She was a special girl. As well as being beautiful and a king’s daughter, she was a prophetess in Troy. Not surprisingly for those days, such a combination of beauty and talent attracted the attention of a top executive. In this case, it was the god Apollo. Apollo wanted to be her mentor. At least, he wanted her. Then as now, alpha males, especially the Greek gods, often have some earthy notions about beautiful young women....
We all know it’s best to avoid talking about politics, religion, and sexual orientation. Usually you are just looking for a pleasant way to pass the time and maybe to find a new friend. Talking about touchy subjects makes neither very likely. The best way to really get to know someone is to learn what they do (with their spare time) and what they like (probably also shows up in what they do)....
Why? It makes us feel selfish, guilty, embarrassed even. We don’t want to upset people. We don’t want them to think badly of us. Sometimes it’s simply easier to say “yes,” than to deal with our angst or other people’s reactions. But what is this behavior costing us? Why You Need to Say No! More Often
I get impulsive about buying that “thing”. That new awesome thing that’s ten times better than the last awesome thing. You know, the crap I’ll regret buying the day after the return policy is up. Why is that? And why do we feel this way so often? They don’t want you to know…but I do. They are the advertisers. The slick, ever-present advertisers planting messages in your mind that you want need what they’re selling....
It’s not about breaking the goal down into smaller parts to make it easier to achieve or putting a deadline on when to achieve it; it’s something much smaller, much simpler and yes, so obvious – it’s about the routine. Take a moment and look back on some of the goals you tried to achieve over the last 3 months? Why did you fail? Were your goals too vague? Did you not have the proper level of support from your friend to achieve it?...
This is a video showing people try it for the first time. One of them described it as “It’s like a box of chocolates, but a bad box of chocolates”. But why it seems like a valuable fruit at least in Asia? It is because it has a wide range of health benefits. Let’s take a look at its benefits… 1. It’s an excellent source of energy One serving of this fruit is 243 grams and it covers about 20% of your daily needs for carbohydrates....
As marshmallow oozed down my chin, I felt jealous of how easy this woman had it. Sure, she was being tortured for thinking a certain way but in the series, women and men were always trotting about casting spells to erase memories. And these torture fellas had romantically swept her off her feet, spun her in the air and put an end to the thoughts within minutes. Meanwhile, we wand-less have to labor for weeks, even months to wipe out negative thoughts....
Once you grasp the concept of how your brain works, you can effectively begin learning in an improved manner. This isn’t just true for academic learning as it works the same for learning skills and general information as well. In order to understand which learning theory affects your learning style, keep reading! Effective Learning Theories Educationists and psychologists have developed various theories based on the varying perceptions of individuals. However, there are four in particular that can be closely related to everyday learning....
Knowldegehut has created an Infographic which demonstrates the latest trends that are driving the IT industry as of 2017: The Grass is Greener on the “Virtual” Side It’s been projected by Statista that the number of VR (Virtual Reality) users will reach around 90 million this year. Not only will it involve gamers, there’ll also be a lot of educators, marketers, and innovators taking advantage of this groundbreaking platform....
1. Bossypants by Tina Fey Topic: If the bossypants fit, wear them! Tina Fey takes a critical but humorous look at her career, life, media, and motherhood. The comedian discusses the important issues women in the workplace face every day. Best quotation: “When faced with sexism, or ageism, or lookism, or even really aggressive Buddhism, ask yourself the following question: ‘Is this person in between me and what I want to do?...
However, taxes shouldn’t be the bane of your existence. With some planning and premeditation, doing your taxes should be manageable. After all, however you look at it, you will have to file your taxes every year. So do it right and follow these 10 need to know tips to complete your taxes without hyperventilating. 1. Nobody will remind you to do them. Throughout the year, you should be saving pay stubs, tax returns, and other files and documentation....
Feeling trapped can take the form of sticking with an unhappy relationship, being unable to travel due to lack of funds, or staying in a certain city because that’s where your job is. Many aspects of life can make us feel trapped, but there are always ways to improve our situation and regain a sense of control or freedom. Check out 9 ways you can take your life back and find happiness here....
Nowadays, financial stress is one of the most troublesome weights in life. If you’ve ever encountered financial stress, you know the difficulty of not having enough income to pay your obligations or bills. Many people say that money is not the ultimate goal of life. While that’s true, money certainly plays a very significant role. The meaning of financial freedom changes with the different phases of our life, but ultimately, it is something that many people strive for....
Something that is important to understand about cooking oils is that each of them is better suited to a certain range of temperatures. When you misuse an oil it could ruin a dish and some oils even release harmful carcinogens when cooked at too high a temperature. You should also consider the flavors of the oil before cooking. Some cooking oils have more intense flavors, such as peanut oil, while others, like canola oil, are neutral and can be paired with a larger variety of foods....
With rising inflation and stagnant wages, the majority of the employees in the workforce are forced to work more to maintain their lifestyle. Unfortunately, they are faced with making one of the biggest sacrifices, which is losing more of their free time. Almost no one would disagree that it is hard to eat healthier when you lack the time to prepare your own meals. Many people opt for nutrition bars as a meal replacement, but many of them are heavily processed with preservatives and artificial ingredients....
You are surrounded by vampires. They circle you, slowly, eyeing your throat, their teeth glistening in the moonlight. Your heart pounds in your chest as they move in, intent on draining your life’s blood for their own unholy nourishment. A scream rises up in your chest as they close in on you, their fangs bared, and then you feel the first pair of teeth sinking into your throat. “Hey, Dustin, got a minute?...
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“One morning I woke up and was plunged into psychological shock. I had forgotten I was free.” ― Jack Henry Abbott There was a time, not too long ago, when the idea of self-control conjured within me images of uptight businessmen, lifeless machine-like drones, and judgmental purists. All my life I yearned for freedom. Self-control, I thought, was most certainly not freedom. How could I be free if I couldn’t do what I wanted?...
