You do not have to remake your home or be some master craftsman to construct an office that will make your work more enjoyable or functional. A few small hacks will spruce up your office, morale, and make the day-to-day grind easier. 1. Invest in a proper chair You could just grab one of your kitchen chairs and plonk it down in your office. I used to do that. But it was difficult to sit back in that chair and plan the day’s events....
Here are 5 ways to give yourself the mental kick in the pants that you need to stop procrastinating, get up off the couch, and get back into the habit. Use it as an excuse to get “me” time. If you lead a life of chaos where it seems like every moment of your time is consumed with work, family, school, or household obligations, use a consistent exercise routine as an excuse to spend some much needed quality time all by yourself....
It is one of the most versatile essential oils, and it is most commonly known for its calming effects on the body. The relaxing scent helps your mind to unwind, but the benefits of lavender oil don’t end there; it can also be used to help cure various physical problems. Having a bottle of lavender oil in your home gives you a mini first aid kit, food flavoring, perfume and a mood pick-me-up....
When something bad happens, our mind often has a tendency to compound it by projecting forward into the future and imagining the worst thing that could happen as a result. Such a course of action can be very tempting, especially if we can portray ourselves as a victim and wallow in self-pity as a result. However, if we can look back on times when we have done this (and we all have at some stage) we can see that these nightmare scenarios have nothing to do with reality....
By keeping in mind these rules, you can avoid repeating the same mistakes. Rule One: People Mostly Care About Themselves People aren’t thinking about you. A damaging myth to buy into is believing the amount of time you think of yourself compares to the amount of time others think of you. In reality they are nowhere close. Take a look at this chart: I’ve used this example before but I believe it deserves repeating....
Mind-mapping is a popular tool for brainstorming ideas, outlining projects, and organizing information. While some people feel most comfortable mind-mapping with pencils or pens and paper, others enjoy the ease and accessibility of software-based mind-mapping, and there are a variety of tools designed to help make, share, and store mind-maps on your computer. Some, like MindManager and iMindMap are powerful, enterprise-level programs, with price tags to match; free programs like FreeMind don’t have the same features, but for daily use by individuals, they are quite powerful and capable tools....
Having the skill and know-how to attain wonderful pictures of moving objects is a prized ability many people would love to master. The good news is that you don’t need a bachelor’s degree in photography from an art school to grasp this coveted skill. Below is an infographic from Snap! Paper that breaks down how to photograph moving objects like a pro. The infographic will provide you with photography advice that makes capturing moving objects as straightforward as possible....
This is a great example on breaking down a problem into smaller problems, when you complete numbers of tasks, you will feel the resolution is progressing and conquering the problem. As you work through your list, check off the simple tasks as you go along. This is important – it is where the excitement comes from. As you knock off each little task, you make progress on the core hurdle....
What comes to mind when you hear the word spouse? Think about it: every year on birthdays, anniversaries, and special holidays, we find ourselves sending out cards with cookie cut lyrics and rhythmic poetry to communicate to our spouses what that word means to us. Only one thing will be required of us — a signature. If our relationships are distant or detached, there will be nothing more. No note, no heartfelt emotions, just a signature....
These responsibilities will typically come in the form of more tasks assigned to you, more projects to manage, and more people (clients, co-workers, etc.) to take care of. You gain these extra responsibilities when people above you on the career ladder feel that you have the relevant knowledge, context and power to do things better than the average employee. Despite your positive attributes and obvious capabilities, you may find yourself forever prioritizing tasks based on the dates they need to be completed....
There are many types of glamping, from the minimal to the most extreme, so you can choose how far to go. When I first tried this new trend, I did it because I was tired to wake up stiff after each night of camping, so I went for the moderate type of glamping. Here are the most useful things you need to have to glam up your camping game. Of course, you need to have the basic camping gear first, then add these to it....
Do you have ladders lying about the house that have seen better days? It is time to open that old closet full of things you never thought could be used again. The wooden shutters that were worthless until yesterday can be used to hang flower pots and add earthy look to the garden. Bring out the old containers and with little treatment they can serve as planters. There are so many interesting gardening tips that have been put together in this infographic by Purely Shutters....
It’s not necessarily the way that Google Reader handles RSS feeds that is the problem, it’s the new UI that has people up-in-arms. So, rather than stay salty and use something that you don’t like to look at to read your content during the day, try these Google Reader alternatives instead. NetNewsWire (Mac, iOS) NetNewsWire, recently acquired by Black Pixel, has been a long standing OS X RSS reader and now can use your feed from Google Reader to sync with the iOS (Universal App)....
Here are 8 great activities to do with your kids this fall: On the surface, it might seem like we need to come up with elaborate plans to show our kids a good time. Wait for these, and the fun times you have together will be few and far between. So instead, think of simpler ways you can make memories with your kids everyday. They grow up so fast. Enjoy every second of their precious childhood while it lasts....
Using Thunderbird to Get Things Done – [Entropic Principal via HotLinks] Let’s start with the labels. (Thunderbird -> Preferences -> Display) I’ve assigned my labels as follows: Delete, Archive, Action Required, Wait, Defer. Since Thunderbird assigns these as keyboard shortcuts (1, 2, 3, 4, 5), I can go through my inbox and quickly triage items with an appropriate label. The color coding makes it easy to pick out stuff that needs attention…
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This standard approach may appear as if the file has been completely deleted from your system but that isn’t always the case. Thankfully this comprehensive infographic shows you exactly how you can ensure your files are deleted permanently. The risks of not permanently deleting files Whether its passwords, email or bank details, the chances are that your computer contains countless amounts of highly sensitive information. Imagine if you sold your computer on eBay....
You’re right, diet is one big factor to be closely monitored. Another is a regular workout schedule. Speaking of workouts, you’ve got to flash a wide smile today. We’re sharing incredible workout styles you won’t be able to ignore. Promise. Just by the way they’re called, we know you’ll be intrigued! Look at them — “Assassin’s workout”, “Wolverine”, and “You had me at bacon”. Those are just a few. There are a lot more on the featured graphics courtesy of Neila Rey....
He is not working on a desk the whole time. He works in a job where he’s required to stand up. He’s even going to the gym frequently for years. What he truly lacks though is awareness of his own body. What Really Causes Lower Back Pain There are multiple causes that could lead to your pain. Your back pain could be caused for example by stress, diet, sitting or lack of physical activity to name a few....
1. Tyler Perry Known for portraying “Madea,” Tyler Perry has amassed fortunes, fame, and fun in his career in the entertainment industry. He’s gained fame as an actor, director, screenwriter, playwright, producer, author, and songwriter, specializing in the gospel genre. Perry’s entered the entertainment industry in 1992 as a playwright. After listening to an episode of Oprah, where the daytime talk show host suggested that writing things down was cathartic, he decided to write his first play....
