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Jobs & Careers > Stress & Time Management How to avoid panicking over Friday deadlines and manic Mondays: 2 of 15
The Art of Making PlansSome people live by their "to do" lists and others (like me) get confused by them. Sometimes your "to do" list is in a notebook and sometimes you're brainstorming in Word. When you're feeling super organized you put your "Tasks" in Outlook.We constantly plan our time with the expected, as well as the un... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Theories of Spirituality Applying 'The Secret' to your life: 10 of 54
The Art of Make Believe: Creating Your Life VisionIf creating a vision of what you want out of life provides direction, motivation, satisfaction and achievement, then how come so few people do it? According to Secret teacher, Jack Canfield's book "The Success Principles", identifying and becoming clear about your vision and g... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Tips for making a move easier: 1 of 5
I've learned a bit during my recent moving spree, which is the term of endearment by which I call my two-moves-in-13-months experience. While I'm sure there is tons more to learn, some of which might even become more relevant by the time the truck reaches our new place of residency ("All my things arrive safely and quickly"..... More..
Business > Entrepreneurship (Other) Business networking events: How to maximize networking opportunities: 1 of 5
While most people dread it, networking can actually be useful. I've watched my husband network his way out of parking tickets, into a free washer and dryer, a new couch, two chairs, access to a kayak and a moving truck all in one day's work. After that day, I realized I might want to learn to love networking with a capital "N... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Ways to get a better night's sleep: 16 of 32
My Pre-Sleep WorkoutWhen I was little, my mother used to sing me the same two songs before bed each night, songs she learned at summer camp. I feel asleep each night before the second song was finished. Now, my niece and nephews know the songs and request them as part of their bedtime rituals.Since that time, though, I've bec... More..
Health & Fitness > Nicotine Dependence Looking to quit smoking? Here are some great tips: 3 of 6
Why I'm a Non-SmokerAfter nearly 13 years as a smoker, I quit smoking cold turkey a year ago. You might find it odd for a 13-year smoker to say that the biggest lesson I've learned from my one-year quit is that I am a non-smoker. On the one hand, it is pretty simple. I don't smoke anymore, so, therefore, I'm a non-smoker. Sti... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Special Occasion Gifts Shopping for that perfect wedding gift online: 1 of 1
Since wedding season is swiftly approaching, and, let's face it, giving knows no season, I think it's time to step up our online shopping prowess. Because by the time I view a wedding registry I am usually choosing between his and her spatulas or a fabulous loaf pan, I've discovered many other unique gifts online.Here are sev... More..
Food & Drink > Diet, Health & Organic Foods Is organic produce really worth more money?: 37 of 69
The "Nutrition Bulletin" section of the June issue of "Men's Health" magazine highlights a recent study that confirms that organic produce actually has a higher vitamin content than its conventionally grown counterpart.Here's the dirt, and I quote:In a new University of California at Davis study, researchers grew kiwis using ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Setting Life Goals The best method for setting and reaching goals: 14 of 25
How to Define Life Goals that StickWhen I left my last "real" job, I left with the goal of becoming a teacher. To solidify my goal, I told everyone about it. To further convince myself it was the best choice for me, I researched, read, applied and was accepted to school, switched jobs to accommodate my back-to-school status a... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) Home organization tips: 24 of 32
Less Clutter, More ReliefThere will always be clutter that demands our attention, but there are ways to keep it out of sight and out of mind until absolutely necessary. Even more than that, there are also ways to make the process of dealing with paperwork and money matters more enjoyable.So now, kick back and relax with visio... More..