The Secret to Staying Active at Midlife
A recent study confirms what you may have suspected. Adults tend to become much less active as they reach their midlife years. Researchers at the University of Texas have completed the first large scale study of activity levels among subjects 38 to 50 years old. As they followed them for ten years, they expected that […]
5 Ways to Get Yourself to Eat More Veggies
Most doctors and health professionals will agree: there are no foods that are healthier than vegetables. Trouble is, most people find that eating vegetables on a daily basis is challenging. Think back to when you were a child, slapping the broccoli out of your parent’s hands. You weren’t into veggies in the first place. Getting […]
Top 10 Strategies to Get the Respect You Deserve
Respect comes in two forms: self-respect and respect from others. These two types of respect, however, are intertwined. Consider what happens when you lack self-respect. You are on the losing end of every relationship. You’re more willing to indulge in negative habits. People treat you like a doormat. Your life and environment are often in […]
Feel Great by Getting Organized and Energized
Few things are as emotionally draining as living a life that’s out of control. We become accustomed to living this way and fail to realize there’s a better way. With a few simple tips, you can gain control over your life and your sanity. Some of us have a natural knack for keeping our lives […]
12 Benefits of Keeping a Journal
Some people find journaling appealing while others think it sounds like an incredibly boring activity. If you don’t currently write in a journal regularly, you might want to reconsider. There are numerous benefits to recording your thoughts, life, and aspirations on a daily basis. Journaling can help your memory, problem-solving ability, achievement, emotional health, and […]
9 Tips for Balancing Work and Home
Balancing home and work is a constant battle. It seems that one suffers while the other thrives. It’s not an easy balancing act, but it can be done. The key is to make the most of your time, get help, maximize your resources, and eliminate non-essential activities that don’t provide enjoyment.Consider these ideas: Avoid wasting […]
6 Strategies That Help You Keep the Promises That You Make to Yourself
Can you trust yourself? How many times have you promised yourself you were going to save money, lose weight, or clean out the junk drawer in the kitchen? You’ve likely made thousands of promises to yourself and broken the majority of them. You do this every day. It can be as simple as saying, “I’m […]
Make Inner Changes For Outer Changes You’ll Like
We spend too much energy trying to change our world directly. While it’s possible to force yourself to behave in a certain way, it’s nearly impossible to maintain if you don’t make the necessary inner changes to support that behavior. Otherwise, life would be so easy! We would all eat healthy food, go to the […]
Determine Your Own Definition of Success
Many people believe that money is the ultimate success. However, there are many wealthy people that are utterly miserable. Maybe success is about more than just money. You can define success for yourself. Is success about money? It can be if that’s what you choose. It can also be about something else. You can set […]
Discover The Power of Taking Chances
One of the best ways to make positive changes to your life is to take more risks. Life is more exciting and rewarding when you’re willing to put yourself out there and take a few chances. Plus, successful people take more risks than unsuccessful people. With a little practice, you’ll find that taking a chance […]