Whenever I start to feel down during the rest of the year, I immediately go to my magical happy place…Christmas. So, grab yourself a mug of hot chocolate and let’s consider some reasons why the holidays should be celebrated year round 1. Holiday music is so happy and cheerful (mostly). People tend to love the music until it’s over-played. As long as it does not become too repetitive, we don’t get bored or annoyed by it....

Conventional wisdom is to thinking what the pop-tart is to breakfast—something easy, simple, quickly digested and lacking any real nutritional value. I like something more substantial, and I have little time for conventional wisdom. Truth is, goal-setting and plan-making might just be getting in the way of your real success rather than taking you towards to the bright and prosperous future you’re hoping for. Here’s why. 1. Plans don’t need meaning You can spend a lifetime making plans, but they won’t necessarily amount to a hill o’ beans....

1. Work when there is a distraction around Your environment doesn’t have to be 100% quiet if you want to get work done. Let’s say that you are working from home and you have kids. Let’s also assume that you don’t have a dedicated workspace in your home to do your work. Naturally, you could decide to do work during the quiet hours (before the rest of the family wakes up), but not all of the tasks have to be done then....

Doctors and scientists have developed a number of drugs and therapy methods meant to help aid sleep in insomniacs. Here are five strategies to tackle your nightly insomnia struggle. 1. Relaxation training Relaxation training, also known as mindful thinking and generally recognized as meditation, is a stress-relieving technique meant to help prepare your body to relax. The exercise involves carefully exploring and sensing your entire body, often with the aid of a gentle guiding recording....

So wouldn’t you like something that could help in putting your mind at ease with things that could take you in a small imaginative sojourn down the beach once again? Well, even if that seems like a kid’s fantasy, some smartphones applications are available that would be perfect for this year’s summer. Let’s cover the best smartphone summer apps that you need to download before the sun begins its angry spell....

Although it might not seem like it, desk workers have a very physically taxing job. All the stress, pain, and imbalance accumulated through long hours of sitting in a chair can manifest as neck, shoulder, and back pain. Regular exercises, frequent stretching during work, sitting in an ergonomic and comfortable chair with proper neck and foot rests, and maintaining a proper position are all necessary when it comes to avoiding such ailments....

However, there is more to using a credit card for your business beyond “pay the credit card back at the end of the month.” Here are 5 tips which any business should know about credit cards before you just decide to use your MasterCard to buy office supplies. 1. Know the difference between personal and business credit cards There is nothing wrong with using a personal credit card to handle business expenses, but you may want to get a business credit card instead....

You may be wondering as to how one can tune their minds on a manual mode in the difficult circumstances. Some of us talk to the therapists, while the rest read up online for inspiration. If you are in the league of the latter, here is an explanation coming your way, precisely explaining the truth that you may want to know about yourself. This is very important, as looking into your inner abilities paves the way to tackle those outer obstacles....

Why learning to play the guitar is good for your mind, body and soul It’s good for the brain Studies have shown that learning how to play a musical instrument goes a long way in boosting your brain power. You won’t instantly become the smartest person in class, but playing an instrument will help to stimulate your brain. You’ll pay closer attention to detail and think faster. Good for mental health Are you stressed or troubled?...

If you want to make sure that get the best price for the used phones then you have to pay attention to all the factors related to the phones. It is not difficult to sell your phone. There are effective platforms such as eBay that can help in selling the used phones. All you need to do is to upload a photo and all the specifications. To get the best value here are some useful tips:...

So, responsibility is a skill. You learn it. However, there are different ways of doing so. You shape your personality with your actions. For example, it is you who chooses to be lazy or to get up early every day, or if you want to save money or spend it recklessly. It is about proving to yourself that you can be, and that you are, in fact, accountable. In the end, again, all of it comes down to your own conscious decision....

In the advent of social media, 4K television, and let’s face it -YouTube – it can be all too easy to play “Hide and Seek” with the multitude of tasks that we have at hand. Life seems to be moving so fast that in order to keep up we must shelf our individual obligations in favor of aimless digital wandering – to our own detriment. A huge part of the problem in today’s balancing act of life is our increasing inability to “disconnect” and tackle our goals forthright....

1. Do your research A big part of feeling confident in an interview is coming into it prepared. The best way to prepare for any interview is to research. Research the company. Learn everything you can about how the company started, what their goals are, who their audience is and what their company culture is like. If you come into the interview with knowledge, your questions and answers will sound more informed....

1. Set Reasonable Expectations For Yourself Often when people first try to increase their productivity, they start by jam-packing their to-do list with every possible project they could ever hope to accomplish, many of which are big, long-term endeavors. You are smarter than that. You know that an overloaded docket of activity can be counter-productive as it begins to appear daunting and insurmountable. Unreasonable expectations are a recipe for failure. Instead, set attainable goals for yourself and recognize that you will, from time to time, fail in carrying those goals out....

Stop Slouching You’ve heard this ever since you were a kid at the dinner table: Sit up straight! Slouching causes undue and avoidable stress on your neck, spine, shoulders, and neck – and it makes us look like cavemen. Of course, sitting up straight takes a conscious effort at all times – especially when watching TV or clicking around on the Internet. Along with the various exercises that can help improve your posture, you should get in the habit of consciously sitting up tall with your shoulders square....

Feeling isolated can eventually impact your mental well-being and productivity. It might even make you feel depressed and negative. So, break out of it when you see the signs. We’re social creatures and we crave connection. A few small changes can help you connect, recharge, and get your mojo back in no time. Acknowledge your accomplishments You didn’t get here looking for the easy way out. You’re here because you had the strength and the resilience to break away from the norm and pursue your true passion....

1. Wrap Dresser Drawers Dressers are heavy and taking out the drawers is a must. This necessity means that you now have extra space being taken up by empty drawers. Putting your drawers to work is one of the first steps in reducing packing time. Instead of transferring items from your dresser into a box take the drawer out and wrap it in plastic wrap. Remove the knobs and store them somewhere safe to prevent any damage....

Here are some ways that you can simplify your life today. Give up material items Having so many items not only clogs up space in your home, it creates more distractions for you. For example, having a TV in your bedroom, the living room, on the back porch, and in your bathroom will cause you to spend a lot of time sitting. You’ll have less time to spend doing things that you need to get done....

Gifts Are Not About One-Upmanship With the whole world seemingly in malls trying to buy the best of the best when it comes to Christmas gifts; it’s natural to feel the pressure to give the best gifts ever this holiday season. Try and remember what it’s all about – material worth isn’t supposed to color the holiday season green! The best gifts are not about how expensive they are, rather how thoughtful they are....

NARS Color: Portobello –matte neutral beige/matte warm beige $35.00 Duo Eyeshadow If you’ve been keeping up with the current beauty trends, you’ll know this fall it’s all about the bare face and bold dark lip. This gorgeous eyeshadow duo by NARS is truly your one-stop destination this winter. The neutral beige is the perfect color for the inner corners of the eyes while the warm beige blends beautifully from the middle to the outer crease....