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- DSLR vs. Smartphone Photography - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2018 from Niharika Chopra“Photography has nothing to do with Cameras.” – Lucas Gentry. Photography is all about the perfect blend of focus, exposure and composition while capturing a moment. Nothing beats the convenience of a smartphone camera, but a DSLR offers a DSLR offers significantly more functions. But if you ...
Views: 1044 - What Is the One Thing Harder to Do Than Making Money? - by Submitted on May 03, 2018 from Rhett KniepHolding on to money is more difficult than making money. Money in your hand is slippery, and very difficult to grasp. Have you ever experienced this phenomena? Read the stories of lottery winners. Read the sad stories of common people suddenly getting massive windfalls. The vast majority of ...
Views: 1492 - Time and Eternity - Cousins, But Not Brothers - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2018 from Rhett KniepTime and eternity are related concepts, but different. They are not, as many believe, opposite sides of the same coin, so to speak. So we naturally ask ourselves: how can we define these concepts? If you have ever thought about it, you realize everything we understand is because we understand ...
Views: 1086 - Top 5 places to Find Coupons in the US - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2018 from Tori UtleyYou know that two of the ways to improve your profit margin is to save money on buying your products and attract more customers; knowing where to find coupons in the US to save you money can let you meet both objectives. Even if you get a discount from a wholesaler or your shipper, you can still ...
Views: 1001(1 vote) - 4 Ways to Get Your Engine to Start on a Cold Day - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Dixie SomersWith the weather getting colder, you will need to put in place a number of measures to ensure you enjoy the same comfort and convenience you are used to. One of the factors to be mindful of is that your car engine may fail to start during the cold months of winter. Since there are days when you ...
Views: 1227 - 5 Easy Ways to De-Ice Your Windshield in Cold Weather - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2017 from Dixie SomersFor people in many parts of the country, one of the worst parts of winter weather is getting out early to warm up the car and start scraping and de-icing the windshield. There are some practical ways to make this chore easier, however. Here are five tips to de-ice the windshield as the ...
Views: 1220 - Privacy and Phone Monitoring - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The internet and cell phones have completely changed the world. Whether it is kids having the ability to watch funny videos of animals on YouTube or them finding out how to solve a rubik’s cube, the internet has given them unparalleled access to information. Since the internet provides such a ...
Views: 1448 - The Good and Bad of Classroom Technology - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Background Stats Prior to the advent of cellphones and laptops, kids were the biggest distractions to each other in the classroom. They would pass notes and talk over the teacher, but technology has significantly changed the source of where they are becoming unfocused. Getting distracted by ...
Views: 1563 - Teenage Sleep Deprivation - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Sleep. It is something we need and love. However, we deprive ourselves from it almost everyday. Unfortunately, teenagers are doing the same. The main reason for that may be another thing we love-- our phones. Lack of sleep can cause long term health effects and can negatively affect our ...
Views: 1419 - Phone Monitoring- What Should I Tell My Kids? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Parents! You have decided to monitor your kid’s phone. They are not entirely the most enthusiastic about this, and they are wondering why you have decided to do this to them since their friends’ parents don’t do it. However, they are actually mistaken. Many stats from the Pew Research Center ...
Views: 1391 - Risks of the Internet - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Just like anything else in the world, the internet can be a dangerous place- especially for kids. As a parent, there are multiple risks associated with your kid going on the internet. Ranging from anything like cyberbullying to online predators, these are dangers that many parents are not ...
Views: 1349 - Finding a Balance - Privacy vs Monitoring Your Child’s Device - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Raising children is difficult, and often means striving to strike a perfect balance. They need to eat their vegetables, but a cookie here or there won’t hurt. They need to do well at school, but you don’t want to push them too hard. You want them to become independent, but they’re still children ...
Views: 1420 - Cell Phone Agreements - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Parents! Your kid is starting to struggle in school. You don’t know exactly why, but you may think it is because of their phone. Parents want the best for their kids, and your mindset of phones negatively affecting kids is not completely unfounded. The numbers are also in your favor. Teenagers ...
