Did you know that the English language didn’t have a word for boredom before 1766?? But since then, boredom has crept into our daily lives. In fact, according to a survey of nearly 4,000 Americans, 63 percent reported feeling bored at least once every 10 days. But why are you so bored? Motivation isn’t the […]
Every year, the days go by faster and faster, and February isn’t doing anything to help pad out the time. Famously, or perhaps infamously, it’s the shortest month of the year. Goals are already hard enough to accomplish during a regular month. But rather than letting your aspirations slip away, use February as a planning […]
Nowadays, it seems like everybody’s trying to figure out how to make things faster and easier. Much of the technology being invented tends to work for user convenience better than ever. Think about how valuable smartphones are by combining multiple tools into one device — calendars, calculators, and cameras are just a few. However, it […]
If winter makes you think of dark, cold days stuck inside with nothing to do — think again! Despite the weather, or perhaps because of it, people organize tons of different winter events around the world. These celebrations usually involve snow in some way, either in celebrating it or escaping it. Some just happen to […]
With multiple top priorities on your plate, it’s hard to focus. When your brain is frazzled, it’s even harder. But there are a few smart ways to refocus quickly and get yourself back on track. All of us have moments when we are distracted by our thoughts or procrastination takes over. However, taking that first […]
Did you know that February is Declutter for a Cause Month? With the New Year behind us and spring cleaning approaching our minds, February is the right time to declutter. The added benefit of donating is getting rid of stuff you don’t need while helping others. How Does Declutter for a Cause Work? People are […]
The winter season is upon us. In many places in the country, there are icy rains, snow, icy roads, layering seasonal clothes, and the low winter light that drives many crazy. Something that comes with the winter season is shorter days that get dark sooner. The shorter days are a big factor in causing what […]
The real estate world is highly competitive, so those who pursue real estate investing must work hard to stay on top of their game. News events, market shifts, financial technology, and a host of outside factors can change the investment terrain seemingly overnight. Real estate investing also offers investors tax benefits. Investors can take advantage […]
In the U.S., a mental health crisis costs the economy tens of billions of dollars each year. Almost 19% of U.S. workers rate their mental health as “fair” or “poor,” according to a Gallup survey of 15,809 respondents, and those workers are four times more likely to miss work because of their mental health. The […]
Ah, winter. We get a few holidays over, only to realize that there are holidays every month that we must attend to — but the most distinguishable feature of the seasons is the weather. Snow can be a nuisance. It’s cold and wet, and makes travel difficult. However, for kids, winter break and the snow […]
