Do you always feel as if you’re constantly jumping from one thing to another throughout the day without having anything to show for your efforts? Here are seven ways to focus on what really matters, right here, right now. Set three important tasks to complete each and every day. Your to-do list may be a mile long, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be selective about what you are going to accomplish today....
Immersive activities are a perfect opportunity to practice mindfulness. An immersive activity is one in which you concentrate on process. You’re putting one foot in front of the other. While you’re doing this, any type of thought might come knocking at your door, unbidden. Don’t judge your thoughts. Thoughts, when they surface from the subconscious to the conscious mind, are equivalent to things that appear in the field of vision....
1. Develop absolute clarity It is easy to blame the government, your boss, a poor economy, etc. for keeping you from success. Clarity is important in taking charge of your life and determining your success. Know what you want and be 100 percent clear about it. By doing this, you can clear out all distractions and energy burners that seem to be taking you in the wrong direction. 2. Improve your relationships It is not hard to figure out why certain people are failures – just stare at their circle of influence....
1. Green Tea Bring 8 oz of water to a boil soak 2 green tea bags for 3-5 minutes take mint, lemon and honey to add flavor This is a drink that you can drink hot or cold. If you drink it cold, I recommend putting the mint in ice cubes. I like drinking this first thing in the morning because it boosts your metabolism and is a healthy way to start the day....
1. Show your psychic power Image via WikiHow Here’s a trick built upon a little quirk of math that not too many people know about. When 9 is multiplied by any number between 2 and 9, the digits of the answer will always add up to 9. That is the basis for this trick, and here are the easy steps: 2. Magically linking paper clips Image via Real Simple There really is no magic to this trick, but no one will know that but you....
If you plan on building muscles, and you have a skinny frame, this shouldn’t be a concern. There are strategies that you can implement in order to bulk up. Here are eight strategies how skinny individuals could gain muscle mass. 1. Take carbohydrates as pre-workout Timing of your meals is important. Eating carbohydrates right after workout may not be the best idea. On the other hand, carbohydrate rich meals such as pasta can be considered a good pre-workout meal....
PS: Wikimedia Commons 1. Climb Mount Kilimanjaro Ever dreamed of scaling a mountain? As the largest free-standing mountain in the world, Kilimanjaro is the ultimate travel adventure. With one of the most accessible summits, this majestic mountain in Africa graces many travelers’ lists. Trust me, you do not have to be a world-class athlete to make it to the top, you just need the right gear and a good dose of determination....
Holding A Negative Belief About Yourself Despite the progress of neuroscience and psychology, there is much we still don’t know about our minds. One thing we do know of however, is the placebo effect. Which is perhaps, the perfect example to demonstrate the power a belief can hold. It can help you heal, it can alter your reality. Also, recent studies suggest that perhaps the way you view stress and choose to react to it, has more to do with it’s negative effects than the stress itself....
This article will detail some tough and misleading questions that generally confuse potential employees and will help you get an insider view on what employers are looking for in your responses. Remember in order to ensure your success you need to take the time to properly prepare your responses, practice them and always stay hungry for new information. This article will point you to the right direction for you to be successful in job interviews....
Many of us have a normal curiosity about whether or not we’re smart, but without completing a standardized test, such as the Stanford-Binet intelligence test, we might not know for sure. Lucky for us, researchers have identified traits and behaviors that are common to intelligent people. If you’re curious about your innate intellect, check out this infographic from Business Insider. It breaks down common behaviors and characteristics that those who are smarter than the average Joe express and exhibit....
In two years, I had traveled to over 50 cities. I had practically lived in hotels and airport waiting areas. I barely saw friends and family. I knew it was time to step away from work. I ended up taking 2 weeks off and felt completely refreshed, re-energized, and newly motivated. Over the last 31 years, I’ve always sprinted pretty hard at my projects and it’s helped me find success....
What is the Lymphatic System? Image Source Your lymphatic system is found circulating throughout your body. It is made up of tissues, organs, and fluids that work together to eliminate toxins and waste. It does this by transporting lymph, a white blood cell filled fluid. It is also made up of lymph nodes that produce extra white blood cells to fight off infections. The lymphatic system is unique in that it does not have one organ in charge of pumping lymph throughout your body (like the heart in the circulatory system)....
During this relatively brief period of time, people are likely to forge a number of important and specific judgements about your personality traits, values and level of success. Psychologists refer to this as “thin slicing,” and the impressions formed within nine to 10 seconds of meeting someone can be difficult to correct or override. With this in mind, here are ten swift and initial judgements that individuals make when they first meet you....
This list shows some of the most important things learned by people who have said hello to 40. 1. Age is Just a Mindset How you live determines how old you feel. You’ve probably seen 30-year-olds who look like they’re 50. They mope around like life has beaten them down, and there’s nothing left but to shrivel up and die. By contrast, there are plenty of examples of vibrant 50 and 60 year olds who glow with joy and enthusiasm about life....
Play head games. Train your brain: Memory, Visualization, Reasoning Prepare Taxes. Build your “cognitive reserve”. Remember passwords. Rethink your crossword puzzle. Learn Language or Mechanical skill. Exercise your Body. You don’t have to do them all, but the important thing is to pick the one that interests you the most. You can enjoy it, and you could use the opportunity to exercise your brain. 8 ways to exercise your brain – [DesMoinesRegister....
1. Higher temperatures make you less depressed Lower temperatures and less sunlight have been shown to cause SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder.) I know it’s true — it affects me every year. Higher temperatures and more sunlight, on the other hand, actually increase your mood and fight off depression! The heightened temperature speeds up the molecules in your body, making it easier to move, digest food, and think! 2. Sunny days make you more open to romantic possibilities Since sunny days with high temperatures increase our energy, it’s only natural that we become rowdier and more open to romantic ideas....
Building confidence is a never-ending uphill battle, and cultivating it is a gradual process. But here are 9 easy ways to boost your confidence and help you feel like the worthy person you already are: 1. Don’t obsess over others I used to believe that happiness and confidence was only for the famous or well-liked, but that’s not the case. Comparing your life to others is dangerous because it normally leaves you feeling worthless in some aspect....
Here are some useful tips that you can use for injury-free running. Run on Different Surfaces It is not advisable to run on the same surface continuously. Try running on a variety of surfaces and terrain. Regularly switch between hard, soft, smooth, and bumpy surfaces. It will help in avoiding injury as it will make the leg muscles stronger. The strength of the muscles increase, with different surfaces, comes a variety of foot movement....
Personally, I have broken free; for the most part. It was an interesting journey filled with dark rooms and far too many lonely nights watching Rocky. Here are some of the lessons I’ve learned along the way. 1. It Does Get Better It won’t feel like it will, but it will. Trust me. Yes, I know, easier said than done. Right, I get it. Everything is easier said than done....
