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“Extrovert” and “introvert” are two words that get thrown around when describing how much people enjoy social interactions, but it’s a lot more complex than that. There are people who love going out and socializing but equally enjoy sitting alone in a room and being by themselves. The human species needs social interaction to survive, which is why the negative concept of loneliness even exists in the first place. However, there’s great benefit to spending quality time on your own....

There are many natural and easy ways to protect our hair to look beautiful, soft and with a spectacular shine. Here are some simple tips on what you need to do to keep your hair super healthy. 1. Apply UV Protection UV rays can damage not only the skin but can also ruin your hair if you do not protect them. Frequent exposure to UV rays and excessive heat will make our scalp dry and as a result, our hair loses shine and deteriorate in health with each passing day....

1. Showers are Optional Let’s be honest, it’s totally fine to go without a real shower for a few days. And by real shower, we’re talking about a man-made enclosure with plumbing fixtures and heated water – not a lake or mountain stream. This doesn’t make you nasty or strange – it just means you don’t rely on the comforts of home. 2. The Best Companions are Dogs Have you ever thought to yourself, next time I’m taking this excursion by myself?...

No matter what stage you are at in life, if you are unhappy with it, or unsure as to how to proceed, then you need to reevaluate. When I was in high school, I remember thinking that I had to pick a career at which I would be happy for the next 50 or so years of my life. What a daunting task. How do you know what’s going to make you happy for the rest of your life, especially if you’re only 16 and you’re still getting a thrill out of watching “The Breakfast Club?...

You feel perfectly entitled to feel sorry for yourself and you wish those positive do gooders could see how awful your situation is. I totally get this. I’ve been there a few times when life has delivered unexpected doozies. Relationships end and life becomes a struggle, or you don’t get that job you really wanted. You miss an important deadline, the stock market crashes or you lose your home. There are a multitude of things that don’t go the way we want them to and it’s natural to feel sorry for ourselves....

Are you an optimist or a pessimist? Do you tend to see the bad in everyone and everything? Do you struggle with seeing things any other way? Well, let’s change things up a little. It takes nothing more for you to see the good things in life than it is to see the bad. Do not get down on yourself because unfortunately too many of us feel that way sometimes....

1. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, rethink your organization system When you have an organizing system, no matter how simple or complicated it is, it should must ensure you know where to find something or where to put it back after using it. From the first moment that is true anymore, it means the organizing system is not working for you, so you need a new one. It seems like a pain to take everything out and organize it again, but is it worth it in order to avoid such a moment of panic in the future?...

Having a cluttered workspace. If your desk is overrun with knickknacks, various pieces of paper, stacks of books, or anything other than what is absolutely necessary, it can be really hard to get things done. Try filing things away in a cabinet or storage box, or even throwing some of those unnecessary items away. Keeping only what’s vital on your desk can really save you time and stress. 2. Social networking....

Solipsism Solipsism revolves around the idea that there is nothing you can confirm except your own existence. If you think about the brain’s capacity for hallucination, and just good ol’ dreaming, it’s not that hard to imagine outside manipulation being possible as well. For all we know, we COULD be stuck in the Matrix, or maybe you’re the only person that exists and the entire world and your experience of it is just an illusion....

Motivation is an incredibly powerful force in our lives and is part of our human nature. We all need a “why” to push towards. This “why” is behind every business idea that has ever been put into action — both successfully and unsuccessfully. You as a manager may have buckets of self-motivation that never runs dry, however, if that drive can’t be passed on to those around you, then accomplishing the goals of the group will be difficult, if not next to impossible....

However, almost every child is going to want to spend the night at their best friends’ homes, go to an overnight camp, or have friends over for the night at your home at some point. Mentally preparing yourself for sleepovers can make them easier to accept and much less stressful for both parents and kids alike. Here are a few sleepover tips so that slumber parties won’t make you pull your hair out....

The most satisfying jobs — no matter the profession — share many things in common, from bosses whom you respect, to colleagues whom you enjoy working with, to an underlying feeling of autonomy. A second diagnostic is the “five-year test.” Can you see yourself five years from now still working at this company? If so, chances are you have snagged one of the most satisfying jobs. Conversely, if you can’t muster the energy or enthusiasm for the work, and cannot see yourself staying at your company for more than a year, it’s time to start looking for a better place to apply your talents....

Brighten up your home – If you are tried of the rooms in your home, have you ever considered giving them a mini makeover? Rearranging furniture, changing your décor, or giving the walls a fresh coat of paint will give you something new to look at. Redecorating allows you to focus your mind on a project separate from stressful issue, and creativity does wonders for your self-esteem. Slow down and enjoy your meals – Try not to skip or gobble down meals....

When done correctly, multi day hikes can be amazing experiences. You’ll see nature up close and personal, create memories, and possibly meet some interesting people on your treks. By following the 9 tips below, you can help ensure that your hiking trip is a success. 1. Research The Area You’ll be Hiking Be sure you have accurate and up to date information on the areas where you’ll be hiking. You’ll want to know what to expect as far as weather, trail closures, and rules and regulations....

1. Recover from a terrible answer by rephrasing it. Your brain is going a million miles an hour, and you’re trying to focus on the interviewer so you can form an intelligent answer for each question. But sometimes your brain trips up and picks the wrong words, or you use a negative tone when talking about a past job. Don’t let a disaster answer hang in the air. As soon as you realize your mistake, pause and state that you want to clarify what you meant....

I’ve received so many e-mails and comments about my “Change The Way You See Work and Change Your Life” article that I decided to write a follow-up article to talk more about the specifics of what some call “non-traditional work” but what I call “business in blue jeans”: why do it, how can you do it, and how can it transform your life? You’ll find a few more nuts and bolts here....

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I was on vacation in sunny Ft. Meyers, Florida burning my winter-pale skin on the third baseline of Fenway South. Most vacations are memorable, but this one will always hold special meaning to me, for it was that Red Sox spring training vacation in 2007 that I noticed a numb spot on the bottom of my right foot. It felt weird, but wasn’t causing any major malfunctions so I continued to enjoy winter baseball....

Increased demand When it comes to gold and silver, your chances of making money frequently increase over traditional investment portfolios. There, you can make money when times are good and lose as much during economic downturns. Metal exchange, on the other hand, is far less complex. You buy it at one price, and you sell it at a higher price. In their millennia of existence in human society, gold and silver have never been worth nothing, which makes them not just secure investments, but very profitable ones due to the consistent demand for them....

Neat! Easy, Cheap Procrastination Killer – [Talking Story with Say Leadership Coaching]