Views: 1368 - 3 Real Triggers That Get Us All To Reach For The Phones - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonHaving you been talking to a friend lately, only to have the conversation constantly interrupted as one or both of you grab for your phone? While we know this isn’t polite behavior, many of us do it anyway. I looked into why this was and found there are three distinct triggers that go off ...
Views: 1307 - The Strategies Hackers And Techies Use When Their Kids Play Online - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonYes, even hackers care what their children do online. As for those who are immersed in the technology industry, their caution concerning the online activities of their children makes sense as well; as people highly invested in tech, they know exactly what lurks on the internet. Yet not all ...
Views: 1298 - The Strategies Hackers And Techies Use When Their Kids Play Online - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonYes, even hackers care what their children do online. As for those who are immersed in the technology industry, their caution concerning the online activities of their children makes sense as well; as people highly invested in tech, they know exactly what lurks on the internet. Yet not all ...
Views: 1772 - Phones and Technology in the Classroom - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Background Statistics Before cell phones were invented, kids were the biggest distractions to each other in the classroom. Things like passing each other notes and talking over the teacher were prevalent, but the source of students’ distractions has significantly changed with the advent of ...
Views: 1371 - How to Get Ahead in Life and Leave the Rat Race - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2017 from Will ChouWealth and success mean different things to different people. Yet there’s plenty of people with millions of dollars who are still unfulfilled, unpassionate, burned out, or not living a life they enjoy. In this article, I want to share with you 7 things I have learned in studying truly ...
Views: 1680(1 vote) - WORDS ARE WICKED - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2017 from William CottringerWORDS ARE WICKED By Bill Cottringer “In the End, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends,” ~Martin Luther King, Jr. For over 50-years now, I have worked in criminal justice as a law enforcement officer, prison warden and a security manager, and ...
Views: 1306 - Internet Safety Facts Parents Should Know About - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The internet is such a part of our everyday lives now. In fact, we probably don’t even give it second thought. If you want the answer to something, just google it. How convenient! Your children’s generation is the first to grow up with this advanced access. It’s no surprise if they know more ...
Views: 1320 - Three magic words for depression and tough times - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2017 from Andy KayIf you've never experienced depression, consider yourself lucky. But show me one human being who does not profess to at least having been upon hard times, and I'll show you a liar. (Well, either that or one lucky bastard.) Even the bigshots, the Sylvester Stallones and Tony Robbinses of ...
Views: 1241 - Software Company in Indore - by Submitted on May 29, 2017 from abitcorp seoABIT CORP develops customized software we are a youthful, energetic web,software,mobile app development company based in Indore, India. We have been building quality websites and web applications for nearly a decade, working with companies of all sizes and across a wide range of ...
Views: 976 - How To Edit Privacy Settings On Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and WhatsApp - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Though the joy and benefits of social media can most certainly not be ignored but there are certain privacy risks that need to taken into consideration as well. Whether you’re a private individual or a socialite; an over-sharing adult or a secretive teen; you should be aware of your privacy ...
Views: 1271 - How To Edit Privacy Settings On Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and WhatsApp - by Submitted on May 11, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Though the joy and benefits of social media can most certainly not be ignored but there are certain privacy risks that need to taken into consideration as well. Whether you’re a private individual or a socialite; an over-sharing adult or a secretive teen; you should be aware of your privacy ...
Views: 1395 - The Most important Word for Success - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2017 from Usama MalikIt’s not work. It’s not money. It’s not luck and it’s not network. It’s, why. Not who, when, what or how. Why. To succeed in life, you need much more than believe. To say that you believe only means that you have doubt in the first place. Believe can only exist where there is ...
Views: 945 - Teaching Our Children That Attitude Is Everything - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonIn this day and age we are obsessed with discovering where our children measure up against their peers. We want to know how their test scores compare, whether their growth percentiles measure up, and how their IQ scores compare to their classmates. Not only can so much pressure be hard on our ...
