Fashion & Style 7 Thoughtful Gift Ideas Your Woman Will Absolutely Love 12:39 PM What women want? That is the question. It could be tough for some men to pick a gift for the woman in their lives. The best way to know what gift to give is to know the person well; what makes them happy or what they really need. But what if you don't have keen attention to details? You've got zero idea about what your woman want. I've got you covered! Here are 7 thoughtful gift ideas your woman will absolutely love. For any or no occasion at all. 7 Thoughtful Gift Ideas Your Woman Will Absolutely Love 1. Chocolates You must have heard that when a woman is on her period or has PMS (pre-menstural syndrome), you must offer her chocolates so she won't murder you. Believe it. These are wise words. Don't worry if your woman is trying to lose weight. Dark chocolate is the answer. In his book Eat Chocolate, Lose Weight, Neuroscientist Will Clower, PhD said, "eating a bit of dark chocolate before or after meals triggers hormones that signal to the brain you’re full." Emphasis on 'a bit'. Chocolates can instantly boost your woman's mood too. That's what makes it a thoughtful gift idea. You want her to feel better regardless of how her day is going. You can never go wrong with chocolates. 2. A month or year long subscription to online streaming Whether your woman is a Netflix, Amazon or Disney Plus girl, a month or year long subscription to any of these media services will surely be appreciated. It's a thoughtful gift idea that shows you want her to be entertained, enjoy in her spare time and...chill. A movie marathon or TV show binge together is also a great way to spend quality time with her. That's a plus for you! 3. Customized jewelry There are some women who are not into jewelries. But a customized one will still be treasured. Personalized jewelries show that you're celebrating her uniqueness. You poured time into thinking and choosing which piece would represent who she is. That thought alone will score you points with your woman. Every woman wants to feel special. Know what your woman love, support or adore. Does she love dogs? A cute dog or paw pendant will be cherished. Is she a lover of Christ? This beautiful Ichthus fish with a cross necklace will show her faith and fashionable side at the same time. What I love about oNecklace is that they are prompt in shipping your order, the parcel is securely packaged and they come in a cute packaging. This is my second order from them and I am satisfied. This thoughtful gift idea for your woman will be hard to forget. 4. Cruelty-free products More people are now aware of the impact of the products they use to the environment. Not to mention the suffering of innocent and sentient animals had to endure for some brands. Women are generally empathetic creatures. This is because women are wired to care for another because of maternal instinct. Needless to say, another thoughtful gift idea for women is cruelty-free products. It is a way of showing you are sensitive and that you also care about the things they care about. Cruelty-free products for beauty and home use, fashion and whatnot are available everywhere. Yes, the vegan industry is not limited to food only. Keep learning, keep exploring. A woman loves a man who is compassionate and perceptive. 5. A book of memories Another thoughtful gift idea is creating a book of memories. You can easily create a collection of photos of your woman (or you and her together) online. Thanks to technology you can now simply upload pictures on an easy to edit book template. I've created an album of our wedding on Photobook. You can also check other sites like Picture Book or Snapfish. Note: I have not bought from the last two so I can't comment on their products. I'm quite satisfied with Photobook though. This is not an ad! This thoughtful gift idea will bring nostalgia and a smile on your woman's face. 6. A spa voucher What a girl wants? What a girl needs? To be pampered! Give them the gift of relaxation. Spoil them with a paid spa treatment at their favorite spa. A bonus if you know their favorite therapist and book her too. If your girl doesn't have a favorite, pick one based on reviews or from other women's recommendation. You will be honored like a hero if you give this gift. Trust me on this one. 7. The good old bouquet of flowers Some women say they don't like flowers. But believe me when I tell you that flowers make women feel lovely, appreciated and well, womanly. Unless of course she's allergic to flowers. Then it's wiser to listen to her. What kind of flowers to give your woman? They say flowers have meanings. Carnation could mean admiration. Lilies convey friendship and devotion while tulips is about perfect love. That is not solid fact of course, but it's fun to know there is a meaning behind the blooms you have received. Regardless what you give her, women generally love the beauty and cheer flowers bring. If you don't know how to express your feelings, say it with flowers. It's not true that it's hard to show women that you love them. First, learn their love language. The 5 languages of love are: word of affirmation acts of service quality time physical touch gifts From here it's easy to choose which gift to give them. If you don't know yet, let them take this test. Say, "Hey, this test looks fun. Let's try this!" Smooth, yeah? You're welcome. Giving gifts to women does not need to be daunting and challenging. Whether it's her birthday, your anniversary, she got promoted or you just want to make her feel special just because, give her any (or all) of these presents. Follow these thoughtful gift ideas and your woman will absolutely appreciate and love you.
