship is easy. The question is, when it comes to your well-being, to your happiness and your quality of life, are you better of in a rotten relationship or by yourself?

It is up to you to decide. But you can make a proper decision only when you are aware of your fears and needs, of what might keep you hanging on to a partner which is not for you, in a relationship which is unhealthy and not satisfying. Only then - when you become aware of what makes you stay stuck in a relationship which is not good - you are able to make a conscious decision which will bring you to the shores of a better intimacy.

With the holidays and New Year approaching, isn't it a good time to contemplate what will be best for you, and make it one of your New Year Resolutions?

Doron Gil, Ph.D., an expert on Self-Awareness and Relationships, is the author of: "The Self-Awareness Guide to a Successful Intimate Relationship: Understanding Why You Fail in Your Relationships Over and Over Again and Learning How to Stop it!" Available as eBook and paperback: http://www.amazon.com/Self-Awareness-Guide-Successful-Intimate-Relationship/dp/143925141X/

Dr. Gil has a 30 year experience as a university teacher, workshop leader, counselor and consultant. He has taught classes on Self-Awareness and Relationships to thousands of students, lectured widely on these and related topics at conferences world-wide, gave workshops and trained physicians, managers, school teachers and parents on how to develop Self-Awareness in order to improve their personal and professional relationships.

How To Determine If Someone Is a Liar By Observing Their Body Language

By Paul Luciw

Determining if someone is lying to you by observing their body language is possible. However it requires training and much practice. You do not want to judge someone to be a liar based on their body language if you do not have the proper training in this type of activity.

There are somethings to look for in a person's body movement that you can use as indicators of lying. But it is recommended you use several of these indicators. You should also consider the emotional state of the person when you are considering their body language. Pervious to your observation the person may have been through a very stressful situation. There emotions could still be elevated and make any clues provided by body signs incorrect.

Another factor to consider is how you view this person. Do you have any ideas which are based on what other people may have said. You as the observer must have no prejudices towards the person being observed. Having prejudices that could taint your judgement will cloud you observations. You as the observer do not want to form an opinion without adequate evidence.

You also have to consider the type of liar they are and how good they are at it. Some liars are very good at their deceit and can even fool the most expert human lie detector. The liar could actually be an expert at determining if someone is lying to them by observing their body movement. So they will know how to conceal their deceit. This could make it very difficult to determine if they are lying.

Best Regards

Knowing the meaning of a liars body language could help you determine if someone is telling the truth. Click a "liars body language" to find out more about this method of discovering if someone you know is telling the truth.

Why You Should Never Break Up a Couple So That You Can Get Back With Your Ex

By T. S. Drew

The temptation to break up a couple just to get back with your ex might be irresistible. You might have several reasons why this idea has come up in your mind. But no matter what your reasons might be, you have to remember that it is always a bad idea to break up a couple in order for you to have your way. Here are the reasons why.

• There is a Reason Why You Two Broke Up

Always remember the reasons for your break up. Stop thinking of how you two were so in love with each other previously. Instead, think of the reasons why that love is gone now. Think of the frequent arguments, insults, and especially of the pain that you have gone through your previous relationship. You do not want all those happening again, do you? Accept the fact why you broke up and it is now over between you two. Try to be friends with them instead.

• You Will Suffer Another Break Up Again

If you have already gone through several break up, then probably your again suffer the same experience. Or if this is your first break up, there is still a huge possibility of going through that turmoil again because this time he or she already has someone new. Moreover, just in case you succeed with your idea of break up, you will just hurt your ex's new love. You will let them suffer what you have gone through. You know of all people how devastating it is to lose someone, so be considerate of the others feelings. Instead of planning this break up idea, go out with your friends and have fun being single and available.

• Jealousy and Suspicion Will Always be Present

You might have already talked with your friends during the time you and your ex have already broken up. You might have heard from your friends that they have seen the new lovers hanging out already. This will definitely stick to your mind. Thus, if ever you get back with your ex, you cannot avoid being jealous or suspicious with him or her. This is another reason why it will again lead to another break up with you two.

• You and Your Ex Probably Haven't Changed a Lot

You cannot easily change what you were used to in just a month or so and this is probably the same in his case. Thus, if you two get back, you are just going to repeat the things that led you to a break up.

Although it may be hard to accept that you and your ex are not meant for each other, still you need to face that fact. This is not to hurt you more but to save yourself from more heartache. Besides, there are billions of available single out there who might be the one for you. So instead of wasting your time trying to succeed in your break up plan, why not spend it looking for the one who will treat you and give you all the love you need.

If your still having problems getting over your ex and you want to learn more on how you can move on with someone else then go to howto-get-over-your-ex.com and buy the How To Finally Get Over Your Ex e-book by T.S. Drew.

Three Ways to Create Happy, Healthy Holiday Relationships

By Gabrielle Marie Loomis

For most women, happy and healthy relationships are an essential component to feeling fulfilled in life. They bring a sense of joy, purpose and connectedness and are central to our wellbeing. And then comes the holidays. That's right, it's the time of year when we feel equally enamored with and utterly annoyed at the people in our lives.

With the extra activities, obligatory functions and financial pressures, the holidays put stress and strain on relationships and surviving them with your relationships in tact, can be no small feat!
When surveyed, women unanimously (see survey) said the most stressful part of the holidays was managing family. With all the extra events, obligations and negotiations, it can sometimes feel like a challenge to get through the holidays with your self and your sanity. But there are actually three simple ways you can create happy and healthy holiday relationships - and you don't even need the cooperation of your in-laws!

