It’s somewhat a response to the 85% of American parents who think it’s important to tell their kids that they’re smart. Children were given tests and then praised either for their effort or their intelligence. How fundamental could this behavior be? For instance, in the workplace, does something as simple as referring to effort contributed instead of smarts improve results? How Not to Talk to Your Kids – [NYmag] Via – [Waxy....
Now you would still love romance, with the premise that you two are compatible and share similar values. Years ago you don’t think much before starting a relationship. As long as you feel you like that person, you invest time, emotions, etc. in it. After all those experiences and pain, you’ve learnt that even for relationships you need to be rational. It’s hard. But it’s necessary. You know being rational would make your future relationship more fulfilling and you’ll be happier in long term....
1. Do a quick warm up and then stretch for about 15 minutes in the morning or during the day When you get out of bed or any time during the day when you feel cramped, do a quick 5 minutes of light running or aerobic exercises to warm up the muscles and then stretch from head to toe for about 15 minutes. This will improve blood flow, make you feel fresh, prevent minor aches and pains, and make you less likely to injure yourself during physical activities....
But adopting a pet is not something that should be done on a whim. Bringing a living, breathing animal into your home is a huge responsibility. Be sure you know exactly what you’re getting yourself into before you make a decision that could negatively affect the rest of your new pet’s life. For the purpose of this article, let’s take a look at what you’ll have to look forward to when adopting either of the two most popular pets in the US: dogs and cats....
Types of prejudice according to different levels of intelligence According to a study “Answering Unresolved Questions about the Relationship between Cognitive Ability and Prejudice”[1] by Mark Brandt and Jarret Crawford, past findings that state that people with lower intelligence are more likely to form prejudice are no longer viable. The authors tested cognitive abilities of 5,914 people using a wordsum test. They then were able to draw conclusions about each group regarding their levels and objects of prejudice....
As a maiden sea swimmer – which one would you choose? Well, although you possess the necessary swimming skills, clearly, you wouldn’t choose option 1. Why? Because you wouldn’t feel safe wading into the sea knowing that there’d be no nets or lifeguards to help you if you got into trouble. Option 2 would be the obvious and sensible choice. The same principle as the above applies to working in a team....
Suzy then started helping Jane with other homework projects, essays, and even extra curricular efforts like debate and mock trial speeches. Jane earned high marks in school and all her teachers adored her. Unfortunately, a day came when Suzy was no longer able to help Jane with all of these school projects. Jane went off the college and found herself overwhelmed. Instead of making A’s, she was now barely pulling C grades....
They share everything with each other. They do not hide their inner feelings, whether they are good or bad. They are not afraid of sharing their insecurities with each other. They confide in one another, and stand by each other in both success and failure. They identify what they are doing right as a couple, and what needs to be changed. Once they have identified the pain points, they work as a team to fix the issues....
There is something about writing or logging your day in text files that is quite different from writing in a Microsoft Word Document, Apple Pages Document, Google Document, or even an OpenOffice ODT format. Below we will show you why geeks love plain text files and why you should too. Portability One of the best things about plain text is that it is a portable format between almost any operating system that I have seen....
“Your little brother is about to graduate and I think he should get into real estate sales. He’d be great at it because he will talk to anyone!” She’s right on a few points: My little brother is about to graduate, and he is in fact the type of person who will literally go up and speak to anyone. Even if the person isn’t particularly interested, he will just keep talking....
The real problem is that most people in the midst of their sorrow can’t imagine accepting the loss of their loved one. To do so would inadvertently mean that the person wasn’t that meaningful or that they aren’t worth the pain and sorrow. A good article on grief by Marty Tousley [1]. These steps are denial/ isolation, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. People do not always go through these steps in the exact order....
As I matured I slowly learned that to be treated well, not only would I have to demand respect but I would also have to become more selective in finding a partner – and that’s when it got tricky, but it wasn’t such a bad thing. Here’s why the struggle to fall in love when you’re older isn’t that bad after all. 1. You Love Yourself As we mature and put bad life experiences behind us, many of us learn that to move on in a positive way we must learn to love ourselves....
Still, the reality is often just poor performance and an inability to keep up with everything. It accomplishes the exact opposite of what it was meant to. While multitasking is occasionally seen as valuable, concentrating on one activity at a time may be more effective. The key to success and productivity is developing your focus muscles and prioritzing with clarity. Keep reading to learn more about the effects of multitasking and simple solutions to include in your routine....
1. Because life’s too short to waste on things that don’t matter. Life coach Cheryl Richardson, in her book Take Time for your Life, described the fire that gutted her office early in her career. “In an instant, life as you know it can disappear forever.” She relates how fire, like a natural disaster, “puts you in touch with how valuable every moment really is.” Don’t wait for loss or disaster before you begin doing the things that bring meaning to your life....
The idea of showing any kind of favouritism to a child is abhorrent to most parents, but this is not necessarily as clear-cut or as heinous as it sounds. In fact, parents can subconsciously favour one child or another, automatically leading to the cultivation of slightly closer and more fulfilling relationships. Why are some People closer to their Parents? For those of you who are still unsure or uneasy about this concept, let’s debunk some of the misconceptions that exist surround favouritism between parents and their children....
But you have to be open to being uncomfortable in order to grow. That’s not to say that you need to struggle profoundly, but you do need to be willing to learn. The process of learning is all about spending time in the ‘unknown,’ dealing with uncertainty. We need to intentionally put ourselves in new situations where we encounter the unfamiliar Take current health and fitness trends, for example. Chances are you’re a well-informed individual, who’s aware of fitness trends and health research....
You say ‘yes’ to saying ‘no’ You’ve learned by now that you accomplish more when you say no more often. Keeping in shape for example, means saying no to other activities that interfere with workout time. You’re not the grinch, you just have a better understanding of what is suitable for you. You also have your own tastes, and you definitely know the kind of flavor of life you’d like to keep....
You don’t want to give them the satisfaction Retaliation is what they are looking for. It gratifies their behaviour and makes them feel good about themselves. You don’t want them to feel satisfied knowing they got to you, or that their behaviour is acceptable. YOU know it’s not. And you don’t want to fight. Don’t stoop to their level We’ve all heard it before. We know we will be just as bad as them if we let ourselves stoop to the same low....
Having an office right at home comes with a fair share of pros and cons. On one hand, nothing can beat the feeling of being one’s own boss while on the other, maintaining a level of concentration to get things done on time is a daunting task. If you are thinking about or already working from home, here are ten tips to maximize your productivity while keeping the work from home experience enjoyable....
