1. Think Vertically It’s time to add another dimension to your kitchen storage by making use of vertical space. In the kitchen above, large chopping boards have their own vertical storage slots, freeing up much-needed worktop space. Storing these boards vertically also makes better use of the space than if this small nook had been used for shelves — which would have been awkward when rummaging around for the right can or bag of pasta....

1. Oprah Winfrey (image source) The queen bee of television herself has nothing less than a heartbreaking past. Oprah started out being molested by several members of her own family and trapped in a dysfunctional and abusive nightmare that would challenge anyone. Her young life was a heartbreaking and serious one, especially considering that she had to endure losing her own child. Oprah gave birth at 14 years old and the child unfortunately did not live for long....

In just a few words, Voltaire has answered. Successful people take and effort to ask the right questions that drive them to answer that adds meaning to their purpose. The more questions you ask yourself, the more you learn about yourself. It keeps you curious and grateful for life and its challenges. Your innate drive to question yourself and find answers will keep you on the path to self-growth and let you take motivated efforts to accomplish your goals....

The thing that we are going to try to outline here is what defines a truly naturally confident person. These things can extend to the business sphere of our lives, but they are never exclusively tied to it. Let’s see what behaviour marks truly confident people. 1. They do not rely on outside compliments for a confidence boost To thrive on compliments and praise from others isn’t unnatural or necessarily a bad thing....

1. Take care of yourself Above all else, the most important thing is simply to take good care of yourself. Get plenty of rest, eat healthy, drink plenty of liquids during the day, and make sure you get enough exercise. These are common sense ways to stay healthy, and the healthier you are, the better you are able to cope with any added work responsibilities, as well as the potential for increased stress....

In fact, eggs are an excellent source of protein and have always been a staple of every athlete’s diet, though fitness enthusiasts who are trying to cut some body fat recommend using just one or two whole eggs mixed with 2-3 egg whites. With that in mind, let’s look at some interesting egg cooking secrets that all you egg lovers out there can use to create tasty meals without any hassle....

I never realized how important writing was personally until I became an entrepreneur. I write blog posts every day, I write emails many times a day, I write posts on social media throughout the day, and I write script on my email list daily. If I had not mastered this skill, I wouldn’t have survived. My business would’ve only lasted about a week before I called it quits. But I did master this skill....

Either way, Mom and Dad, from the time you were together to now, the memory of your divorce remains etched in many of our minds. In fact, here are 12 experiences we children of divorce may never forget: 1. We remember the good times When we sat together as a family at the dinner table, played games, and laughed. We look back fondly on our holiday traditions. Or the times we all piled into the car and took family road trips, playing 20 Questions and singing “B-i-n-g-o” all the way....

Thankfully, there’s a number of clever smartphone applications which can make reaching our goals a whole lot easier. Here are 12 of the best health and fitness applications for you to check out! Runners 1. RunKeeper (Android/Apple) RunKeeper is a fantastic running tracker that’s a joy to use. You can quickly and easily create routes, then track and analyze your performance. It even allows you to build fitness plans to help accomplish a variety of goals....

1. Startups should have a strict purpose Startups should have a definite purpose of their presence. They should not deal with several things all at once. A singular goal for the brand helps streamline their ideas and investment in the right places. The business can grow and diversify once you have made a mark but initially, every startup should be planning for a singular goal. 2. Startups should work fast and hard Startups should work hard and reach the first goals as soon as possible....

However, learning takes time, and time is a rare asset. So, how can you maximize your time by learning and retaining information fast? Here are 12 powerful types of learning strategies that can widen your horizon and help you maintain information at lightning speed. 1. Hone Your Note-Taking Skills I have found out that the old-fashioned way of taking notes is more effective than typing your notes on the sticky notes provided by your device....

Are you looking for a little bedtime reading that can completely transform your relationship? The best marriage advice is found in the pages of the experts. We are examining the books that are most recommended by marriage counselors. These treasured reads have helped thousands of troubled couples boost communication, increase intimacy, and learn new techniques for conflict resolution. Let’s look at 12 marriage books contain the best tips and tricks for getting your relationship back on track....

When it comes to dieting, it’s important to remember to not only cut calories, but also reduce the number of carbs you intake as they are harder to burn, which can make losing weight more difficult. That’s also why you should make sure you’re eating enough protein, but not too much fats. Lean protein is the best for those losing weight. The way you exercise also matters. High intensity training can boost your metabolism, while more traditional forms of cardio can actually result in excess production of cortisol, which will increase your abdominal fat....

With heirloom tomatoes, peaches, and herbs like basil and fresh mint, this salad is a refreshing burst of seasonal colors and flavors. The easily accessible ingredients and the minimum assembly time is sure to make this summer salad a regular on your menu. Recipe Source 2. Pomegranate Summer Salad Tossed with a creamy, sweet, and slightly tart salad dressing, this pomegranate-studded summer salad has a Greek touch to it. Fried cheese, nuts, and mushrooms add great texture and crunch....

Here are 12 effective ways to find relief and avoid pregnancy heartburn. 1. Eat slowly When you gulp down your food quickly you miss the window of time when you feel full. A full tummy is not a good idea if you are trying to avoid pregnancy heartburn. So take your time. Savor every bite. 2. Wear loose clothing Tight clothing can push your baby right up against your stomach, forcing acid back up your esophagus....

In the age when purchasing a thing from overseas is just one click and talking to another person is one swipe right , aquiring new objects or experiences can be addictive like anything else. That doesn’t need to be you. You can stop your addition to ‘the next thing’ starting today. And yes, there will always be this next thing if you don’t take a conscious decision to get your life back together and be the one in charge....

And then we actually had twins. I learned quickly that twins are hard. Really hard. But they are fun too. Our twins are no longer babies. They are six years old. I do remember that first year clearly, even though much of it felt like a sleep deprived hazy existence. The first six months with my twins was sheer survival mode. They would both sleep for two hours and then wake for feeding....

Here are some ways to fight 13 very common negative thoughts that hold us back : 1. “I’m not good enough.” This is our inner-critic talking smack and bullying us. He’s always on duty, patrolling our minds. Around every corner, he’s there to tell us that we’ll never be good enough at anything we try to do. We’ve all been guilty of believing that we fall short on some sort of prerequisite to life....

I’m not a world-famous speaker. I’m just an introvert who has managed to train himself to stay calm on stage. I’ve given quite a few speeches and presentations, so these tips are merely suggestions from my personal experience in trying to fight my own butterflies. For Your Next Presentation If you’ve got a big presentation to do in the next few weeks, there isn’t a whole lot you can do to improve your speaking skill....