But 5 years ago, I learned that yoga was not just for the uber-limber. It’s for me. And for you. I am plus-size—or to be more exact, 4XL sized. As a 6’3″ and well over 300–pound male, I am the antithesis of the stereotypical yoga master. But I was introduced to it though P90X series and found that over time, I got more out of the yoga section than any workout I’ve ever experience....
1. Be open and honest with each other. Honesty should come naturally in a serious, committed relationship – but sometimes that’s when it’s the hardest! Make sure you and your partner have a strong foundation of trust that allows you to tell each other anything. Being up front about anything on your mind or that has happened during your day will make you feel more connected to each other, which in turn will make your relationship more loving and healthy....
He’s danced between the line of huge successes and huge failures, and luckily for him, success won the battle hands down… but I don’t believe it was luck that guaranteed him success. There are a few key reasons why I believe he is as successful as he is today, and I’ll share them with you in the hope that you can take away some of this wisdom and apply it to your own life....
When you’re on your own, you have the freedom to do almost whatever you want without worrying about disappointing someone in the group. You can map your own route, plan your own itinerary, and make any last minute changes as you please. Whether you’re used to living independently or you find comfort in kin, you’ll find that traveling alone is a breath of fresh air. Not only are there countless reasons to travel alone, there are also many life lessons to learn from the experience....
Most of us were exposed to rote learning early in our life when we memorized the alphabet, numbers, multiplication tables, and formulas. This often carries into high school as well, when we are fed dates, names, and grammatical rules. This habit can, unfortunately, carry on till much later when we are so used to being given information and simply using it, we don’t think about the logic behind the information itself....
Self Management Checklist – [University of Victoria]
What do we mean by cherished? “Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead.” – Oscar Wilde Most marriage or partnership ceremonies mention the word ‘cherish.’ The best definition of the word ‘cherished’ is ‘nurtured.’ Think of a plant which needs water, sunshine, and a bit of tender loving care. Just do that today and every day. The plant or relationship will grow and flourish as you discover each other....
1. They can’t or won’t admit when they’re wrong A narcissist will not accept the idea that they could have been wrong about something. If someone you love argues intensely about something as innocuous as whether or not they took out the trash, you might want to watch your step. 2. They’re jealous all the time Envy is almost synonymous with narcissism. If your significant other is scared of you even getting in the car with someone of the opposite sex, they could be a narcissist....
But maybe it’s time to start taking pride in our progress. Maybe it’s time that we recognize all the accomplishments we’ve made and the true significance of these accomplishments. That being said, here are 12 signs that you’re doing better than you think you are. 1. You know what you don’t want. We spend so much of our lives searching for what we truly want. The life partner that will make our lives more meaningful....
Apparently not because Internet job boards still exist, and people still create cover letters. I remember wondering when employers didn’t respond to me and I could never make it to the second interview. But then I worked in a recruiting position for five months and had a period where I went through ten jobs in several years to find one that fit my skills perfectly. I had all the odds against me to land another job: considered a job-hopper, poor work references, and a startup spirit....
1. Clean up your online presence. If it’s on the internet, your potential boss can find it. For some reason, people tend to think there’s no way anyone could find that one photo/post/tweet/comment. I’m here to tell you that they can find it, and they will. Remove any inappropriate photos or language from your social media sites. If there’s anything on your accounts that you’re unsure of, take it off anyway....
So, how can we lose belly fat fast? The obvious or most common answer is to do a heap of sit-ups and crunches. I will cover my 12 favorite exercises to get the whole body to adapt and drop fat fast from the comfort of your own home! These exercises help us appear leaner in the mid-section as the ab muscles become fuller and draw water into the muscle, making our abs seem larger and our waist leaner....
1. Icon by Freepik Sometimes cold water is nice. Sometimes it just isn’t. Water doesn’t have to be cold or even room temperature. Warm it up when you feel like it. Not only is it sometimes more enjoyable, but it can also aid in digestion, prevent constipation, and more! 2. Icon by Freepik If water is just WAY too boring for you, substitute it for some herbal tea. It’s hydrating, tastes good, and depending on the herbs you use may have added health benefits....
1. VidtoMP3 VidtoMP3 helps you convert YouTube videos into mp3s for you to play on your computer. All you need to do is to insert the youtube link into the text box, wait for it to convert, and you’re set to download the audio. Easy as pie. 2. f.lux You know how you’re not supposed to sit in front of LED screens and expose yourself to blue light at night if you want to sleep well?...
Go to Google homepage and type the words “I want to commit suicide”. Above all the search results, Google provides the Suicide Helpline number of your country. A young girl wrote to Google to give her father a day off as it was his birthday. This is what Google sent back in reply. Now, that is something. (Source -Facebook) Go to Google Maps. Click on the satellite view and zoom out as much as possible....
1. They can discover The world of books and reading does excite. People who read together are challenged and are simply more interesting people. Readers want to find and be more intrigued by new stories and experiences. They don’t get stuck because they have busy minds that are constantly engaged. 2. They are healthier Research has shown that reading slows the progress and prevents the development of Alzheimer’s and dementia. People who read together are concerned about their mental health and do well to keep their brain active....
I mean, sure, sometimes it’s super-satisfying to see the rewards of a clean home after a deep clean — and it can even be therapeutic after a particularly stressful day — but the majority of the time, cleaning is a never-ending pain. I live with two guys (feel sorry for me), and seriously, there’s always something that needs cleaning. That’s why I love a good cleaning hack, and why I’m going to share some of my discoveries with you in this post....
Strength training provides more than just losing fat and getting muscles. Running a couple miles daily provides benefits that go beyond improved speed, longer endurance, and the addition of a nice set of legs. In fact, those who exercise regularly on a weekly basis will experience benefits that the majority of people wouldn’t expect to come from exercising. Allow me to give you 14 reasons to start exercising immediately....
Books are a short cut to experience. Books merge centuries together, granting the wisdom of ages to those with the strength of will to grasp it. People in their twenties can bring meaning and direction to their lives by learning through literature, how others have coped with this difficult time of life. These 15 books will help you transcend the your experiences and gain a deeper understanding of human nature – and who you want to be:...
One of the drawbacks of this age, though, is that sometimes there is too much information and you have to rely on friends to help you weed out the good from the bad or useless. And that is why I am taking to my keyboard today. Here are 15 websites to change your life and get you inspired and motivated: 1. GCF LearnFree I have put this one first because there’s still a huge number of people who have no computer knowledge and don’t know how to get started in the new computer-based world....
