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- Choosing Faux Panels for Decoration - by Submitted on May 26, 2022 from Jessica McMohenThere’s nothing better than real stone when it comes to decor, right? But, what happens when you don’t want to spend a fortune? You opt for faux panels, of course. This is a much cheaper alternative, so if you want to learn more about faux panels, then keep on reading. What Are Faux Stone ...
Views: 437 - When are Warranties Worth Buying in Your Company? - by Submitted on May 01, 2022 from Jessica McMohenDo you ever wonder which warranties are worth buying when you acquire new equipment for your business? Have you ever paid for an extended warranty on top of the manufacturer’s warranty and wondered if it was worth the cost? Warranties might be worth it if you cash in The thing about ...
Views: 500 - 3 Ways to Build a Private Home Office Quickly and Easily - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2021 from Jessica McMohenAre you working remotely or self-employed? If so, do you have a dedicated office space to work from? Whether you’re new to working from home or it’s been your regular gig for a while, it’s essential to have an office. Dedicated office space in your home will give you a quiet space to work ...
Views: 491 - 5 Secrets to Boosting Your Creativity - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2021 from Jessica McMohenIf you’ve been operating under the assumption that you’re either a creative person or you’re not, it’s time to correct this faulty line of thinking. While it’s true that some people are naturally born with a predisposition toward creative thinking, the reality is ...
Views: 601 - Is CBD Right For You? 5 Groups That Can Benefit From CBD - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2020 from Jessica McMohenCBD may be a popular wellness trend, but that doesn’t mean it’s just for hip, young people. In fact, many of the people with the greatest potential to benefit from these products are older, disabled, or otherwise on the margins. Because CBD oil can provide pain relief, minimize ...
Views: 787 - Can Collagen Supplements Help Manage Joint Pain? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2020 from Jessica McMohenMaintaining joint health is a common concern among adults, with many worried about developing pain or arthritis as they age – and with good reason. According to the CDC, more than 22% of adults have received an arthritis diagnosis, with that number expected to reach 26% by 2040, and that ...
Views: 908(1 vote) - Why Forcing Yourself to be Uncomfortable is the Key to Growth - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2020 from Jessica McMohenWe all like comfort. We seek a lot of different things – including sex, money, relationships, cars, houses, and jobs – to fulfill this deep-seated desire to be comfortable. Yet if you look closely at the heart of comfort, you’ll ultimately discover failure. The Problem With ...
Views: 923 - 5 Reasons Smoking Cigarettes Blocks Your Spiritual Development - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2020 from Jessica McMohenAre you on a spiritual quest to become a better version of yourself and share that bliss with others? Are you struggling to quit smoking? If you’re serious about spiritual growth, smoking cigarettes will create numerous obstacles on your path. Here are 5 gentle reminders to use as ...
Views: 821 - Warning! Unexamined Habits are Sabotaging Your Self-Growth - by Submitted on May 13, 2020 from Jessica McMohenAre you sabotaging your self-growth efforts unknowingly by indulging in habits with an unknown impact? All of our habits have a far-reaching impact on other people and the planet. Self-improvement is rooted in examining your thoughts, ideas, and habits and rooting out ineffective behaviors ...
Views: 856 - 8 Healthy Tips for Distance Runners - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2019 from Jessica McMohenAmateur designers often assume that consumers and internet users want complexity, when in fact most are seeking simplicity. As you refine your web and graphic design skills, take the time to explore the concept of negative space and how it can be leveraged for maximum visual impact. What is ...
Views: 1393 - Why Training Is A Must When Changing Careers - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2019 from Jessica McMohenAre you thinking about changing careers? If so, you’re standing at an exciting crossroads, but also a potentially frightening one. After all, you’ve already found a professional path, and while it may not be ideal, giving it up can put you in a precarious position. Luckily, there’s a way ...
Views: 1174 - The Slow Journey To Recovery After A Car Accident - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2019 from Jessica McMohenWhen we talk about car accidents, we often frame the accident itself as the big event – the terrible thing that happened. In reality, though, a car accident is a second in time, but what really changes people’s lives is the aftermath. Injuries stemming from car accidents can have ...
Views: 1032 - How to Find the Right Care Facility for a Loved One With Alzheimer’s - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2019 from Jessica McMohenIf you have a loved one who suffers from Alzheimer’s or dementia, selecting the right long-term care facility can be difficult. And if you don’t know exactly what to look for, it can feel a lot like comparing apples to oranges. Basic Alzheimer’s Care Options It’s believed that there are ...
Views: 1030 - 5 Ways to Stay Motivated When Your Willpower Dwindles - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2019 from Jessica McMohenMotivation is a peculiar thing. It comes in waves and can quickly subside without much warning. All it takes is one factor or shift in mentality and it’s gone. On the flip side, it only takes one domino to fall to set motivation back into motion. How to Capture Willpower and Stay ...
