I knew a guy who was potentially the most optimistic person anyone could meet. His resilience was like no other. I shall always recall the time when someone we knew had suffered a miscarriage. He said cheerily to her, “That’s not really bad news because it means you can still get pregnant again!” It seemed as though he was incapable of feeling anything negative. Nothing would upset him–not even tragedies where people died....
As the Huffington Post article stated above, almost half of Americans drink soda. Many people know that it is bad for their health. But do people know exactly WHY soda is bad for them? Here is a list of how and why soda is bad for you: Note: These are just SOME of the effects that soda has on your body. If you are curious about the full effects that soda has on your body, check out some of the articles I quoted in this post....
Raw veggies in a lunch box might work for some but if I gave my son a crudité, he’d stick it up his sister’s nose. Teaming fruit and vegetables with protein and fat the correct way in order for them to be properly assimilated would send me over the edge every morning and quite frankly I’m normally perched on it to begin with. So, the best way to take sugar from my kid’s lives is by good old fashioned lying....
From the master himself, five tips you can take to the bank: 1. Fear in others is an opportunity for you Keep your head about you when others decide with fear and you’ll find value at every turn. From the common market thrashing over quarterly earnings to the small business owner who just wants to get out, learn to smell fear and welcome it as an opportunity. The irrational fear of the herd is a dear friend to the value-minded investor....
Did you know that the women who travel solo are much happier? You not only learn to be independent by dealing with all that you encounter by yourself but also experience an overwhelming sense of freedom. However, do not entirely forsake security concerns. Do follow the rules of hitchhiking on the highway or letting your hair down at a local bar without company and you are good to go. This infographic by Visitor’s Coverage shares the list of safe places for women travel and things to avoid when travelling alone....
A few weeks ago I got into an interesting conversation with a fine gentleman about career paths and life in general. He was a retired pilot who seemed to have enjoyed every moment of his flying career. As I was telling him about what I did in my professional life he simply looked me in the eye and asked “Would you do it all over again?” For a moment his question completely startled me....
Have the homeless become invisible? Would you recognise a family member if they were homeless, or would you simply walk past them? I’ll be the first to admit that I have often walked past a homeless person on the street, actively trying to avoid eye contact. When you live in a city it almost becomes a part of everyday life. We’re told that even if we did give them money they’d probably only spend it on drugs or alcohol, that they’re there for a reason, that it’s better to go buy them a sandwich....
Buddhism teaches that we must attain a satisfying life through awareness and insightful learning. Scientific research suggests we need elements of psychological health to further access lasting happiness. The psychology of happiness In psychology, there’s a theory called “self-determination theory”. It shows that psychological health is paramount to experience happiness, and that such health stems from a balance between autonomy (feeling in control of our own behavior/goals), competence (becoming a master of a skill), and relatedness (feeling like you belong/relating to other human beings)....
There are many ways to protect yourself from the prowling eyes of Big Brother and others who make a living following your every cyber move, but do keep in mind that nothing is 100% fool-proof. You have to assume that scammers, spammers, and others spend their days and nights finding ways to make your online experience vulnerable and under constant threat. That doesn’t mean you should succumb or act recklessly online, however....
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If they go ahead and do so, I teach them more web-savvy during the session breaks or afterwards. I show them my websites, how to use them as an on-going resource, and why they should be reading more business blogs. But PowerPoint? No. “That won’t be necessary; I won’t be using PowerPoint.” Surprised silence. Then, with some hesitation, “Oh. Um, are you sure?” “Yes, quite sure.” “Do you need someone to help you with it?...
First: we all know the potential of to-do lists. We all (should) use them and we all probably know enough about GTD to use them effectively. If not, I will explain a couple of concepts quickly. After each concept there is a link you can follow to read more about it. Systems. You need a system to keep track of your to-dos. You simply can’t remember to remember what you should do and when....
Pay Attention if You Want To Get Fuller Cheeks Do this exercise in front of a mirror Make sure the corners of your mouth are level with each other while doing this exercise Keep your shoulders pulled down and relaxed Practice and repetition will bring results – don’t give up! Featured photo credit: Face Yoga Method via youtube.com
This lesson is free for the first week. A subscription for Lifehack lessons costs $4.99 per month and provides access to all previous and future lessons. Here is an excerpt from this weeks lesson. A quick look at some of the current promotions on some of the cable company sites show by eliminating the cable and phone portion of the bill and keeping the internet, you can save anywhere is from about $60 to $110 a month or more....
Saving Energy in Winter Most people’s energy usage spikes throughout the winter months. The cold, snowy weather, coupled with early darkness, means heat and lighting will be used throughout the majority of each day. While there isn’t much you can do to get around using your heat and lights more than you would during other times of the year, there are many ways you can ensure you’re using this energy to its maximum potential during the winter....
Research has also proved that along with helping you to control your weight, regular physical activity has many other hidden advantages for you. Yes, you are at a reduced risk of attracting many deadly diseases. It’s possible you not only can avoid them, but also improve your quality of life on a whole. Let’s see the diseases that healthy eating and regular exercising can help us prevent. (Please note exercise or lack there of may not be the sole reason you get or don’t get these diseases....
A family communication station is the one place where all the information lives. It has information on schedules, shopping lists and events, as well as a place to check and leave phone messages. Simplify Family Life With A Communication Station
In order to understand what causes cancer, we have to understand what is happening to all those cells in our bodies, because this is where it all starts. The average adult human body has 100 trillion cells. For healthy growth and development, these cells grow, divide and die in an orderly fashion. We know, for example, our skin loses about 40,000 cells a minute because they just wear out quickly....
