Being in a relationship can be comforting and attractive and it can teach you a lot about love. But it can also limit you. Being single, on the other hand, opens up a whole world of freedom you never even knew existed. Stop worrying that you are still single, and instead embrace the positive sides of your life situation. Here are 25 reasons being single rocks when all your friends are tied down....
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Maybe you believe that “all jobs everywhere” mean nothing more than a life of drudgery. Or maybe you ignore the signs that make you wonder why you do what you do. After all, you have responsibilities, you have commitments, and you need the income, so what if you cannot stand your job? Well, you have convinced yourself to put up with it because quitting is not an option! While quitting may not be an option, you do have other options....
30 years is an incredibly long time, and a lot can happen in that period. Jobs can be lost, spouses can pass away, weather can destroy homes. These are just a few of the unfortunate events that may take place in a person’s life. Most of these usually result in financial stress after the initial disaster, and nothing is more stressful than a hefty mortgage payment that eats up more than half of all the money you bring in....
Step One: Stop Listening to Yourself – You’re Too Smart Ever noticed how often successful people; the ones that achieve just what they want in the face of insurmountable odds are…stupid? How many times have you thought to yourself, ‘if they can do it, anyone can – right?’ The thing is, they may be awesome because of their idiotness, and not in spite of it. Think about it – Smart people weigh up the pros and cons, take intelligent risks and proceed with wise and measured caution, benchmarking their decisions against the wisdom and experience of others....
Customers nowadays usually base their buying decision out of these three factors: design, price and brand. First, they look at the earbuds’ overall appearance. Does it look stylish? Does the color match their taste? Second, they check the price of the product. Does it fit into their budget? Can they get something cheaper for the same quality? And third, the brand. Is the brand known in the industry? Is it trusted by a lot of users?...
Here are 3 things you should do every time you release new music. 1. Copyright your music While your music is protected under copyright law the minute it is put into a tangible form (so, once it’s recorded), it’s much easier to enforce upon infringement when your music is actually registered with the copyright office. Additionally, registering your music with the copyright office can earn you extra royalties from music streaming services....
There are many different options available today: Vitamin-fortified nutritional beverages like the Boost energy drink by Nestle Mainstream brands like Monster and Red Bull that you can find in any store Healthy and natural energizing sips without added sugars or artificial sweeteners and colors The good news is that downing a can of caffeine-infused beverage may actually give you the pep in your step you so desperately need early in the morning or during the afternoon slump!...
Conversations are important. They let you express your feelings. They help you understand what the other person is trying to say. They let you know if the other person is a kind, generous and helpful human being, or just a nasty and mean person. But sometimes it is difficult to have a meaningful conversation. We are unsure how to proceed and what to say. It can seem like a daunting task....
Years ago when I started my business I was stuck in that daily grind of emails and appointments that I simply couldn’t get out of. They all felt important but only a few items actually pushed my business forward. The rest was just busy work. It took me instituting 3 things to get my time back and start pushing the truly important projects forward. Today I want to share those 3 things with you so you can start putting your focus on the right things in your life....
Whether you’re aiming for efficiency, decoration, fun, or self-sufficiency, there’s a list of 30 awesome DIY projects just waiting for you. 30 DIY Projects Your Should Try Pick a few that you might like to try out: 1. Bird Feeder Wreath A circular mold, wide ribbon, some birdseed, and some melted suet are all you need to help feed our feathery friends over the winter months. Find out how to make it here!...
One of the best ways to soak up all that knowledge is by reading, and there’s no shortage of fantastic books out there to learn from. If you’re looking for some fuel to feed your entrepreneurial spirit, here are 25 of the best business books you can pick up. 1. Start Something That Matters by Blake Mycoskie First off, the founder of TOMS shoes isn’t a guy named Tom, but Blake Mycoskie....
In essence, the emotion is aroused in cases where the impending threat is a reality or even just imagined. You feel afraid whether there is something to fear or in some cases when there is no actual need to be afraid. Fear is a tool for utmost resilience to escape danger. A bounce back survival mechanism. Adrenaline is released into our bloodstream with resulting biological reactions. Our reflexes and senses are heightened to help us escape real physical danger....
1. Fight Club (1999) I’m starting with this cult classic because it’s an absolute favorite. The story revolves around an unnamed protagonist who in an attempt to overcome his struggles with masculinity and consumerism, starts a fight club “as a radical form of psychotherapy”. This movie is best watched without any spoilers, so don’t go around looking it up. Just watch it. Seriously. 2. The Godfather (1972) Who hasn’t heard of The Godfather....
They specifically looked at the mood of the call center staff throughout their working day. The three-week study discovered something interesting. Namely, staff who started the day in a bad mood usually ended the day in a bad mood. This was despite them receiving calls from positive customers throughout the day. Staff who started their day calm or happy finished their working day in the same upbeat emotional state. Furthermore, the study found that staff with low moods had low productivity....
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Networking and communicating with professionals can be a delicate process, but it can be mastered. Whether you’re an employee or an employer, check out these 33 LinkedIn tips (in the form of tweets) on how to advance your career or expand your company. You’ll find yourself standing out from the crowd (in a good way) and getting the most out of your LinkedIn profile in no time. 33 LinkedIn Tips, in 140 characters or less | Ethos3
Hollywood has produced several of the best inspirational movies out there. Some of them are cult classics while others have gotten Oscar nominations and awards. In an attempt to avoid this list being cliché, I’ve picked films you may not have seen before, and ones that may have slipped from your memory. As a result, you won’t find certain well-known films below, such as Schindler’s List, Forrest Gump, and Shawshank Redemption....
Are there any parenting hacks that make this easier? Yes, here’re 35 life hacks for kids all moms (and dads) should learn to make parenting easier and more fun. Let’s start with some life hacks for babies and toddlers, and as you scroll down you’ll find more hacks for bigger kids! 1. Put a basket in the bathtub when your child is bathing so that the toys won’t flow away....
So here we bring to you 35 quotes that will lead you to where you want to be, all the time telling you to take that leap of faith. Don’t care about what they want. Worry about yourself today. After all, self-care is the best kind of care that you can give. 35 Quotes About Not Caring What People Think Too Much 1. “The eyes of others our prisons; their thoughts our cages....
