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6 Websites To Help You Get Out Of The House And Find Something To Do

Have you just moved to a new town? Are you a couch potato? Or have your friends decided they don't want to do anything this weekend? Have no fear, the internet is here! We'll get you out of the house yet with these six websites.

Six Places Online To Find Something To Do

Craigslist. The grand daddy of all websites to help you get out of the house. Classes?

February 8 2010 | By Sid | Tagged: event, networking, social, socializing, website | 5 comments»

5 Steps to a Calmer Evening

Whether you work outside the house or stay at home full-time, the toughest part of the day is the same: those frantic early evening hours when there are mouths to feed, homework to do, and cranky kids to handle. The trick is to streamline your to-do’s so you can feel calmer and focus on what counts – spending time with your family. Here’s how. Continue reading

February 4 2010 | By Erin | Tagged: child-rearing, children, cooking, family, housework, parent, parenting, stress | 12 comments»

The Secret to Helping Your Child Excel in School and in Life

Is your child struggling in school? Does your child stall when it comes time to do homework? Does your child’s teacher often comment that your child is capable, but is just not working to his or her potential? Or, does your child do alright in school, but seems a bit bored or lacks enthusiasm for learning? There is a little secret that you need to know in order to… Continue reading

January 28 2010 | By Erin | Tagged: child-rearing, excellence, intelligence, multiple-intelligence, parenting | 10 comments»

3 Secrets to Getting Your Child to Transition From One Activity to Another

Have you ever told your child that it's time to go somewhere or do something else and their response was either to ignore you or yell at you? There are ways to avoid this and make the transition from activity to activity easy and smooth. Continue reading

January 11 2010 | By Erin | Tagged: behavior, children, cooperation, discipline, parenting | 11 comments»

Create a Stress-Free Home: An Introduction to Feng Shui

If I asked you what words come to mind when you think of your home, what would you say? Would you tell me that it brings you peace every time you walk in the front door? Would you say that the items in your home inspire you and bring you joy every time you look at them? Would you describe your household as organized and calm? A peaceful, calm household that is organized and filled with happiness and laughter is the type of home anyone would love to say they own. It is also the best type of home in which to raise a family. So, how do we ensure that we can describe our homes this way? It's actually easier than you think, but you must take the first step. Continue reading

January 7 2010 | By Erin | Tagged: family, happiness, parenting, parenting advice, parenting tips, stress | 28 comments»

The Top 10 Things Children Really Want Their Parents To Do With Them

What do you think matters most to your children? You driving them to lessons and practices, or is it the smile and hug you greet them with after school? Continue reading

December 29 2009 | By Erin | Tagged: children, mom, mother, parenting | 23 comments»

All Out of Holiday Cheer? 10 Tips for Beating Holiday Depression

While the holiday season fills most people with joy, a significant number of people get down in the dumps around Christmastime. The reasons are plentiful: remembering lost loved ones, a bad experience during the holidays, loneliness, or just being overwhelmed can all dampen the Christmas spirit.It may surprise you to know that depression is actually less likely during the holidays than at other times during the year (see for… Continue reading

December 24 2009 | By Dustin | Tagged: christmas, depression, holiday, season | 9 comments»

A Workout for Geeks

It's the holiday season, which means those New Years resolutions are coming up fast. For those of you who are considering exercising more this upcoming year, here is a workout specially designed for the geek in you. The Problem with Traditional Workouts The number one problem with most workout plans for the life hacker is that they are boring. You go to the gym, lift some weights, run on the treadmill, and… Continue reading

December 22 2009 | By Daryl | Tagged: aerobics, exercise, fitness, health, workout | 18 comments»

What We REALLY Want For Christmas

Stores are busy right now. Maybe people aren't buying as much as in past years but they're buying nonetheless. Everyone is in the spirit of giving, but deep down also looking forward to receiving. The common denominator here is "things" and "stuff". Now, I'm all for making people happy and seeing the smile on their face when they open an exciting gift - that really brings me joy. And, of course, I love receiving a gift from someone special, but life experience has taught me that this "stuff" cannot really bring what most of us want for Christmas . Continue reading

December 21 2009 | By Erin | Tagged: children, christmas, family, kids, mother, parenting, work-life balance | 9 comments»

How You’re Ruining Christmas – And What You Can Do to Save It

You’re ruining Christmas.Not for me – how could you ruin it for me? No, you’re ruining it for yourself, for your family and friends, for everyone who loves you and who you love in return.You started in August, when you saw the first little corner of the Mega-Mart decked out with Christmas bows and dancing Santas. It was just a few little grumbles then, but by Halloween it had… Continue reading

December 18 2009 | By Dustin | Tagged: christmas, consumption, family, gift, holiday, materialism | 28 comments»

The Lifehack Last-Minute Gift-Giving Guide

Christmas is just over a week away, and no matter how organized you are, I bet there are a few people on your list that you just can’t figure out a gift for. In the spirit of giving, then, I offer these suggestion – each of which is, as of 12/16, available to ship in time for Christmas. (All prices are in US dollars.)Kindle It’s no secret that we’re… Continue reading

December 17 2009 | By Dustin | Tagged: christmas, gift, holiday, present, Technology | 10 comments»

How to Take Christmas to a Whole New Level

Our children love certain toys or brands and they make their lists for sure, however, I suggest that we parents do something a little extra special at Christmas.Christmas is such an exciting time. Family and friends gather together to laugh, eat great food and share gifts with each other. What could be better? There is one way parents can make Christmas even better and that is… Continue reading

December 14 2009 | By Erin | Tagged: children, christmas, christmas-gift-ideas-for-kids, gifts, kids, parenting | 24 comments»

How to Start Running – Without Feeling Like a Failure

Do you sometimes wish you were fitter? And maybe slimmer? I do. In fact, I'm determined to lose 7 kg in four weeks and get really fit. But how to get fit in a hurry - without spending hours at the gym?One of the fastest ways to get fit is to start running.It can be daunting if you've never run before. Especially if you have friends, colleagues… Continue reading

December 10 2009 | By Mary | Tagged: exercise, fitness, health, running | 20 comments»

How To Have A Chilled Out Holiday Season

Feeling snowed under in the run up to the Christmas?As kids we look forward to this time of year. There's the advent calendar, lights, tree, decorations, school vacations, stocking, a visit from Father Christmas and, of course, the long anticipated presents.But sadly, once you've grown up, with all the responsibilities and obligations being an adult entails, your Christmas spirit can get snuffed out. Even thinking about the planning, preparation and costs involved can fill you with dread. Continue reading

December 8 2009 | By Annabel | Tagged: children, christmas, family, Lifehack, parenting, Productivity, relaxing, stress-buster, xmas | 12 comments»

How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids

I love a line I read in a book once. It went something like this: "If it isn't life threatening, if the house is not ablaze, if it is not an emergency, or if the child you are yelling to is not half a mile away, then yelling is the wrong choice in parenting."Yelling negatively and directly affects the way children see themselves and how they feel about their life… Continue reading

December 2 2009 | By Erin | Tagged: anger, children, discipline, parenting, yelling | 13 comments»

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