Views: 1305 - 10 Best Catholic Colleges v 9 Billionaires Who Didn't Graduate High School: What Is Higher Education? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2017 from Richard RuhlingThough USA Today included Georgetown University in the10 Best Catholic Colleges, they failed to mention a recent example—a Georgetown professor, Jonathan Brown, a convert to Islam, told an Islamic group “there is no such thing as slavery.” It makes one wonder where higher education is going with ...
Views: 1689 - The Neurobiological Element To Addiction and What Can Be Learned About Sobriety - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonAddiction has been considered a disease by medical science rather than a character flaw for decades. In spite of that belief, it is only recently that we have been seeing real studies that back up this claim, providing us with a scientific basis for the brain-addiction connection. We can ...
Views: 4157 - Taking Your Life Back: The Power of Intentionality - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2016 from Rachael MurpheyTaking Your Life Back: The Power of Intentionality We don’t grow automatically, John Maxwell says. We only grow older. The human brain is wired to accomplish tasks as efficiently as possible. Our default setting is neutral. Most of us spend most our lives with autopilot engaged. The winds ...
Views: 1955 - How To Prolong the Life of Your Batteries - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2017 from Marta KaliWe use it every day We all in batteries in our everyday lives, but everybody hate spending money on them. But there are ways to save money and even recondition all types of old batteries and bring them back to 100% of their working condition. The system I’m writing about tells you how to do it ...
Views: 1488(1 vote) - Telesky Shopping – Letting You Find the Perfect Gifts for Your Loved Ones This Holiday Season - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Harshad JethraMost of us are nowadays enjoying our year end break. Most of the times, this is all about relaxing, feasting, attending a party, and maybe dancing to some groovy music. Alternately, this is a fine time to catch up with friends and family. We all think about gifting during Christmas and New ...
Views: 1312 - How Do You Define Success? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2016 from Mitra ShahidiHow do you define success? Is it about wealth? Is it about power? Is it about happiness? Success means something different to every person, like beauty, it exists in the eye of the beholder. It depends on every one of us to determine what success means to us and do something to bring it forth ...
Views: 1264 - Positively Impact All Relationships in your Life - by Submitted on May 27, 2016 from Nancy Gentle BoudrieChoosing the journey of self-discovery is no easy feat. Spending quiet time with self in reflection and meditation allows us to explore who we truly are. We begin to evaluate, hopefully from a detached space or observational standpoint, what we like about ourselves and what we don’t. To change, ...
Views: 1354 - It's Important To See Beauty Beyond The Physical - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2016 from Nelu MbinguWe are taught that beauty is only skin-deep, that we can be happy and successful even if we do not meet societies ideals of beauty. But unfortunately, recent research shows that people who are considered more attractive do indeed have an advantage over those who's looks are not considered as ...
Views: 2086(1 vote) - The Power of Changing Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Ascendance ProjectThis article was based off this quote: "Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself." - Rumi When I was younger, I took it upon myself to try and solve other people’s problems, most of the time, “problems” did not involve me. I ...
Views: 1569 - Global Destruction - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2016 from Ascendance ProjectHere's the link to the deep photo this article was based on http://40.media.tumblr.com/ea448c93cdf63e647f3ea0ee5bcc638e/tumblr_nw93zdCVEp1uio95ao3_1280.jpg Now, let's begin with the article ;) The world just keeps getting crazier as time goes on. I wonder why? I see a lot of ...
Views: 1509 - Heroes VS Villains - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2016 from Ascendance ProjectEveryone loves superhero films. I’m not sure about you but I sure do! Whether you’re a fan of the righteous heroes or the witty villains, we all can agree that the never ending battle between good and evil can be really entertaining. But have you ever realised that most of the time these so ...
Views: 1546 - When To Give Help And Advice And When Not To - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2016 from Suzanne ZachariaWhen should we give help or advice and when should we bite our tongue and let the matter be? It is a hard call sometimes. What to do when faced with an urge to say or do something which we perceive to be helpful, even essential? But is it really? How can we really tell? We all want to help ...
