You’ve been given an unsavory assignment by your boss, which technically is her job to complete, and you’re a little less than enthusiastic about getting it done. You put it off for a couple of days to tackle your “real work,” intending to get back to it when you have a moment. A few days … Read more
Can you think about the last time you felt really nervous about something important to you? Maybe you needed to speak publicly in front of a room full of people, run a big meeting at the office, or interview for a job with other applicants you feel are much more qualified than you. Whatever it … Read more
Have problems falling asleep or sleeping through the night? You are not alone. 30 to 35% of people suffer from bouts of insomnia[1]. That’s a whole lot of people tossing and turning through the night. That’s 3/10ths of the population fighting mental fog and fatigue during their waking hours. Lack of sleep contributes to an … Read more
Do you ever wonder why you can do a physical activity longer in the winter without having to stop and chug that bottle of water? The same recreation in the summer can leave you panting with thirst, but now you only need one bottle of water for that five-mile hike or that seven-mile paddle down … Read more
Most people at some point in their life have a difficult time trying to explain themselves, their thoughts, beliefs, goals or actions to others who just couldn’t understand. This usually leads to frustration and self-doubt since that individual can feel like he or she is fighting against the world. You have probably felt like this at … Read more
How much time do you spend surfing the internet? It might be a crucial part of your work or take up a big part of your personal time. Either way, most of us are glued to the never-ending stream of information at our fingertips and it may be becoming increasingly detrimental to our attention and … Read more
We all want to heal the world and make it a better place. And it is vital. However, before you begin to attempt launching on the world stage and getting involved in the lives of family, friends, and, in a few cases, people you do not even know, put a spotlight on yourself. Are you … Read more
You just received a job offer from another company. While you have been working at your current job for several years and you enjoy what you do, this new position would offer you better pay and a chance to try something different. Suddenly, you feel that familiar twist in your stomach and your mind starts … Read more
“When I was young, I admired old people. Now that I’m old, I admire wise people. When I was a youth, I admired strong people. Now that I’m old, I admire meek people. When I was an adult, I admired wealthy people. Now that I’m old, I admire happy people.” ~Matshona Dhliwayo Since the beginning … Read more
People say your best ideas come when you least expect it. When you don’t squeeze your brain to think. And they’re right. It does. Nick Woodman invented GoPro after he went surfing and realized he couldn’t take pictures of himself. Photo Credit: Pitchi J.K. Rowling got the idea of Harry Potter as she sat on … Read more
More people spend time indoors once the winter season begins to switch from warm to cooler temperatures. For those who want to maintain a comfortable setting, it’s important to have a tidy and fresh interior setting that is enjoyable to spend time in. To ensure that you freshen up the interior of your home during the … Read more
Shopping online has become quite easy and extremely convenient. But much like shopping offline, it’s always great to find deals on things you were going to buy anyway. One of the biggest hassles with online shopping, however, is not being able to test it the same way you would in a store. Amazon is known … Read more
It’s the time of year again when you start to get worried about not having got your tax returns in order. The chances are that you’re probably worrying about things way too much. You’ve done it successfully before, and you’ll do it successfully again. Here are five simple tips that will hopefully make the whole … Read more
Divorce is viewed as a taboo by many people. This is because you vowed to stick with each other for better or worse and sometimes couples do fear on how the public will judge them. Well, here’s the thing… divorce can happen to anyone! Yes, it is quite painful and difficult to live apart with … Read more
Are you learning a new skill? Whether you’re learning a language, instrument, or sport, there’s science-backed learning hacks you can systematically follow to learn it faster. With technology, communication tools, and access to information, there’s no limit to what you can learn today. We’ve curated our top 7 learning hacks that you can use for … Read more