Many times in life, it feels like everything is bad. You are so stressed that you cannot imagine a life without difficulty. Well, a good life is possible. Here are ten things to look for and handle that will smooth it all out for you and put you back in control. 1. Recognize that there are people who are out to sabotage you and are intentionally trying to be difficult....
These 10 people have delivered some of the most inspiring talks that have a great impact on a lot of lives and will positively change your perspective on life. 1. Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action The impact: The concept of clearly defining one’s why was introduced to me by one of my mentors. I revisit this talk often to remind myself of its importance. 2. Richard Branson: Life at 30,000 feet The impact: It’s easy for us to lionize business leaders....
Sometimes maintaining a proper work-life balance is more than being able to properly prioritize one’s time between work and leisure activities. Sometimes it’s about finding a job that doesn’t stress you out so much that you spend what time you do take off from it freaking out about what awaits you when you return. There are myriad ways of measuring work-life balance depending the source. A job or industry with good work-life balance should have good pay, the possibility for growth, as well as giving you the chance to lead a life outside an office....
She asked him, “Have you ever had to forgive yourself for something?” His Holiness replied, “My attitude towards mosquitoes is not very favorable, not very peaceful. Bed bugs also.” Oprah was astounded that there was nothing else to be forgiven for in a life spanning 78 years. Forgiveness and compassion for all living creatures are the two pillars of the Dalai Lama’s teachings. Let’s discover together how his teachings will change your life....
1. I’m not him/her People tend to compare themselves to others who have already made the change they are contemplating. This can affect the way you perceive yourself and your outcome. It also won’t help you to achieve your goal. Rather, try to think of who you are comparing yourself to as proof that it can be done. Have the “If they can do it, so can I” mentality. 2. I’m comfortable with what I have or where I am in life That’s great, but don’t let this prevent you from making a life change....
1. Teach kids to never stop reading and learning. The more you read and learn, the more you open your mind to a wide range of possibilities and know all sorts of things that make you smarter and wiser. Children should also know learning does not involve reading textbooks only. There are many ways to learn. Encourage your children to be open-minded and receptive to learning from life situations (both positive and negative), other people who are good role models, as well as their parents....
While I do think there is a place for cheesy romances and beach novels, a sharp mind needs the prodding of good book. If you love to read and enjoy to have your ways of thinking challenged, then you will love these 10 books. All of these books will challenge your world view and make your mental wheels turn as new worlds and ways of thought are illuminated. Plus, they will all make you look good if you die in the middle of reading it!...
1. HabitRPG This game turns your everyday activities into little quests. You work to develop habits such as flossing, drinking water and getting eight hours of sleep while earning gold and awesome gear for your character. HabitRPG is designed to help you develop positive habits and move beyond those negative ones. The rewards of collecting gold, leveling up and making your character buff are sure to increase your overall producitivity. Get it here....
Many women think that simply walking into the gym and working out regularly will help them get proper results within a few days. Or some others spend day in and day out inside the gym and still don’t get enough results. If you are among the ones who are putting in your best and still not seeing any expected results, it is time you assess your own workouts and check to see that there are no mistakes in the way you do it....
Productivity has several definitions; we shall define in relation to economies: Productivity measures output per unit of input, considering factors such as capital, labor, land or any other resource in the production process. It calculates Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as a ratio to hours worked. In this article, we’ll look into the 10 most productive countries and lessons we can learn from them. How to determine the most productive countries?...
It is time to stop believing false myths about our brains. Some can make a big difference in the way we perceive things and our overall success. Myth #1: We Only Use 10% of Our Brains This myth is the most commonly believed one so we will begin with it. The myth most likely came from William James, an American psychologist in the early 1900s. When James was quoted while saying, “the average person rarely achieves but a small portion of his or her overall potential,” the quote was altered....
1. NASA Finds Evidence of Water on Mars! In September, NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter found evidence that liquid water may sometimes still flow on Mars! Researchers detected hydrated minerals on the slopes of Mars that seem to ebb and flow, appearing darker in warmer times and fading during the colder times. This is significant because this validates the thought that briny water flows on Mars in the present time. This means that the possibility of humans living on Mars someday is becoming more and more of a reality every day!...
Usually, when companies need to work on boosting productivity they tend to use incentive programs, which can work pretty well but it’s not enough, because a large percentage of them have deadlines. In order to solve this problem, you should devote yourself to coming up with various perks which will keep your employees on the edge. If you do introduce them to your business, there will always be something fun going on around the office, so you’ll actually be working on productivity and entertainment at the same time....
It’s true. Just ask science. To up your chances of living a long, happy life, having a bunch of fair-weather buddies won’t do the trick. You need a diverse, well-rounded entourage that will stick with you through thick and thin. The following eight types of friends are just what you need to keep the doctor away. 8 Types Of Friends You Need To Have in Your Life
1. If we both became jobless, what financial resources would we have? This question is great, because it shines some light on your partner’s financial attitudes. Jumping into the question on a worse-case-scenario basis immediately emphasizes the importance of financial competency. Although it’s scary to imagine a world without any income, it’s good to know what sort of plan might be plausible, given your current financial attitudes. 2. If I became a full-time professional, could you manage being a full-time parent?...
1. They aren’t afraid to be by themselves. Smart women know what they want and aren’t willing to settle for anything less. They know the importance of staying true to themselves and they also realize that sacrificing their needs for the sake of love with the wrong person will only cause resentment in the long run. They do not have to settle out of fear of being alone, or fear of social implications by others’ who do not understand a woman’s ability to be by herself, and be happy....
So, how you appear to others is as important as how you really are. Appearance is the first opportunity for you to appeal to others and, in some cases, the only opportunity. Therefore, you should be thoughtful about presenting yourself. Here are some reasons why well-dressed men are more likely to succeed at work. 1. They feel extra confident about themselves. Well-groomed men feel extra confident about themselves and fully realize their potential and abilities....
