Here are 50 simple ways (that we often overlook) to stay on top of our productivity game. I have found these ways to be helpful and hopefully it will help you out as well in one way or the other, 50. Stay focused on what you are doing. 49. Utilize and divide your time for each task in hand. 48. Analyze the outcome of your effort and decide accordingly how much time you need to spend....
Gut bacteria, or microflora, need a stable environment in which to grow and flourish. The ideal pH in the colon is between 6.7 and 6.9. The colon needs to be slightly acidic to inhibit the growth of undesirable bacteria. Cultivating and keeping the “good gut bacteria” flourishing is paramount to living a full and vibrant life. The foods we eat drastically affect this delicate bacterial balance. Therefore, ensuring that our diets regularly contain foods that generate good gut bacteria is important....
Calmness. Nothing is more fulfilling than an overarching sense of tranquility. You have feelings and ups-and-downs, sure, but if your core remains strong and balanced, nothing can get in your way. Live deliberately and passionately, but always come back to the anchor of your breath and your calmness. Emotion. There is a difference between non-attachment and detachment. Non-attachment means relaxing and realizing the future is out of your control and the past is a ghost....
Depression can last quite a long time, crippling a person’s ability to live their life. If you’re suffering from depression, you’re not alone – it is the most common mental health difficulty in the world for both men and women. Depression is not simply a matter of feeling sad. We all have “normal” periods of feeling sad, or low, and most of the time these will pass after a few days....
Happier, more fulfilling relationships Oxycontin is a feel-good hormone that increases your overall happiness. Your body releases oxytocin when you cuddle with a close one, hold your partner tight, or get frisky in bed. Cuddling also releases endorphins, neurotransmitters that fire in your brain and make you feel terrific. If you’ve ever done a challenging workout that made you feel like energetic and accomplished, or ate a piece of dark chocolate that gave you a feeling of bliss, you should be familiar with the happy feeling endorphins produce in your body....
With time you heal and as you start bouncing from the heartbreak, these amazing things will happen to you: 1. You become happier than you have been in a long time . Sometimes when you get caught up in a relationship you don’t realize when it stops making you happy. You don’t over analyze things because deep down you know that the relationship is no longer fulfilling. Eventually when it cannot be ignored any more and you have to split ways the pain can be unbearable....
It’s personal, easy to execute and takes little time. In today’s world, it is the easiest way to get in touch with somebody…no doubt about it. However, it does take a bit of planning and requires you to put in some thought before you actually compose a message. Your friends and family may be delighted to receive an email from you, but this might not be the case when you are writing with a business purpose in mind....
So you go in, you do what you think is “right” which is exercise, but still your mind wanders, your thoughts are floating around looking for a valid reason as to why you should continue to exercise. And nothing. The motivation starts fading away faster than that last bit of sitting water in a scorching desert. The only thing you’ve gained lately is depression with trying to get over the hump....
To stay healthy, successful and even more productive you need to make outside interest a priority. So, what you’ll be doing from now on? Here’s a list to follow. 1. Take Out Sometime To Go For An Outing After spending a long day at the office, it’s always good to take a deep breath in the fresh air. It can be regenerative for your body. Try stretching your legs, senses and absorb the healing properties of Nature....
The power to influence clients, customers, and coworkers is key to finding success in the business world. Based on the book ‘Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion’ by Dr. Robert Cialdini, this infographic from UK-based virtual phone provider Everreach explains the six elements of persuasion everyone should know. By reading through this infographic you’ll learn what terms such as ‘reciprocity’ and ‘scarcity’ mean, as well as the impact authority, consistency, likability, and consensus has on an individual’s decision....
People are different and situations that make some of us crumble under stress are minor problems for others. If you are dissatisfied with the way you feel while at the office, here are a few things that will help you feel happy at work. 1. Define your comfort zone. In order to create a environment which suits you, you first need to know what your desirable situation is. Try to visualize the situation in which you will feel comfortable while in your workplace so you can work toward achieving it....
1. Add Recessed Lighting Installing recessed lighting is one of the easiest ways to make your home appear modern and luxurious. It also allows you to illuminate your house in a minimalistic way without the usual clutter and cords associated with lamps and light bulbs. Recessed lighting can also be used to focus on a particular area of the room such as painting, a work of art, or the dining table....
Unfortunately, it’s not just what you say, but how you say it and how it’s perceived that give your words negative meaning. Discussing an event that has to do with someone who isn’t present, no matter how innocuous, can come off as gossip, and will almost always come back to bite you. You’ll also come off as judgmental when discussing a person who isn’t present to defend themselves. Make it a habit to spread good information and notions about people when they’re not around, so your words can’t possibly be twisted by others....
Public speaking is really not a difficult task. It’s nothing more than talking, and you do this practically all the time. You only need to learn how to do it in front of a group and perfect some skills. That way, the mystery surrounding public speaking will eventually disappear. Here, we will give you some keys to becoming a good speaker that will help you learn how to express your ideas before an audience, whether it’s of ten, a hundred or a thousand people....
Your website is an important part of your business. It represents your brand in the online community – it’s your primary avenue to attracting new customers and clients. In fact, having a website is often compared to having a baby. Like a child, it requires regular care, maintenance, and overseeing. If neglected, it may start to look unappealing and may hurt your business in the long run. Given its accessibility, people today turn to the Internet for information when they want to learn more about a business....
1. Remember High School is Over People find it difficult to deal with this fact, especially if they were popular in high school. This is a system they know and love, and why shouldn’t they try to continue establishing it if they don’t encounter any resistance? This hierarchy isn’t at all difficult to spot – classical mean girls, the cool kids, neglected or bullied nerds, predominant athletes – everyone’s familiar with these clichés....
1. It isn’t about you, it’s about ALS The whole point of the ice bucket challenge is to raise awareness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. You may know it as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease. It’s a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects the nerves, the brain, and the spine. People who have ALS slowly lose motor function over time. It usually starts in their legs and hands and gradually works its way inward....
Having the right attitude is foremost; resolve to be optimistic and confident. Be as American’s premier First Lady, Martha Washington, and declare, I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance; but, by our disposition. Conversing with reliable people when dealing with change and adversity is of amazing benefit....
1. You’re free to find your perfect match Not every relationship is perfect. Not everyone you date is going to be “the one.” The good thing about being single is that you don’t have to worry about missing out on finding the love of your life. You have places to go and people to meet. You’re only single because you haven’t found your perfect match yet so you know that from this point forward, it’s only a matter of time....
1. Clean Your Computer Clutter Let’s say you have computer access but the internet is just down. When is the last time you checked your computer for spyware or malware that could be dragging down your computer performance? Go ahead and start up your program of choice and let it make sure you don’t have any viruses. If you’re looking for a suggestion, I’d recommend CCleaner, Malwarebytes, and Microsoft Security Essentials....
