1. Paying off debt. No one wants to be in debt their entire life! Sure, that credit card was supposed to just be for emergencies, but you started using it here and there, and then you realized you couldn’t pay the monthly bill. That’s ok — after all, that’s what credit cards are for. But don’t let your debt accumulate. Interest rates will make your fees skyrocket, and before you know it, the amount you owe will seem impossible to pay off....
Here are 10 thinking mistakes you might be making… and how to avoid them. 1. Not understanding the Confirmation Bias. We like to think we are rational, yet we are not. In order to make sense of all the information we get every day, our mind employs filters. And guess what? We make those filters according to our beliefs. That’s known in psychology as the confirmation bias. If you think you will never, ever, be an achiever, then you will never be one....
Cruise trips are fun not just because of the sumptuous margaritas and spa on board. What usually makes these trips unforgettable are the various shore excursions that come with the holiday package. A shore excursion is basically a land-based trip that comes with each port visit. Depending on the cruise company and destination of your choice, there are an almost unlimited number of activities to suit every taste and individual....
Take Breaks from Work A study from the University of Illinois has shown that taking brief mental breaks from work or a task that demands attention can improve your focus in the short term as well as long term. Within the study, Professor Alejandro Lleras quoted, “Constant stimulation is registered by our brains as unimportant, to the point that the brain erases it from our awareness.” These brief mental breaks will help strengthen the brain’s awareness....
Below are 10 examples of things you can outsource in order to fit more than 24 hours into your day. 1. Grocery shopping A menial task that most of us hate doing, especially when our time could better be spent elsewhere. With most grocery stores now offering delivery and online shopping this not only saves you time but also money as you focus on things you need. Don’t have time to do online grocery shopping?...
1. Talk to your child and find out if there are any problems. Effective communication is essential for building healthy and lasting relationships. Being a child is exiting, confusing and even scary at times, so your child may have a lot of questions about the world as well as fears and doubts. Other kids might be mean to your child, the child may feel inadequate in certain ways, and he or she may feel insecure about their body or intimidated by social interactions....
1. Surround Yourself With Greatness There’s the old adage that you are the sum of the five closest people to you. If you want to be inspired with truly awesome ideas then surround yourself with great thinkers. They will inspire you and bring out your best ideas. 2. Explore Your Creativity We’re all creative in our own unique way. Whether your thing is drawing, painting, poetry, crafting or something completely different, get creative and see where it leads you....
1. High in Fiber Corn is so high in fiber that it’s notoriously difficult to digest. This is why you’ve probably seen little yellow chunks in your stool before. Don’t pretend like you haven’t looked, we all have. Although this may seem like a negative, it’s actually a positive thing because corn is an insoluble fiber, which is highly effective at combating digestive problems such as constipation and hemorrhoids. It does this by absorbing water, which subsequently swells your stool and speeds along its movement....
While there isn’t always a clear and distinct answer to the many questions of philosophy, the entire field is a gateway to a higher sense of self. It gets you to think about all manner of things. Below, we cover some of the essential philosophy books that are best for those who are just starting or looking to expand their mind. How To Choose a Good Philosophy Book Before getting to this list, we’ve researched ideal philosophy books to help you expand your mind....
via notey.com 2. Bacon and Humanity via infographicsmania.com 3. Awesome things about Bacon via visual.ly 4. The history of Bacon via infographicjournal.com 5. Bacon has been called the candy meat via Pinterest 6. How Bacon cause cancer? via Pinterest 7. The Aroma of frying bacon compoundchem.com 8. The Economics of America’s favourite food blog.ramtrucks.com 9. The International Bacon Day is on Saturday before US Labor Day via huffingtonpost.com 10. Should I eat bacon?...
Successful leadership is not really about roles and power; it is more about one’s skills and attitudes that naturally draw people to follow them. Here are the 11 key leadership strengths that great leaders possess: 1. They Exhibit Confidence. Great leaders exhibit confidence and assertiveness as they step up and take charge. They are positive, bold, firm, and authoritative in their actions and decisions; they accept challenges with courage and determination....
Read on to learn about 11 successful people and the unique habits that helped them succeed. 1. Benjamin Franklin 2. Evan Williams Evan Williams, founder of Blogger and Twitter, keeps his mind sharp by making sure his body gets a workout. Every day he takes some time off in the middle of the day to go work out at the gym, and when he returns, his energy level is higher and he is able to focus more easily on his work....
1. Dust all cabinet/shelves One of the best ways to do this is to combine 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil with 2 tablespoons of baking powder. Clean with this mixture using a clean, medium-sized towel to clean the cabinets and shelves at least once a week to avoid dirt and dust buildup. 2. Scrubbing and washing bath tubs You can scrub or wash the bath to remove mold. Mold could cause blockage of the bath tub if not removed, so to avoid such, washing the bath tub is necessary....
1. Don’t Post Your Best Photo People don’t often look like their best photos. If you do, wonderful. If you’re like the rest of us though, you’re only setting yourself up for failure if you post your best one. Instead, post normal, everyday photos of yourself and avoid any pictures where the light catches you perfectly and gives you that (unrealistic) movie star look. 2. Take the Time to Really Read Member Profiles People put a lot of time and effort into creating their profiles – do yourself a favor and actually read them....
The contemporary country music video version still flickering on cable is also a construct, not a reality. Maybe it is legitimate to say the image is what is aspired to – by some. Absent is the real grit of real life in a small town, which is more about battling empty store fronts, aging inhabitants out of step with modern times, disillusioned youths, and rising crime; it is also less about easy going attitudes with a rise in more anxious and uncertain ones....
All of these media experiences have one thing in common: Entrepreneurs! Entrepreneurs who launch a business and stay with it long enough often bring valuable, practical experiences and commodities into the world. Many of us are often mesmerized by successful entrepreneurs, wondering how they do it. It’s not always apparent how a person got from point A to point B. Everyone loves success stories, but few know about the grueling stepping stones involved in the sacrifice....
1. They are fearless. It takes courage to take a leap of faith and step outside of your comfort zone. They are not afraid of picking out a few phrases each day and trying them out. They aren’t afraid of trying new foods and making new friends. 2. They have an open mind. They are open-minded when it comes to understanding why people are the way they are. They do not turn up their nose at different countries and their traditions....
Here are 12 things that lively speakers do you can incorporate into your own presentation delivery 1. Be positive Being upbeat and positive is a key part of good presentations according to speaker Julian Treasure whose tips are on TED’s speaking preparation play-list. You have to speak in a way that people want to listen to and being negative and critical of others aren’t good ingredients for a funny presentation....
I know I’m a slow learner when it comes to new languages or anything technological. However, that doesn’t mean I’m a slow learner all around. It just means I’ve got some areas for growth. Luckily for me and you, there are many ways to speed up learning with extra support, even when we’re talking about those creative or academic areas that we usually struggle with. Here are 12 ways for slow learners to speed up learning....
However, you can start improving your social skills by following these 12 strategies and soon, you’ll be able to enter into conversations with confidence. 1. Behave Like a Social Person You can behave like a more social creature, even if you don’t feel like it. Don’t allow anxiety to hold you back. Make the decision to talk to new people and to enter into conversations even when you’re feeling nervous about it....
