If you’ve ever been tempted to include a smiley face in work correspondence, you aren’t alone. A recent survey found that around 76% of American workers use emoticons or emojis in professional communication.[1] Knowing when it’s okay to use this communication tool can help you build relationships and save you from misunderstandings. Using them improperly … Read more
The only time I’m acutely aware of my legs, or what they are doing, is when I’m in spin class. Otherwise, I just accept that they exist. Walking and breathing are two things you do not typically have to think about; it just happens. Unfortunately, this usually means I don’t know what my legs are … Read more
‘I could never do that’. This is the answer I mostly hear from people once I’ve told them that I’m a vegan. And the truth is: I thought the same way before. I’ve eaten meat my entire life – like most people. Maybe I even overdid it a little bit. I’ve followed the typical bodybuilding … Read more
Dating is hard, mostly because it’s confusing. Have you ever been on a date where you thought things were going well, only to find out she’s just…not that into you? Let’s say you’re on a first date, having a great conversation, and you find yourself immediately drawn to her. You might wonder if you should … Read more
Associating with the right people can be the difference between happiness and misery. You may have heard the Jim Rohn quote, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” Others have an effect on the way we live our lives whether we like it or not. Choose your friends … Read more
Anyone that has held a job for a few years, even six months, may have encountered burnout. Burnout can be physical or mental exhaustion. The passion that once flamed for the job has burned out and you are left dreading the feeling of going into work. You may have anxiety or are constantly overwhelmed. The … Read more
The difference between success and failure comes from persistence and the will to keep fighting for your dreams. These never give up quotes will remind you that if it’s worth it you’ll eventually find a way. Never give up on what you really want to do. The person with big dreams is more powerful than … Read more
The difference between true friends and fake friends can make a world of a difference in your life. These Fake Friends Quotes will help you treasure the true friends that you have. “An honest enemy is better than a best friend who lies.” Vandi Tanko “Be very careful of who you share your problem with, … Read more
Human beings are the only primates that show the whites of their eyes. This gives us a unique range of possible signals that we can communicate with just our eyes. By knowing what different eye signals mean, and how to make those signals, we can more effectively get others to trust us and like us … Read more
These days, everything has to be fast and easy: news, books, food, and even music. While there are plenty of apps that provide high-quality music streaming, the modern audiophile also wants good sound quality. Lifehack has handpicked the 10 best speakers that are portable and totally stylish. 1. UE WONDERBOOM Super Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker … Read more
People who tend to continually avoid conflicts are more likely to be passive-aggressive. It is a way of them masking their hostility and anger. It is still anger projecting though and the unwanted and seemingly unwarranted behavior can be confusing to the recipient. These individuals might seem nice enough on the outside but their intentions, … Read more
Note taking always seems boring to people. It never seems to be something that will boost creativity. But this is not true. If you are looking for an approach to help you think clearly and more creatively, Visual Note-taking or Sketchnoting will help. This technique will keep your brain active, engaged, and highly stimulated. Let’s … Read more
The bedroom used to be a place where you would simply turn in at the end of the day and not visit again till the next night. These days we’ve turned them into full entertainment centers with T.V’s, phones and tablets all thrown into the mix. If you’re not making your bedroom the best setting … Read more
If you think about the fact that we spend more than one third of our lives asleep, it seems funny that we don’t spend a larger majority of our income on things related to sleep. People have no problem dropping absurd amounts of money on appliances or cars but scrimp too much when it comes … Read more
Whether we’re a die-hard introvert or an extravagant extrovert, there will always be those strange and awkward moments in a conversation where we struggle to know what to say. The feeling of panic can arise as we desperately search for the right words yet this usually causes that mental block of appropriate topics to talk … Read more