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Great playfulness What do all great conversationalists have in common? They know how to play with the conversation. They can make their conversation fun. They do not take everything literally or seriously. If you are with a friend, and you get up to use the restroom, and they ask you, “where are you going?” You don’t always have to respond, “To the restroom.” Instead, you could say something less predictable and more playful, like, “it’s a secret…” or a sarcastic “I’m leaving, I’m sick of your attitude” or “who wants to know?...

(Okay, technically, there are four kinds. But I think it’s safe to leave out “The Non-Exerciser,” right?) These three classes of individuals have different reasons, methods, and abilities when it comes to working out. They also have different outlooks on exercise, and life in general. Though it’s safe to say that not everyone is cut out to be a true athlete, it is something we should all at least aspire for at some point in our lives....

If this sounds like you, then you need to start using the 5-hour rule. Followed by successful people around the world, including Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey, and Mark Zuckerberg, this simple rule can help you transform from ordinary to successful.[1] Read on to find out exactly what the rule involves and how you can implement it in your own life. Spend 5 Hours A Week On Deliberate Learning The 5-hour rule involves spending five hours a week, or one hour each working day, focused on deliberate learning....

If you’re feeling stretched for time, it can be difficult to know how to start fitting self care into your week. Here is the 5-step guide to self care for busy people: 1. Start with Your Needs First Self care is conventionally portrayed as pampering yourself, however, what it’s really about is meeting your human needs. This could be a need for relaxation, a need for quiet, a need for connection, a need for stability, and much more....

95% of the time I’m on it. I’m either writing, connecting, researching, learning, or doing something to better myself and my life. But, there are some days when I don’t get a whole lot done. I’m not necessarily a “Type A” naturally driven and productive person. I’ve just become that way over time. Sometimes that old me that wants to lay around and do nothing comes out and shows its ugly face, and it rains all over my otherwise flowing exuberant productivity parade....

Stop the Madness: Four Keys to help you Forgive

Focus on cash flow, not profitability Forecast from the bottom up Ship, then test Forget the ”proven“ team Start as a service business Focus on function, not form Pick your battles Understaff Go direct Position against the leader Take the “red pill The Art of Bootstrapping – [Guy Kawasaki]

The largest problems with lemons, and many other citrus fruits, is that they become dehydrated when stored for long periods, causing them to turn hard and dry. Members of America’s Test Kitchen conducted an experiment to determine what is the best approach to keep stored lemons fresher for longer periods. The experiment consisted of 3 storage methods in 2 different temperature settings, room temperature and refrigerator temperature. The storage methods used were –...

Stress affects everything from your digestion, immune function, cognition, and mood. In simplest terms, stress is your body’s response to changes that take place in your environment that are deemed ‘unsafe.’ The COVID-19 pandemic has created a perfect environment for a full-blown stress meltdown. It is normal to feel stressed right now. The world feels like it’s upside down—literally. On top of that, the uncertainty and constant health threats surrounding COVID-19 have led to a surge in mental health issues....

A few Gmail shortcuts everyone should know include using “C” to compose a new message, holding “Shift” and “1” to mark a message as spam, pressing “V” to move a message into a new folder, typing “R” to respond to the message you’re currently reading, and pushing “F” to forward a message. Of course, as this infographic points out, you can’t use any Gmail shortcuts until you turn them on in your email settings menu....

According to Facebook, they averaged 1.18 billion active daily users in September 2016. Twitter’s website (at the time of writing this article—Nov. 2016) says they have 313 million active users. In 2014, 8.5 Billion texts were sent each day in the U.S. alone! By 2018, it’s expected that people will receive 97 business related emails per day. Then there’s old fashioned phone calls, diminishing but still relevant—the NSA said that in 2013 there were about 3 billion phone calls being made in the U....

For the purposes of this infographic there are two main types of EVs: BEV = Battery Electric Vehicle (no gasoline engine) PHEV = Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (has a gasoline engine and an electric engine) Original Source: VroomVroomVroom Car Rental Canada

If you spend the day speaking baby talk to your little one, you are denying him or her valuable language lessons and while your baby may not yet be able to speak, he or she can still learn from you. Early childhood education will not only make children better communicators at an early age, but also give them better learning skills that can help them throughout their lives. In fact, a great early childhood education can result in a higher level of education and a better job with more pay later on....

Many think something is wrong with them, largely because our culture holds “the extrovert ideal” in high esteem, says Susan Cain in her book Quiet: The Power of Introverts. Extroverts are viewed as healthier, happier, and more successful. But here’s the thing: both introverts and extroverts have unique skills they can use to maximize their health and happiness. Several years ago, I discovered how to apply my strengths as an introvert to my health....

We happen to live in an era in which we can get thousands of tips delivered to us in every single hour of every day. Thanks to the latest gadgets, we don’t even need to leave the sofa: we just pick up our tablets or remotes, and instantly conduct a successful search for our chosen channel of information. Within minutes, thousands of tips flood into our devices and within seconds we are able to start reading, listening, viewing, sharing and retweeting....

Fear Lack of Self-Confidence Lack of Knowledge Trying to Do Too Much Alone Trying to Do Too Much Loss of Self Lack of Energy Lack of Reward It Can’t Be Done The Nine Reasons We Don’t Do What We Should – [How to Save the World] Reference: What’s Happening When It’s the Manager Who’s Not Performing? Fyi for Your Improvement Handbook: A Development and Coaching Guide 16 Reasons Managers Can’t Get Employees to Perform Why Employees Don’t Do What They’re Supposed To Do and What To Do About It Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity

There are thousands of texts and approaches in the productivity & success universe. Many of them are good, some are great. Some, like the writings of Marcus Buckingham approach genius in their rich simplicity. So why, if there are so many great ways to become more productive and more successful, are so many of us still struggling to make real change happen in our businesses and lives? I believe we consistently miss one key element is undertaking a change process: the coaching relationship....

Origins Of Common UI Symbols | Visual.ly We often explore the world of origins but it’s very rare we discuss where common tech symbols came from. Which is surprising considering how often we see and use these symbols. Fortunately, Visual.ly have created a chart that can tell you almost everything you need to know, from where the Bluetooth symbol originated to why ‘@’ is so commonly used. Each symbol comes with it’s own origin story, most of which are a lot more interesting than you’d think....

Did you really try everything? Have you tried: Paleo? Flexible Dieting? Low Carb? Carb Cycling? Intermittent fasting? South Beach? Vegan? Metabolic type diet? Should I keep going? The point is that the perfect diet is out there. It may take a little diligence on your part to really give these a shot and find what works best psychologically for you. But have faith that the right diet exists, regardless of your goals....

1. Am I using my time wisely? We all know time is precious. Our goal ought to be to use it in a way that isn’t counter-productive. For example, taking time to unwind and do nothing productive in particular could be beneficial for the mind and body. Finding yourself stuck in a job that offers a stable pay but fails to challenge you, make use of your skills, or provide some sense of value could be considered a substantial waste of time....