Love and Relationship Reasons Why Adult Friend Finder Is the Top Adult Dating Website 7:50 PM Love is always a very beautiful thing. It is even more interesting when you get to experience this kind of feeling with someone you are really into, someone with whom you are having a lot of things in common. When you perfectly understand each other, the relationship between the two of you will be smooth and easy for both of you to sail all the way through. However, with the current way of life, a lot of people are always busy and focus more on their work and giving less attention to other aspects of their lives. This is where dating sites and apps come in. These platforms always have some advantages you can use to get lucky. With that said, below are a few reasons why you should consider using some of these platforms. For more information, you can check out this adult friend finder review. Reasons Why Adult Friend Finder is the Top Adult Dating Website 1. Getting started is easy. As mentioned before, online dating makes the best solution for those who are always busy. Even though some people might still be scared to try it out, online dating gives you an opportunity to control the kind of people you want to be attracted to. This is done by creating a great online profile. Your profile will always help you control how you want to be seen and also help you find specific type of people you would want to meet. You just need to log in and give out a little information about yourself and you will be good to go. 2. No rush. Another good thing about dating sites is the fact that they let you go at your own pace. Sometimes you might get quite busy and forget to spare some time to go out with friends to have some fun. This is totally understandable since you don’t have any commitments with them. You can go out when you want to or stay indoors and no one will bother you. On the other hand, if you had met someone during one of your rendezvous with your friends, they might constantly be asking you to meet again. Messaging you, calling, sending emails and all that. At some point, this might even start to feel a bit creepy if not bugging. But, with online dating, you can always take it slow as you wish, especially if you are not ready to meet up with someone yet. 3. Freedom When you decide to try out online dating, you will notice that it sort of gives you a certain type of freedom. You can be choosy or picky as you want. I mean, it doesn’t always mean that you have to go with the first person that matches your profile. Besides, you will always find a lot of people with whom you can connect with. This will leave you with no option but to choose the person you will like the most. These platforms do not always limit you. Therefore, you are free to browse through a lot of profiles regardless of their religious beliefs or location. You will just be fine as long as their profile matches your preferences. See 👉 this link 👈 to read more reasons why people use these sites. 4. Better matches Just as your resume often helps you to find a job, your profile also plays a big role when trying to find love. Just by giving out small information about yourself, the site will always try and match you with some great potentials depending on your profile. When you randomly meet someone at a social event or on the street, you always don’t have any clue about the kind of people they are. You wouldn’t know if they drink, smoke, or if they even like swimming or going to the movies. You need to ask the first. However, with dating sites, you can already tell a few things about someone just by looking at their profile. If you like pets, the site will try t match you up with someone that likes pets and so on. Using these platforms will let you know the kind of person you are getting in contact with, even before meeting them. 5. Chance to meet new people Having friends is always a cool thing, right? But, do you remember how it felt when you moved to a new place and you had to start looking for new friends? Of course, it was challenging. Even for couples, you will find that most of them met back in school or they grew up knowing each other. Online dating gives you an opportunity to meet new people who aren’t part of your social circle. When you decide to give it a shot, you might actually get lucky enough and find someone that you are truly compatible with to share your love with. This always comes in handy instead of having to go after the friend of your friend. 6. Honesty Well, lies have always been there since time immemorial. However, online dating platforms are usually trying to reduce the act by promoting honesty and transparency. It is easier for someone you just met to lie to you and keep on lying to you until their lies catch up with them. This often leaves a lot of people really hurt and a lot of trusts have been broken by lies. However, if someone says in their profile they love dogs, you wouldn’t expect your relationship to work out if you don’t love dogs, right? But, when meeting at a social event, someone might just lie to you for various reasons and you won’t find out until it’s too late. In most dating sites, you won’t be allowed to use the platform without a proper user profile. This is done to keep away people who might be having ill motives and therefore, keeping the community safe. Click here to see how you can use these sites to work for you. Conclusion Everyone always dreams of finding true love and spending the rest of their lives with their soulmates. But, with the demanding cost of living, a lot of people always end up settling for just anyone. This always makes things much more difficult and might also be the reason why there is a lot of divorce cases. People should be encouraged to try online dating as this might be your chance to finding your soulmate and having a happy love life.
