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Those people who engage in “office politics” usually do so out of fear and insecurity – fear that they will not be held in high esteem by their bosses and co-workers, and insecurity about their positions because their performances are pretty mediocre. The problem is their behaviors usually mean that others become victims. And only victims of office politics will understand the following 11 things that office politickers can do to make their lives miserable....

Listening is not something that comes naturally or easily for most of us, however; it is a skill that must be cultivated and practiced. Active listening means, as its name suggests, means that we make a conscious and concerted effort to fully engage with the speaker. Active listening is the difference between simply hearing, and listening with the intent to truly understand. It is a subtle but important distinction. Here’re some tips to help improve your active listening skills:...

It doesn’t matter what adversities you need to face. You only have one life, and you’d better make the most of it. The good news is that you can make yourself feel great very easily. Check out the tips below! How to Put a Smile on Your Face in Less Than 10 Minutes These are just a few ideas to get you started. I kept the biggest tip for the end though: don’t look for reasons to smile outside, but inside yourself....

1. Get More Tryptophan Firstly, you need to know about tryptophan. It’s an amino acid that’s vital in the production of serotonin, so if you increase your dietary intake then you put yourself on the fast track to happier days. Some of the best foods to eat include lean meats, eggs and dairy foods, but don’t fret if you’re on a vegan diet! Nuts and seeds are also packed with tryptophan, so make them a staple snack....

I asked myself that question, and I was amazed with how hard it was to come up with an answer immediately. I had to think about it seriously. Unfortunately, many of us think of things and people when asked what makes us happy but, in fact, they don’t. Those are the things we think make us happy. We think of answers that sound good, but aren’t actually true. Most of us are overthinkers....

1. Warm Milk Researchers have long touted the benefit of a warm cup of milk for a better night’s sleep. Further, warm milk lowers dangerous cortisol levels, that rise as a result of stress. Those who are lactose intolerant can receive the same benefit from almond milk. 2. Protein and Carbs Try a light snack of peanut butter on a cracker about a half hour before bed. Scientists do not recommend a heavy meal, before sleep, but a very light snack of cheese or peanut butter and a cracker can be extremely beneficial....

1. Cream of Tartar to Clean Your Toaster Any small stainless steel appliance can be cleaned and shined with cream of tartar. Simply mix 1 tablespoon with enough water to make a milky consistency. Rub this mixture onto the appliance. Then, just wipe it away to remove stains, dirt, or other buildups. 2. Club Soda and White Vinegar This simple trick will get rid of tough carpet stains. Mix one part vinegar and one part water and store it in a clean, unused spray bottle....

Whether you want to build up passive income, get your dream job, or become immortal, you can’t miss the money hacks below. 1. Consider Moving While You’re Young When you’re young, moving is much easier than once you’re older and have a family or elderly parents to take care of. If you limit yourself to jobs nearby, even if you’re in a big city, you’ll likely be missing out on your best career opportunities....

There are countless books and college courses that all claim to hold the keys to persuasion. They’re valuable resources for learning how to persuade, but they tend to overcomplicate the matter and ignore practical methods of communicating effectively with people. You don’t have to be a master salesman with endless confidence in order to be more persuasive. You simply need to pay closer attention to the basics so that you can twist the odds of success in your favor....

1. They don’t waste time. Wasting time is the antithesis of productivity. Productive people get things done. The first step to getting things done? Start doing it. Put down the phone, turn off the TV and close down the social networks. All those things can be done when the task at hand is complete. The best way to be a highly productive person is truly simple. Start a task. Finish a task....

Strong, independent girls are not defined by their circumstances; whether they’re from an Ivy League family or the first in their family to ever attend college or graduate high school, a strong, independent girl can find the best in her situation and work hard at improving it while retaining her sense of inner strength and ethical values. Stuck as how to become one of these strong, independent girls? Read below to check out what to avoid in order to become one:...

1. Kids are not playing outside anymore More and more children are playing inside and are attached to their devices, computers, and video games. The UK government has got alarmed about the drop in the numbers of kids playing normal childhood games in the open air. They have invested over £300 million to encourage teachers to do more sport in schools. They also want more kids to play games like hide-and-seek and hopscotch....

1. Relationships aren’t simple. They take work, time, and effort. They involve a heavy amount of compromise. You need to be like a doctor and have patience. That was a joke. You also need to have a sense of humor. 2. There is no use “fixing” what isn’t broken. Just because something isn’t simple doesn’t mean it’s not good. In order to succeed in life and in the business world, you must work hard and persevere....

1. You’re easy to spot People in other countries have certain mannerisms, body language and styles, which you don’t. And they may or may not have a totally different skin color than you, too. That makes you an obvious target, so be aware. 2. You may get homesick Sometimes being in a place where you don’t know anyone and you don’t know the language can be really depressing, especially if you’re there for a long time by yourself....

Today however, there are millions of people making money online full-time, and even those who are making over 7-figures a year. Whether you want to make money online full-time, or make some extra cash in your spare time, there are hundreds of websites online that give you that opportunity. The best part is, you can leverage talents you already have from graphic design, writing, cleaning, driving, language teaching, and hundreds of others to make more money....

If you have ever been curious about what pay-per-view events have resulted in the most buys in recent years, then look no further than the infographic below to see the top 14 biggest pay-per-view sporting events in history, listed in order of PPV by volume. The revenue generated from each pay-per-view event has also been noted for reference purposes. As you will see, some professional fighters have been part of multiple record shattering pay-per-view events over the years....

If you are already too busy at the start of your workday, imagine what the rest of your day might be like when challenges arise and other people start seeking you for help. Here are 14 things productive people do in the first 15 minutes of their workday to help them stay productive for the rest of their day. 1. They stroll into the office at least 15 minutes before official working hours Productive people know the importance of reporting to work early....

1. The Pianist (2002) One powerful story that was brilliantly done is The Pianist. A film about a Polish Jew named Wladyslaw Szpilman, set in the 1930s during the Second World War. He was living in the ghettos and had everything taken away from him. He was doing everything in his power to stay alive and to stay as low as possible. However, Szpilman was one of the greatest piano players during that time....

Not only do you get to eat an awesome chocolate cookie, but you get enjoy while chowing down on this dude’s hair. Thank you Japan! via whatsworthy 2. The Tea Closet If you are like me, you own quite a few T-shirts. With a little help from this package, the number of Tea-shirts you own is going to skyrocket! Get your Tea Closet ready because these tea bags know what’s up....

1. We create our lives with the choices we make. There are two schools of thought when it comes to control; number one: we have no control, and number two: we do. The problem with the former is that it strips us of our power of choice, while the latter option gives us unconditional access to paths of awe. When broken down, the distinctions in our lives comes down to what we choose....