The trick is to make use of certain tips and techniques so they work with your body and suit your lifestyle. A fat loss plan that keeps hunger, cravings and energy all balanced, while maintaining a calorie deficit to burn fat is really the key to success. The following tips can work for almost any healthy adult trying to cut down their body fat, mainly because they’re very open-ended and flexible....

Salads can make for easy and extremely filling meals that can also be made ahead of time or put together in minutes. But, before you go grabbing the iceberg and pre-shredded carrots, give these 29 recipes below a try first. They’re not just packed with flavor for a variety of crowds and eating preferences, but they’re also filling and tasty too! 1. Greek Salad Prevention With lean protein, healthy fats from olives, and plenty of fiber from fresh vegetables, this Greek Salad is sure to leave you full all throughout the day!...

Long-term strategies like psychotherapy, mindfulness practices, and prioritizing overall health are quite effective for managing anxiety and reducing its negative impact. While it’s vital to invest in yourself with ongoing processes like those listed above, there are also ways to relieve anxiety and stress that you can use to get results right now. These three tools can be used today to relieve stress and improve your quality of life....

If you are a traveler with a refined sense of adventure, the Spanish destinations listed here are places you must see in your lifetime. (For a list of “must-see” world destinations, read this article.) 1. Seeking Sanctuary in Covadonga, Asturias Located in the Pico de Europa mountains in the northwest of Spain, the sanctuary of Covadonga stands out against the mountains, with its Basilica of Santa Maria la Real de Covadonga being visible before you reach the sanctuary proper....

It’s strange that for a society that’s so focused on making money and owning assets, we have some pretty unusual and downright scary approaches to the stuff and how it comes into our possession. Money doesn’t grow on trees, but we give our children and ourselves the idea that it’s nearly unattainable to make enough of it to live the way we want. Here are three of the common misconceptions that our society taught me that my own experiences in business have shattered....

Life is full of trade-offs. Which made me wonder: is there always this trade-off? And is it possible to have too much positive thinking in our lives? Is it possible that personal development’s panacea that ails us can actually have a toxic effect if used in excess. After all, it’s said that it’s the dose that makes the poison. Looking more closely, I realized that too much positivity can be a dangerous thing....

Tell Stories Stories have been around since the beginning of civilization. Most of us love a great story, which is why movies, books, and life experiences are so interesting; they tell a story. If you want to find a way to capture people’s attentions, tell a compelling story. While there are many aspects to telling compelling tales, we will keep it simple for now: when putting together your presentation, think about relevant stories that will help your points stick in the minds of listeners....

In surveys of supervisors across industries, there is a broad spectrum of communication skills and comfort level with providing truly honest feedback, especially about aspects that aren’t directly job related even if those things are impacting the success, productivity or happiness of their co-workers, themselves and the company. By better understanding some of the top issues bosses must deal with that may not be the most comfortable topics to approach, we can be better employees and be more successful at work and at home....

1. Make Sure You Have Homeowner’s Insurance Note that homeowner’s insurance is different from mortgage insurance. It’s not always easy to come up with the money for repairs with only a moment’s notice, and they could be costly. Homeowner’s insurance doesn’t always offer full coverage for damage to a home due to a natural disaster. Your homeowner’s insurance may include partial insurance for your home for specific natural disasters. While being prepared and having money put away for emergency repairs are responsible things to do, the best alternative may be to get separate insurance in your state for the natural disasters most likely to hit if your homeowner’s insurance doesn’t cover it....

Who would ever want to pass that up? Well, I passed it up in a heartbeat. A couple of years ago, I read a couple of those biographical business books, and I loved them all. Learning the business lingo was exhilarating, but the best part was always learning about the person’s personal life. Wow, they had a childhood, too! They really started as a janitor? They struggled as common-folk? It was all very enlightening — it even made me feel like I had a chance at doing something great in this world....

Planters/Vertical Garden Source One great way to repurpose plastic bottles is to create planters for your home or office. You can even combine many planters to make a garden. Soap Bottle Source A quick and easy way to recycle plastic bottles is to repurpose your bottle as a soap bottle. All you need is a twist-on soap dispenser spout and any empty bottle can be used this way. Sink Extender Source A helpful way to reuse plastic bottles if you have children is to extend a sink spout so little arms can reach the water....

Don’t worry—it’s not too late, and you won’t have to call the band and cancel. With this ultimate guide full of important money questions, you and your fiance can talk about every financial detail so you’re cool, confident, and financially prepared for your big day. How much debt do you have? This is probably the most important question you can ask a future spouse. What is the max I can spend before I have to consult the other person?...

I was 21, living in a foreign country and alone. I burst into tears and all the worst-case scenarios ran through my head. He told me I could never run again, and worse, I would need to stop exercising completely for an indefinite period of time. Sports, activity, exercise, running, being athletic and adventurous – that was my identity and had been for most of my life. I went home and crawled in bed....

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Click on the image to download a wallpaper sized 30 Second Tip! Don’t waste your time with explanations, people only hear what they want to hear. For me, one of these things was interpersonal communication. I always had a very easy way with words. Seemed that I can find them without too much effort. Also, I have the ability to learn new languages pretty easy (I’m not a native English speaker, by the way)....

Click on the image to download a wallpaper sized 30 Second Tip! Stop caring about what is expected or normal. The only thing stopping you form doing cool things is that you’re afraid of looking stupid. Nothing great is created with expected thoughts. Ten Great Ways to Crush Creativity

Note: Most of these options can be made completely vegan. Simply sub out the milk for Almond or Soy milk, the cheese for vegan cheese or cashew cheese substitutes, or the sour cream or cream cheese for Toffuti. 1. Raw Avocado Chocolate Pudding A great healthy dessert! And you won’t even taste the avocado! Blend together meat from 4 ripe Hass avocados, 1/2 cup raw cocoa powder, 1/3 cup raw honey or agave nectar (to taste), 1/4 tsp vanilla, and one pinch of salt until smooth....

1. Buttercream frosting Buttercream frosting is a staple for most bakers and cake aficionados, due to its versatility. This icing can be easily paired with many different flavors of cake, including chocolate, spice, and vanilla. Buttercream is also extremely easy to make, as it uses only four ingredients, which you probably already have in your home. Because buttercream frosting is white, it’s easy to add dye and make it into any color you like!...

If the question of how to sell my house fast has crossed your mind, here are some tips to get your skills for staging on point. 1. Clean and Clutter Free Before you do anything else, you need to thoroughly clean your home. It doesn’t matter how beautifully a vignette is put together if you can see dust and dirt on it from across the room. You need to assume potential buyers will review every detail, open every cabinet, and search every closet....