Too often our ability to make progress towards our passions has been limited by the “rat race.” In the rat race, we work for our employers, the government by paying taxes, and the lenders (ie, of our mortgages, credit cards, car loans, and student loans). Usually, our own passions are dead last, relegated to when we can find free time — if they get focused on at all. Fortunately, you can have a very different plan....
The problem is that it’s not so easy to know which side I’m on, and when that is happening. Start with the definition. Intellectualization is defined as an attempt to keep yourself removed from feeling emotions. As we can guess, the line between when you’re using your mind for wise action and when you’re using it for emotional suppression is often blurry. Check out mindfulness. At a very high level, doesn’t mindfulness ask us to watch our automatic thoughts, impulses and feelings from the place of “observing” them instead of “being” them?...
Introducing Generation X-Pat Unlike previous generations, Generation X-Pat is not defined by birth years. They aren’t the same age, race, or creed. Gen X-Pat are those who have fled America and have no plans of coming back. And they are increasing at a rapid rate. In 1999, there were only 4.1 million U.S. citizens living overseas. Today, there are 6.32 million. Plus, the number of Americans planning to move overseas has increased by 1....
Well, according to a study done on the University of Pennsylvania’s students by professor Scott Barry Kaufman, there is a clear distinction between attractiveness based on which creative vocation a person has. While being a musician (in various forms) tops the list, if you are a professional photographer, you’ll be happy to know that you are standing in the solid 7th position. Still, if we merged all the creative activities related to music into one universal position and removed sports which tops the charts (I mean come on, it’s not about creativity here, it’s about physical fitness), photographers would rank even higher....
1. Your caloric needs estimate is probably wrong. Your basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the number of calories your body burns at rest. In truth, this number isn’t going to do you a whole lot of good since your BMR only accounts for approximately 70% of your daily caloric burn, with the other 30% being determined by your activity level. Your metabolism is affected by a wide range of factors, including your gender, age, body type, stress levels, nutrition, hormones, amount of sleep, and more....
It’s all about being determined, really. We all daydream and have desires, and those who are actually happy make those wishes come true by themselves. Forming a realistic vision that’s based on a list of your life priorities is definitely a start. When we daydream about the things we want, it’s often based on material items, like having a car that’s crazy expensive or having a closet full of haute couture clothes....
I chanced upon this awesome infographic created by Bonnie Andrews at HobbyToHot. It has some wonderful tips to stop stressing and start getting things done. Give it a go ardently and you’ll find yourself achieving more in the same amount of time. If you want to increase your blogging productivity, you have to take the bull by the horns. This post shows you how! Featured photo credit: HobbyToHot via goo....
To further alleviate lower back pain, you can’t miss the following posts: Lower Left Back Pain: Symptoms, Causes And Treatments Lower Right Back Pain: Symptoms, Causes And Treatments 5 Effective Yoga Exercises For Lower Back Pain The Hamstring Stretch In order to do this stretch — which will work out not only your hamstrings but your lower back as well — lie flat on the floor on your back. Bend your right knee into your chest, then straighten the leg slowly towards the ceiling (you can wrap an exercise band around the bottom of your feet to help keep your leg in place if desired)....
Then 4 p.m. approaches and BOOM … your mood plummets and everything feels bleak and hopeless (a legit thing – ask the experts). But you have the power to dramatically turn your day around when you decide to take control of your Sundays. 1. You’ll Create A Future Overflowing With Happy Sundays. Choose to do your unpleasant chores or obligations on Saturday. This is when your energy and mood are naturally more positive....
What they don’t know is that the way we make friends changes as we grow older. Suddenly, growing a social circle isn’t something that happens organically. It takes effort, just the same way romantic relationships and career developments do. The good news is that making friends is a skill that can be learned and nurtured like any other. Here are five things any soon-to-be-grownup needs to understand to develop a rewarding and active social life....
1) You’re so smart– When we tell kids they’re smart, we think we’re helping to boost their self confidence and self-esteem. Unfortunately, giving this kind of character praise actually does the opposite. By telling kids they’re smart, we unintentionally send the message that they’re only smart when they get the grade, accomplish the goal, or produce the ideal result — and that’s a lot of pressure for a young person to live up to....
Blanket Many individuals will probably frown upon you if your car looks equipped for a slumber party, but blankets are one of the number one items missing from most cars during the winter time. At any given moment your car could stop running, and if you are forced to sit in a cold car while you wait for assistance, a blanket could come in handy. Having a blanket will not only keep you warm inside your car, but also outside should you be forced to walk in the cold....
Set a Goal Without a goal, you’re setting yourself up for failure. You need to have something to work toward, and having the vague, undefined idea of exercising every day can lead to slacking. So, it’s best to figure out why exactly you want to get in better shape. Do you just want to increase your flexibility, or are you looking to burn off some fat? The reasons you want to work out will affect what exercises you set out to do and how long you’ll have to spend on them each session....
Negative thoughts are normal and will arise from time to time. However, when negative thoughts become habitual, these thoughts can lead to anxiety, depression, and many other mental health disorders. Thus, possibly impacting us physically, emotionally, spiritually, and even financially. According to the non-profit, Small Steps, reframing can be explained as “when you actively notice unhelpful thoughts in your mind and reframe them into more useful thoughts.” [1] Our thoughts are the cornerstone of our success....
Many of us are also caregivers to parents. We’re running side hustles alongside full-time jobs, and we’re also dealing with our personal health challenges. The list could go on and on. That takes a lot of energy, and sometimes, the best intention is no match for exhaustion. Concentration is the action or power of focusing one’s attention or mental effort.[1] However, both internal (e.g., financial worries, deadlines) and external events (e....
Knowing the following, it will be hard to deny that breakfast is an essential meal that should never be skipped. Here are some benefits you’ll receive from a good breakfast. 1. You will boost metabolism When you’re awake, you probably rarely go 8 hours without eating. Of course, when you’re asleep, you go that entire time without eating anything at all (except spiders, according to that urban legend). During this time, your body’s metabolism slows down, only to kick back up when you awaken in the morning....
In fact, manufacturing companies in Guangdong have invested over $520 million in robots since 2014, a clear indicator of the direction the industry is taking. Locally, robots have become increasingly popular in construction sites and among emergency and law enforcement agencies. They’ve been used to defuse bombs, help with search and rescue, and many other functions that put humans at risk. Away from the heavy-duty use cases robots and automation, in general, are moving closer to home....
Being frugal and saving money isn’t rocket science; it just takes some planning and budgeting. And maybe even some creativity! If you’re not frugal but would like to be, keep reading! 1. Stop wasting your money. We all have a budget (hopefully!) but are you spending money on things that you never use? Do you have a gym membership for $80 per month that you never use? Cancel it today....
1. Eliminate “I’m Bored” from Your Vocabulary The more you say you’re bored, the less opportunity your mind has to grow. If you look at something and find it boring, you’re not looking hard enough. Stuck in a waiting room and bored out of your mind? Grab a magazine you would never read otherwise and read an article that piques your interest. Strike up a conversation with a stranger and ask them to tell you an interesting story....
About a year ago, I had to be that guy when I was asked to be best man and deliver a speech. On the day, the moment crept closer and closer with each hour that passed. Feeling nervous, I needed to utilise every confidence trick I had in order to not appear like a mumbling wreck. What is confidence? When asked what prevents aspiring actors and directors from fulfilling their ambition, the famed director Francis Ford Coppola simply replied, “self-confidence”....