Views: 973 - Enrich Your Self-Improvement Journey Through Volunteering - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2018 from Jessica McMohenEver since the late 1980s, people have been swarming the self-improvement section in bookstores. Today, they’re checking the bestseller lists on Amazon for the latest and greatest strategies from people like Tony Robbins, Deepak Chopra, and Eckhart Tolle. While many self-help authors ...
Views: 1051 - How to Stop Wasting Time and Increase Your Daily Productivity - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2018 from Jessica McMohenEvery person gets 24 hours in a day. Some people use their time wisely, while others let it slip away. If you’ve ever wondered why you can’t seem to get as much done in the day as others around you do, it’s time to rethink your approach. You aren’t a victim of some ...
Views: 1195 - How to Get the Most Money for Your Junk Car - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2018 from Jessica McMohenJust because you’re junking your car, doesn’t mean you should be lazy about the process. If you want to maximize your ROI and get the most money you possibly can for your vehicle, there are some important steps you must take. Otherwise, you could end up getting ripped off. 4 ...
Views: 1512 - Apologizing To Your Child When You’re Wrong Makes You Both Better Leaders - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2018 from Jessica McMohenKids learn by example, whether or not those examples are set intentionally. Children absorb every aspect of their environment including sounds, smells, and the words and actions of adults around them. Kids pay close attention to how adults treat each other and tend to mimic their actions ...
Views: 1150 - How Does Social Media Influence Teen Drug Use? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2018 from Jessica McMohenDrug abuse among teens has been declining over the past two decades across the United States and Australia, but despite record low numbers, parents, healthcare professionals, and tech experts have recently coalesced around a new concern: social media as a gateway to drug use. As teens ...
Views: 1740 - 5 Workout Ideas for Rainy Days - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2018 from Jessica McMohenAs a kid, rainy days were always the worst. You’d wake up excited to play outside, only to find you’d be staying inside until the skies cleared up. While frustrating, these constraints often led to the greatest creativity. Knowing that playing outside wasn’t an option ...
Views: 1371 - Tapping Into the Lost Art of Privacy in the Noisy 21st Century - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2018 from Jessica McMohenHow many internet-connected devices do you have in your home? Do some of them have cameras? How many different computers, phones, and smart devices can track your location? Which social media websites have recorded your personal information? How many of your followers know where you ...
Views: 1104 - Listening to Your Gut: 6 Things Your Stomach Is Trying to Tell You - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2018 from Jessica McMohenYou’ve probably heard the phrase “go with your gut” or “gut reaction.” You’ve probably made decisions based on this “gut feeling.” And you’ve probably experienced the sensation of knots or butterflies in your stomach. Your gut really ...
Views: 1340 - 5 Things You Should Be Doing to Protect Your Business Online - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2018 from Jessica McMohenCybersecurity is a hot topic among major organizations, but do you give it much thought for your small business? You might not realize it but small businesses are a primary target for cyber attacks. According to the Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report published in the final quarter ...
Views: 1653 - 4 Natural and Healthy Ways to Deal With Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2018 from Jessica McMohenEvery human who has ever lived has experienced pain in some form or fashion. However, in most cases, pain comes and goes. You twist an ankle and it’s sore for a few days, but then it gets better. You have a headache for a couple of hours and then it goes away. You give birth to a ...
Views: 2041 - Exploring the Health Benefits of Giving Up Alcohol - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2018 from Jessica McMohenFor many people, alcohol consumption is just a normal part of life. A cocktail after work, a beer with friends at a baseball game, a glass of wine with dinner…it’s just something you do. You aren’t alone, either. According to data from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and ...
Views: 1582 - Why We Need to Improve How We Talk About Mental Illness (and How to Do It) - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2018 from Jessica McMohenOur culture has come a long way on the road to recognizing and overcoming mental illness, but there’s still much work to do to improve overall understanding and acceptance. With 43.8 million adults in the United States suffering from mental illness in a given year, the problem isn’t going away ...
Views: 1156 - 4 Things to Know if You’re Thinking About Investing in Bitcoin - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2018 from Jessica McMohenYou can’t get on social media these days without seeing someone post an article, video, or comment about Bitcoin. This groundbreaking cryptocurrency is enjoying its fair share of attention and probably has you wondering, should I get involved? What is Bitcoin? For starters, it’s important ...
Views: 1140 - 7 Dating Resolutions to Improve Your Love Life and Happiness in 2018 - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2018 from Jessica McMohenFor millions of single Americans, the dating world is more frustrating than enjoyable; bad dates, bad habits, and loneliness can encroach on daily life and make it hard to find a match and/or be happy with yourself, both of which are important to single people looking for love. ...
