When you’re feeling completely overwhelmed knowing you have to pay more attention to what you eat, and how much you exercise, all while still keeping up with the rest of your daily responsibilities, it makes sense why you’d want to quit trying even before you start. Here are five effective ways to lose weight that won’t leave you feeling stressed or burned out. Include all five major food groups in your diet Don’t hold yourself back from trying to lose weight just because you don’t want to cut out foods....

When it comes to transforming your body, you may only think of the gym as the place that can make this goal happen. But, transforming your body isn’t just a physical thing. Optimal health includes 4 pillars of fitness—mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical. With these in mind, here are 5 ways to transform your body and health when you don’t feel like going to the gym. 1. Swimming Every four years, the Olympics rolls around and during that time the increase in interest for swimming seems to double if not triple....

If you’re feeling stressed about social media but yet enjoy being able to connect with others online, work on your mindset. When other people write about their amazing accomplishments, choose to read about them only for inspiration and not to compare yourself to them. When you log into your social media accounts, plan how long you’ll be online, post or look for something inspirational, and log off. Avoid excessively scrolling through your Facebook news feed if you’ve had a rough day; seeing the great things that happened that day to hundreds of your Facebook friends could cause you to feel worse....

However, that does not mean the jobs have disappeared — they have simply shifted to other sectors. The truth is there are millions of job vacancies that are available right now if you have the right skill sets. And with advances in modern technology, these skills are all accessible through online courses from the confines of your own home. So consider these following 5 options to add some more durability to your resume....

This topic is quite controversial, as there is evidence from researches and studies, to support and oppose the claims made. However, the research supporting the benefits of video games[1] would be difficult and really irresponsible to ignore. The following are some of the benefits of online video games: 1. They improve moods There are few better ways to boost one’s mood than the feeling of victory[2] that comes with knowing you have finally figured out a difficult mobile video game level and completed the game successfully....

Whether it’s an accident, the loss of a loved one, or mental illness, adversity strikes all of us. However, the response to it differs from person to person. Some people are able to thrive when times get tough, while others struggle to keep it all together. Let’s face it…there is nothing enjoyable about adversity. It creeps up on you at the worst time and tries to mess up your day....

Issue #1: Networking And Connecting Similar to the case of freelancers, solopreneurs often find themselves brainstorming in the mirror with their own reflections. For these lone wolves, networking and connecting with likeminded people is important. With no colleagues or employees, the solopreneur must wear multiple hats and analyze from different angles, providing real solutions in order to achieve business growth. In this case, saying “two minds are better than one” may not apply, however this doesn’t mean end of the world either....

As Christmas approaches, we all go a little crazy and consume more than we usually would. Here are five questions that every mindful consumer should ask – all in the spirit of giving! 1. Who made it? (Or grew it?) At The Shop for Change, we believe in 100% transparency. We want to know the factory or farm where the product originated, as well as who works there and how they are treated....

Forever is a word that may seem cliche to many, but for some, what determines the forever is their honeymoon in a foreign land. Communication, respect, and trust is the key to an everlasting marriage, hence a honeymoon plays a huge part in one’s marriage. We have put together a few places that would make you want to fall in love all over again. 1. The Classic Japan Japan is a country that represents itself with beauty and poise....

The question here is: what does a fulfilling life look like to you? Is it one where you’ve got a lot of money for everything you want and need? Or is it where you have the best relationships with the people you love and those around you? Or is it a life of peace, wellness, and contentment? The following are five helpful tips that will help you create a happier and more fulfilled life....

This article presents 5 techniques on how you can do this. With persistence and patience, you can successfully learn and master these techniques. But before that, let’s first discuss a few things about your mind and thoughts. The Mind in General The total sum of your knowledge and experience is acquired through your mind. Every ability, every performance, every recognition is conducted by your mind. Yet, you are not your mind!...

Once you’ve decided to put your good health in the hand of water filter, there are several options available. The market is flooded with many models of water filters from various brands employing different filtering technologies that the prospect of buying a filtering system can overwhelm you. The following five things will help you get a general idea about what to look for in your water filter. 1. Removal of contamination The primary reason to install a water filtration system is to get rid of the contaminants that are present in tap water and get safe water....

Never has a song sent more shivers down my spine or made my arm hair stand up straight than when I heard it through headphones. Music actually does sound better through headphones, and we can thank our brains and physics for making it happen. Headphones have become a vital piece of equipment in our daily lives as they have the power of setting the atmosphere we like in everyday chores....

1. Think about what exactly is wrong. This is the most important step in the whole process. It is recommended by Dr. Katharine Brooks in her book You Majored in What? Mapping Your Path from Chaos to Career. Set aside a time when you are not in the workplace and when you are feeling fairly relaxed. Make a list of all the things that are driving you mad, holding you back and are causing you stress....

Things fall apart, unforeseen events occur and sometimes it just feels like too much to take. Life is cyclical in nature and it’s important to understand that whilst the bad times may feel never ending, eventually the good times will roll into place. The key is to reach a place of understanding with whatever situation you are facing, knowing that this too shall pass. Far easier said than done, but in maintaining a sense of perspective (and a sense of humor) this can be the very thing that can pull us through one of life’s tough spots....

Scientists and researchers have done quite a lot of work on why staying up late is bad for your health, so if you are starting to stay up late on a regular basis, it might be a good idea to consider the following risks. 1. You may damage your immune system Researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center have been studying the effects of irregular sleeping patterns on our immune system....

A post shared by Lifehack for Goal Diggers (@lifehackorg) 1. Reflect On the Bad Times in Your Life This may sound like a bad idea, but it does serve a purpose: you may feel depressed when thinking about past sorrows, but the idea behind reflecting on past hardship isn’t to run you down; it’s to prove to yourself that you have gotten past them. Usually we’re afraid that a tough time will break us, but when you think about the countless times you’ve actually gotten past what you thought was the worst experience in your life only proves that you’ve gotten stronger....

If your thoughts are focused on negativity, this quote is enough to scare the wits out of you. But, that’s actually a good thing. When you’re aware that negative thoughts are creating strangling weeds rather than blooming roses in your future, you’ve taken the first step towards defeating them. With a few, simple techniques, that nasty voice in your head will soon learn to behave itself. None of us will ever entirely eradicate negative thoughts — these are a natural and sometimes necessary reaction to external influences....

Most women aren’t aware that this clue is the first positive, visual sign of pregnancy. So here are five things to check to help you determine whether you’ve gotten your period or if the blood you’re seeing is from implantation bleeding. 1. Not sure if it is implantation bleeding or period? Check the color. Women are generally aware that normal period blood is a deep red color. However, when the blood is lighter in color than normal, that’s the first distinguishing sign that you could be pregnant....

Unfortunately, not all businesses have the freedom to borrow money or sell their personal properties. To solve this type of scenario, here are some creative ways on how you can improve your business without the use of additional funding. 1. Improve customer service No matter how small or how big the company is, a negative review can alienate future clients and customers. One great way to boost your business is by improving customer service....