Home 5 Simple Tips to Keep Your Home Fresh 8:27 AM If your home is clean you don’t just see it, you smell it. Your home should be your sanctuary where you can leave your worries outside the door, relax, breathe and carpe diem. Home should not be reduced into a dwelling place where you eat and sleep. It should be your own little oasis. But how can you do that if you don’t only see grime and dust, you also smell it in the air? Worse, with your busy schedule, you can’t find the time to do general cleaning. Don't fret. Here are 5 simple tips to keep your home fresh…and smell clean. 5 Simple Tips to Keep Your Home Fresh Simple Tip #1 to Keep Your Home Fresh: Dispose Keep the things you NEED and eliminate the things that are just gathering dust. To make it easy and fast, get 3 boxes, label them Throw, Give and Keep. The lesser the stuff you have the easier to clean and organize. Minimalist kind of home also makes it easy to move around, and it’s not too heavy to the eyes. When you see so much clutter, it signals your mind that there is chaos so you can’t get that fresh, relaxing feeling. Dispose your unnecessary stuff to keep your house looking neat and so you can give more space for your house to breathe so to speak. Follow the Marie Kondo process of disposing clutter. If it doesn't spark joy, let it go. Giphy Simple Tip #2 to Keep Your Home Fresh: Go green Get an indoor plant for your home. Plants are not only nice and refreshing to look at with their colors (even if they’re just plain green), they also help keep the air clean and fresh by producing your much needed oxygen. When choosing a potted plant, consider these things: Size. Will it be too large for your space? Will it thrive indoors? Maintenance. How often do you need to water it? How much time in the sun needed? Aesthetics. Will it go with your interior? Most people opt for bonsai because they're smaller so they don’t take up much space plus they’re cute to look at. Some people also have a liking for succulents. Others still opt to create their own vertical garden planting their favorite herbs. This is both creative and sustainable. This is a very practical way of not just decorating, but also of keeping your house green and healthy while creating a fresher atmosphere. Not to mention fresh herbs for cooking make the food taste better. Gifer Simple Tip #3 to Keep Your Home Fresh: CAYGO Clean as you go. This is especially helpful for people with busy schedules who cannot find the time or dedicate a day for cleaning. Instead of piling up chores and putting off what is needed tomorrow (which always gets postponed anyway), why not develop a system where you don’t pile up to-dos in the first place? Clean the dishes and kitchenware right after cooking and eating. That way, there’s always a clean plate waiting for you during meal time. Wipe water spills on the floor. Clean the bathroom after using it. Most importantly, take out the garbage on a regular basis. The smell of the garbage when left for a couple of days or more can make the house smell really filthy and could attract insects and pests which is a whole new set of problems. Keep your home smelling fresh by emptying your trash bins regularly. MakeaGIF Simple Tip #4 to Keep Your Home Fresh: Add some scents Depending on your mood, scented candles and potpourris can give your home a nice sweet smell of nature. If you had a long day, whiff some lavender to calm you. Wild orange, Cedarwood and Frankincense can give you that warm Autumn-like feeling. Fir or pine scent if you want to be reminded of Christmas even when it's August. It’s your home. You create your own kind of world however you like. The bottom line is that it gives you that fresh aroma that transports you into a realm of your own. A simple life hack: simmer water and add lemon slices and herbs (preferably mint) and inhale the smell of freshness. Follow this hack and it will keep your home literally smelling fresh. You’re welcome. Giphy Simple Tip #5 to Keep Your Home Fresh: Clean the air Keep the ventilation going. Take away the unpleasant smell of dust and dirt by cleaning your windows, air vents, fans or AC unit. Most importantly, get an air purifier that can do its job. Factors like pet hair, pollen, dust, smoke odors, and home construction particles could hang in the air and pollute it. Air purifiers cycle the air in the room and remove these contaminants so you can breathe cleaner, fresher air in the process. This is extremely helpful to people who are not only sensitive to smell but also those who suffer from environmental allergies. Families with new-born babies especially opt for a high quality air purifier because they are more sensitive and susceptible to air-borne diseases. Giphy If your home is clean you don’t just see it, you smell it. It doesn’t end in a spotless exterior. It is important that even those which is not visible to the eyes like the air are also clean and fresh. How do you keep your home fresh? Share your tips in the comment below!
