I advocate a “back to basics” approach that cuts off the ongoing encroachment of technology and reminds us that we’re not cyborgs, but fully functioning human beings. Here are 8 ways to cultivate more love in life that will help you “ground” yourself and interact more completely with your life, instead of just reporting on it on social media. 8 Ways To Cultivate More Love in Life
1) It’s About Skills, Not Knowledge We watch TV shows and movies about relationship, read books and talk to our friends. Yet being good at relationship is not about knowledge, it’s about skills. Relationships are stressful. Under stress, higher cortical areas of the brain responsible for calculated thought go offline. What we’re left with is more automatic reactions, often driven by previous experiences with others. Our knowledge about healthy relationship is not as available to us then....
You’re passionate. You’re always looking for opportunities. You always think to yourself, “I can do that better.” You want to live your work. You’re dreaming miles ahead while focused on what you’re doing right now. You’re an ego-maniac. You’re prepared to say, “I don’t know, but I’ll figure it out.” You’re a strategist. You’re a builder. You want control. Passion is the most important aspect. If you are passionate on the stuff you create, the higher chances you will live your work, and always look for improvements and opportunities to extend your passion....
1. Avocados via Flickr Avocados are considered a superfood because they are rich in healthy fats, vitamins E and B6, and carotenoids, which are known to help reduce risk of cancer, heart disease, and eye degeneration. Although avocados can be grown from a pit, it will be a lot faster and easier to buy a dwarf avocado plant from the nursery. In order to keep it alive and producing delicious fruits, make sure it’s planted in a large, well-draining pot with sand at the bottom and potting mix on top....
1. The Book Of Doing by Allison Arden In this book, Allison discusses 94 activities that can create opportunity by taking you out of your comfort zone, and unlocking the creativity that lives inside you. This book also classifies the hurdles standing in your way to success. 2. Imagine: How Creativity Works by Jonah Lehrer Illustrating creativity through references and facts, Lehrer reveals a variety of distinct thought processes that will help us to unlock our imagination....
1. Excellent source of high-quality protein One of the best nutritional benefits of whey protein is its property as a source of high-quality protein. Whey protein is the liquid separated from milk when producing cheese. This makes it a good source of protein for one’s health. 2. Promotes muscle growth You can use whey protein as way of preventing the decline of muscles, which decreases with age. As a nutritious food element, whey protein works to boost the body’s urge for high-quality protein to help in muscle growth....
Many positive psychology studies have shown people who feel a strong sense of connection have a greater sense of happiness. Our tactile system is important to our feelings of comfort and connection. In a blind study, it was shown that humans can recognize the emotion behind a touch. We can tell if a touch is delivered with compassion, joy, or anger. Without the use of touch accompanying our dialogue, we stand to lose out on this resource....
We are a society of stress junkies. We must be – it’s the only way to explain how we think about and behave with regards to work. This “go go go” attitude, this notion that everything is a competition, that everything is a test of our mastery, that we must strive to excel at everything – these are not the symptoms of a healthy relationship with work! A lot of productivity literature encourages this unhealthy attitude about work....
Each has its own strength and it’s own philosophy. Recently I have becoming enamored with Trello, The reason, it is visually very appealing and creates a corkboard metaphor which really speaks to my organizational style. It doesn’t hurt that it’s mostly free! But free or not, this Trello is one organiser worth considering if you were looking to become better organized in a team environment. Overcome Email Overload, With Steve Get control of your inbox courtesy of Me (Steve Dotto) and the good folks here at Lifehack....
What Leo’s attempting to do is provide a minimilist alternative to what you carry around and do during your day. All we’re really doing is asking, “Do you need this stuff?” If you don’t you probably shouldn’t bother carrying it around. Some of the other suggestions appeal to those of us who just want to change a few habits or force ourselves to work in a different way. For instance, the No Desktop Storage suggestion will force you to put away and organize your stuff....
It is the great time to hit all of the places you want to visit. There are lots of exotic places and extreme adventures that are just right for your budget. How much would you invest to achieve your greatest dreams? Ideally, you should start saving during your early 20s to your 30s. It begins with budgeting your expenses. Grow your money by investing your money, saving for retirement, and more....
Metaphors can help get us unstuck from deeply ingrained patterns and habits of thinking. We use metaphors all the time and often do not even realize them as they have become so much of a part of our language. Case in point, they can “open doors” and provide “the keys” to insight! So next time you think you are “at the end of your rope” — think metaphors! Since creative people think in abstract terms, unleashing the power of the metaphor can truly be powerful and attitude altering....
Why Most People Aren’t Using Their Full Mental Potential Want to unlock your brain’s full potential? Learn to use the Ultradian Rhythm, your natural body rhythms that occur at intervals of less than 24 hours. You experience this by feeling invigorated for an hour or two, then you become unfocused and lethargic. Most people spend their entire day working in a relaxed fashion and without a break. They are not productive because they are not focused and not using their full mental potential....
I know the article title mentions these tips are for “young people,” but hey, I did not realize the value of self-development until I was in my late twenties and early thirties. Imagine right now you have received a special meeting with Warren Buffett. Here are ten things he would tell you, to help you improve yourself, give yourself better opportunities for success in the future, or just light a fire under your rear-end to get you motivated....
1. Realize that things are usually magnified for those with anxiety People who suffer from anxiety are often misunderstood. People often think that taking a few deep breaths or taking some space will help solve their problems. Unfortunately, it is not that easy. It is important to show support towards loved ones who are anxious by not telling them it will pass or to not sweat the small stuff. For them, their anxiety transforms a seemingly normal everyday situation into something bigger....
WARNING: Do not read this infographic if you are a germaphobe because this may drive you over the edge. Today’s daily dose of nightmare fuel is brought to by: the dirtiest things you touch everyday! UK-based company Dustbox Cleaning Services has reviewed the dirtiest places and objects you’ll touch on a daily basis and it is rather worrying. There are the most obvious places, such as kitchen counters, toilets, really old TV remotes and things like that, but then there’s also everything else ever....
Have I convinced you yet? I hope so! Once you’ve hopped on the LinkedIn job searching bandwagon, you want to stand out to these recruiters. To do so, it’s important to understand what they are actually looking for. Let’s explore some things to keep in mind: Complete profile A complete profile is such an important factor—it’s how you can show recruiters who you really are to the full extent. Apart from the obvious profile additions such as job history, consider creating a biography that tells the story of you as a professional, and lists some goals you’d like to achieve....
What does 200 Calories Look Like? (Infographic)
Although life is supposedly more advanced and we have more things to make it all more convenient, we have so much information thrown at us that, at times, it’s hard to keep on top of everything. The bottom line is that the “better life” comes at a cost—it’s more taxing and strenuous to try and keep it all in balance. O a personal level, we all go through our own metamorphoses....
