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A truly frightening example is revealed in the book by O’Toole in Bowman called Dangerous Instincts: How Gut Instincts Betray Us. A perfectly respectable, charming, well dressed neighbor was found to have installed a torture chamber in his garage where he was systematically abusing kidnapped women. This is an extreme example, but it does show how we can be totally deceived by a person’s physical appearance, manners and behavior. So, what can you do?...

In life, we cannot change events or their outcome. We can, however, choose the emotion and meaning we attach to them. It’s like the saying goes “Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react”. Our brains are designed to store information and then, at every single second of every day, when new information is received, our brains search for a reference memory to lay the foundation for our response....

1. The Market Has Officially Rebounded Folks like to throw the phrase “bad economy” around like candy at a parade, but luckily, the economy is no longer considered “bad” by experts. For entrepreneurs, this means a green light for getting started on those dreams. While consumers are still somewhat tight-fisted, if you showcase your unique goods or services with charm and individuality, you’ll likely do well. 2. Your Dream Won’t Get Easier to Accomplish Have you ever noticed that when you put off a chore, it seems to grow in proportion?...

So, how do we know if we have some of the traits that can make us highly successful in life? You might be showing some of these positive signs of potential future success but simply aren’t aware of them yet. 1. You are punctual and dependable It is difficult to find a person that keeps his or word every time and is never late to a meeting. Such people are held in high regard, both in the business world and among their friends....

2. Baking Soda When it comes to targeting specific, isolated odors, there is sometimes nothing more effective than baking soda. A natural absorber of odor, you can sprinkle a little baking soda onto dog urine, and wipe or vacuum it up. It will soak up the liquid and neutralize the smell. Be sure to test a small, unseen part of the fabric or carpet first to make sure it will not discolor upon application....

Here are 10 ways to make your spouse so happy she can’t hold it in. 1. Book a surprise second honeymoon This one could be a bank breaker, so it will probably take a while to plan (and save up for). Your honeymoon should have been one of the most enjoyable periods of your marriage, so giving your wife a chance to capture that joy – and spend some time with just the two of you – should make her happy enough to cry....

Here are 10 things Mrs. Right does to make Mr. Right commit to her: Trust is a simple but not easy word to carry on our shoulders. She is willing to put her doubts and uncertainty aside to fully give herself to him, in order to trust him. Sure, she might not know if he is definitely the man she can fully trust with her heart, but she is willing to take a chance with him....

1. They always proofread their work several times over. I was always astounded in college by the fact that most of my classmates rarely proofread their work. Even when they did, they usually only did it once, and subsequently turned in papers with tons of errors. This amazed me, as I literally felt a compulsion to read my work several times over. Indeed, I had a fairly concrete process. I would write, proofread, sleep on it, read it again, and then read it aloud....

1. They don’t worry about just making money. Outstanding entrepreneurs are not motivated or worried about making money. Rather than worry about money, they are focused on their passion. They work hard and focus on delivering value to the world around them. Yet somehow, this often pays off financially, even though it is not what they are worried about. 2. They don’t worry about failing. Why worry about failing when there is so much to accomplish throughout the process even if you do fail?...

But for some of us, most of the pressure comes from ourselves. We push ourselves to achieve more and more, and the idea of failure stresses us out. We love the feeling of doing a great job, but we often beat ourselves up over the little things. If you are too hard on yourself, you will be able to relate to these 10 things. 1. We don’t like asking for help, but we are more than happy to help anyone who needs it....

For starters, you should place yourself in the shoes of the customer and make a list of what you would have wanted. You should think about the security issues regarding your website and much more. To talk about all that in a little more detail, here’s a list of 10 essential things to know before building a website in 2016. 1. Domain name It’s the initial step of web designing....

You guessed it. We get points with every hospital stay. Both our children are diagnosed with congenital heart defects #CHD (among other diagnoses). We’ve had more open-heart surgeries and heart procedures than we can count. Our baby girl stayed in the NICU for several months after her birth; she stayed three months after just one of her surgeries. Once, she stayed so long, I had to call AAA to get my car battery jumped when she was discharged....

1. Take a trip. You can’t expect to have much of a perspective about the world if you confine yourself to the limits of your hometown. Traveling doesn’t have to be expensive; you could hop in your car and start driving without a destination in mind, explore a nearby town you’ve never heard of, split the cost of a beach trip with a group of friends, or take your partner on a discounted tropical cruise during an off-season....

Okay, so you’re not a kid anymore. The months of June, July, and August no longer mean complete freedom. If anything, summer is even more depressing because you would much rather be outside enjoying the gorgeous weather than stuck inside an office with sub-par air conditioning. Just because you’ll never again enjoy summer the way you did when you were a kid, doesn’t mean you can’t make the best of it....

The next time you feel like you’ve had enough, check out this list of ways to stay calm even under the most drastic circumstances. 1. Drink Green Tea Green tea is a go-to beverage when you just need some time for yourself. Not only does it offer a pleasant and calming smell, but it also contains L-Theanine, which has proven to reduce feelings of anger. Instead of chugging your fifth cup of coffee for the day, consider trying some green tea when things get hectic at the office....

Your creativity might seem shriveled and dry now, but here are ten specific ways to breathe new life into your creative self. 1. Embarrass yourself. The fear of embarrassment or shame is what keeps people from being creative. You have to be willing to make a mistake, fail and look silly. In college I took an actin class that was very physical (pretending to be monkeys and things like that)....

Wine slushies. Yeah, you read that right. Slushies…with wine! First, fill up an ice tray with your boxed wine and pop them in the freezer. Once the cubes are frozen, put them in the blender and select the pulse option. This is great on its own, but add some sparkling water for an extra special touch! Alcoholic lemonade. This cocktail is super refreshing and great for a picnic or barbecue. Mix equal parts white wine and lemonade over ice with a bit of sparkling water to make this tasty summer treat....

In truth, comfort zones are not really about comfort, they are about fear. Break the chains of fear to get outside. Once you do, you will learn to enjoy the process of taking risks and growing in the process. Here are 10 ways to help you step out of your comfort zone and get closer to success. 1. Become Aware of What’s Outside of Your Comfort Zone What are the things that you believe are worth doing but, are afraid of doing yourself because of the potential for disappointment or failure?...

We all know that every writer has their own style of writing. This infographic from TrustEssays.com takes a look at 10 modern authors who had unusual approaches to writing. Of course, everybody has his or her own way to indulge in paper reality, but have you ever thought of how this reality was created? Here are some weird writing habits of famous authors: Featured photo credit: https://www.flickr.com via flickr.com

Most bloggers understand the importance of providing quality content. When your articles are all of high quality, there are lots of rewards. Among the benefits of improving your content is that you can build up a strong readership, and your articles are more likely to be shared on other social media platforms. Check out these 10 handy tips for bloggers. 1. Make Your Content Something You Are Knowledgeable and Passionate About Most successful bloggers understand that writing useful, quality content will attract more readers....