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1. They step away from their electronics Working away on your laptop can feel productive, but successful people know that they cannot recharge fully over the weekend if they are constantly connected to their devices. Because of this, they make a commitment to unplug completely for at least a few continuous hours on the weekends. 2. They engage in physical activity There’s no better way to burn off the stress of the work week and rejuvenate oneself than taking an hour or two to engage in some physical activity....

There are plenty of famous and successful millennials: Mark Zuckerberg, Jennifer Lawrence, and Jenna Marbles, for example. But that’s certainly not all. Millennials all over the world have a lot to bring to the table…perhaps more than any previous generation. 1. They’re intrinsically motivated Millennials aren’t just there out of necessity. In fact, 65% of them say that personal development is the most important factor in their careers. They want to learn, and they want to grow....

I found this really useful and cool article that goes in detail how you can fully utilize Google Drive. Below are 16 secrets of Google Drive provided from Mac World. This is a fantastic resource for college students and teams who need to collaborate in remote locations. Featured photo credit: Not Available via 2.bp.blogspot.com

Instead of starting your day with a caffeinated jolt, why not start healthy with a rejuvenating and nourishing smoothie juice? There are countless energy smoothies and juicing recipes for energy available on the internet that count as a healthy start to the day. Not only can you enjoy these recopies in the morning, but these energy-boosting smoothies can be enjoyed at any time of the day to revitalize yourself. Live nutrients and enzymes in juices and smoothies feed every cell in your body, while liquids from the fruits you’re using keep you hydrated....

You may be able to experience happiness if you: 1. Give up your job and do what you truly want to do in life. Focus on doing things that make you happy rather than working purely on the basis of making money. 2. Give up your old clothes that don’t fit you anymore. If you are that lucky fellow who remained fit and kept the same physique until now, you may not have to give up your old clothes....

(i) Pick children’s favorite ornaments or toys to add to the tree or hang in their rooms (ii) Make simple handmade tree trimmings (iii) Choose a string of lights If your budget Christmas has minimal or no allowance for decorations, choose a string of lights only. They will instantly make any room look Christmas-y (iv) Use Fresh greenery you find while walking out in nature or garden 2. Set the right atmosphere Christmas is one of the most atmospheric times, when memories are recalled, scents encourage thoughts, and there’s a feeling in the air that makes everything seems possible....

It can seem impossible to bounce back; it can seem like this dead-end is permanent. Well, it’s not. It’s time to refocus your ambitions, your love life, your story, whatever ails you and to remake yourself. You have what it takes inside you. You have everything you need right here, right now, to abandon the path you were on and create a newer, better one. The light in you is meant to be seen, especially in the dark....

All these guys seem to have a great time travelling, but they are all celebrities and earn from making these documentaries. How can you, the average woman/student/man who wants to see the world before getting married can survive on the road. What are the ways to earn a living while traveling? First, you need to know there are plenty of options for you, so if you don’t like your country or your city, just listen to that old saying (“You’re not a tree, if you don’t like where you are: move “) and hit the road....

Here are 19 jewels of wisdom I learnt travelling alone and now apply to my everyday life back home in Perth: 1. Depending purely on yourself Sometimes we don’t realise how much people can influence us in our every day life, whether it’s our family, friends, partner, collogues or social surroundings. I had been putting too much emphasis on other people’s opinions of what I should do, over listening to my own voice....

1. Awesome Snapshot Capture & Annotate Awesome Snapshot Capture & Annotate allows you to take a screenshot of just your web browser, allowing you to not have to crop out the other aspects of your desktop when employing the Command+Shift+”3″ command on your Mac. Instead, Awesome Snapshot captures only the area you want, allowing you to take a screenshot of simply the whole browser or just a portion. In addition, you can add annotations to spice up your captures....

One way to tell the true intentions of what someone is saying or doing is to look for body language indicators. The human body makes a lot of unconscious motions depending on the situation. Sometimes, body language indicators are blatant and obvious. If you see someone crying, chances are they’re upset or sad about something. Other times, body language indicators aren’t so obvious. For instance, you may completely miss someone rolling their eyes at you in derision if they aren’t facing you....

1. Make a gift bag. A unique, homemade gift bag with a custom label or a note is a simple but heartfelt way to show your appreciation for the wonderful things your friends or family have done for you. 2. Give a toast. Many people fear public speaking more than death, giving this particular thank-you a little extra meaning. Composing a sincere, eloquent toast and delivering it is a nice way to show appreciation that truly comes from the heart....

1. Egyptian Tomato Soup Homemade soups work well for lunch at work. You can use flavorful, ripe tomatoes when they are in season or make it with canned tomatoes when it’s cold outside — a perfect reminder of summer sunshine and blue skies! You could add some orzo if you are looking for a more filling meal. 2. Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps One of the worst things about carrying a sandwich for lunch at work is that they tend to be either too dry or too soggy....

1.Being delusional. Robert Steven Kaplan, author of What You’re Really Meant To Do, says that people need to be brutally honest about who they are. In fact, most people have a tendency towards illusory superiority. What does that mean in dummy terms? It means that people have a grave misconception that they are above average in their performance and abilities. 2. Not listening to people who are brutally honest with you....

Creativity can mean the difference between something good and something extraordinary. People who are creative tend to see things in a slightly different way, and may stick out from the crowd. (In a good way!) Whether you express your creativity through problem solving, design, or even how you dress, you can count on these 20 things being among your traits: 1. They think before they speak. Creativity can sometimes just flow out of a person without warning or even any means of stopping it....

Some of the best sentences ever written are found in books aimed at children, from Harry Potter to a variety of Dr Suess’ works. Quotery have collected 20 of the best, most inspiring quotes in children’s books to share the magic found in kids’ books: 20 Inspiring Children’s Book Quotes | Qoutery Featured photo credit: 20 Inspiring Children’s Book Quotes via quotery.com

If you’re going to be a successful writer of any kind — blogger, journalist, copywriter, novelist, you name it — writer’s block can’t happen. The good news is you can learn how to write on cue. How do I know? I had to write at least three articles a week for 12 years, to keep my staff-writing jobs. Over the years, I developed a whole bag of tricks and techniques to get the writing going....

While it may be tempting to wallow in self-pity and frustration (let’s face it, job hunting is not easy for anyone), there are some constructive things you can do with your time in between jobs. Getting busy will make the time pass more quickly, plus you might learn a few things about yourself in the process. Here’s our list of 20 ways to use your time if you’re waiting for your next job:...

It challenges your ideas, fires you up, and gives you a lot to think about. Books can be life-changers. These books changed the way that I look at work and my career. They ultimately led to me quitting my job to do something more meaningful and to pursue a career that I love. These books will make you want to quit your job and go it alone, find your purpose, and live your dream....