1. You use your phone for emergencies and for urgent messages only. This is how phones should be used. I was so glad I had mine when my car battery went flat the other day. A quick call to my mechanic and we had the new battery fixed in a jiffy. How many times have we been able to text friends to warn of late flights, traffic problems or other emergencies?...
1. Great Leaders Understand There’s No Such Thing As Perfect Timing Indeed, perfect timing is a myth that remains mired in fairy tales and Hollywood movies. In real life, the only things that happen are those that happen right now. After all, you only have today and there is no telling what tomorrow may bring. Seize today as the gift it is and make the most of the resources you and your team have been blessed with....
English majors compose the majority of students who suffer severe caffeine addiction and severe insomnia; especially, compared to the other fields. These students are also some of the most misunderstood on campus. They are often dismissed and mocked as being nerdy or the weird group. Here are 22 things that only English majors will understand. 1. A complete silence is much appreciated. English majors need enough time to think about what they’re reading....
Take for instance, punctuality. Here in Panama, where I live, it’s a perfectly acceptable part of the Latin American culture to be a few, or 45, minutes late. In fact, it’s what’s expected. Show up at a party on time, and you’ll likely find your hosts still getting ready and pretty perturbed that you’ve hijacked their last little bit of prep time. The opposite is true in Germany, where being even a few minutes late is considered selfish and arrogant....
Here’s my list of common phrases that you might be saying incorrectly. Don’t be embarrassed if you notice you use the incorrect phrase; we all do it. The phrases on the left are incorrect, the ones on the right are correct. 1: Nip it in the butt vs. Nip it in the bud Nipping something in the bud means that you’re putting an end to it before it has a chance to grow or start....
Or even better: What if you would get 25 useful shortcuts… and each of them could simplify your work, so you could do much more every day? You’d definitely feel excited to read about them. Today is your lucky day because we are going to share with you in this article 25 great Excel shortcuts you can use in your work every day! This is your lucky chance, so go ahead and become a real professional in Excel without wasting your time....
When looking for marriage advice, it would make sense if newlywed couples sought out guidance from older married couples that exemplified successful relationships. However, a study by Sheela Kennedy and Stephen Ruggles out of the University of Minnesota showed that it is actually older married couples who are contributing to the rise in divorce rates in the United States.[1] This dilemma creates a void of successful role models for couples struggling in their relationships....
1. Acknowledge the opinions, feelings and needs of others It’s very easy to get caught up in our own little world. Sometimes we feel so eager to express our feelings and point of view that we neglect the opinions and feelings of others. If you want to build strong, long-lasting relationships you need to start letting people express themselves. And always respect their right to an opinion, even if you don’t think they are right....
While not everyone will be flexible enough to complete these poses, they are simple enough that you can try to approach without risking injury or having advanced yoga experience based solely on the images. Remember, as with any exercise, your own limitations and skills should be taken into account before you approach any new workout. If you have poor balance or a bad back, please take these factors into account before attempting any of these yoga poses and no matter how in shape you are, always star slowly and stretch yourself gently....
There are a lot of different slow cookers on the market, and they all work similarly. According to Wikipedia: A slow cooker maintains a low temperature (low in comparison to baking, boiling, or frying) and simmers food, which allows for unattended cooking over several hours. The heating element heats the contents to a steady temperature in the 79–93°C (174–199°F) range. The contents are enclosed by the crock and the lid, and attain an essentially constant temperature....
In fact, a few of the suggestions are things I have already worked into my routine -for example, doing a little shower scrubbing while I’m already showering. I also abhor bar soap, which leaves massive soap scum in the tub. The most important thing to learn from this list is that cleaning is a lot easier when you take it on a small task at a time -clear off your kitchen table during a commercial break or wipe off your sink before you wash your hands....
We tie ourselves to a daily schedule that never changes which suck out all the fun in our life. But with little effort, we can take time out from our daily routines to have fun in life, no matter how busy we are. Having fun is crucial for a happy life because when we have fun, our body releases dopamine that makes us feel cheerful and positive so we can cope with uncomfortable, hopeless, and stressful feelings we encounter in life....
David Sparks does a lot. Like a lot, a lot. His Mac Power Users podcast (along with Kaity Floyd) can transform the way you use your computer, especially the two Merlin Mann workflow episodes. His blog, MacSparky is a wealth of geeky goodies, I’m especially partial to his magic trick with iThoughts HD and Scrivener that made writing large projects faster and easier. His books are ideal starting points for using both your Mac and your iPad at work....
Right after submitting his answers, former 2×4 participant, CJ Chilvers joked that he wished he had gone the Steve Jobs route and given one word answers. Ironically, this was followed by my receiving exactly that (well at least for the first question) from today’s participant, Ev Bogue. Answers to subsequent questions were also nearly as short, sweet and to the point. I won’t lie to you…for an instant there, I was surprised....
A healthy adult requires 7-9 hours of daily sleep on average, and most of us don’t even make it to 6 hours. Some have distractions that don’t let them sleep while some others just aren’t able to sleep despite staying in bed for long. We all keep hearing about how a healthy lifestyle consists of getting enough sleep but how many of us actually try to get these tips to work?...
This video will show the 3 basic Dropbox sharing tips from sharing to managing files in Dropbox. From simply giving people access to an important document to collaboratively working on projects, Dropbox is an essential go-to tool. Featured photo credit: Dropbox via Flickr
1. Sugar causes calcium depletion Calcium is a mineral vital to our bones as it helps keep their solid structure. Lack of calcium leads to osteoporosis, or “porous bones” condition. Excessive sugar consumption leads to fast calcium depletion from the body through urine, as studies show. Also, acidifying feature of sugar leads to the increase in calcium excretion, robbing our bones of their density. In order for our bones to rebuild themselves and avoid the risk of osteoporosis, it is essential that we decrease processed sugar consumption and replace it with more natural options such as fructose from fruits....
If you suspect a friend or loved one is using heroin, you need to be able to recognize the signs. Spotting signs and taking action can help save lives. From finding drug paraphernalia to noticing physical and behavioral changes, you may be able to help your loved one take the first step towards recovery. Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia Heroin can be sniffed, smoked, or injected, though the most common method is by injection....
Prime of Life Fitness describes 3 safe and very effective exercises for knee pain relief in this video. These exercises are simple and don’t require a lot of movement. Common Causes of Knee Pain Injury Arthritis Surgery Inactivity Weight gain
Well, what’s fascinating about relationships is the dynamics of two individuals coming together and staying together amid an array of perceptions and misperceptions. Our relationships are not only influenced by our current actions but also by our past relationships and the life experiences that we bring forward into the current relationship. How we deal with misperceptions and misunderstandings determines the strength and health of our relationship and the level of happiness we are able to experience....
