Either you’ve got a job you work hard at, a business you run yourself, or perhaps you’re out traveling the world (congrats!). But your goal is to learn a new language this year, and you have no idea how you’ll fit it into your schedule. No problem. There are great time-saving language learning websites today that allow you to effectively learn a language on your own time without comprising your busy schedule....
1. Make eye contact and smile when your child walks into the room. Show your child that his or her presence is meaningful and enjoyable to you. 2. Praise her specific efforts and attempts instead of giving her constant general praise. Tell her that you are proud that she ran every morning that seasons instead of only focusing on the fact that she got first place in the race or telling her she did a “great job....
You’re not alone. According to a Gallup poll, 61 percent of working Americans claim they don’t have enough time to do what they want.[1] On top of that, 68 percent of people feel they aren’t getting enough rest (with significant crossover between these populations likely). [2] But is this really a result of being overloaded with responsibilities? Or is it simply a product of poor time management? In this article, we’ll examine all the ways that you’re wasting time, and how to stop doing so… starting right now....
We can get blindsided when our partners are passive-aggressive and deceive and manipulate us. But even when our lovers blatantly mistreat us, we often stay in hopes that things will change. Trust me. They won’t. I bravely fought my way out of my last toxic relationship years ago and know I’ll never be in another one again because I can now see the warning signs from miles away. If you’re in a toxic relationship, here are 16 deal breakers to help you find the courage to finally break free....
Business news site ‘Business Insider‘ have collected 17 of the coolest signatures from famous people, both from the past and present. These days signatures are very rarely more than haphazard scribbles on a page, however some famous individuals still put a lot of effort into creating a stylised signature. Some even include illustrations. So here are 17 of the best signatures Business Insider could find, from J.K Rowling to Kanye West, and Disney to Banksy....
Good High on any list of most used English words is “good.” While this word may appear to be the perfect adjective for nearly anything, that is precisely what makes it so vague. Try getting more specific. If something’s going well, try “superb,” “outstanding” or “exceptional.” New Another of the common words in English is “new.” “New” is an adjective that doesn’t always set off alarm bells, so it can be easy to forget about....
In my grown-up life, while difficulties are still there to be faced, I retain the excitement of making progress towards new places and new experiences. My 19 stepping stones are tried and tested techniques that have helped me smooth the way ahead. Well, go on. Just try some of my 19 techniques to empower yourself. Who knows? Maybe you, too, will grasp the excitement and be empowered to live a more productive and happier life....
Myth 1: Alcohol kills brain cells Sure, if you physically pour 100% alcohol onto a brain, it’s not going to react very well. When you are drinking alcohol though, this is not the case (read this book). The original research into this was done as follows: Why it this wrong? Well, it’s called a ‘confounding variable’. Basically, there was another factor at play. Specifically here: Alcoholics tended to be of lower education Alcoholics tended to have worse nutrition...
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1. Caring too much about what other people think 2. Not accomplishing enough 3. Not telling someone how you truly felt 4. Not standing up for yourself more 5. Not following your passion in life 6. Arguing with your loved ones all the time 7. Not growing the children to be who they wanted to be 8. Not living more in the moment enough 9. Working too much 10. Traveling too little 11....
1. Find and print out cool typography, hang it up with clipboards 2. Lay large vinyl/cardboard letters over posters or thrift store paintings, then add spray paint (details here) 3. Paint simple lines of a color from dark to light shades 4. Hang up some cool antiques 5. Make a shape out of string (details here) Photo credit: Source 6. Stretch some fabric over blank canvases, secure, and hang 7. Make a chic “Hi” canvas with a kitchen sponge stamp Find the details here....
Affirmations are simple and concise positive sentences that are written and said in the present tense. They are meant to dispel any negative thought loops that may creep into your mind. Therefore, they’re creating new thinking patterns that gravitate toward positivity, inspiration, and motivation. What Are Health Affirmations? Health affirmations, in particular, are simply affirmations centered around your health: mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual. You can imagine how this can be an incredible game-changer when we think about our health regimen....
The following are hobbies shared by actual business owners, that can help you deal with stress and perform better at work. Remember that a hobby need not to be something you’re an expert at. Hobbies are for enjoyment and something you’re not familiar with is definitely a must-try. 1. Dancing Dancing once a week does wonders for your abilities as a boss, and is very much an unusual trait for a startup founder like John Turner, CEO of UsersThink....
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Like a mechanic working on a vehicle, there are specific things you can do to tune up your life. Here’s how. 1. Exercise 5 Times a Week Some guidelines recommend exercising 3 times a week, but ask anybody in great shape and you’ll hear that they only take one or two days off of their exercise program each week. That means at least 5 days they’re doing cardio, strength, training, flexibility training, or some other type of exercise....
1. Integrated with Facebook – Edit Facebook Photos Directly When importing video clips, sometimes, users want to use Facebook photos, because it’s boring and time-killing to download them one by one from online internet and then import to iMovie. The best way is to connect iPhoto with a Facebook account and allow it to sync user’s Facebook photos with iLife Media Browser, after that all Facebook photos can be used in all iLife tools including iMovie directly....
You may just need to get your mind around managing your time. Following just a few of the time management lessons below can make a huge impact on your projects and your life. 1. Labor over the important parts of your project. Avoid fussing over the details until you’ve got the main points and parts down. Most of us don’t complete projects because we get bogged down in the weeds....
1. They respect your beliefs and values. The person you marry doesn’t have to agree with you on every issue, but even so, you must have a mutual respect for each other’s core beliefs and values. How could it be possible to keep on loving a person you don’t respect? Spoiler Alert: It’s not. 2. They help you grow as a person. The person you marry should help you evolve into a better version of yourself....
What are you favorites on the list? The 29 Healthiest Foods on the Planet – [Bellybytes.com]
Patrick shows you the potential in the ordinary and the ability to make everything, especially yourself, better. He’s also a voice of reason for needing less rather than more stuff to achieve that better self. Without further ado, here’s a look at how Patrick Rhone, the creator of Minimal Mac and the thinker behind the enough book and podcast approaches his creative and productive pursuits. Creativity Have you always considered yourself a creative person?...
