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As someone who never regrets the decision, I do wish I knew some things before I got the dog. 1. Dog-proof your home You know that moment when your kid starts crawling or walking and your things are never safe again? Well, the same happens with a dog. The moment your new pet sets paw in your house, he is going to spot all the things he should never touch and destroy them....

Sure it’s nice sometimes to be able to focus on the workout at hand without listening to the grunts and woes of your workout partner’s latest life drama, but truth be told, having someone around to spot you on a chest and help you grit through the heavy weight can be a huge motivator. Now that you’re training alone, it’s time to hone in on your body and goals without getting sidetracked....

Like anything, being a workaholic has its pros and cons. You get to be absorbed in what you do, which helps you turn attention away from stressful things you can’t do anything about. You have a greater sense of purpose than many people, and you are more likely to advance in your career. A lot of people will admire your ability to organize and manage projects, and you will have a strong sense of achievement....

Secondly, there are other things you can do to help the situation. Read on to learn a few techniques. 1. Educate yourself about anxiety. Immerse yourself in as much literature focused on anxiety as possible. It does not all have to be strictly medical; instead, find magazine articles, memoirs and self-help books that will clue you into this often debilitating disease. Documentaries and local talks dealing with anxiety are also another great resource....

French Press (cafetiere, coffee plunger pot or press pot). The French press is an inexpensive and simple method of making a good cup of coffee. All that is needed to make coffee with a French press is hot water and coffee; no filters are required. The benefit of using a French press is that you are able to regulate the strength of your cup of coffee by having control over the length of brewing time that you allow....

If you see it in a positive manner, you will find out how special we are. Here is a shoutout to all the short girls out there! Let’s check out 7 great things only we would understand. 1. You can easily try clothes from the kid’s section Being short, you have the privilege to check out the kid’s section while shopping. Don’t find anything you like in the women’s department?...

When you correct your posture, especially if you work at a desk all day, you’ll be rewarding yourself later in life. Back pain, stress etc. It all gets sorted. Try these seven tips. 7 Postural Habits To Make Now To Increase Your Health – [DumbLittleMan] Put your shoulders back & down. It will keep you in good health. This interesting diagram from Flickr’s Bluelephant was clipped from this article also....

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Here are 7 things you can start doing today to make the process of losing fat more simple and enjoyable. 1. Karate Kick Your “Diet” Diets don’t work. Kind of a weird way to start off a list of rules about losing weight, right? But let’s be honest: diets aren’t fun. Massively restricted eating, carrying around tupperware containers (of food you don’t even like), and skipping out on social events?...

On one end of the spectrum, it could be that you are menstruating, having a case of food poisoning or reacting to an unknown food allergy. In worst case scenarios, one has to be careful of ulcers or even cancer. There are many ways to soothe the common stomach problems you may be facing. The best remedies for chronic stomach illnesses are often found in nature. You can get creative in your approach to soothe the common stomach problems you have been experiencing....

Here are the seven best ways to improve and invest in yourself. 1. Get certified training Learning should never really end. Even if you’ve recently graduated, there are a lot of ways you can (and should) stay ahead of the crowd. Sign up for courses in business management or get a professional qualification in your industry. Not only will this set you apart from rivals, but it will also help you deliver a professional service to whoever you work with....

1. Am I enjoying myself? Enjoying life isn’t the only priority we should have. For example, enjoying life a little too much can lead to reckless and irresponsible behaviors. However, a much more common problem people have today is not making time for enjoyment. If you’re not careful, jobs, bills, and various obligations can end up occupying most of your time. In this case, we begin to break down like a car that has needed an oil change for too long....

This weight thing is one giant headache. Step on the scale. Hold your breath. Who knows what is going to happen once you look down. The scale is one nasty mofo who enjoys playing with our emotions. However, we shouldn’t allow a number to determine our emotional well-being. The scale is a poor indicator of progress the majority of the time. Do yourself and your psyche a favor and hide the scale in the closet....

Why spend time developing mind-mapping skills? Here are seven good reasons why people with mind-mapping skills tend to be more hireable than their peers: 1. They Generate Lots of Ideas Using a mind map is a great way to generate a lot of ideas in a short amount of time. Ideas are the currency of the business world. If you bring ten ideas to a meeting, you will almost certainly stand out compared to everyone else....

In recent years, the rise of mobile devices has completely revolutionized the travel industry yet again. These days, we spend almost as much time getting our phones ready as we do preparing for the trip itself. We delete photos to free space, spend hours crafting music playlists, download our favorite apps, check our data usage, and more. Unfortunately, much of the exciting content and data that is collected on mobile is confined to mobile....

Loving yourself is the most powerful aspect you can have in the relationship you have with yourself. As someone who has dealt with self-confidence issues, I’ve tried to cover up my relationship with myself with nice clothes, a healthy physique and a false bravado. Even after all those attempts, I was still unsatisfied – a huge void was missing. I wasn’t enough, I wasn’t smart enough, I wasn’t lean enough, nor could I celebrate any success in life....

The solution is a lifestyle adaption and the secret to success here is the simple addition of tasty superfoods to include in your regular recipes. These will give you an immediate boost, but you’ll also want to keep this healthy detox permanently. Try these 7 tasty superfoods and treat your body to some real, long-term health improvements that are backed up by solid science. (I’ve included links to the original scientific studies....

But what if you could drive a car without worrying about the overall cost? What if you could drive a car for a year without having to commit to it any longer? What if you could just borrow a car and then give it back? Car leasing is an increasingly popular way for motorists to drive without having to purchase the vehicle. It gives you the freedom to drive a car without any strings attached....