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1. A Dedication by Washed Out “Don’t be scared it’s over now, I swear.” Everything’s okay when you’re in each other’s arms. 2. It’s Different by Dear Rouge “It’s so different when we touch.” A Valentine song for the sweet and passionate butterflies that last. 3. Beth/Rest by Bon Iver “Our love is a star, sure some hazardry, for the light before and after most indefinitely.” Poetic and lovely. 4. Hot Dreams by Timber Timbre “I wanna wake, I wanna wake, I wanna wake from hot dreams of you....

My portable thumb drive toolbox as of May 2006 – [David Findley’s Blog]

But it’s not always easy to find it. In fact, sometimes we get into such a rut of thinking a certain way that it can actually keep us from connecting with a potential partner. Or it might keep sending us to the wrong kind of partner: one who seems attractive at first, but ultimately isn’t good for a healthy, long-term relationship. If you feel like that’s happening in your life, take a look at these three critical mistakes that might be holding you back....

At the most, that’s a half-truth. From what I have learned from people who have accomplished big things in both their lives and careers, one of their most common “a-ha moments” was when they realized that working hard was not enough to succeed, and that often it was even a waste of time and energy. Thinking from this perspective, I have collected 3 things that just are as important, or even more important, than hard work when it comes to achieving success....

Ready for some harsh truths? How to Overcome 3 of the Real Reasons You’re Not as Productive as You’d Like to Be 1. You’re not a “victim” of “distractions” — you’re choosing to avoid the work There’s a new narrative spreading so far and fast that it’s becoming a full-blown cultural meme. It goes like this: In the digital age, information is “coming at us” all the time, and we’re all but powerless to stop it....

I’m not talking about quitting your job or changing your career. I’m talking about making money on the side: taking skills you already have and padding your wallet with some cool extra cash each month. How awesome would that be? I’m an entrepreneur, and I’ve seen plenty of people who make money on the side. There’s no “exclusive formula” for it: it’s really just about consistency, long-term focus (don’t give up in a week), and learning from mistakes (optimization and hacking your way to success)....

That photo you wish you wouldn’t have taken at a party in college? Prospective employers can find it if they search hard enough. That tweet you sent out while you were upset with your ex? Colleagues will often judge your character based on information you post online. And while you can’t always wipe your online image totally clean, you can start to build a positive online reputation that’s strong and professional....

Finding balance means adopting the path less travelled, and rethinking arbitrarily determined timelines in favour of creating our own timelines and strategies — that work for ourselves. And for some of us, that also means rethinking the whole idea of “cleanses” and austerity as penance for excess, instead embracing a few simple pleasures that can bring us a little bit of joy throughout the entire year. I’m here to tell you that a little tipple can help you do that!...

1. Self-Awareness Understanding how your brain makes memories is crucial to improving memory function. As you experience the world, the sensory information received is encoded through your short-term memory—visually, acoustically, and semantically—and stored in various regions of your brain with your working memory. Through the long-term process of recollection, your brain reconstructs the memory from storage, meaning that the more times you access a memory, the more likely it is to change (the opposite is true of “commonplace” memories which you rarely revisit, such as this morning’s shower, yesterday’s commute, etc....

That feeling has caused me to have a love/hate relationship with exercise for many years. I dreaded having to workout and the mental and physical strain that came along with it, but I loved being healthy and the “high” I would get when it was over with. That was until my friend Anna taught me to change the way I thought about exercise. She helped me incorporate meditation in my workout....

When you want to succeed as much as you want to breathe, that’s when you will be successful. Success, however it’s defined, takes action, and taking good and appropriate action takes skills. Some of these skills (not enough, though) are taught in school (not well enough, either), others are taught on the job, and still others we learn from general life experience. Below is a list of general skills that will help anyone get ahead in practically any field, from running a company to running a gardening club....

Click on the image to download a wallpaper sized 30 Second Tip! Be likable. People who are liked have the wind at their backs. So be liked. The problem is that we tend to try to better ourselves all at once, rather than concentrate on one important thing at a time, allowing ourselves to build up momentum over months and years. One day at a time turns into a lifetime of change and getting better....

A Nobel Peace Prize winner, the current Dalai Lama has spent his life teaching truths that help people reach greater happiness and enlightenment. He advocates for a life of compassion and service. Here are some of his most powerful life lessons that will benefit us if we internalize and put them into practice. 12 Timeless Life Lessons Learned from the Dalai Lama

Some easy ways to save money: Remember that saving money is not about being cheap or stingy; it’s about putting money into your bank account rather than giving it to someone else. There are many ways to save money, some you’ve never thought of, and some that won’t appeal or apply to you. Just pick a few of the ideas that sound doable and watch the savings add up. Save big, save small, but save wherever you can....

1. The Pilot and the Little Prince: The Life of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, by Peter Sis Sis’s book illuminates the life of French pilot and author Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, creator of The Little Prince. This epic tale of adventure follows Saint-Exupéry as he grows from a fatherless child to pioneer of flight. 2. The Heart and the Bottle, by Oliver Jeffers For anyone who has ever suffered the loss of a close person, Jeffers’s book captures the journey from loss of innocence to the revitalization of the soul....

“I dream my painting, and then I paint my dream.” Vincent van Gogh “Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable.” Cesar A. Cruz “An artist is an explorer.” Henri Matisse “If you are willing to do something that might not work, you’re closer to being an artist.” Seth Godin “Art is the only way to run away without leaving home.” Twyla Tharp “Art is the most intense mode of individualism that the world has known....

The latest trend in mobile seems to be the integration of rewards programs into apps. Gone are the traditional punch cards and stamps that were once used to denote loyalty, only to be replaced by a 21st century staple: the smartphone. However, not all rewards programs are created equal. That’s why, for the purposes of this list, we’ll be looking at applications that either offer perks upon downloading or give you a bonus with your first purchase....

Fruit Cake Fruit cake is ranked as the most preferred cake. Fruit is certainly good for our health because it contains fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Fruit cake is easy to make, not time consuming, and, of course, yummy. The commonly used fruits are strawberries, bananas, pineapples, cherries, etc. Funky Cake Wouldn’t you like to surprise your child on their birthday with a cake shaped like their favorite cartoon character? Or perhaps you want to give a big heart-shaped cake to your other half on your anniversary?...

Swimming Builds Self-Esteem The article Developing Self-Esteem, published by the Seattle Children’s Hospital, March 2012, Michelle New, Phd, expresses the wisdom in developing self-esteem early. Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Colleen Hammon — who has taught many children in her 30 years of instruction — also feels swimming is a great for self-esteem. Swimming Teaches Sportsmanship USA Swimming states “swimming teaches the life lessons of sport and sportsmanship which include learning to deal with winning and losing, as well as working with officials, teammates and coaches....