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Talking about naps and its benefits, I discovered some interesting information. Companies like The Huffington Post, Procter & Gamble and Google have invested on putting up what they fondly call “nap rooms” equipped with slick recliners for employees. These companies want workers to be rejuvenated on middays with a short nap. Now, how cool is that? Additionally, more and more US citizents fail to get sufficient sleep, so some companies like Nationwide Planning Associates have built “nap quarters” for workers to have some ZZz’s with the hope of boosting their productivity at work....

It’s pretty random, but a great idea. Particularly if it’s a book you know your friend will benefit from. I’m curious to know which books ‘top the list’ or whether it’s generally just the most popular titles that get given. I don’t often get given books on a whim [The Little Prince] but thoroughly enjoy the sentiment when I do. What would be your top book as a gift? Good Karma, Good Books [BAFAB]

What this guy does it quite amazing and yet, he doesn’t want any credit for that. He proclaims that it’s all done by music and he is merely conjuring up all the money, but it’s not true. This is not any kind of magic or anything. All the money he gave to these homeless people were his own money, but he never tells them about it. It’s really heart-warming to see that there is sill a place for humanity in this world....

However, these gifts do not have to be expensive. In fact, I try to put together several “do-it-yourself” gifts to give on such occasions rather than spend a ton of money on gifts. Salvage Your Holidays With 15 DIY Christmas Ideas

In Chrome’s latest Dev Channel Release, the boring metro app has been replaced with what appears to be a stripped-down version of Chrome OS. Clicking its jet black tile opens a Chrome environment complete with a Chrome OS style app launcher, multi-window support, snapping and its own power button. Though this is still a trial version of the software, any fans of Chrome OS will likely be excited by what they see....

You probably don’t want that someone is using your browser without your permission. This is where ChromePW, a Google Chrome extension, comes in handy! By using ChromePW an unauthorized user is refused to access the Internet, saved passwords, browser history, autofill and other internet data. Once you set everything up an launch Google Chrome again, it will prompt you for a password. If someone else tries to launch the browser, they will have to type in the password....

As groovy as the iPhone is, it is missing a lot of stuff. In response to this a cottage industry of sorts has popped up in response. Whether you have a iPhone today or plan to get one some time in the future, here is a list of super cool links that can help you realize more functionality, and keep on top of the latest iPhone hacks and reviews. iPhone Friendly Applications to Bookmark Surf to these links on your iPhone and bookmark them for future reference....

Many people do carry a flashlight with them, but flashlights are not always reliable. More than likely you’re not going to have a can of tuna stashed in your car or somewhere else (besides your house) where you may need an emergency light. However, after seeing this video and how easy it is to make an oil lamp out of a can of tuna, you may decide to get some just in case....

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This infographic gives great examples on what you can do to really maximize the space and make your small apartment look larger and more open. For instance, sofas and tables with rounded and curved edges will make your apartment appear less box-like. Also, a well lit apartment will appear bigger, so you should make sure that ever corner has ample light. Another great tip is to know your limits. You really shouldn’t use large pieces of furniture in a small apartment, it’s the easiest way to shrink your apartment....

Don’t walk behind me; I may not lead. Don’t walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend. by Albert Camus

“You must not have wanted it badly enough,” the authors of these philosophies seem to be saying. “There must still be something wrong with you.” I don’t think that, ultimately, God or the Spirits or the Universe or the world “provides”. I think a lot of times the world puts obstacles in our way, and no amount of positive thinking makes them go away. And I think that a lot of the people who are “successful”, by whatever standard you want to use, have as much “wrong” with them as a lot of the ones who aren’t successful....

Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength. During our interview, she mentioned that as a child she was actually very scared of heights. But she claims that fear can be used as a strength — which I found very interesting. Especially because despite her fear, she became an avid skydiver. When I interpret this further and think about my own life, I realize that it is indeed true that one can use fear to his or her advantage....

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I like these things to jog ideas you’ve already had or to start up activities you usually do often. Watch less television, challenge your brain more. When you hit the link for watching less TV, About will mention a few of the cons to doing it a little too much. My favourite being Television Makes You Uninteresting, which I personally agree with. 2) Meditation Daily meditation is perhaps the single greatest thing you can do for your mind/body health....

Try this example. You sit down at your colleague’s work station to quickly check something while the service guy works on your computer. You close a window and temporarily lose a file for your colleague and she is furious. Of course you can offer to search around and retrieve it but she won’t listen. Her blood is boiling, her pulse is rising and it looks like any minute you might see Mt....

Think about it, what will we achieve when we spend these two hours on something else? Let’s say, study a new language? Or pick up a skill? Below are 10 best websites other than social media that can make you smarter and largely improve your life. 1. Unplug The TV Each time you visit this site, it generates a new video for you to watch and become smarter. Try to watch the whole video even if the topic doesn’t seem to be interesting to you....

Keep Track On Your Medication Condition and Progress These days technology has become extremely important when it comes to our health. Medisafe uses a number of technologies that are HIPPA compliant in order to help people ensure that they are getting the most out of their healthcare dollars. Medisafe Pill Reminder App is just one part of the complete, comprehensive suite of services. The app helps you remember exactly when you need to take the next dose of each of your medicines....

1. Get a second income. While it may not be your favorite idea to add more responsibility to your life, getting a second income can be really relaxing. Your second income should be something you really like to do. If you can find a way to make money from the hobby or skill you adore, you’ll have ample energy to do it. For example, if you’re really good at making lavender pillows, then make a bunch....