Life Lessons This Is The Word I Choose For 2020 8:45 PM If you don't do resolutions like me, how do you gear up for the new year? It's more powerful to choose a word and let it guide you. I have proven this through the years. This 2020, the start of a new decade, I have chosen the word to define my year. A quick throwback! But before that, a quick look back at the words I chose for the past years. Last 2014, I picked the word "more" to define my year and it ultimately changed my life. I'm happy to report that it was indeed the year I did more, became more, achieved more, traveled more, read more books, had more fun. I discovered more things about myself. Words are powerful. Since then, I would choose a word to be my theme or compass. A guiding principle of how I would live that year. Giphy My 2015 was all about getting better. I did things differently last 2016. It was unorthodox. I was winning last 2017. Winning over my doubts and fears. Winning over uncertainties. Winning over my critics. Winning over that inner voice that keeps on telling me I can't. Well, I can and I did. 2018 was a spontaneous year. I am such a control freak and I overthink a lot. But last 2018, I learned to let things be. It was a year of total and complete surrender. It was a year of leaping in faith. More than anything, it was a year when my heart was overflowing with gratitude for God's faithfulness in my life. It was when I have proven yet again that God will deliver His promise. We only have to wait in faith because His timetable is different from ours. It was when I was glad that I didn't listen to what others say and calmly trusted the process. I didn't listen to the facts people threw at me. Hey, I worship a God who can do the impossible after all. Last 2019 was a year of milestones. I did a lot of firsts. Isn't it amazing that year after year life has an incredible way of surprising us, shaping us and giving us opportunities that bring us from glory to glory? And now for this year... This Is The Word I Choose For 2020: Premium Merriam-Webster dictionary defines premium as of exceptional quality or amount. Or higher priced. According to Cambridge Dictionary, premium is something extra given or an extra amount charged, a great amount of importance, of higher than usual quality or value. Why am I choosing Premium as my word for 2020? Out of mediocrity and into a premium life Let's just say that being a middle child, I grew up receiving hand-me-downs. I was conditioned to always give way and I've learned to be content of what's being given to me. I was never a demanding child. Or adult. It's good that I find joy in the simplest things. I am fine with having my needs met and I don't have excessive wants. Thus, I never envy others. The downside of being content to what is good is missing out on what is great. I know I can do more and be more but I don't see the urgency when I'm already happy in my little corner. Ah, let them clamor for attention and promotion. As long as I get paid enough to buy my basic needs and have some extra left for a little self-indulgence, I'm good. That's how I used to think. But I fell in love with traveling and I know I want more of it. I desire a premium life that will enable me to travel more and conveniently at that, thanks to my husband who made me see the difference between sleeping inside a tent and on a soft comfortable mattress. Yes, I've traveled in a shoestring budget and it was fun when done with friends. But it's a whole new different experience to spend the night in a luxurious hotel and be chauffeured around. Giphy Premium health If you don't care about your health, the planet and the life of animals, your food option seems endless. But if you want food that nourishes your body, good for the planet and does not involve killing animals, you need premium food. It takes a lot of research, reading of labels and expanding your network to find these kinds of food. That's why a lot of people prefer to buy what is easy to prepare and cheap. But if you're not careful, you'll pay for it soon