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The other interesting addition that Google made was the inclusion of Hangouts – a real-time, live-video interface with up to 10 people. Early last summer, my thoughts were … that’s kind of cool, but I had not made any connections as to how it might change the way I interact professionally on the web. Needless to say, when I was approached by Joe Saad, the founder of ChefHangout.com with a proposition to join the inaugural group of chefs in a series of online cooking classes using Hangouts; I was intrigued....

More often than not, people cannot find a point of balance between their careers and their families, and one is given more priority than the other. This behavior has been associated with several dysfunctional outcomes—strained familial relationships, inefficiency at work, and poor physical and mental health. Hence, individuals need to learn and work on balancing work and family life. [1] The idea may seem daunting, but it is possible if you take the time and care to make it a priority....

1. Eating Sugary and Starchy Foods without Brushing Sweets treats are hard to avoid, especially for us candy lovers. But a little self-control can prevent millions of bacteria from multiplying in your mouth. Sugar is used by bacteria as a form of energy to build plaque and speed up tooth decay which causes bad breath. Sugary, starchy, and basically any food that gets stuck in your teeth can speed up the growth of mouth bacteria....

Not anymore. I’ve become increasingly bothered by business people in my corner of the world settling for good enough that definitely is not good enough. It’s particularly annoying in regard to workforce discussions, with wannabe entrepreneurs and business owners complaining about labor and talent shortages, aging boomers and other workforce demographics making things tough on them and their prospects. The “oh woe is me” whining is driving me crazy. Yes, I know the problems are real....

There are a number of health risks associated with working long hours. These health risks are elevated for workers in certain professions. Working longer than the traditional eight hours is likely to place a large amount of stress on employees. It has been known that stress is likely to cause a sleep deprivation. Individuals who suffer from a lack of sleep and a large amount of stress are likely to have a weak immune system....

I like Marcel Proust’s words: N’allez pas trop vite. Don’t go too fast. It might not be practical to slow down when one has ten minutes to get from one end of a campus to the other. But a college student might benefit in numerous ways from slowing down and looking at and learning about her or his surroundings. Here are five suggestions: 1. Learn about a building, your residence hall perhaps, or a classroom building....

Toxic friendships are bad for your health. By the time you enter your adult years you will have encountered one or more. Maybe you are the type who attracts toxic friendships. Some people are like that. They have an active rescuing chip in the brain and they cannot seem to help themselves. Is that you? Toxic is synonymous with poisonous, deadly, unhealthy. Your system is not made to exist with anything toxic....

Mainstream medicine, Big Pharma, and the FDA have yet to accept aloe’s extraordinary medicinal qualities, though aloe has been a medicinal powerhouse for more than 5,000 years. It’s widely used today in Europe, South America, Africa, and Asia. The Benefits of Aloe In Ayurvedic medicine, the oldest health care system in the world, aloe is called “Kumari,” or “miracle herb.” Aloe is used extensively by healers in Africa. In Bali, it’s called “lidah buaya,” or “crocodile tongue,” and is considered to be a potent immune-system booster....

When you taste Greek yogurt, its thick and creamy texture will be incomparable to any other type of yogurt you’ve tried. Besides that, there are several good health-related reasons why you should consider making it a regular part of your diet. 1. It helps lower blood pressure Some varieties of yogurt contain twice as much sodium as Greek yogurt, which can contribute to higher blood pressure levels and an increased risk of additional heart-related problems if your sodium intake surpasses the daily recommended value....

There are many interesting facts about tomatoes. There are around 25,000 varieties of tomatoes and they have a lot of medicinal properties including the ability to reduce cancer risks, improve cardiovascular health, lessen hypertension, regulate blood pressure and reduce inflammation. They can also improve our skin, hair, nails and bones. Tomatoes have so many health benefits because they are rich in minerals and nutrients that are necessary for optimal well being....

From Netflix to software packages to even our makeup, it is a daunting task to keep track of all our paid subscriptions. Well, there’s an app that allows you to easily track and review your subscriptions. SubscriptMe can serve as your handy dandy secretary and will track all your subscriptions, help you with your bills, and give you visibility on other people’s ratings and reviews to aid you in deciding which ones to subscribe to, as well as sharing your own feedback with others....

10 Anger Management Lessons No One Should Miss

Picture this… You’ve decided you want to get in shape. Get a little fitter, healthier and stronger. Buff up and gain some muscle. Possibly even a six-pack. You head off to the local gym, sign on the dotted line, hand over some cash and then head straight home. You would have done a workout on the spot but it wasn’t really a good time. So the following day you get up, put on your new gym outfit – the one you bought on credit – and head off to the club....

Whether it’s improving an area of our lives (health or finance for example), taking a life-changing trip or embarking on a new career, chances are we have an idea of what we want to achieve, but not exactly how to achieve it. Even if we do have a rough plan of sorts, seeking advice from others who’ve been there before you can only help, and saves from trying to figure everything out on our own....

Here’s the question posed in this edition of Ask The Entrepreneurs: What is one cool way you’re motivating employees to get fit and stay healthy? Work In Weekly Activities Tell Stories of Healthy Living 3. No Junk Food! 4. Communal Food and Corporate Gym Memberships Inspired by Infomercials Put on Fitness Competitions 7. Try Tough Mudder! 8. Sweaty Team Building 9. Walking Meetings 10. Offer Incentives 11. Lead by Example...

Earlier this week, I began a discussion of the way that manhood in American society is changing. Today, I want to revisit the topic with some of my own ideas about how these changes could lead to a more enriching and satisfying take on masculinity. Before I do that, though, I want to say how thrilled I was at the response the first post got – I had never expected such lengthy, thoughtful comments and the depth of insight that you, Lifehack’s readers, have shared with us....

Although this is all true, I have found the most profound benefits are those that happen at a deeper level. With over seven years of teaching experience, I’ve learned that the most profound benefits of yoga you may not know about are: 1. Deeper Awareness and Enhanced Listening Skills So many of us are accustomed to telling our body what to do, without giving it credit for all it does for us and how we are actually feeling in the moment....

Viggle is the TV-watching app referenced above, and it works by listening to your television while you watch shows. If you can get over the Orwellian feeling that may cause, points will accrue which allow you to get gift cards and other such prizes. Not bad if you are already committed to the couch. On the flip side, there is Jingit. This one might fall into the “weird” category for some people, while other may not mind it....

1. You will optimize your brain power. This shouldn’t come as a shock, but studies suggest reading makes you smart. Unlike watching television, which requires no thought process, reading is an active learning experience that will keep your mind sharp (even in old age). 2. You will increase your odds of success. The more books you read, the more knowledge you will have, the more strategies and resources your brain will store, the more likely you will succeed....

Creativity means spontaneity, chaos, experimentation and relaxation. It requires you to sit back and observe the race, rather than constantly trying to win it. For me though, creativity is crucial to success. Here are five easy ways to boost your creativity and be more productive in the workplace: 1. Clear your head There’s no set formula for this. Everyone’s mind is different so it needs different treatment. I like to surf or meditate....