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In one of the biggest scandals ever uncovered in sports history, Lance Armstrong came clean about his use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) throughout much of his professional cycling career last Thursday (January 17) in a two-part interview with Oprah Winfrey on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). Lance Armstrong–Oprah Winfrey Interview: Key Highlights I didn’t catch the interview when it was broadcast on TV. I only knew about the interview after it was over, when my friend Karl told me about it over brunch....

However, it is not always possible to simply wind down. No matter how hard you try, you just can’t stop thinking about all the obligations that you have. The brain (that stubborn little piece of gray matter that won’t work with you sometimes, even though it’s supposed to be you) needs some distraction- something that will occupy it and make it forget all about the troubles both ahead and behind....

If that is the case, then I’m here to ask you to reconsider. Before I get into why you should film yourself and how you will benefit from it, keep the following in mind: Steps 1-3 are for everyone, while steps 4-5 are more specific and challenging. It helps to define a specific purpose so that you are clear regarding why you are filming yourself. You always get more out of a thing if you are deliberate in your practice and decide in advance what you will focus on....

Whatever the reason, transitioning to a vegetarian diet is not as daunting as you may think. Sure, it isn’t necessarily easy. After all, if you grew up enjoying turkey at Thanksgiving or fried chicken on the 4th of July, consuming meat is ingrained in you. When I decided to became a vegetarian over five years ago (I am now vegan, but I had to start somewhere!), I performed a Google search extensive research to explore the benefits of vegetarianism and how to transition in a healthy, safe way....

In this article we will be looking at five research findings that suggest a connection between food choices and certain personality types. The ultimate goal is to examine the findings to determine whether they are accurate and reliable, i.e. to see if we can use the information to our advantage and make a positive lifestyle change. 1. Thrill seekers love spicy food Way back in the 70’s, a researcher at the University of Pennsylvania argued that the reason why people enjoy the burning sensation of spicy food, is the same reason why some people enjoy potentially dangerous activities, i....

How your neighbors take care of their property can also directly impact your property value. We’ve all heard of curb appeal and how important it is for everyone to keep their areas in tip top shape. But what happens when several of your neighbors start to care less and less about their homes appearance? The sad truth is that neighborhoods occasionally fall into decay. The good news is if you stay alert and look for the signs, you may be able to tell before anyone else that you’re living on a block that’s headed in the wrong direction....

Your ticket is booked. You’re packed and ready to go. Are you ready to have a good time on your next adventure? Good. Before you go, remember that you’ll be a guest in another country. As great as it is to kick back and relax, you need to keep in mind that you might end up disrespecting locals or even the very place you are visiting. You don’t want to do any of the following five things and end up looking like a crappy tourist:...

Those were the words I heard escape the lips of my once close friend from school. It seemed odd since this fellow didn’t exactly seem like the type to have issues connecting with people. If I recall correctly, in school, he seemed to get along just fine with those around him. However, I couldn’t resist doing a small analysis of his situation, asking him questions about his routine and dating life....

Spring cleaning dates back many centuries to a time when the spring clean was done to clean out the soot left by oil lamps and fires used to light and warm homes in the winter. Many religions and cultures have used the spring and approaching Easter to clean alters and begin the new religious year. These days, of course, we don’t rely on oil lamps and fires in every room to keep our homes warm, but we can still use this old tradition to clean up our stuff and prepare ourselves for what awaits in the rest of the year[1]....

The following are five keys I look for when working with businesses to help create a high performance team. These ideas are not necessarily new; they represent the core values and success principles used by the greatest teams in history. What is novel is using a framework from sport and performance psychology to help corporations excel and reach their full potential. Know Your Mission Whether you’re striving to become a fortune one hundred company, optimize your small business, or something in between – success and team work starts with knowing your company’s mission....

Just seeing that word evokes a visceral response. It’s the tossing and turning the night before a big meeting. It’s the hectic morning rush to get out the door on time. It’s the pounding headache after a long day at work. Peruse any major magazine these days, and you’re bound to find some article about the harmful effects of stress. Everyone’s talking about how to lower, manage, and overcome stress....

But what if I told you there was a way to make more time? Modern day workers live in a world where being busy is put on a pedestal. There is a common misconception that the more work you agree to take on and the more occupied with tasks you are, the more it will demonstrate to your boss and colleagues how much of a dedicated worker you are. However, most times, it’s simply a misconception....

In order to start moving in the right direction, it’s important to be able to articulate the various factors that make employees feel engaged and satisfied. Furthermore, it’s up to business leaders to listen and apply the lessons learned. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the top things that make people want to show up to work every day. 1. Good Office Layout Don’t worry, you aren’t the only one....

But, what exactly are autopilot cars? What do they do? What should we know? To shed a bit of light on the topic, we decided to list five things you could have missed since the release of Tesla’s first autopilot car in October 2014. 1. Autopilot vs. Autonomous Autopilot cars, contrary to popular belief, are not autonomous cars. Autonomous cars would mean you can give your car the name of a location, press a button, and let it drive you there without you having to lift a finger in the process....

What you may not be aware of, however, is that there are also numerous preventative methods of avoiding back pain. Absorbing the right nutrients from your diet is crucial, for example, as this aids muscular strength and flexibility while ensuring that you maintain a healthy weight. 5 Nutrients That Will Help you to Alleviate Lower Back Pain The following nutrients also enable your body to repair itself after an injury, which can also negate the risk of long-term complaints and alleviate lower back pain:...

It all started with an anxiety disorder that I didn’t know how to manage. I was agoraphobic, and I turned to drink just to be able to deal with the fear of leaving the house. Initially, my plan worked quite well, so it seemed like a good idea. But the decision to drown the fear in drink caused me far more problems, over time, than it solved. I’ve recovered from all my issues now, after learning how to make good decisions that don’t lead to regrets....

If you start reading about habit creation, you’ll see that it takes a lot more than you think to actually acquire habits into your life. Although the techniques are vast and various, if you pay attention to some specific points, you’ll see results sooner than later. Here are the best tricks to create good habits: 1. Start small Some people don’t realize that the whole process happens gradually. I mean, if you want to start running, you won’t be able to do 10 km on your first day without getting exhausted....

If you’re battling with that persistent voice that keeps telling you how things could go wrong, how you may not have worked it out right, then you’re dealing with self-doubt. Self-doubt can be dangerous to your overall wellness; it is not only physiologically harmful but also harmful in terms of living productively and with emotional and spiritual wellness. The following are some of the dangers of self-doubt you should know about....

Punctuation may be having more of an impact on your relationships now than at any previous point in human history. At no other time have we communicated on such a broad scale through written communication. When you combine emails, instant messaging, online chatting, and text messaging, not to mention snail mail, post cards, and handwritten notes, the communication of most of your thoughts comes in writing. Punctuation marks have developed to help capture the meaning conveyed through the inflection of the voice....

1. The things you learn in class translate directly to work. I am currently a digital marketing communications coordinator and also enrolled in an Internet marketing class. Every Monday in class I stop the professor multiple times and ask questions that focus not just on the theory of how XYZ marketing campaign is supposed to be run, but that also focus closely on the tactical execution of the idea. This serves to help develop for me a natural buffer that keeps me a couple steps ahead of the demands of my work life....