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Follow these 7 actionable steps consistently for a month, and you’ll be off to a very positive start. The First Step: Be Honest Being honest might be easier said than done, but if you are hiding from some glaringly obvious truth, hoping it will go away, then you can be sure that when you come out of the corner it will still be there waiting for you. Most of life’s problems and challenges lose power over you when you look at them squarely in the eye and challenge them face on....

If you can’t work through a conflict to resolution, it only serves to become a road block. Having the ability to work through conflict in a meaningful manner can have many positive results. The trick of course is having some rules and ways of working through it to conclusion. With that being said, we will look at the different types of personal conflict, their causes and 7 ground rules for dealing with interpersonal conflict at work in this article....

And there have plenty of studies that have continued to explore the growth mindset.[1] But one thing that I haven’t touched on yet is that while we can be fostering a growth mindset, Dweck makes an important note: What this means is not only should we be creating an environment, but indulge in growth mindset activities. Activities that can help us develop ourselves further and enjoy the process. What Is a Growth Mindset?...

Despite Americans spending hundreds of millions of dollars a year on Ginkgo Biloba, Ashwagandha, Periwinkle, Bacopa, Vitamin B’s, Omega 3’s and memory boosting supplement cocktails, there is very little scientific evidence they actually work. [1] So, how do we remember? The first process in remembering is creating a memory. This is where our brain sends a signal, associated with a thought, event or piece of information our mind is processing, over our brains neural pathways, called synapses....

Although some people question if technology is driving a wedge between social interactions, the reality is that it can be used to improve our lives in numerous ways. The best part is that this doesn’t require a big budget or even a lot of storage space. Here are just a few of the best small examples. 1. Fitness Tracker Wearable technology offers much more than merely a statement piece. In fact, for the estimated 20 percent of Americans who wear a fitness tracker, this small piece of technology offers many important statistics to help them get into the best possible shape....

This matters because, in a time when online marketers are pitching their services or products, promising that they’ll give you the time and financial freedom you need to create your “life by design,” it is important for you to have an understanding of what designing your life actually looks like and how to do it effectively. The problem is that, while it sounds great in theory, most people don’t understand what it means to create a meaningful life by design, and they do not have the first clue where to start to make that happen when they feel stuck....

As its other name suggests, we get vitamin D when we are exposed to the sunlight. But what happens if you spend more time indoors or live in a place with little sunlight? Your body needs enough vitamin D, and so you need to include more vitamin D rich foods in your diet. Why is vitamin D so important? One of the most important functions of vitamin D is to help our bones stay strong....

It turns out there are many healthy energy drinks that can boost your energy levels without caffeine—a stimulant that has been linked to insomnia, migraine headaches, and even cardiac arrest. Below are some options to consider when you want to get your energy levels up the safe and healthy way, without reaching for a cup of coffee or a Red Bull. 1. B Vitamins While B vitamins won’t give you a kick like caffeine, they are essential for your body to produce energy....

1. He’s fully committed to you and your relationship together. Being there throughout the good times is easy. It’s when the going gets tough that it’s important that you both stick together. Real men don’t run out after a little fight, and they don’t take it out on their significant others when they’re in a bad mood. They understand how important their relationship is, and won’t let anything at all get in the way of persevering....

75% of Americans[1] are chronically dehydrated and don’t even know it. And even mild dehydration can affect our bodies and how we feel a lot. Think about this. “60 percent of our bodies is composed of water, 75 percent in our muscles, 85 percent in our brains, it’s like oil to a machine,” said Dr. Roberta Lee from Clear Lake Regional Medical Centre. When you’re feeling unwell, quite often it might be the result of dehydration....

Do you set goals? Do you reset your new year resolutions year after year without really progressing or achieving them? Do your new goals get forgotten along the way? According to a University of Scranton study, only 8% of those who set out to achieve their New Year’s goals actually achieve them. Why Are We Not Achieving the Goals We Set? Let’s not just talk about new year resolutions but also the goals that we set....

Reasons for the current state of affairs include globalization and slow salary growth. Financial planning ensures that your child will have funds set aside for college and be well taken care of in case of a catastrophe. Here are a few tips to help you plan for your child’s future. 1. Open A Coverdell Education Savings Account An ESA (Education Saving Account) will enable you to deposit up to $2,000 annually towards your child’s college tuition....

Many of them are related to food budget, as dining is probably one of the biggest sections in your expenses. The items are in no particular order of importance, but might be grouped by themes. (Apologies for any possible duplicate or similar items. I did my best to edit.) I’ve linked some items to other websites, including pfblogs (personal finance blogs). By doing so, understand that I am not necessarily endorsing them , nor have I necessarily tried out the linked-to services or products....

Worse, you could be doing these and still find energy levels draining quickly. Fortunately, there are several options out there to help you with pushing back fatigue and tiredness. Most of these solutions stem from supplements. These little pills pack all kinds of helpful nutrients to get you through the day. Below we’ve selected some of the best energy supplements available. Before getting to the list, here are some of the criteria that we used to determine what are the best options to offer you:...

The biggest challenge we face is not adding years to our life, it’s making those years count by being able to be fully active, independent and happy. We want to travel, dance, date, learn, laugh and have fun as we age. We want to be energetic and vibrant. By reading this guide, you’ll learn the latest habits for healthy aging and well-being. Research has shown that there are specific strategies for your diet, sleep, exercise, relationships and preventative care that can dramatically improve your quality of life well into your Golden years – helping you avoid chronic disease, while living longer and healthier....

Or, you’re answering emails and checking off each item on your To Do list, when your energy levels suddenly drop and you’re tired? Being tired at work may be work-related or your energy is running low for personal reasons. This article will help you identify why you’re tired at work and give you effective solutions to boost your energy and feel more alive on the job. You deserve to have your energy working for you!...

But it doesn’t have to always be this way. Change can happen and examples must be set to ensure that a conscious effort is being made to protect the destinations we travel to and the surroundings we encounter, not only for our generation but for those in the future. Cue the term ecotourism, which is a contemporary form of travel that seeks to rebalance the scales and make travel more sustainable – for the benefit of our culture, our environment and our economy....

So often, we think that a quick pick-me-up, such as a shopping spree or meal at a new restaurant, will revive our enthusiasm for life. However, we often find that we feel just as empty as we did before we left home. If you find yourself always trying to find happiness in the present, it may be time to re-examine your relationship to momentary pleasure and consider taking a long-term approach to happiness instead....

If you want to know how to stop failing your goal and stay focused, check out this new episode of The Lifehack Show and find out the top 5 ways to win in life by being more productive and overcoming procrastination.