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Sharing a house or apartment with people who will likely be strangers initially is a pretty unique experience. Different people have different personal boundaries, making shared living spaces like living rooms, bathrooms and kitchens, potential places of contention. No matter how tricky shared living can get, there are ways to make it a more relaxing, friendly and liveable space. With that in mind, here are the 5 top tips for surviving life in a shared house....

1. Freshen Up With New Paint If your home begins to feel a little outdated and boring, one of the best upgrades you can invest in is fresh paint. A new coat of paint – whether simply refreshing the existing color or going with a new palette entirely – will immediately breathe life into your home. If you want to repaint your entire home interior, the average cost to hire a professional is somewhere between $3,600 and $6,000....

Writers that are productive feel excited. A vital part of being a satisfied writer is obviously not feeling uncomfortable as you write. This isn’t difficult to do. As a way to get comfortable, we all have to build up our abilities. And as soon as we do, we’re able to see how gratifying writing can be for us. Here are just a few tips to help you enjoy your writing more:...

Your body is loaded with more calcium than another mineral; it occupies nearly 99% in the bone as well as teeth. The other 1% is contained in the muscle, other body tissues, and fluid.[1] You should note that the lack of calcium can lead to some serious health diseases. Once calcium is not taken enough, your bones might get weak, brittle, or even soft. If remained untreated, calcium deprivation can result in osteoporosis or rickets....

This quote inspires me to wake up motivated. In my crazy world, I am always moving at 100 mph at the next objective. I am always moving forward and endlessly creating. I wake up every morning knowing that I create and own this day! I have developed a powerful morning routine. Here is what it looks like. 3 am: wake up, stretch, take a pre-workout, do 100 push-ups, 100 sit-ups, 40 bicep curls, and listen to an audiobook....

Would you like to embody some of these qualities? I bet you would. The truth is, there is no reason you can’t. That’s exactly what the field of sport and performance psychology does. It teaches athletes and everyday people how to harness their inner mental toughness. Performance psychology is a key component in my work with athletes, performers, and executives. On some level everyone is an athlete, perhaps your sport just happens to be financial trading, or making million dollar sales, or writing a best-seller....

How to get over the lost love fast and avoid wasting time on unnecessary pain? 1. Recovery doesn’t have to take a long time Some people think that it takes a long time to get over a lost love but although the process is going to be different and more timely depending on the extent of your feelings, it is more about how you handle this period of ‘singledom’ that will determine how quickly you bounce back from the break-up....

1. Plan your day In my mind, it’s absolutely vital to plan your day above anything else. My first task of the morning, after my morning workout, is to plan my schedule for the day ahead. This can be in hourly increments, or just a general list of tasks to achieve — you just need something to keep you on track and moving towards your ultimate goals. As you begin to see the benefits of planning, you may find you can plan your entire week on a Monday morning....

1. Healthcare Transparency Tools In its most basic sense, healthcare transparency is comparison shopping for healthcare on an online platform. Think Google Shopping or Shopzilla, but for everything health related. These comparison shopping tools are typically provided by your insurance provider to help you determine how much you will have to pay out of pocket for your healthcare services before services are rendered. These comparison shopping tools are typically provided by your insurance provider to help you determine how much you will have to pay out of pocket for your healthcare services before services are rendered....

This infographic by HelloWonderful is a simple and educational guide of 50 ways to incite creativity in kids. The ways mentioned here does not require you to go out of your way or do something that needs a lot of time and effort, but simple yet effective tips and tricks that kids can learn and get inspiration from. Kids learn by example and by visual learning, so simply follow some of the tips mentioned here and your kids will take the cue and get creative....

With modern cultural pressures, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype. Seeing others with attractive beach bodies beckon us to head down the gym and sweat it out. Yet, if we are not careful, hitting the gym purely for aesthetic reasons can be detrimental to our health. Re-evaluate why you are going to the gym in the first place. You want to look and feel healthier right? You certainly don’t want to end up worse off in both departments!...

There are several factors which come into play if you wish to find a perfect job. It is important that you have a clear picture of what you want to do while searching for the job. Once you have established your goals and aspirations then you can search for the job accordingly. Nowadays there are several platforms such as LinkedIn which can assist you in your search. Here are some of the useful tips which will help in getting the best job....

1. They are assertive Alpha women are open and direct and they can be gentle or firm, depending on the situation. Guess what? If a women is in a bad mood or being more direct than usual, she is often dismissed as a “bitch” and there is usually a reason given, for example, she must be having her period. It is interesting to note that when men are in a bad mood, it is often shrugged off but no insults or references to their bodies normal functions are thrown around!...

1. They are more direct When time is of the essence and you need to make a decision an introvert may make the best leader. Introverts won’t waste time brainstorming and confusing the situation by presenting to many options. Instead an introverted leader will hone in on a practical solution and get the ball rolling to achieve results quickly. Sometimes an introvert is the key to efficiency. 2. They encourage everyone to contribute By being willing to take a backseat in the conversation department and by keeping their explanations brief and to-the-point introverts pave the way to get every member of a group contributing....

You need to hear this: if you’re being flung in every direction, then you’re not really following through on anything or doing anything particularly well. Your internal foundation will be shaky; health, money, relationships and work will eventually crack. What’s even worse than that is the speed with which your life will fly by without enjoying all the simple moments, these moments which are your life. We are all busy–relationships, kids, work and friends, and it’s good to be a go-getter, but when your Martha Stewart persona has been replaced with a frenzied Wile E Coyote, things are about to blow up....

1. Make lists. Making lists is one of the best things that you can do to help prepare yourself and your family for your impending move. It is a good idea to take time to write down how many boxes you have, as well as what is in those boxes. That way, you can prevent not noticing something missing after the move. It is also a good idea to have a check list of everything you need to get done before moving day....

When I heard it, I was infuriated of course. What kind of “friend” speaks of friends like this behind their backs? How about the values of loyalty, trust, and respect for others? Have they been thrown out of the window in this time and age? However, as with every unpleasantry in life, I began to turn it around through the six steps below. #1 Cut this person away For me personally, there is no place for hypocrisy in my life....

Banks are competing hard for your wallet, and we have a few tips on how to exploit their appetite for growth so you can fly free, sleep free, float free, drive free, and more. 1. Get A New Card Loyalty doesn’t pay in credit cards. Just like wireless and cable, you’ll get the most value from your credit card when you switch providers and get a new card. Want proof?...

As much as I love writing, I believe when it comes to comes to exercise tutorials, a video demonstration works best. So, refer to the video below to learn about 69 kettlebell exercises that are beginner friendly and can quickly get you in shape. A little advice: Remember to pay close attention to the forms. Doing the exercises wrong may lead to injuries. Also, don’t try to do them all in one day....