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9 Ways to Get Your Wandering Mind Back on Track

Mind, Mindfulness

The human mind is an incredible thing, capable of awe-inspiring things. But it’s also very easily distracted from the pursuit of these lofty goals by such trivialities as celebrity gossip, photos of cats and daydreaming about vacations you might never be able to afford. That’s just the way our brains work; the neurons that fire the activity can only last for 12 seconds before needing to refuel, which opens up the possibility for distractions to get in. [Read more…] about 9 Ways to Get Your Wandering Mind Back on Track

Originally posted on April 9, 2018 @ 11:00 am

How Blogging Can Save You From Depression

Mental Health, Mind

Anxiety and depression affect almost every human being on earth. Sometimes, we are lonely, sometimes it’s an emotional trauma, whatever the cause, the cure is in most cases to become proactive and establish deep personal relationships with other people. Technology can be a double-edged sword in the fight against depression. If used for escapism, it can make you feel even worse. If you use it the right way to connect with people and communicate, then it can definitely heal you. Blogging, for instance, can be an effective vent of your feelings and emotions. The question is “How to start a blog that you can use for healing and monetization at the same time?“

Starting a blog is no longer something that a company or certain expert does in order to sell their product. A personal blog can help you heal, in fact, writing and expressing your self can improve your mental health. [Read more…] about How Blogging Can Save You From Depression

Originally posted on March 26, 2018 @ 9:05 am

How to Help Kids Deal with Grief

Family, Healing, Life, Spirit

The loss of a loved one is a devastating event for both children and adults. Following a loss, it’s perfectly natural to experience emotional turmoil and a wave of different feelings. A major part of dealing with death is the grieving process that allows us to accept that a person has died.

Since children are diverse in nature there is no single way that every child will experience the grieving process. It is dependent on a variety of factors such as age of the child and the bond the child had with the recently departed. One thing’s for sure though, during this difficult phase children need solid support from their parents and other adults in their life.

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Here is some practical advice parents can take to help kids deal with grief. [Read more…] about How to Help Kids Deal with Grief

Originally posted on March 23, 2018 @ 8:30 am

Wonderful Examples of Kindness

Inspiration, Life, Spirit

Feeling stuck in life is normal for many. When you have been going through the same motions for what feels like an eternity, it can easily wear on you. While you might feel like you have tried everything to break away from routine, there are probably still countless options you have not yet considered.

In many cases, feeling better about your own life is all about taking a moment to see how you can make a difference in someone else’s life. Acts of kindness can get you far and most of them do not require much from you. [Read more…] about Wonderful Examples of Kindness

Originally posted on March 14, 2018 @ 11:00 am

How To Help Friends And Family Members That Have Financial Problems

Family, Life

Times are tough so sooner or later we are going to have close friends and family members that become unemployed. Alternatively, they can end up injured and insurance does not cover medical bills. Responding when someone you love has financial problems is quite difficult simply because they might be too proud to accept help. Fortunately, there are different ways to help them out. Here are some ideas that you can always try.

Offer Cash Gifts

When short term cash flow difficulties appear, financial gifts are highly recommended. Just think about how much you can offer without ending up in a tight situation and offer that maximum all at once. Smaller gifts from time to time can also work. The idea is to be sure that the receiver understands the fact you are offering a gift. They can always visit instant payday loans direct lenders or similar for loans. Since you care, highlight that the money is a gift. [Read more…] about How To Help Friends And Family Members That Have Financial Problems

Originally posted on February 22, 2018 @ 2:19 am

Tricks for Fitness Motivation

Body, Movement & Fitness

Whether it’s a daily morning exercise regime, your local boxing class or an evening swim, motivating yourself to exercise can be a struggle in and of itself. The reality is though, once you’re out there and doing it, you always come home feeling much better than before.

The health benefits of keeping fit are endless and in recent years we have become more and more aware of them. The benefits range from improved mental health, an overall energy boost, a decreased likelihood of chronic diseases, better sleep, and of course weight loss. So with the undeniable good in exercise, why is it still impossible for a large majority of us to get motivated and go? For some people, it comes naturally, but for others it can be a constant struggle – especially when it comes to initially developing that habit. Rumour has it, it takes 21 days to make or break a habit. With that in mind, we’ve put together a few simple tips and tricks that will make you feel more motivated to get out there and start exercising regularly.

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Originally posted on February 21, 2018 @ 4:09 am