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“I’m not angry!” shouts someone in the distance. Their face turns to a reddish hue, their brows are knit, everything seems black and they find it impossible to sit still. According to some demonology studies, anger actually represents the possession of a body by the demon, Amon – a Marquis of Hell. But today, neuroscientists think they have found the source of anger in a brain region called the amygdale. Is it chemistry or is it the devil? “Anger is a short madness,” said Horace.

Who has never fallen into this irrational sin? Be aware of your emotions because like the other deadly sins, anger is a fatal capital sin and has a conviction: going to the fourth circle of hell in The Divine Comedy by the Italian writer Dante Alighieri. There you’ll see your limbs torn and broken for all eternity…That’s where anger is vented. This is an “inordinate appetite for revenge,” according to Christianity.

Of the 7 deadly sins, anger is the worst because it triggers all the other vices (lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, envy, pride). It is related to the failures, frustrations and conflicts of each person and it can lead to murder, crimes of passion and physical violence, etc. Therefore, anger is the sin that kills.

Anger is a non-controlled feeling of hatred and anger. It is the only sin that is not necessarily related to egoism and self-interest (although one can have anger about selfishness, or jealousy). Psychology has much work to do about it, because the energy control is not easy. The best thing is to use this pain to strengthen our character, preferring the patience and the reflection.

The Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius was right when he said that “the consequences of anger are always far worse than the causes that provoke it”. Neurologists say that anger comes from a brain region called the amygdale, which belongs to a primitive brain area that registers threats and the perception of danger.

Do you have any reason to explode into a bout of anger? Are you sure? Relax; we have a proposal that will calm you: a stay in the Italian capital will leave you in wonder. Rent Apartments in Rome to find the best accommodation. They are so comfortable and cheap that you will have no reason to get angry.

We’ve all seen the movies La Dolce Vita and The Godfather, the favourite food of most kids is pizza and a lot of people choose Italy as their holiday destination. And we all have an image in our mind of what a typical Italian looks like. But are all these Italian stereotypes true? Where there’s smoke there’s fire, right? Let’s talk about some of the most common ideas foreigners have about Italians.

They eat pasta every day. True, Italians love pasta and lasagne. Pasta is a generic term; since there is more then 600 varieties, from farfalle and rigatoni to penne. An average Italian is said to eat about 28 kg of pasta per year, and they prefer to eat their pasta ‘Al dente’, which foreigners often find raw. Compare it with rice or potatoes. Instead eating potatoes with meat, fish or vegetables everyday, Italians eat pasta.

Italian men are great lovers. This is partly true. A poll in which more then 15,000 women from all over the world participated ranks Italians as the third best lovers in the world. They are passionate, give you all the attention you want, and know how to flirt. Does that make them womanizers? They sure as hell used to be, ask any woman in her forties and chances are pretty high she once had her heart broken by an Italian summer lover. But today it seems like these machos or players are on the verge of extinction. 7 out of 10 Italian men admitted being too insecure to flirt with girls on the beach.

All Italians dress very well. False, it is a mistake that all Italian girls seem to come straight off the cover of Vogue and not all Italian men wear Armani suits. They don’t like to stand out and everyone does dress more or less the same, but that doesn’t necessarily mean designer clothes. But what about the typical ‘Guido’, with his tight white t-shirts, necklace, spray on tan and massive amounts of hair gel? Although Italian men are very concerned with fashion, these type of tacky wannabe Italians you’ll only find in the United States.

Italian men are momma’s boys. True. 1 out of 3 Italian men sees his mother everyday, and 7 out of 10 single men above 35 still live with their parents. Most of them don’t leave home until they are married. Italian mothers are very protective and love to be in control of their son’s lives because only the very best is good enough for their boys. Sadly, 1 out of 3 divorced women pointed to their mother in law as the main cause for their divorce. But on the other hand, if you stand up to the Italian mama, set your boundaries and convince her that you’ll take care of her son very well, she’ll welcome you into the family with open arms and do anything for you.

No, not all Italians belong to the mafia. Yes, they often say ‘Mamma Mia’ and not everyone drives a Lamborghini. When in Rome, do as the Romans do… Spend a wonderful holiday in Rome, and find out for yourself if these stereotypes are true or not! And why not rent you own apartment in Rome and throw yourself completely into the Italian way of life!

