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When someone hurts you…

notsalmon via When someone hurts you….

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What To Drink (and When To Drink It)

Livestrong says:

You’re feeling fatigue, have a headache, or are just plain old grumpy: In a study published in The Journal of Nutrition, participants who were dehydrated by more than 1 percent reported decreased mood, lower concentration, and headaches. According to the study’s authors, certain neurons detect dehydration and may signal other brain regions that regulate mood and cognitive functions. “A rule of thumb is that women need about 11 8 oz. cups of water a day and men need around 15 cups,” says nutritionist Amanda Berhaupt-Glickstein.

>>You want to lose weight: In meeting of The American Chemical Society, researchers found that over 12 weeks, dieters who drank water before meals three times per day lost about 5 pounds more than dieters who did not increase their water intake. Good guidelines: Drink two cups before every meal.

>>You exercise for less than 90 minutes: Just because you sweat doesn’t mean you should reach for a sports drink. Yes, you need water for rehydration and because it helps lubricates joints and provides cushioning to organs and muscles, along with many other vital processes. However, people often overestimate their needs for sugar and sports drinks when exercising, says Lisa C. Cohn, owner of Park Avenue Nutrition in New York. “Really, only water is needed unless you are active for more than 90 minutes with moderate to high intensity.” Drink about 15 to 20 ounces two to three hours before exercise, and 8 to 10 ounces 10 to 15 minutes beforehand, and the same amount every 10 to 15 minutes during exercise.” Get the rest here: What To Drink (and When To Drink It) | LIVESTRONG.COM.

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Letting Go!

The Daily Love via Visual Inspiration: Let Go!.

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Expectations

I am not in this world to live up to other people’s expectations, nor do I feel that the world must live up to mine.

I am not in this world to live up to other people’s expectations, nor do I feel that the world must live up to mine.

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Complaining is draining…

notsalmon via Complaining is draining….

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How much money…

…do you need to have fun on the weekends. USA Today reports:

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Just be you…

notsalmon via Just be you….

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A Coffee Addict’s Confession…

notsalmon via A Coffee Addict’s Confession….

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Big results require big ambitions

BrainyQuote via Big results require big ambitions.  – Heraclitus.

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Water, Sleep and Friends: Three Keys to Weight Loss

Stepcase Lifehack. Go to the source: Water, Sleep and Friends: Three Keys to Weight Loss.

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4 Ways to Declutter and Draw the Meditative Space Back Into Your Life

Many of us have calm meditative spaces we retreat to whenever possible. Some may take a little effort to reach like a mountain top, the edge of a canyon, or the center of a field of flowers. Others are closer to home like a harbor view, seat in the garden surrounded by nature, or on the rooftop under the stars.

These places are meant for escape and recharging yet it very often occurs that when we return back to our usual domains we’re drained almost immediately after walking through the door. Why? The claws of clutter or variations of it have us in a hold.

Clutter develops quickly, especially when there’s little time in our routine to keep things organized. It can also be a result of past accumulations from childhood that are stuffed in a loft, attic or basement but still have a knack for taking over homes. The good thing is even when the situation feels overwhelming it’s still possible to make a change.

The key is simply making an effort to sift through everything by taking out sentimental tchotchkes and other belongings that haven’t been looked at for years and distinguishing between what is and what isn’t expendable.

If this sounds easier said than done don’t fret. The following are a few mental exercises to keep in mind to help you through the process and hopefully draw the meditative space back into your life.” Get more here: 4 Ways to Declutter and Draw the Meditative Space Back Into Your Life.

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The Andy Griffith Theme [with words!]

Did you know there were words to the famous tune?

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Tweet defensively!

 

The Joy of Tech comic… Tweet defensively!.

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People are so self-centered

Calvin and Hobbes Comic Strip, July 12, 2012 on GoComics.com.

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Birthdays

Kute Blackson writes:

Everyday is your birthday.

Each day a new day filled with a blank slate of possibilities for you to create.

Each day a new day filled with opportunity where something new can be birthed out of your creative imagination.

Just because you made your bed in the past does not mean you have to lie in it in your present or your future. At any moment, if you decide, you can unmake the bed you made in the past and remake your bed in the present.

This moment is an invitation to make a new choice. You can start with the choice to choose again in this moment. Once you give that up you are powerless.

The past is gone. Wallowing in it just keeps you stuck, preventing you from moving forward. It robs you of vital energy with which to create your future.

What happened happened. You cannot change the past. What you can change is the meaning you give it and focus on the present which will alter the course in your future.

Mistakes are a part of life. They are simply the price you paid to learn life’s lessons. Just make sure you get the lesson and move forward. The more time you spend holding onto what was not, the less time you have available to create what can be.

Wasting your present wallowing about the past is like going through the toilet after you use it and crying about yesterday’s meal. (You get my point.)

The past has as much power over you as you give it. Learn from the past but don’t live in it. If you live in it, you miss today and the past will live you and keep recreating over and over and over and over and…… OVER!

So declare today your birthday, too. A new day. The day you will be born anew. It’s never too late to begin again. It’s never too late to follow your dreams.  It’s only too late if you decide it is.  What matters is now. Forgive yourself. This is a great gift you can GIVE yourself.

So celebrate my birthday with me today as a new beginning for yourself also.

Let go of what no longer serves you so that you can step fully into who you were born to be.” via It’s My Birthday!!! WOOT! WOOT! And I Made A Special Video For YOU!!!!.

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Why Happiness Comes From Within

What defines our happiness?

It’s a common consideration. Many of us look outside ourselves to define our happiness, with things, distractions, events and experiences. And because of this many of us give our inner power away by placing it inside these externalities. Though, it’s not just a bad habit, it’s an understandable conditioning. Our consumer oriented society promotes and supports this way of life. Big companies want nothing more than for you to feel your happiness is dependent on what they provide. A recent soft drink slogan springs to mind which tells you to open your happiness. Governments want to support this lifestyle also, so they can sell patriotism and xenophobia. Perhaps even the executives of the company you work for want to sell you the idea that you are dependent on your job for happiness too. We listen to promises and hand over responsibility for our happiness to the world of things, others and circumstances.” Get the rest here: Why Happiness Comes From Within | PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement.

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The Power of Acceptance: Stop Resisting and Find the Lesson

“Of course there is no formula for success except, perhaps, an unconditional acceptance of life and what it brings.” ~Arthur Rubinstein. Get more here: The Power of Acceptance: Stop Resisting and Find the Lesson | Tiny Buddha.

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Scaling Back to Propel Yourself Forward in Work and Beyond

“Your work is to discover your world and with all your heart give yourself to it.” ~Buddha.  Get more here: Scaling Back to Propel Yourself Forward in Work and Beyond | Tiny Buddha.

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Summer

Calvin and Hobbes Comic Strip, July 11, 2012 on GoComics.com.

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There’s an app for that

Dilbert Daily Strip via Comic for July 11, 2012.

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Fall Asleep Naturally

Why is sleep so elusive for so many? Well, a big part of the problem is that many people are unwittingly sabotaging their natural ability to fall asleep. So how to get the job done without costly prescriptions and peculiar side effects (like sleep-eating and sleep-walking)?

The drug-free key is to start setting the stage long before you climb under the covers.” There’s some good advice here: Fall Asleep Naturally « Positively Positive.

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