enough. Why be careless now and regret it later? Have you heard of a person who got sick because he's eating fruits and vegetables? Broccoli doesn't catch a flu. Kale doesn't have foot and mouth disease. Duh. The food you eat can either nourish you or make your sick. The food you eat can be either the safest and most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison. -Ann Wigmore Other things I've started doing for my health late last year which I plan to continue are stretching and meditating first thing in the morning. A healthy body starts with a healthy mind. My husband and I also goes to a weekly spa date. You can be healthy without depriving yourself of good food. There are a lot of healthy options out there. With the help of the internet especially YouTube cooking shows, what you need to know is just one click away. Giphy Peace of mind What could be a more premium gift you can give yourself than the gift of peace of mind? I've always been talking about getting rid of toxic people in your life. Don't be sorry about cutting off people who don't contribute to your well-being. I've burned bridges that lead to nowhere. Last year, I've made the mistake of checking the comment section on socials. Gosh it's like seeing a speeding bus and jumping in front of it anyway. It's bad for the mental health. I also tolerated who have been abusing working with me since I was a newbie writer and made me believe that I'm getting a just rate. These are the kinds of clients that will make you feel bad for charging them higher than usual and call you selfish or greedy. For 2020, I'm staying out of the comment section and will be hitting that 'block sender' button as often as needed. Giphy How about you? Have you chosen a word for 2020 yet? Let me know in the comments below.
Lux Thinking Aloud 2019: My Year Of Firsts And Milestones 1:49 PM 2019 has been my year of first and milestones. It's amazing that even in my thirties, my life is still fun, full of surprises, twists and turns and I still experience some firsts. Allow me to share them with you. 2019: My Year of Firsts and Milestones I got hitched! Just when I was at peace with the possibility of growing old with my dogs, life threw a wonderful surprise late 2017. It was then that I met my future husband in the most unexpected and out of character (for me) way. Fast forward to 2019, we got married. It was not a perfect wedding, but it was beautiful. It was a testament of God's faithfulness not only to me but also to my husband. We both waited in faith. Sometimes, we question God's purpose and plans. Waiting may be bitter, my friend, but the fruit is sweet. Use waiting as your time for learning, improving, exploring and enjoying. I always tell my single friends to enjoy every moment of being alone. Cherish the life of being single. Embrace even the loneliness and emptiness. Because it will be over before you know it. First time to kayak. This may seem trivial or nothing new for some, but this is a big deal for me. Because though I love going to the beach, I have an irrational fear of the open water. For our honeymoon, the husband and I went to Palawan; hailed as the most beautiful island in the world. And it didn't disappoint. Minus the influx of tourists that's causing traffic in some roads, pollution (not as bad as the cities here), and some locals milking on tourists, the island itself is a paradise indeed. I love that we also got to enjoy healthy and guilt-free food at the Shaka Cafe at the resort where we stayed where they serve good vegan food. I transitioned to Veganism. I've never been a fan of meat. When I was living in my parent's house, I'd have meat all the time but only because my mother is a carnivore. Living on my own, I most often than not prefer less or no meat in my meals. 2016, I declared that meat was back on the menu. That was because I was testing different restaurant foods due to our plan of putting up our cafe. Thus, I believe that it is due to culture or tradition that our minds have been conditioned that it's okay to eat meat. But we have a choice. We should listen to our conscience. What weighs more? Your cravings or compassion? Supporting cruelty against animals or showing kindness to all creatures? Science supports the idea that humans don't need meat to be healthy and survive. Spiritual (vegans) believe God gave us plants for food in Genesis 1:29: Then God said, "I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food." Personally, science and religion aren't my reasons for this decision. My