Whether through social media, television or the various other media outlets, we constantly hear things that are particularly interesting to us; some are rooted and grounded in pop culture, while others are not. Nonetheless, here are eight shocking moments that will forever remain on the minds of many. Or at least until the next moment temporarily erases…
Category: Lifestyle
6 Tattoo Removal Tips
Tattooing has been around for countless decades. But, what do you do when the tattoo of your dreams turns into a nightmare? That’s right, you want to remove your tattoo. The following will tell you the best ways to clear your canvas. Painting a Picture Why are people searching for ways to remove their tattoo?…
Headache or Migraine?
There aren’t enough hours in the day to devote to unearthing the difference between a headache and a migraine. There is just so much mounting information on these topics. However, a brief synopsis of these conditions is outlined below. How to Decipher You’ve spent months preparing for a presentation at your work, only to awake…
Winning with Water
Soda, juice, tea and hosts of other beverage options. If you were to survey a group of individuals about their beverage of choice, water just may not make the list. After all, it is odorless, colorless and tasteless, but it is necessary for the body to function as it should. Find out what its benefits…
3 Ways to Get More Bang for Your Buck
Washington, Lincoln and Hamilton. Can you stand to stretch your dollars a little further these days? You may be thinking that’s a silly question, we all can benefit from getting the most bang for our buck. You’ve found the right article to explain three ways on how to do just that. Counting Our Coins 1….
4 Infamous Malls for Fantastic Finds
The holidays are fast approaching. Do you shop for people on your list via Internet or do you set out on a journey to the mall with wall-to-wall shoppers? If you are more of a mall shopper, these four shopping centers may be just the places for you because they are large enough, with stores…
2 Dangerous Places to Use Debit Cards
Magicians all across the globe may be amazed at how some are able to successfully gain access to ones debit card information. We work hard for our earnings and this is exactly the reason why we should learn how to protect our money, especially when it comes to swiping our debit card. Which two places…
9 Most Fuel-Efficient Cars
One day they may be up and the next day they may be down, gas prices. As many feel the pain at the pump, there are nine cars that can lessen this agony because they offer the best fuel economy. From two-seater cars to midsize station wagons, take a look and see if the cars…
Money On the 1’s: Penny Stocks 101
Very few things in life are without its risks. Penny stocks, however, falls right into the risk category. What are penny stocks? And, how are they traded? Continue reading for the answers. A Penny for Your Thoughts There are many scams out there concerning money, but penny stocks, to some, is not one of them. The…
4 Healthy Dining Tips
Are you on a diet or just trying to eat healthier? For some, eating healthy and eating out may seem like an oxymoron, but it does not have to be one. By making the below four simple selections when choosing your menu items, you may just thank yourself later on, you won’t pack on the…
4 Secrets of Truly Happy People
One of the most popular quotes about happiness comes from author Stanley Gordon West, “Smile and the world smiles with you, cry and you cry alone.” Moreover, you can choose to be happy despite the trials and tribulations that will spring up in your life. You may just find your inner happy by following the…
The Multi-Faceted Lives of Introverts
From harnessing the power of social media to celebrity encounters, in today’s world the pressure is on to be an extrovert, rather than an introvert. And, many view introverts as being the ‘underdog,’ but is this really the case? Of course not, this is just one of the many misconceptions about this particular group of…
50 Of the Best Places to Live
We are just about to wrap-up the last leg of 2013, which means it’s already time to prepare for the year ahead. For some this may mean finding a new career path to embark on and for others it may mean starting over in a new city. But, where are the 50 best places to live…
2 Tips for a Rewarding Work/Life Balance
An old proverb says, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” In real life, we sometimes work only and don’t have time to play. However, it’s important to factor play into our lives to help keep a work/life balance. The following two tips illustrate just how important keeping a work/life balance is….
