It sounds like a silly question, but it’s likely that each of us are quite partial to one single style of boot. Whether we favor rain boots, work boots, or fashionista-type boots, we tend to pick one style and stick with it. But there are a variety of boot styles to choose from, for a variety of purposes. Most importantly, boots have practical purposes. Depending on the weather, you’ll likely want to throw on a pair of galoshes to keep your feet dry and warm....

As someone who tries to lead a waste-free life, especially when it comes to food consumption and house utilities, the view isn’t that different. Living waste-free is rewarding because of the limited impact on the environment, but for various reasons it can sometimes take a little extra time and effort. When it’s just adults keeping track of things and staying organized in a waste-free lifestyle it’s a lot easier to manage, but when young children are part of the picture, adults no longer have free rein; suddenly we’re scrambling to stick to our ideals....

Productivity vs efficiency is a discussion between quantity and quality. A productive person is known as someone who gets things done. Although their accomplishments may be short-lived if they did not build their strategy for the long-haul. In most of our lives, productivity and efficiency are at odds with each other. When you are focusing on productivity, your efficiency is the first thing to suffer. Likewise, when you are confirming your plans are thoughtful and well-crafted, you run the risk of burying your goal in months of red tape....

Not every super hero has actual powers, some have gadgets. Look at Batman and Ironman, both are rich guys with toys. Having the Puzzlebox Orbit will let let you have your powers without being a billionaire playboy like Bruce Wayne and Tony Stark. Being able to control the Orbit with your mind will take a bit of practice. Even the X-Men had a school to hone their abilities, right? If you can write code, the folks at Puzzlebox even offer up the source code and hacking instruction for you to make your own personalized modifications....

After all, the mind is great at wandering for answers that will supply the body with the energy it needs to keep going. To dig deeper and discover what makes you happy and excited, you should ask yourself the following questions: What am I most grateful about in my life right now? Happiness can be born out of contentment and satisfaction. And while many do not see it this way, but are interested in hunting rather than appreciating what they have, you should understand what place gratitude has in your life....

There are lots of reasons why people struggle to stick to their New Year’s resolutions. Maybe the resolutions were unrealistic, or perhaps the person didn’t care enough about the resolution. No matter what the problem is, you can fix it – you simply need to change the way that you choose your resolutions. Here are 8 questions that you should ask yourself before setting your New Year’s resolutions to make sure that they are realistic and achievable....

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How to Maintain Weight Loss During Your Diet Program Reward yourself for your weight loss with nonfood options, like a pedicure, movie or item you’ve been wanting Keep your eye on the finish line – think of yourself as a marathon runner who cannot give up after reaching the first couple of milestones. You must finish the race. Don’t try to lose too quickly. 1 to 3 pounds per week is a healthy goal to have, and your body will thank you for taking it slowly!...

While we are postponing, life speeds by. Below are some of the symptoms of a Procrastinator and the remedies to try. 7 Symptoms of Procrastination and How to Fight Them

To persist or reinvent? 1 What barriers and roadblocks are in the way of achieving your goal? 2 What 3 actions have you taken in the last week to move your goal forward? 3 Do you sense that your original goal might be flawed? 4 Do you struggle with the execution of your goal? 5 What resources have you tapped to meet your current challenge? 6 Does your original goal still put “color in your cheeks” when you think about it?...

As you read this, I can guarantee you that if I’m awake right now, I’m in a party and I’m snacking. Food, and lots of it, is always the common denominator for holidays celebrated here. With the blessings of nearly always pleasant weather, we’re big on outdoor picnics and barbecues, even for the Thanksgiving turkey, for we were cooking food in the imu (underground oven) surrounded by ti leaf and intensely heated rocks long before stoves and ovens were even invented....

It can also lead to avoidant tactics as this survey shows where one-third of the respondents did not want to go home in order to avoid the clutter. Imagine not wanting to go to your house, a place that is meant for comfort and enjoyment? If your house is messy, this is very understandable. Research shows that clutter affects your brain, as too much stimuli hinders your concentration and ability to process information....

What we once knew about beer as a vile beverage that you should abstain from as best as possible could change with this new research study suggesting that “hoppy” beer can actually help to reduce the risk of liver disease. If you’re looking for ways on how to protect your liver, beer might just be that solution. Experiment On Benefits Of Beer With Hops Researchers from Friedrich Schiller University Jena in Germany carried out an experiment with three groups of mice....

That’s right, there’s research that shows that intelligent people are more likely to stay up late. In fact, scientists think that clever people are biologically programmed to be night owls. So if you find yourself staying up later than your friends and family, it may be because you’re smarter than they are. Not convinced? Here’s the low down. Staying Up Late Intelligent people are more likely to have different sleep cycles (or circadian rhythms) than people with a lower IQ....

The woman in the story below is truly blessed to be in such an obviously warm and loving relationship. “One night my then boyfriend, now fiance, and I were watching a movie. It was a romantic one – not his preferred genre and he fell asleep midway into the movie. I continued watching. The 2nd half turned out to be quite emotional. Near the end I started crying softly. He woke up to my tears and immediately wrapped his arms around me to sooth me....

One such greeting, shaku maku – an existential question equivalent to “what’s up?” can actually open your mind and make you wiser. Who thought a greeting could actually be a source of wisdom? Ephrat Livni walks us through the allure and tidbits of this magical greeting in his recent article published in Quartz This Iraqi Greeting Can Open Your Mind and Make You Wiser. Obscure Meaning In the backdrop of endless checkpoints and ruins left by sectarian warfare sits a fascinating Iraqi culture – the shaku maku....

The Latest Study The latest study on alternative treatments for arthritis of the knee is coming out of Tufts University, where researchers have just published a study which looked at tai chi versus traditional physical therapy methods for improving quality of life for those who have osteoarthritis of the knee. Research focused on two groups of participants, all of whom had been diagnosed with arthritis in their knees: one group received 2 days of traditional physical therapy for 6 weeks followed by 6 weeks of at-home therapy, a mainstream approach to arthritis treatment....

Well, numerous studies have found taking time off to travel not only gives us a breather from work, but also boosts our health, state of mind and overall well-being. Those who love traveling know just how invigorating and exciting it can be. Nothing helps you rediscover yourself and enjoy the beauty of the world quite like a well planned vacation. Some of the ways exploring the world can enhance your well-being are quite intriguing, surprising even....

Preschoolers who are raised by supportive, nurturing mums have been scientifically proven to have a hippocampus – the part of the brain which controls stress and memory – 10% larger than those who did not. Whilst dads are best when listening to their children, and setting appropriate rules whilst allowing a balance of freedom. Arguably the most important secret to help you raise happy kids is to remember that every child is different; every size certainly does not fit all when it comes to children....

Contradictory to what you might think, a ruined life can start off as an attempt to build a good habit. You may start off as wanting to be more productive, and you’ll most likely follow the latest trends in productivity, thus bringing structure to your life, and increasing the amount of work you get done. After you get the basics down, you’ll undertake bigger and heavier workloads; always in search of getting more done and faster!...