All of us want to save more money, right? You’ve probably tried all the fancy tricks but can't seem to save more than a couple of bills each week. Many of us are taught the traditional methods -- things like looking for inexpensive gas or buying clothes that are built to last ‒ but for some reason none of these seem to make a change that is enough for us. Have you ever thought about changing your diet to save more money? Think about it - besides your home and car, your diet is … [Read More...] about Changing Your Diet to Save Money
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Who Else Wants to Exercise Without Getting Sore?
You walk out of the gym congratulating yourself for completing a tough workout, but the real struggle starts the next day. That’s when your shoulders stiffen, and your lower back aches. These symptoms are called delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Experts used to believe that it was due to lactic acid building up. However, now there’s general agreement that inflammation is the culprit. Whatever the cause, you can find relief. Use these suggestions to prevent muscle soreness or speed up … [Read More...] about Who Else Wants to Exercise Without Getting Sore?
Dealing with the Critics in Your Life
Whether you’re trying to save the world, lose 20 pounds, write a novel, or master a video game, there will be at least one person in your life trying to drag you across the coals for it. There’s no way to live a meaningful life without critics, naysayers, and haters. They’re part of the human experience. However, it’s your job to not allow them to stop you from living your life. Follow these strategies to avoid allowing the critics in your life to influence you: 1. Find your purpose. If you … [Read More...] about Dealing with the Critics in Your Life
Inner Strength is Within Your Grasp
Not many people are as emotionally strong as they’d like to be. Our inner strength is frequently the limiting factor in our lives. If we were just a little tougher mentally, we’d be willing to try more, and we’d accomplish more. Inner strength makes molehills out of mountains. Every obstacle is less likely to be insurmountable if you possess a high degree of inner strength. It’s not necessary to be born mentally tough. You can develop this quality in yourself. Grow your inner strength and … [Read More...] about Inner Strength is Within Your Grasp
How to Stop Feeling Guilty
Unless you’re a psychopath, you’re going to feel guilty occasionally. Guilt is like failure in a way. Guilt is just an undesirable outcome that you can choose to learn from. Failure usually just impacts you. Guilt is usually the result of harming someone else. With guilt, you’re not the only one that was potentially harmed. Guilt is uncomfortable, but hardly fatal. Use these techniques to get over your guilt and move forward with your life: 1. Determine why you feel guilty. Be sure you … [Read More...] about How to Stop Feeling Guilty