1. It’s OK Not to Be OK When people are struggling, they often make themselves feel worse by placing unrealistic expectations on themselves. They beat themselves up for having a problem and feeling unable to cope with it. Remind your loved one that they are no less of a person just because they are facing something challenging right now. You love them and will support them in good times and bad....
However, if you are willing to keep an open mind to the possibilities of new ways of thinking, there are some practical ideas that may be all the inspiration needed to take charge of your own life and financial security. These 20 tips will give you a different perspective on managing money, well into your 30s and beyond. 1. Be patient and delay pleasure As you approach your 30s, it is safe to assume that you have probably spent the better part of your 20s in college, surviving on ramen noodles and fast food....
1. Go short Sometimes, the best idea for a vacation is to go ahead and take one, but don’t go for as long as you normally would. Instead of going for a week or two, go for a long weekend. 2. Road trip Don’t fly — drive. Even with the cost of gas, often the best option to save money is to drive to your destination. Make it fun. Stop and see attractions along the way to your destination, like Mount Rushmore or the world’s largest ball of string....
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Some great ways to use flour around your house include: Preventing jars from sticking when you open them Polishing a stainless steel sink Warding ants away from your home Ripening avocados Making homemade glue As for your beauty routine did you know you can use flour to fight acne, dry shampoo your hair and as a facial mask? It’s amazing what a little flour can do. In fact, even those on a gluten free diet might find it useful to keep a little around the house for these purposes....
1. Do it right Proper form is step one to any exercise plan. Watch some videos of the best runners in the world and pay close attention to how they carry their body forward with efficiency. Keep your gaze forward, maintain a tall and relaxed posture, swing your arms forward and back, and strike the ground with the mid-foot under your hip. If you have a knowledgeable training buddy, have him/her observe your form and identify any weaknesses that you need to work on....
Here are 25 things to do to become a well liked person:
STOP! Now is time to take a step back, or life will pass you by. Don’t be a mindless zombie… Take control of your life. Breathe in… This year is THE year. It’s the year you start doing all those things you’ve been putting off. Breathe out… Here’s a list of 25 things you should do this year. 1. Learn to do something new Learning is a muscle. If you don’t use it, you’ll become lazy, and soon you’ll become obsolete in a world that has learnt to live without you....
There are lots of reasons why you might not like the idea of being in the air for 10 or 20 hours without touching down – it could be anything from a fear of flying, to simply becoming bored during the mammoth flight. One of the biggest problems travelers have with long haul flights is putting up with the other people around them. This post from Thrillist perfectly sums up all of the types of people you’re likely to sit next to on a plane....
1. Understand the purpose of the card Whatever you do, the business card serves as a connection between your company and your customers. Anything beside that is an extra and should be approached as such. Make sure the main information is correct and well designed before jumping to colors and materials. 2. Clearly distinguish your personal taste from your brand I may love pink flowers, but they have nothing to do with my writing style or consulting strategy....
Plan your day based on your body’s energy cycles Our body has natural rhythms of energy during the day which. If tracked properly, you can take advantage of the moments where you have most energy. Josh Kaufman, author of “The Personal MBA,” explains that paying attention to your energy cycles and working accordingly will help you get the most out of your time available. To get started, consider the following questions:...
We’ve already shown some love here for OneNote at Lifehack and I’ve seen some solid improvements in the next release that will benefit new and longtime OneNote users alike. Improved Sharing and Synchronization When OneNote 2010 became an official part of the full Microsoft Office suite, it opened up the door for OneNote to take on more project collaboration roles whether the OneNote user is a freelancer or works inside a corporate cubicle....
From my point of view, it’s all about blocking out the overabundance of distractions that get in the way. We have more distractions today than ever before. Think about the world as it existed 20 years ago. The only ways to procrastinate while online were Solitaire and Minesweeper. Now, we’re faced with Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, news websites, push notifications, tons of phone games, Google Hangouts, Slack, text messages, RSS readers with a constant flow of new content, and so much more....
These examples and more illustrate the magic that can occur at 65. But what about the deeper things, like life insurance? Can you still obtain it after 65? And if you can, should you? Here are three reasons why life insurance after 65 is still an option – and a potentially good one at that. 1. Most Companies Will Insure You Up to 85 Years Old You might think that obtaining life insurance after 65 isn’t even an option, but it absolutely is....
If you set up your week before you’re in the moment, it doesn’t matter if you’re tired or hungry – you will still make a good decision because the easiest option is already prepared and ready. Meal planning can sound like it takes a lot of time and maintenance. Some meal planning strategies have so many steps that you could spend hours just planning your meal planning! And most likely, you’ll just never do it....
As a life-long guitar player, I also play the financial calculator as a financial advisor/planner. Though anyone would agree that being a musician and being a financial adviser are completely different career paths, I have come to the realization that the two are not that different after all. In fact, the habits that I have developed over the years as a guitarist have helped me enormously as a financial adviser, especially when interacting with my clients....
“Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.” Brian Tracy “A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” John Augustus Shedd People often get stuck in mostly discussing or reading about making positive changes. Instead of spending that time and effort on actually making the changes they want in life....
They just seem to do it that bit better than their competitors. Only slightly better according to one source, but better never the less. If you are a Dropbox fan, you’ll know what I mean. You can’t always put your finger on why it’s better, it just makes everyday tasks a little easier to do. And that can be the difference between choosing one piece of tech over another. So, Dropbox users and fans, here are 3 tips to make Dropbox even easier to use for you and your team....
Dream Killer #1: People may criticize you for pursuing your dream. Let’s face it. Most people are very judgmental. They view life in terms of “black and white” or “right vs. wrong” instead of seeing the world in shades of gray. If your point of view is different than theirs, you will probably hear why you are wrong. You will receive criticism. Don’t buy into it, because if you do, it will just break down your dream....
What does it matter if high schoolers know how to use a bandsaw or hold a hammer correctly? It’s not like students would go home and reshingle the southern side of the house or fix all the windows and doors so drafts won’t enter but having those opportunities were positive developments that could possibly open future doors. That said, bringing these or similar electives back is a must, but schools are financially strapped and even if parents are willing to pick up part of the tab, the costs sometimes outweigh the desire....
