As the trash cumulates, it begins to annoy and overwhelm you. If you barely have any clarity because of the abundance of possessions, it’s a sign you need to declutter. These 12 ways will help you get started. 1. Donate your old unused books to a local library. Recently, I donated 20 kg worth of old books that I hadn’t used for years. To be honest, getting rid of books is tricky....
There are many who believe being perfectly organized is like believing in unicorns: it’s just not going to happen. There are also misconceptions that being “organized” means being a control freak or a neat freak. That if you prefer to organize the food in your fridge a specific way, you’re not being efficient, you’re being OCD. That you’re not truly enjoying your life because you’re focusing on mundane details you “shouldn’t” consider important....
So what does this actually look like in the real world? Feminism comes in many different shapes and forms. A feminist could be the woman that advocates for her own life. The one who goes ahead and gets up and lives her life the way she wants to. She does this against the odds, sometimes having to fight against her culture, religion, patriarchy, military, media, or family. She is the one who decides that she has a right to live according to her own plans, as the poet Mary Oliver says: “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?...
Here are 12 proven ways to speed up muscle recovery after a tough exercise session. 1. Get 8 Hours of Shut-Eye. Don’t underestimate the importance of a good night’s sleep. If you’re one of those people who think you “only need 5 hours,” you’re not giving your body enough time to recover and could be making yourself more prone to injuries in the future. Getting ample sleep is one of the best ways to speed up muscle recovery....
She bombarded the platform with grit and talent, and when they turned around, oh boy… …all four judges’ jaws dropped! Their mouths flung wide open, and, you just knew they said–AAhhh… Why, they couldn’t believe what they saw. Oh yes, she wowed the audience, too. She got a standing ovation right on the first line of her song. No wonder, her YouTube video went viral almost instantly garnering nearly 25 million views upon hitting the Web....
1. They’re Respectful…To Everyone I get really annoyed at the misconception that a gentleman, or an actual guy who is nice, should be respectful to a woman he is interested in. This simply perpetuates the idea that respect is merely a tool to be exchanged for sex. A true gentleman, and gentlewoman for that matter, should be polite and respectful to everyone, regardless of gender. He or she shouldn’t be using it as a means of attraction....
The crowds roar, adorning the colors of their beloved team; an overwhelming sense of pride fills the heart of every single person. With the trademark goooaaalll! echoing, players turn into heroes. As the final whistle blows, the field is filled with tears. But it’s one form of tears desperately sought after—the tears of victory. However, the tears of defeat are just as rich, loss can be the greatest of teachers....
There are cycles of excitement, enthusiasm, creativity, and they are followed by despair, discouragement, and the desire to quit. Why Do We Give Up Easily? Our brains are wired to giving up easily, it’s normal. Human beings are believed to act upon the “Pleasure Principle,” the instant gratification:[1] Our brains are wired to immediate rewards in return. We’re born to look for instant gratification because in the ancient times, getting immediate benefits was essential for survival....
Here are 12 benefits of drinking hot water you never knew: 1. Weight loss Hot water is great for maintaining a healthy metabolism, which is what you want if you are trying to shed a few kilos. The best way to do this is to kick start your metabolism early in the morning with a glass of hot water and lemon. As an added bonus, hot water will help to break down the adipose tissue (aka body fat) in your body....
It is never too late to start working on finding your confidence – check out 12 ways you can become a more confident person. 1. Monitor Your Work Success Tracking your progress at work will give you actual proof of your recent successes and accomplishments – write down everything, even the little achievements. 2. Try Something New Once A Week Instead of shying away from new events and activities, grab life by the horns and say ‘yes’ to something new once a week....
How? Well here’s how: 1. Travel teaches you the value of making friends When you’re away from home and all the creature comforts it brings, there comes a point where you understand the real value of community. It’s all well and good to stick to your closed-in circles at home, but when you are travelling it becomes swiftly apparent that building a global network of friends is the key to a happier and easier life....
We were promised that if we went to school, worked hard, and earned a college degree, an excellent job would be the reward of our efforts. As many of us have found out, though, that’s far from the truth. Fulfilling, well-paying careers are few and far between these days. In fact, unless you attended a top school, it’s challenging to find a good job at all after college. It gets worse: College graduates are left out to dry with an average college debt of $35,000....
While feeling lonely might be undesirable, this is what makes us truly human, and it is also important for us to be upfront and honest about this because we all will encounter such moments in our lives. Here are a few of those loneliest moments. 1. When you are in a crowd but can’t connect with anyone There will be times when we are surrounded by countless individuals but still feel lonely and disconnected from the many around us....
Yoga during pregnancy helps you to create space for both your baby and your internal organs. However, make sure that you only do what feels right and works, avoid muscle strains and extreme pressure exercises. There are plenty of yoga techniques that can help you to prepare for labor in the 3rd trimester. Before you try out yoga, make sure you talk to your doctor. This way, you may know the do and don’t during this stage....
Joe Nemo, in Inc magazine, classified online learning as a $107 billion industry that nobody is talking about. He also affirms that teaching is lucrative, which establishes the belief that the e-learning sector will continue to evolve.[1] So, what is online learning? It is a teaching-learning platform that enables students to enroll and participate in courses via the internet. It does not require being present in the physical classrooms. They can join from any location as long as they are connected to the internet....
1. You become fearless They say curiosity can kill the cat. But what if curiosity should save the cat? It definitely makes it smarter and stronger. Traveling doesn’t simply excite you; it makes you find the inner strength you never thought you had. You are willing to cross boundaries and take on new challenges. 2. You become more attentive It is like seeing the world from a multidimensional angle. You pay attention to everything you see or who you meet....
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It’s a silly question indeed: how can it be easy to forget the one you loved and considered yours yesterday who has suddenly become a complete stranger today? Time heals, they say. And we say that the best books to read after a breakup can help you much more than simply waiting for the moment when the pain finally goes away. Books have the power to heal. When you choose the best books to read during some difficult moments of your life, you may be surprised how much easier it becomes to overcome these difficulties....
1. Chocolate and Marmite Macaroons Either you love Marmite or you hate it – and if you love it, this is the perfect dessert for you. The chocolate and Marmite mix creates a sweet, tangy taste that you can’t get enough of! Who knew Marmite and chocolate would compliment each other so well? 2. Dark Chocolate Detox Bites This snack is perfect for anyone who loves chocolate but wants to stay healthy....
But look under the hood, and there are a bunch of hidden (and some not-so-secret) tips and tricks available that will crank Firefox up and pimp your browser. Make it faster, cooler, more efficient. Firefox Tips And Tricks You Need to Know Get to be a Jedi master with the following cool Firefox tricks. 1. More screen space Make your icons small. Go to View – Toolbars – Customize and check the “Use small icons” box....