1. Communicate openly and often.

Part of the stress of the holidays is that there are many people and preferences to take into consideration. It's that time of year when we are all trying to connect with loved ones both far and near and all in a few weeks. They even made a satire movie a few years ago about a couple needing to visit with four different families in four different cities all on Christmas Day!

With so much planning and preparing, what can so often happen, is that women are all too ready to compromise, clam up and not really express our thoughts and opinions. Our Cousin Phil needs us to come by earlier or our husband needs to change our plans and we find ourselves being the "go along" girl and acquiescing to other's automatically. Rather than speaking up for what is best for us, it can appear simpler to just not say anything. However, repeatedly not expressing ourselves or communicating our thoughts and opinions leads to disappointments, and unfulfilled expectations.

The best way to avoid the negative consequences of miscommunication is to find ways of expressing yourself that are clear, unemotional and focused on you. Instead of just saying "yes" when everything inside of you is screaming "no", try saying that you would like to find a compromise and make things work. Offer suggestions and be proactive in finding solutions rather than just assuming things have to be a certain way.

2. Shift your focus.

Another common experience women have is we lose our sense of self or identify during the holiday hustle and bustle. With so much going on and in the spirit of the season, it's common to fall into the alluring trap of being completely "other focused" during this time of year. We make everything about other's needs, wants and desires. The challenge with that is that it lacks balance. Often it's also accompanied by the mistaken belief that if we put our own needs, wants and desires second that somehow that will make the holidays better for everyone else.

While this may be the case occasionally, the more we discount ourselves, including our intuition, needs, wants and desires, the more we open the door to feelings such as bitterness and resentment and thoughts that we are being taken advantage of or that we don't matter. And at the end of the season, many women find that they have neglected themselves creating feelings of emptiness and exhaustion.

See if this year, you can let others take full ownership of their experience and instead focus on making the season enjoyable for you. Identify what are the experiences you most want to have during the holidays, such as meaningful connections with others or the joy in helping others with less resources and then plan your activities accordingly.

3. Be open to receive.

Whether it's taking care of others, accommodating requests or compromising, the holidays are all about giving, giving, giving. While it is normal and natural to give during the season, many women give automatically without much thought to their deeper motives. Are you giving out of obligation or desire? Do you give to avoid the consequences or because you genuinely want to help? Giving is great as long as you allow yourself to say now when it is too much.

Sometimes we get so involved with giving, that we forget it's a two way street! After all, if there was no one to receive, we would have nothing to give. This holds true for others as well and sometimes the best thing we can do, is allow others the joy in giving to us.

This holiday season, identify your limits and play with allowing others to give to you. This could be anything from letting someone hold the door open for you to letting a loved one help you in some significant way. Practice responding with a smile and a thank you.

Now of course, these three steps will create happy and healthy relationships year round, but with the holidays, they are essential. I invite you to implement some of the above suggestions and see if your holiday season can be rich and meaningful as well as fun and festive.

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What Is a Siblingship Test?

By Robbert Pierce

Advancements in DNA testing have made it possible for individuals to obtain some forms of testing for an extremely reasonable price with kits used at home and mailed into a lab. Depending on the source administering the test, the rigor of the test, and special criteria such as whether the results should be court-admissible evidence, the costs for such tests range from as little as $100 up to a few hundred - still an extremely reasonable fee for the peace of mind such a test can provide.

What is a siblingship test? 
Siblingship tests are one of the most common types of DNA testing. The goal is to determine to exactly what degree two people are related: whether they are full siblings (share both parents) or half-siblings (share one parent). Most of the time, half-sibling tests are done to determine if two individuals who know they share the same mother also share the same father. As the Internet and social media have greatly expanded the ability of potentially related individuals to find one another, this type of DNA testing is rapidly increasing in popularity.

How reliable are siblingship tests? 
A great many factors go into the reliability of a siblingship test. A child and his or her parents share a number of direct markers that can more easily determine relationship. A maternity or paternity test, therefore, can more easily identify the parents of each potential sibling to find the ultimate answer to the sibling question - sometimes a company will label a siblingship test that nonetheless requires a sample from at least one parent.

A true siblingship test is often done when the parents are missing, deceased, or otherwise unwilling or unable to contribute genetic matter to a test, and requires only genetic material from the potential siblings in question. The genetic relationship between siblings - especially half-siblings - is significantly less direct than that of parent and child, so determining a relationship with certainty is not always guaranteed. Some pairs of siblings, by simple luck of the genetic draw, share more genetic markers than others. Sometimes the best that can be done is an indication that the two individuals are somehow related, without getting more specific.

What is done in a siblingship test? 
To begin, a private DNA test is ordered from a company providing testing services. The kit contains simple mouth swabs that each individual uses, secures, and mails back to the lab for testing. The process takes only seconds. Results are usually available within one week of samples arriving back at the lab.

The lab identifies several sets of "short tandem repeat" (STR) markers in the DNA of each individual. These markers, which are short, repeating sections of DNA, are closely tied to parentage and are often used for all types of identification. Since siblings vary more than parents and children, these markers may or may not share much similarity between siblings. Once the genetic profiles are assembled, a statistic analysis is performed based on the similarity of the profiles, giving the odds that two individuals are related and how.

The Centre for Legal and Medical Genetics is often selected by legal aid services organizations across Canada for their expert DNA testing services. To order a paternity test or book an appointment, visit http://www.dnatest.ca/