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The current generation is experiencing a turbo-charged, technologically advanced world like none other. The world is literally at our fingertips. Social media has made geographical spaces nonexistent. Yet with all the development and the ability to be more connected than ever, the National Health Statistics Reports show that the number of failed relationships has barely changed over the past couple of decades. So if our world is providing us with the best resources to have the happiest lifestyle, why are our relationships not reflective of these improvements?...

1. Eliminate distractions Disable all text notifications that serve no purpose. Facebook, Twitter, and e-mail notifications are the Big Three that are probably eating up more time than you could ever imagine. 2. Stop judging other people Does carrying a grudge or being judgmental ever make you feel any better about yourself? It might give you temporary gratification, but is it really worth your time and effort? I don’t think so....

1. Revolut 2. TheFind Create a personalized shopping hub with TheFind where you can save all of your favorite stores and brands and receive alerts once your favorite products go discounted. iOS (free) and Android (free) 3. CoSign Another hot new app on the list to watch out for in 2015! CoSign will let you share your awesome looks online, tag products you wear and get commissioned each time some of your followers click on it and make purchases....

As a psychotherapist, it is crucial to disclose that in my years of experience working with individuals and even marriages experiencing depression, one of the most devastating aspects of dealing with depression is the stigma and negative criticism that comes from others. Furthermore, people may not even know that their behaviors and comments are being negative or hurtful and sometimes even make the depression feel worse. With this in mind, here are 20 simple things we can remember when interacting with those that may be having a fight with depression....

A good relationship is not easy. Not everyone can maintain one. Instead of giving into every emotional outburst and speaking every word that they think; solid relationships have the skills to stay glued together, no matter how hard life tugs at them, as it tries to pull them apart. 1. They don’t let their past define their present. The traumas and dramas of years gone by serve no purpose now....

1. Never stop learning. Every word you write will teach you something new. You will learn as you go; about writing, about specific topics, about the internet, and about yourself. 2. Be genuine. Let your voice permeate your posts. Write the way you talk. If people who know you read your blog, they should be able to hear you saying the words as they read them, so don’t try to be somebody you’re not....

1. Color Changing Squirty Chalk Color changing squirty chalk is fun for kids on a couple of levels. kids get to watch as a liquid mystifyingly becomes a dry solid. They also get to be very artistic and playful. Encourage children to mix the three basic colors to ‘magically’ make other colors appear. 2. Fizzy Ice Science Fizzy Ice Science is an exceptional experiment even for the little ones. The crystals can be colored with food coloring....

Stuck on only painting the room? Well, paint ain’t the only way to spruce up a kid’s space. Check out these ideas to store clutter while making your child’s room little more fun and appealing. 25. Sneaker Saver Sick and tired of the morning battle cry of ‘Where are my shoes?’ Every parent can likely attest to hearing this cry anytime the family has to go somewhere. Turn old pallets into a nifty storage shelf for shoes....

1. Check Battery Usage Your battery drains in an alarming rate, which forces you to charge iPhone, iPad or iPod touch frequently. Don’t worry. iOS 8 helps to monitor battery usage and tells you which apps drain your battery most. Just go to Settings > General > Usage > Battery Usage. 2. Recover Deleted Photos Have you accidentally deleted photos from your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch? Don’t panic. iOS 8 brings the deleted photos back effortlessly....

1. Banish Clutter Keep odds and ends organized in a muffin tin slid into a desk drawer. 2. Color-Code Keys Nail polish is a cheap and colorful way to make your keys easy to identify. 3. Corral Chargers Attach a binder clip to the edge of your nightstand, string your phone or tablet charger through the metal loops, and you’ll never fumble to find a charger again. 4. Add Ambiance Whether you rent or own, it’s easy to set the right mood in any room by installing a dimmer switch....

Luckily, there are many apps and websites that will improve their skills of time management, planning, brainstorming, writing, socializing, and many other aspects of student life. In this article you will find a list of 25 websites, apps and tools that will immediately turn you into a smarter student. 1. StudentRate Among all the new responsibilities as a college student, budgeting may be the toughest one. StudentRate.com is a website where you can find great discounts and steal deals that range from textbooks, to travel, to technology....

Make sure you’re exposed to that fresh air. The stuffy surroundings of an office could make the cheeriest go-getter wilt and grumble. Meditate for a few minutes every day, whether you enjoy twisting yourself into prestles during yoga or kneeling in a pew. Either way, you’re sure to clear your mind and gain some precious perspective. Open your promotional emails. Everyday. We know you don’t want to open another Groupon ad....

Being a parent is one of the most rewarding, yet challenging roles we can play in life. Although there is no instruction manual for parenting, there is a lot of great information at your fingertips to support your efforts in giving your children what they need to grow into happy, strong, fulfilled adults. Below is a list of 26 gifts we can give our children that they will never forget, and are as easy as A, B, and C....

Here are 27 creative ways to reuse old clothing. 1. T-Shirt Comforter Turn your old t-shirts into a blanket. 2. Shirt Pillow Case Turn old shirts into a pillowcase. You can use t-shirts as well! 3. Shirt Coin Purse Make a small coin purse or wallet using an old shirt. 4. Shirt Tote Bag Make a tote bag. 5. DIY Draft stopper Use old jeans to stop drafts and save energy in your home....

Some people, however, get a bit carried away with creating their milkshakes. Despite how easy a milkshake is to make, it is even easier to make mistakes and add ingredients that lower the healthiness of the drink. While there are no wrong ways to make a great milkshake, there are mistakes that can make your breakfast less energizing than it could be. Here are three common mistakes that people make when blending up their very own milkshakes:...

While severe period cramps (called dysmenorrhea) isn’t a sign of a health disorder for which you can visit a doctor and easily fix, it messes up our lives in very big and unpleasant ways. However, despite living in the 21st century, there isn’t a fool proof medicine to quickly alleviate all the intense period pain. But this doesn’t mean there is no hope. Each of us is different and what works for one person may not work for another....

However we (the new generation) rely on the beautifully combined technology called the Internet, and we can connect and find every sentence ever said or written by the successful people. Just the fact that we can read about other people’s success can make our way much easier. I’ve found three things highly successful people wish they knew earlier and shared their words with the world, hoping to ease the way of many young and mature people who try to break their way through and find the authentic way to success....

So let’s not waste anymore time, shall we? Here are three actions you can take now — before we even hit 2012 — to end next year with a better balance than this year. 1. Know Your End Game What kind of financial standing do you want to end up with in December 2012? Take some time now to plan your financial goals. I recommend figuring out how things went this year....

3 Types of Productivity – Making the Most of a Working Day – [Digital Digressions]

Yet, it is often that this feeling of sympathy – or empathy – comes and goes. We care about the person who was affected by the tragedy, but we are unsure of how we are able to offer them our support without offending them. In the end, aside from saying “I’m sorry for your loss”, we have done little to make our friends, or family feel better. This brings us to the question: how can we sympathize and support our loved ones through tragic events?...