Going for the Gusto: Ending Procrastination in 5 Easy Steps
From our work to our personal lives, we can be forced to wear many hats on any given day. But, how many times have we said to ourselves, ”I’ll do it tomorrow?” The answer: Too many. There are two pluses to this situation; you can change any time you choose and at least you know…
The Exit Strategy
New Jersey is synonymous with beaucoup things. Most notably are Taylor Ham or pork roll, tomatoes, celebrities, politicians that have acquired a national platform and being a leader in high taxes for both homes and automobiles. But, now the ‘Garden State’ has the largest amount of fleeing residents, too. How so? The moving company United…
5 Ways to Better Sleep Hygiene
Tossing and turning all night, fluffing the pillow, pulling the cover over your head. Lack of sleep can have you feeling groggy and irritated in the morning; especially when you have a full day of things to plunge into. But, if you experience restlessness, there are five things you can do to get to la-la…
3 Ways to Solve the Dental Dilemma
Raise your hand if you enjoy visiting your dentist. If you are like most of us, your hand will remain down. In fact, most people do not go to the dentist regularly. Rather, they wait for a dental emergency to arise. Seeing your dentist every six months doesn’t have to be so unnerving, as long…
5 Ways to Keep Pounds Off
Untold amounts of time go into Jenny Craig, WeightWatchers and Nutrisystem ad campaigns and these organizations make untold amounts of money from those wishing to adopt a healthier lifestyle. But, there are five things you can do to assist yourself in the matter and stop yourself from gaining weight in the process. Taking Baby Steps …
3 Tricks for Selling Gold
Be it gold heirlooms handed down from generation to generation, that you want to sell or you are just eager to rid yourself of unwanted jewelry from a past relationship, there are ways to go about selling your treasures. In fact, three are discussed below. Selling on the Fly 1. The prices for gold are at…
One Unregulated Drug
The world is composed of many different kinds of people. And, some of us have developed both good and bad habits along the way. This article speaks to those who have one particular addiction, that of sugar. A Little Background Information First, what is an addiction? An addiction is a condition that results when a…
3 Ways to Boost Your Energy Level
Awake to a blaring alarm, drop the kids off to school, go to work. We’ve all felt physically drained at some point in time, especially after successfully completing a full day at our work, in order to get the job done. Why wouldn’t we? After all, we are not a robot that is capable of…
4 Tips for Flying the Friendly Skies, Faster
Roughly 1.8 million passengers pass through our nation’s airports in a single day. What does this mean? The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) works around the clock to ensure passengers safely reach their destinations and on time, too. Whether you are traveling domestically or internationally, you may want to think about these four points while at airport…
6 Top Franchises to Own
Some people don’t have to sit in a classroom at a college or university, under the tutelage of a professor, in order to earn top dollar. All they have to do is know what franchises they can invest in, that have the potential, to be their cash cow. What six franchises do you think may…
4 High-Growth, High-Paying Careers
On any given day our minds are subject to change, especially when it comes to career choices. Do you want to make more money? Of course, we all do. In that case, you may want to consider these four high-paying jobs that can be both lucrative and rewarding, too. All In a Day’s Work It’s…
Beat Boredom Three Times Over
Bored? We’ve all been there. With the multitudes of activities to partake in, you don’t have to stay that way for very long. Look into these three activities and your boredom may be banished, at least for the meantime, that is. Refusing to Be Bored 1. Singer Macy Gray sang the hit song, “Do Something,”…
A Crying Shame: Danger in the Inner-City
Violence continues to plague inner cities across the U.S. for reasons that are not exactly known. Especially hard-hit by increasing violence are the youth, problems that eventually spread to other areas of the globe, too. Below are the ‘Top 100 Most Dangerous Cities in the U.S.,’ according to NeighborhoodScout.com. It’s worth reviewing these statistics, as…
Taking Direction: 3 “Best Movies of 2012”
Whether “two thumbs up or two thumbs down,” legendary movie critics, Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert, have been giving us their take on movies for decades. What’s more, movie-going is a favorite pastime for many and it rakes in whopping bundles of cash at the box office, each year. On the flip side of things,…
Pearls of Wisdom
They say those closest to you are the ones who are likely to hurt you the most. But, should family members and friends who are alcoholics or those who exhibit other forms of substance abuse be held to the same standard? After all, alcoholism is a disease, right? The Matter At Hand Yes, it is extremely disheartening that your…
Paper, Paper, Go Away!
Adults have a never-ending laundry list of things that must be accomplished. Paying bills every month, check! Accumulating tons of papers throughout the years, check! What do you do with this now unwanted debris? Well, the answer may be a lot closer and simpler than you may think. Paper by the Pound Not many people…
Food for Thought
Hors d’Oeuvres, main courses, side dishes and dessert. Were you asked to bring a food item to an event? What unites people no matter the occasion? Food, that’s precisely right. Just as monetary gifts are widely favored for special occasions, so is food. Learn where to find the best food items below. Fantastic Food Finds…
Organic Food Showdown
You love your family, so it’s only right to want to feed them the best. That’s where organic food comes in. This method of cultivating food has gained massive amounts of press lately. And, here’s why. Comparing Apples to Oranges As previously stated, we hear the term “organic” tossed around a lot, but what does…
Sound the Alarm: 3 Alerts to Be Aware Of
Many different variables, both good and bad, make up our day on a day-to-day basis. There also are various alerts that have been implemented for our protection. Alerts are a signal that potential treats or danger may be lurking. Although there are handfuls of alerts you should be aware of, three are mentioned here. A…