One of the secrets of world history forms part of our everyday life: the mysterious G-spot. Numerous scientists reveal time and again some new interesting details about the erogenous zone of the female body. Men especially try to find this particular spot for giving their women some incredible pleasure. But unfortunately most of them think that it’s like a button which you have to push and then everything will be fine. But, my dear fellows, it’s quite the reverse!

There are a lot of important facts which leads to an incredibly good orgasm. It’s like a team sport where each member contributes for reaching the victory. In this metaphorical sense, the G-spot would be like the team captain. Important keywords are the clitoral and the vaginal orgasm. Each woman has her personal preferences, but from the scientific point of view they don’t need to have a G-spot for reaching a climax. Besides, there isn’t any anatomical proof of the existence of the G-spot, rather than a special kind of accumulation of nerves in the vaginal zone. Nevertheless, scientific research doesn’t give up in the search of the G-spot. A lot of scientists talk about a kind of mystery. The G-spot is a bit like UFO’S – there are some claiming to have seen them, others don’t, or some people believing and others declining its existence.

This erogenous zone, which by the way is called Gräfenberg Spot, isn’t a new thing. It’s quite the opposite. The G-spot has a long history and has already appeared in different sexual literature throughout the centuries. Whether in The Kama Sutra (IV. century), in essays of the Dutch anatomist Regnier de Graaf (XVII. century) or in investigations of the famous gynecologist Ernst Gräfenberg (1881-1957), there has always been a kind of rumor about a mysterious area in the vaginal zone.

In the end, nobody should despair in searching for the G-spot, because we all know that a women has numerous erogenous zones: starting with the earlobes, the neck, the nipples or the feet. The female body is just an exciting voyage of discovery.

Have you neglected your partner recently due to the stressful everyday life? Then, why don’t you surprise him/her with an incredible trip to one of the most amazing European cities? The Italian capital will captivate you without any doubt. Rent the best apartments in Rome and enjoy cheap and comfortable accommodation for enjoying those sensual moments.

Italy, the land of ice-cream, pizza and spaghetti! Rome, where gladiators fought with lions! Who said this was not a child friendly city? Italians love bambini, and after this trip your children will consider Rome their best holiday ever.

The first obvious stop is the Colosseum. At the entrance is usually a gladiator, kids will love to take photo him. The ruins are perfectly preserved, which makes it easier for them to imagine. They will be fascinated by the tunnels below, where the animals and gladiators waited to enter the arena.

There are two small theme parks around Rome. Il Fantastico Mondo is at about 15km from the centre. Don’t expect big Disneyland-style attractions, but the little ones will like it. If you are travelling with teenagers better go to Aquapiper, a water park with a lot of slides (2 of them almost vertical).

On a rainy day, there are two great options. Explora is Italy’s first children’s museum and is divided in 4 parts: me, society, nature and communication. Everything is adapted to their height, and they are invited to touch and experiment with everything. There is even a mini village with a supermarket, a gas station and a banc where the kids are in charge! The newest attraction in Rome is the Time Elevator, which is a 5D experience. You can choose from 3 different experiences: Rome, An ode to life or Escape from bane manor. A 3D movie, combined with multi-sensorial effects such as wind and water, a moving platform and an impressive surround system. Might be scary for the younger ones, but your teens will be impressed.

Of course, don’t miss out on all the culture Rome has to offer. If you tell them the right story, it can be fun for them too! Give them a coin to make a wish (Anything, whether it’s a Barbie doll or a pony)) at the Trevi fountain, and let them admire the artists and human statues at the Piazza Navona. They will feel like a knight in the Castel Sant’Angelo, and it offers amazing views. Ask you children to point out the things they recognize.

If you’re kids are brave and adventurous, take them to the crypt of the Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini. It contains the remains of 4000 friars and the walls are decorated with individual skulls and bones, a macabre work of art. They might be clung to your skirt, but once back home they will impress their friends with how fearless they were.

To comfort the nerves a bit, why not spend the rest of the day in the zoo? The Bioparco is one of the oldest zoos in Europe, and is at the same time a botanical garden with more then 1000 trees. There is a pick-nick area, a playground and a little train, the Bioparco Express. The zoo itself is located in the Vila Borghese Park, which is the second largest in Rome. You can rent a bicycle, feed the ducks, or hire a boat to cross the small lake or visit the puppet theatre. Ready to introduce your offspring to the Italian way of life? Don’t forget to buy them a gelato on hot afternoons! And for a good night’s sleep followed by a relaxing morning, rent your own apartments in Rome