Thinking about going to college? Whether you’re a freshman or beyond, college comes with a whole new lingo. When chatting with professors, advisors or classmates, knowing the below eight terms will help you feel more confident. Here’s your quick guide to mastering the terms, which will help you crush your academic goals from day one:…
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3 Reasons to Move at Work
Whether at home or in the office, we spend a great deal of time working. For many, this comes with long hours of sitting. Did you know there are dangers to sitting for prolonged periods of time? Three dangers will be discussed below. Moving Around for Better Health 1. Many people are mindful of their…
3 Ways to Take Ownership at Your Work
Whether in the office or via remote work, we spend a huge chunk of our lives working, so it’s natural to want to take ownership of our positions. This article will show you three ways to do just that. Taking Ownership of Roles and Thriving 1. Looking ahead can help you greatly take ownership…
How to Claim Your Lost Cash
With all of the recent television coverage of banks collapsing in 2023, it may not be a bad idea to see if you have unclaimed money. Read further to find out how you can claim your unclaimed cash. Facts First If you are in need of extra cash, try searching right in your very own…
Ways to Prevent Junk Sleep
Junk sleep may be a regular part of your nightly bedtime routine, but it doesn’t have to be. The following delves deep into junk sleep and how to prevent it. Delving Into Junk Sleep Junk sleep, sleep that is neither long enough nor good enough quality to restore the brain to the level needed to…
3 Cyber Hygiene Best Practices
Do you practice cyber hygiene? What is cyber hygiene? According to Kaspersky Lab, “Cyber hygiene refers to the steps that users of computers and other devices can take to improve their online security and maintain system health.” Now for three cyber hygiene best practices. The Power of Three 1. Consider a change in mindset. Cyber…
8 Positive Attitude Quotes
Do celebs have difficult days? Sure they do. What’s their secret to being so successful? They may know how to put things in the proper perspective to thrive. Below are eight quotes from celebrities to help you keep a positive attitude. The Best Version of Themselves 1. “Yesterday is not ours to recover, but tomorrow…
3 Ways to Cut Your Home Energy Bills
With inflation and high gas prices, if you are like most people, you are looking for ways to reduce home energy bills to keep more money in your wallet. Don’t worry, you can have more money in your pocket by following the below energy-saving tips. Look for the Logo 1. Your favorite computer manufacturers, HP,…
The Truth About Freezing Your Credit
On August 17, 2021, T-Mobile disclosed a massive data breach. Do incidents like this make you wonder what you can do to protect your credit? Perhaps freezing your credit is an option. Read further to find out how you can take this preventative measure. The Big Freeze A credit freeze can protect you from identity…
3 Forms of Meditation
How many tasks do you have on your plate to complete today? If you are like me, you undoubtedly can benefit from one of the below three forms of mediation: guided meditation, Tai chi and mantra meditation. What is Meditation? According to an article published in the New York Times, meditation is a simple practice…
COVID-19: In the Read
COVID-19 may have left you with lots of extra time on your hands. Whether fiction, nonfiction, self-help or humor, why not allot certain portions of your day for time to read? Do you still read from physical books? With the advent of e-readers and other reading devices that burst onto the scene, to some, having…
3 Easy-to-Care-for Houseplants
What’s a five letter word that can brighten any living space? If you guessed plant, then you are correct. The following three plants are easy to maintain, which is great for any plant lover. Three or More Choices 1. Jade plants (Crassula ovata) are adored by many. These succulents have thick and lush leaves. The…
3 Ways to Host a Stress-Free Friendsgiving
Thanksgiving is a few days away. But, do you also celebrate Friendsgiving during this time? What is Friendsgiving? When did the term originate? How can I host one? Read further, as your questions will be answered. The Science Behind the Holiday As you may know, Friendsgiving is a combination of friend and Thanksgiving. Friendsgiving refers…
4 Ways to Go Green and Save
Green initiatives have been implemented across the globe. And, why shouldn’t they be? With everyone draining the earth of its precious resources and all. You don’t have to feel guilty for not doing your part. You can go green and save with the below tips. Green with Envy 1. Many conversations arise between friends, so…
7 Breakfast Must-Haves
For more than 75 years, Wheaties cereal has been hailed as the “Breakfast of Champions.” But, these seven foods are worthy of a gold medal, too, because they can provide you with the essential energy and nutrients you need to make it through the morning. Check them out. The Most Important Meal Nutritionists chide us…
WFH: One Practice, Infinite Ways to Increase Profitability
If you think working remotely (working from home or WFH) is not a top work trend within organizations, think again. In fact, American employees are working remotely for longer chunks of time, according to Gallup’s “State of the American Workplace Report.” The amount of workers who spent one day or less a week working remotely diminished…
3 Hacks to Add Oomph to Your New Year
Congratulations, you survived the holidays and made it through the first full week of the New Year! But, with the New Year, some want to develop and pursue new interests. You may be asking yourself, “How can I make this year better?” Try these three things and you may be pleasantly surprised with how you…