Views: 1210 - 5 Signs You May Be a Functioning Alcoholic - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2017 from Jessica McMohenAlcoholism is a disease that can seriously hinder your ability to function. It can also have significant physical repercussions, including liver damage, weight gain, cancer, diabetes, and other serious illnesses. Every year, more than 88,000 people die from alcoholism. Fortunately, the ...
Views: 2276 - Could Sobriety be the Key to Unlocking Health and Happiness in Your Life? - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2017 from Jessica McMohenMillions of Americans drink alcohol on a regular basis. Most do it in moderation, while others practice unhealthy habits like binging. Most people assume they aren’t dependent on alcohol for anything, but take it away and they get angry, agitated, or hurt. Regardless of whether or not you ...
Views: 1500 - Avoiding The Debt Trap: Why Payday Loans Spell Financial Trouble - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2017 from Jessica McMohenFor many Americans living paycheck to paycheck, payday loans are the only bridge keeping them financially afloat. Unfortunately, very quickly, payday loans can dig you into far deeper debt. Because of the astronomical interest rates associated with these loans, the cost of using them is far ...
Views: 1724 - How Much Control Do You Have Over Your Sleep Habits? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2017 from Jessica McMohenMillions of Americans don’t get the recommended amount of sleep each night. It’s recommended that adults get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep every night, but in reality, 40 percent of us get less than that. Lack of sleep impacts our daily performance, our feelings of wellness, and of course, both ...
Views: 1552 - 5 Signals That You Need Alcohol Rehab - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2017 from Jessica McMohenAddiction is a tough issue to confront. Even when you know that you’re dealing with an alcohol addiction, it’s not something you want to reflect on or talk about. It’s certainly not something you want to muster up the energy to fight. More than 15 million Americans have some sort of alcohol use ...
Views: 1469 - 5 Tips for Avoiding Social Media Hacking and Malware Attempts - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2017 from Jessica McMohenNearly every day, you may see a friend post on social media that he or she was recently hacked. In fact, nearly two-thirds of people who have social media accounts say they’ve experienced an account breach. But if you’re like most people, you do little if anything to prevent it. Like millions ...
Views: 1546 - How to Emotionally Recover From Bankruptcy - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2017 from Jessica McMohenIf you owned a failed business, accumulated more debt than you could handle, or suffered some sudden expenditure, you may have had to file for bankruptcy. Bankruptcy has a number of logistical side effects, including crashing your credit score for up to 10 years, but some of the worst effects ...
Views: 1637 - 5 Things You Should Know About Property Investing - by Submitted on May 23, 2017 from Jessica McMohenThe purchase of an investment property is a move that’s recommended by successful investors all over the world. Most high-profile investors have at least one real estate holding to diversify their portfolio. Investors love real estate for many reasons. First, real property is often more ...
Views: 1428 - Want to Make More Money? Make These 5 Lifestyle Changes - by Submitted on May 19, 2017 from Jessica McMohenDo you want to make more money? Of course you do. But you don’t have to win the lottery to make more income, nor do you have to suffer through years of formal education to guarantee yourself a higher salary. In fact, there are a handful of basic lifestyle changes you can make—some of which can ...
Views: 1119 - 4 Ways to Quickly Increase Your Credit Score - by Submitted on May 10, 2017 from Jessica McMohenIs your credit score far from where you want it to be? Did you recently get turned down for a credit card or loan offer? Or are you hoping to buy a house soon and know that you won’t get a favorable interest rate? While it’s virtually impossible to boost your credit score over night, raising ...
Views: 1471 - 5 Ways to Motivate Yourself When You Feel Stuck - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2017 from Jessica McMohenWe’ve all experienced the feeling of being stuck. Some of us find ourselves in these ruts more often than not. But when you find yourself in a rut, the best thing you can do is look for a way out. The more you wallow, the more likely that you’ll be stuck for a long time. And when it comes to ...
Views: 1144(1 vote) - 4 Practical Tips for Becoming Less Judgmental - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2017 from Jessica McMohenHave you ever paused to reflect on the many thoughts you have throughout the course of a given day? You’d probably cringe at the idea of someone else being able to see these ponderings. That’s because most of us are intrinsically judgmental. When Judgment Becomes Dangerous Judgment is ...
Views: 1287 - 7 Strategies for Voicing Your Opinion More Often (and Why It's Important) - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2017 from Jessica McMohenIf you’re like the majority of working professionals, you’re shy about voicing your opinion. You might deliberately avoid situations where participation is mandatory, remain silent in group discussions, or simply say what you think people want you to say rather than telling them what you really ...
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