With a modern, sedentary lifestyle it is very easy to put on weight. Here are some practical tips to fight the flab and get your weight down. It took you a long time to put on weight so you need to take a long view about losing it. Quick diets tend not to work. You need a change in lifestyle. This is the regime that worked for me. Eliminate the Enemy....
One of the editors here at Lifehack, Chris Smith, frequently writes about technology. As I was reading some of his recent articles, I was influenced to write a tech article of my own, so here it is. So, you are sitting in a company meeting and the presenter puts up the first slide. You are probably thinking to yourself, “Oh no, not another Powerpoint presentation – BORING!” Unfortunately, most people who use Powerpoint, Keynote or other similar software for making slide presentations completely abuse the technology....
Small homes require less maintenance, less cleaning and can even create a stronger family bound, at least that’s what this infographic from Compact Appliance and Now Sourcing suggests. If you’re living in a small space make sure you check out this infographic to discover the best ways to manage space and de-clutter your home. Whilst writing this article I also came across the Huffington Post’s Small Space Living At Home Pinterest board that has dozens of inspiring pictures and ideas for your small home....
Skip the handyman by learning how to fix these five common household issues. Clean Your Refrigerator Coils If your fridge isn’t cooling as well as you think it should, check the temperature dial and cooling coils before hollering for the professionals. Sometimes the dial gets bumped or otherwise accidentally changed, so you just have to move the temperature dial to a cooler setting. If that doesn’t do it, pull the unit out, grab a flashlight, and check out the cooling coils on the bottom or back of the unit....
Ask about their day – and listen to their answer Do ask them how their day went. But this is the equivalent of asking your friend “What’s up?” They will most likely answer “Good” and move on to something else. But if you’re genuine when you ask them this question, it lets them know you truly want to know about their day – the good and the bad. Allow them to open up to you on a daily basis, and you’ll continue growing closer each and every day....
With the rapid rise of the iPhone and of smartphones in general, many companies started making gadgets and smartphone accessories to tap into the trend. Most of these accessories are quite cool and make the iPhone experience better, while some others are not so great. So that you don’t have to wade through the countless options available online, I have decided to make you a list of interesting and useful accessories that are actually worth your cash....
OrganizeIT has a few pointers when starting out, mostly around the idea of keeping it simple. You can always build up from there. What are your suggestions for anyone starting out? Habit Building: Laying The Foundations – [OrganizeIT]
How Browlock Works The way these viruses work is through the use of JavaScript. Whenever a Web user tries to leave a page using this Javascript, a screen will pop up with the message “Your Browser Has Been Blocked.” It goes on to say that your files will be detained and criminal actions will be taken against you if you don’t pay a fine. In some cases, the fine is for browsing through pornographic Web sites....
People sometimes don’t realize that animals have different digestive systems than human beings. Did you know that simple thing like milk can give your dog the runners? Harmless to human, grapes can actually cause kidney damage for dogs? The food that we give to our pets must be compatible with their system so that they can remain healthy. If you are a pet lover, keep this infographic by trusper handy to know what Not to feed your dog!...
I always asked myself why did he feel the need to act differently when he was a pretty cool guy to begin with. What’s more daunting was the fact that it happened to me as well almost every time I interacted with a girl I liked. The key to overcoming this common sticking point is being nonreactive. In the case of meeting women, their reactions are what controls your self-image and how your emotional state....
We have been programmed to work this way, to take whatever job is convenient in order to pay the bills and support our lifestyle. For many this system works well enough. But this is how people fall into complacent jobs that don’t truly satisfy them. If you want to land the job of your dreams, you’re going to have to go out there and get it The truth is, the best jobs aren’t listed....
The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey Taking care of your finance can be the hardest part of adulting. Dave Ramsey, a renowned businessman is here to prepare you for finance 101. Instead of giving you quick fixes, Ramsey takes you on the whole process of planning your finances, and debunk the myths of cash advances and debt consolidation, to guarantee your financial health. It might be difficult for some of us to follow strictly with his no-debt theory, yet there is no denying this is the best way to avoid abusing credit cards, and the feeling of debt-free is carefree and relieving....
Here are 9 success habits of the rich that can be accomplished daily by you. 1. They read I can’t emphasize how important reading is to your success. It keeps you mentally healthy and inquisitive. The brain needs action. While many will prefer to dull the mind by watching TV, playing video games, and engaging in meaningless chit-chatter, successful people make every second count. They spend their time improving their IQ by reading....
For Jim Carrey, life has been tough to get where he is today and we often don’t get to hear about the courage and determination that lies behind the stories of success. We sometimes judge people who seemingly ‘have it all’ or compare our own lives with those that have what we want, but comparisons only lead to unhappiness and we are unaware of the whole story behind their achievements....
Taking Professional Looking Photos Without a Professional – [Lindsay Landis]
Scott breaks up the misinformation in two parts. Firstly outlining that although you may be more suited to a particular skill, or actually have a small gain in a certain area, it can’t account for any real advantage. The second part is about building the skills you don’t have. I’d like to see more discussion in this line of thinking. Can inborn talents be accounted for any great level of success in a field?...
But one does spend a lot of time checking updates, posting status and monitoring social media. A Social Media Dashbard will make ll the difference in the world, and my Dashobard of choice? HOOTSUITE Here are 3 amazing ways HootSuite saves me time and cycles every single day! Join me for a free Webinar Have you ever wondered what productivity tools the productivity experts really use? I can’t speak for all the others, but I am sharing my FAVORITE 7 free apps in a webinar, check it out!...
What does blue light do to our eyes? The harm that blue light can do to our eyes has been well-documented. Not only does it cause eyestrain and disrupt our sleeping patterns, but it can also directly harm our retinas and increase the speed of macular degeneration. There is blue light in sunlight and in most light sources, and it’s important for our eye health. But there is a point where it becomes harmful....
The design is pretty simple, but clean and effective. Thanks David for the tips! Goal Setting Toolkit – [Success Begins Today]
Confident on what you are talking about. You may not know all of the things on the topic you are presenting. When there are audiences asking question you may not know immediately, do not hesitate to tell them you will get back to them later and write it down on your notes. Your gesture and movements may affect your confidence. Stand still most of the time. Move when you want to approach audience....