3 Ways to Give Your Closet a Makeover
We are just days into the year 2016, but what does this mean? It means there is still time to tackle those much dreaded household chores, such as organizing your closet. Martha Stewart is not the only person who can organize a mean closet, by following these three steps, your closet should be clutter-free in…
The Bare Bones Guide to Drones
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines a drone as an unmanned aircraft or ship guided by remote control or on board computers. But, what exactly is a drone that we use? The following should answer your question. Not a New Concept Some celebrities claim their privacy has been invaded by the presence of drones or unmanned aerial…
Satisfying Your Sweet Tooth: Popular Halloween Candy by State
Celebrating Halloween? Although many celebrate the day by dressing in costume and doling out batches of candy to the little ones, some do not participate in this occasion. The good news is this: You don’t have to go trick-or-treating to indulge in candy or learn more about it. Whether you take part in festivities on…
5 Ways to Yard Sale Success
Perhaps you are saving toward a family vacation, seeking to buy that flat screen television for the family room or sock away a few extra bucks for a rainy day. You can accomplish either of these goals by having a yard sale. Follow these five tips for yard sale success! A Buyer’s Market You drive…
On the Cheap: Saving Money
From a financial perspective, do you have extra money to funnel away every month? If you are like most of us, the answer is “no.” Saving money is no laughing matter, especially since a rainy day can occur at any given time. You may feel that you have countless bills to be paid every month…
3 Cloud Computing Technologies
Do you store documents and such in the cloud? What companies provide excellent cloud storage? Not to worry, everything will become crystal clear after reading this article. Taking Shape There are many cloud services out there and 99.99 percent of the time they can be overwhelming at first glance. But, three will be discussed in…
3 Ways to Become an Expert on Anything
Experts appear on television stations such as MSNBC, CNN and HLN, but how do people become experts on a topic anyway? If you want to become an expert follow these three steps. Take It As It Comes According to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary, an expert is defined as having or showing special skill or knowledge because of what you…
3 Ways to Master Pilates
Many people do not incorporate an exercise routine into their lifestyle for reasons such as lack of interest, lack of time and unawareness of how to do so. One exercise, Pilates, can be interesting to learn and worthwhile. Pilates is named after Joseph Pilates. Pilates is a form of physical and mental conditioning that was…
4 Ways to Protect Online Passwords
Whether for our home or office, we need passwords to gain access to some of our most important information, therefore, password protection is key. While the task can sometimes be time-consuming, there are steps that you can take to make this process less cumbersome. Four ways to protect your online passwords are included in this…
3 Diets for Balancing Your Weight
The Atkins Diet, Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, commercials about weight loss are a dime a dozen. Each diet claims to offer a solution to achieve the ideal weight. But, what are three beneficial diets that are not seen on television each day? Read further to find out. Eliminating the Pain From Dieting 1. You don’t…
Vacations on a Dime
From Sunday to Sunday, many may liken their life to the movie ‘Groundhog Day,’ starring actor Bill Murray. So, why not break up some of the monotony by traveling the world with a vacation? These tips will help you find your vacation on the fly, for a lot less than traditional prices. The Perfect Spot…
Vegan Versus Vegetarian
You know the drill: We wake-up in the morning, get dressed and find something to eat before starting our day. While being a vegan is not a new concept, many may benefit from becoming one. Oh, wait! What about opting to become a vegetarian? No worries, both topics are covered in this article. The Two…
3 Time Management Tips
Many days we have a heavier load of tasks to accomplish than other days, by which there are may things that need to be accomplished; some all at once. Now is the time to hone in on exactly what needs to be done first and sharpen your time management skills in the process. You can…
3 Ways To Shop Safely Online
For your significant other, your children, or for yourself, shopping online can be a great thing to do because you have a world of purchasing options right at your finger tips. But, do you know the correct way to shop online? If you don’t, you have come to the right place. Check out these three…
Old Man Winter Got You Down?
Mounds of snow on the ground that never seem to melt away for months at a time, treacherous driving conditions, having to brave blisteringly cold temperatures and bundling up in layers of clothing just to stay warm. Though spring is just around the corner, winter is absolutely miserable for many because they experience the blahs. Not to…
4 Anger Management Tips
Being stuck in traffic for a long period of time. A stressful encounter with a family member. How many times have you felt your blood levels spike this week? Twice, three times, maybe? Becoming angered over certain situations is a normal part of life. But, when you experience chronic anger, it can have serious consequences…
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