Instead of only thinking of getting the job, think of how you’ll be able to work with this person. Are they good managers, or will you rue the day you joined the team? Liz Strauss has put together 10 traits to look out for before agreeing to the job. They already know who they are. 2. They listen actively. 3. They are “the guide on the side, not the sage on the stage”....
1. The present supersedes the past or the future People can be drowned in the frustrations of the past and consumed in the futility of the future. But you don’t need to be one of those. Because the present can be the key to possibilities. And how you tap into the present and maximize the use of it can make a lot of difference. Since you are currently in the present why worry about any other thing....
So if happiness begets more happiness AND success, how will someone get there if they don’t feel very happy right now? Luckily, there is a simple answer to this. All people would need to do, is give up on certain negative things that drag them down. There is a lot of baggage that people carry around and that prevents the experience of joy. Think of these things as blockages to the well of happiness that exists within everyone....
But a gift? Anger wells in the pit of your stomach as a mixture of fear and frustration. We get angry at our children, our bosses and ourselves for different reasons. Some of the following facts about anger may surprise as well as impress you, but all told anger’s gift is one that can damage the body or soul of the angry host, so recognition and control of anger is the key to using the emotion effectively....
Now I’m not gonna tell you it’s been all fun, there have been tears and tantrums, heartbreak even–not just theirs–we’ve all had a cry at one point or another. But I wouldn’t change a single thing about our lives. These guys make us happy. They make us who we are. And if anything we owe them for driving us and motivating us. Here’s how they make us better people....
1. Communicate Openly Research shows that communication style is more important than commitment levels, personality traits or stress in predicting which couples will stay happy. Healthy couples don’t avoid conflict, but they do know how to keep the lines of communication open. Happy couples know that the best conversations happen without the distraction of phones, tablets and laptops. 2. Don’t Forget the Small Things Saying please and thank you shouldn’t be reserved for the company....
1. Protecting Your Tweets If your account on Twitter is public, then each tweet can potentially reach an unlimited audience. The keywords and hashtags in your posts will be searchable by the public. If you don’t need to communicate with the public at large, then you might want to consider switching over to a protected Twitter account. Protected posts are only visible to followers that have your approval. This can be an ideal way to network with your close friends, family, and audience members....
Simply put, you make a list of 101 goals that you must accomplish in 1001 days, or under 3 years. Like J.D, I think it’s worth bringing up again; particularly if you’ve been looking at setting some longterm goals. Beginning with 3 years gives enough time to get into gear while making time for other things that come up. A huge number like 101 can give you the freedom to add any smaller or inconsequential goals to the list....
It has become harder to buffer ourselves from the world, so we need to dial it back a notch and treat ourselves with some peace and quiet from time to time. In order for us to achieve that, we need to reorganize our lives, set priorities and not allow the days to merge into one another, filled merely with work and obligations. When stress becomes overwhelming, it can impact our mood and our productivity, but most importantly, it can affect our physical and mental health....
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In his years as a cartoonist and children’s writer, Theodor Seuss Geisel created some of the world’s most famous books and illustrations, including Green Eggs and Ham, The Cat in the Cat, and The Lorax. As lifehackers, we can learn a lot from the legendary Dr. Seuss. He was, after all, one of the pioneers of clever storytelling that didn’t insult the intelligence of children. For example, consider How the Grinch Stole Christmas!...
Science has found that by doing so, we’re strengthening our social connections and relationships, which leads to longer lives, healthier habits, reduced stress, and a deeper sense of life meaning.[1] So how does yoga help with this exactly? In Sanskrit, “yoga” comes from the word yuj, meaning “to yoke” or “to unite”.[2] It’s only appropriate to mirror that definition with a partner, and in essence, begin to unite two people as a whole....
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On one interesting study submitted to Harvard Business School, it’s clearly stated that for over 30 years, under the guiding principle that dedicated attention to a small set of related tasks greatly improves performance and brings about the rewards of having focus. One of the tips mentioned in our featured infographic made me flash a wide smile. It says keeping food on your desk helps you focus. Now, why? It’s believed that glucose assists your brain to focus....
I’m not a psychiatrist: if you fear your problem is so serious you need professional help, go out and see one. I’m going to write this article for those who might have trouble leaving the computer behind when the back of your eyes are telling you it’s definitely bedtime, but your spouse hasn’t packed up and left yet as a result of it – not quite a full-blown addiction, just on your way there....
Need help to get a direction in life? These tips below should give you a head start. 11 Ways to Get a Direction in Life Whether you’re in your 30s, fresh out of college, or just retired, trying to figure out your new direction in life can be tough. This is also relevant if you are living a life you’re not satisfied with and hope to change your life’s direction....
During an interview, Mori explains that Saori clothing allows her to weave as freely as she wants! “There are no rules,” Mori explains. Except for being amazed by how colourful her designs look, you should also take a closer look at how Emiko’s smile reveals her relationship with Mori.“She’s my favorite person in the whole world. I make grandma happy, and that’s just so much fun for me, too.” Mori says....
1. They give unconditional love It is a wonderful feeling to be loved unconditionally. Dogs don’t care if we look perfect, say the right things, or act distracted. They love us no matter what. 2. They’re a faithful companion Dogs don’t get tired of us. They enjoy our company. If they had their way, they would be beside us at all times. 3. They understand us without speaking They get us....
Many of the common conveniences my friends had I didn’t and when you grow up poor, you often imagine what it would be like had your family been wealthy. Sometimes you look at more well-off families with envy. As a kid, I thought about all the negatives of my situation – eating instant noodles for the 5th time in a week does that to you – and when I started as a freshman at a college I felt inferior to my more affluent peers because I lacked the culture, the sophistication, and the elegance I saw they had....
Most, if not all, entrepreneurs have no problem with goal setting or in having a clear vision. Along the way, however, they fail to anticipate or even realize that the road is filled with bumps and humps that can make even the seasoned entrepreneur fall if they are not careful. He feels that it is not fair for entrepreneurs to commit the same mistakes over and over again simply because no one dared to talk about them....
