1. Tell Yourself What You Love About Yourself Many times, we get caught up in everything around us that we forget to remind ourselves just how awesome we are. Our own disappointment, acceptance, patience, and love that we have for ourselves will always reflect what we show others. 2. Accept Imperfection One of the most worthwhile things that we can do for ourselves is to give up on being perfect, and start the journey to become our true selves....

1. Step into Wonderland If you want to go on a date to an unusual date location, head to Whychwood Wild Garden. Several waterfalls, ponds, tranquil streams and sleepy canals will transport you through a fantastical wild landscape where nature is allowed to dictate where the path leads. Huge trees, three centuries old, provide a grand canopy and are guaranteed to captivate the imagination. Here’s a chance to write your own story....

Here’s a list of the aging foods and habits to avoid: 1. They don’t skip the face scrubbing With all the exfoliation tools on the market today, there’s little reason to walk around with a countenance dulled by layers of dead skin. From $7 tubes of St. Ives scrub to $299 at-home microdermabrasion machines, experts know that fresher layers of dermis can be had at a variety of budgets....

1. The Drama King/Queen This is the individual who is not happy unless there is huge drama all around them and they want to suck into their drama as well. Whether it’s a slight by one of their relatives or a kid who is going through some pain, this individual has to broadcast the situation to all who will listen, and that listener may be you a lot of the time....

Let’s look at Jane who is already successful by most standards. She was leading a department at a prestigious law firm, responsible for a large proportion of the firm’s revenue, and was well known in her industry. The problem was that despite all this, Jane still felt overwhelmed and inadequate. She constantly felt like she wasn’t doing a good enough job and she was always stressed about juggling her different projects....

Each of us have writing habits that we learn to understand and perfect over time. Each of us work differently, and have an individual routine that works best for us in terms of getting the writing done. Some work better at night, some at day. Some need regimented hours, some need to write a million words in order to whittle them down to one hundred good ones. Whatever works for you as a writer, there are also words from the wise that can help to propel you in the right direction....

These successful traits and personal qualities truly are shared by people from all areas of life. They aren’t something you just stumble onto, and they don’t just happen by chance or luck. They come from small habitual changes we make throughout our lives, one step and one day at a time. The key lesson here is this: If you live an average lifestyle, don’t be surprised when you only get average results....

1. Don’t go for your dream till you’ve got enough money, you’ll never start Patience is a virtue. If you can think sensibly and wait until you are truly ready to go after your dream, the chance of it coming true multiplies. It doesn’t mean you won’t do it. It just means you have to do it right. Hold your horses. Know when to walk and when to run. 2. Don’t care too much about what others think Easier said than done, but there are certainly ways you can get better at this if you are conscious of it....

Along with weight loss, building muscle is one of the primary reasons people join a gym. After all, gaining lean muscle not only looks good, it is also important to your overall health. With increased muscle mass, you will experience improved posture, joint protection, stronger bones, stronger joints and tendons, better metabolism, athletic ability and balance. The list goes on. As you are on a muscle building journey, let’s look at the 13 most common muscle building mistakes to avoid:...

1. They believe that communication is key Communication is hard work, but it is an essential part of any relationship. When you are able to communicate openly and effectively with your significant other it leads to growth in your relationship. Keeping emotions or concerns bottled up because you haven’t learned how to communicate with each other will only damage the relationship. Communication is the first step to a lasting relationship....

Here are 15 hacks to maximize the space in your house or apartment that don’t require major renovations or technical knowledge. 1. Forget low and small furniture – play with different proportions Unless you want your house to look like a meditation temple or a dollhouse, stay away from choosing all the small and low furniture you can find. Play with different dimensions and the furniture placement until you fit everything you need, so your space looks complete and far from small....

1. You have a long, rambling cover letter If you write a very long cover letter, the future employer will never even get to your resume. The secret here is to briefly list your qualifications, experience, and what you can offer the company. That’s it. 2. Your resume is too long or too short The recruitment manager is a busy person. Your resume may be one of five hundred! Two pages are generally regarded as ideal for a job-seeker with some experience....

By retiring to locale outside of where you worked, you’ll see new cultures and taste new foods. Travel is always great but it’s even better if you can turn your getaway into a permanent paradise. Here are a few options to consider when searching for your 2017 retirement location. 1. Phoenix, Arizona Generally speaking, when seeking retirement locations, climate is a major factor in the decision … and the warmer the better....

Hidden in this beautiful series of books are messages of love, friendship, family, courage and many more inspiring life lessons. The books and movies have touched millions of people all over the world. The strong characters have inspired many to take up debates and issues which the book addresses – from libertarianism to feminism to civil rights to raising their voices against power struggles, bigotry, and violence. J.W. Eagan sensibly said, ‘Never judge a book by its movie....

1. Go on Dates That Cost Next to Nothing While going out to classy restaurants, concerts and sports games can make for amazing dates, they can also run your bank account dry. If you’re trying to save money, coming up with inexpensive date ideas is key. Having a dinner and movie night in, going to see a local band at a free event, or even going for a hike are fun and cheap....

According to studies done on workplace and productivity, the most significant factor in determining an employee’s ability to focus is their physical environment. In fact, it’s been said that a well-designed office can increase your productivity about 20%. However, despite the studies and statistics, nearly half of the employers interviewed don’t consider workplace design a good business investment. So what is a productivity hack to do? What if you work in an environment that doesn’t promote focus?...

Here are fifteen romantic movie quotes that teach us what it means to love, and be loved. 1. No matter what happened in the past, love conquers all “I will return. I will find you. Love you. Marry you. And live without shame.” – Robbie, Atonement 2. Being in love makes you realize that you want to be an improved version of yourself “You make me want to be a better man....

I mean, you have to navigate your way around unfamiliar places, ask strangers for directions, and generally put yourself out there. It’s a scary thought if, like me, you’re a hard-core introvert. But traveling is certainly not just for extroverts. In fact, introverts often get more out of travel because they are always well aware of their surroundings and where they fit in. Travel is such a personal endeavour and you learn so much about yourself in the process that it just makes perfect sense for introverts to be the best travelers....

Pineapple Cough Syrup It’s very difficult to find cough syrup for small children. It’s also difficult to find one that actually works. Here is one that you can give to your kids although you may have to take the cayenne pepper out for them. One big thing that I have been hearing this year is that pineapples help with coughs. This recipe is at the top of my files for the unhappy event that we do get the flu....

Unfortunately, the most common advice that people with depression receive is to sort themselves out and pull themselves together. Unfortunately, it isn’t that simple, but there are useful ways to help lessen or alleviate the symptoms of depression. 1. Practice Mindfulness People dealing with depression tend to mull over all that is wrong and worry unnecessarily about all the negative possibilities that may emerge in the future. This negative thought cycle reinforces misery and is not helpful if you want to overcome depression....