Views: 1691 - The HUGE Difference Between Right, Wrong and the Truth - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2016 from Ascendance ProjectMost of the time, we are busy trying to categorize what we do either as right or wrong. We often tend to glorify the good and shun the bad and whomever that practices it. So where does the “TRUTH” come in? Here’s an example: Let’s say you watch the following example on a show or something ...
Views: 1615 - Do I Need a Guru? - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2015 from Amanda Dobra HopeAmanda Dobra Hope It depends, what do you want one for? Are you looking for a guru? A spiritual teacher? Finding a great teacher on our path is a tremendous boost when we are looking to grow spiritually in an exponential way. However, when seeking a guru or teacher, choose carefully, ...
Views: 1446 - IQ v/s EQ – Understanding their importance based on the differences - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2015 from Vaishnavi AgrawalIntelligence Quotient or IQ We all are well aware of IQ or Intelligence Quotient which is parameter used to determine academic abilities of an individual. IQ score is derived based on several standardized tests designed to access intelligence. It tells about person’s ability to learn, ...
Views: 2209 - Myths and You - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2015 from Jesse An Nichols GeorgeHave you ever come to a point where you feel like everything you learned wasn’t true? Have you wondered about all that “well-intentioned” guidance along the way? Have you ever came to a point where you wondered who you really were? It seems to often happen a bit later in life; maybe the ...
Views: 1434 - Mindfulness Practice - Why Do It? Ideas From A Mindfulness Coach - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2015 from Brook MontagnaIf you are new to mindfulness practice, congratulations on finding one of the most powerful practices for a better life! I know this because I began mindfulness practice and study over 20 years ago and have worked with 100s of clients to change their lives through mindfulness practice, and all ...
Views: 1312 - Do you have Good Ideas? Or Thoughts? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2015 from Lucas ThomasA thought experiment is when you have an idea and take that idea to its logical end through rules and parameters that already exist or develop as the thought experiment matures. Mostly through conversation and the use of verbal experimentation and arguments. The purpose of having thought ...
Views: 1519 - What Did Jesus Really Mean? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2015 from craig lock ("incorrigible encourager and people-builder")Article Title: What Did Jesus Really Mean? from http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/what-did-jesus-really-mean-0 and http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/what-did-jesus-really-mean Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spiritual Growth, Faith, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, ...
Views: 1676 - Lessons Learned From The Naked Neighbor - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2015 from Royce GomezOn a Saturday night at home while relaxing with friends, things turned interesting quickly. A dog showed up at the house. In an attempt to find the rightful owner and return the dog, we knocked on the door of the rightful owner and a naked man opened the door. This was the start of an ...
Views: 2101 - Lessons Learned From The Naked Neighbor - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2015 from Royce GomezOn a Saturday night at home while relaxing with friends, things turned interesting quickly. A dog showed up at the house. In an attempt to find the rightful owner and return the dog, we knocked on the door of the rightful owner and a naked man opened the door. This was the start of an ...
Views: 1620 - Lessons Learned From The Naked Neighbor - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2015 from Royce GomezOn a Saturday night at home while relaxing with friends, things turned interesting quickly. A dog showed up at the house. In an attempt to find the rightful owner and return the dog, we knocked on the door of the rightful owner and a naked man opened the door. This was the start of an ...
Views: 1569 - Lessons Learned From The Naked Neighbor - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2015 from Royce GomezOn a Saturday night at home while relaxing with friends, things turned interesting quickly. A dog showed up at the house. In an attempt to find the rightful owner and return the dog, we knocked on the door of the rightful owner and a naked man opened the door. This was the start of an ...
Views: 1570 - How to Trust Your Inner Voice - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2015 from Nancy Gentle BoudrieI explore the depth of quietness that resides within and there I connect to my Higher Source. It is there I ask myself life questions and wait patiently to receive the answers or the guidance needed. Surrender all skepticism and doubt. Trust what you experience in the stillness. Move forward, ...
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