dogs made me do it. One day I realized that if I will never ever eat dog meat because for me dogs have souls, why do I keep eating other dead animal carcasses? What's the difference really? Farm animals are just as innocent and sentient as pet animals like dogs and cats. via Alba Paris Art Did you know that pigs are smarter than dogs? My other reason for going vegan is the condition of our planet. Earth is estimated to be 4.54 billion years old. It was thriving before us, supposed intelligent and superior species abused the resources it generously provides. There is nothing wrong with progress. I love how technology has been making our lives better. But to sacrifice another creature's life to satisfy a fleeting craving or in the name of fashion when there is a plethora of alternatives that do not involve suffering and death is crazy and selfish. Don't be greedy. It's never too late. Go vegan for the animals and for the planet. Whatever we give to Mother Nature, she gives us back a hundredfold. When you go vegan, your body will thank you later. 😉 Check out these athletes who were surprised about a huge (pun intended) improvement they've experienced shifting to a vegan diet. Got premium clients. I've been working for years with cheapskates. I have encountered fakers or fraud. Lesson: don't believe every product review you see online. Especially if they're about 👉 these brands. On the last quarter of 2019, God finally answered my long time prayer to bring me to the right people who can help me grow. I've found a tribe of freelancers who give premium quality service and earns premium in return. It's my first time to pay for an online membership. And the money I invested was not a joke. It took me a while before I decided to go for it. I prayed a lot about it and I had to pep talk myself into hitting that enroll button. I'm a frugal person. But if I have to be honest with myself, I'm also scared when it comes to taking risks when money is involved. I've made a lot of wrong investments and decisions in the past. I don't want to repeat those mistakes. But I also thought, why am I stopping myself from taking a leap if the result is what I've always wanted to achieve? Why do I let fear hold me back from trying something new and expect to get a different result doing what I've been doing for the past years? There are proofs from real people that this method works. How can I prove it myself if I won't try? After like an eternity of reflection, I took the leap. I gave myself an ultimatum. I must see results in three months! I will follow the teaching inside the tribe and apply it otherwise I just threw away the money I worked hard for. A little before three months was over, I closed a deal with a premium client. And I know it's only the beginning. You are the only one stopping yourself from moving forward. Take calculated risks, my friend. Or you'll miss out in life. How was your 2019? Was it also a year of firsts and milestones? No matter, I wish you had a memorable one and I hope this 2020 will be even better for you.
Health & Wellness Little Ways to Put a Smile on Your Face 5:39 PM There are so many things in life to be down about these days. Things like debt, troubled (or broken) relationships, dead-end jobs, toxic friendships, and traumatic experiences are all examples of external factors that weigh heavily on a person’s psyche each day. If allowed, these external factors can rob you of your happiness and peace. A life without peace and happiness is difficult to live. You begin to look less at the things that bring you inner joy and instead focus on all that is wrong. This, in turn, takes your mind and body to a dark place. Though you may not be able to control everything that happens in your life, you can make a conscious decision to take back your happiness. By doing small things for yourself like those to be discussed below, you’re making a deliberate effort to put a smile on your face. Little Ways to Put a Smile on Your Face Take a Walk Outside It’s often the simplest things that can put a smile on your face that gets overlooked. Believe it or not, simply stepping outside and taking a walk can improve your happiness. The sunlight provides the body with vitamin D, a vitamin that is not only responsible for strong bones but it also helps to regulate mood and ward off symptoms of depression. Take a ten-minute stroll through your neighborhood. Breathe in the fresh air, let the sun hit your skin (don’t forget sunscreen), be in the moment, and watch that frown turn upside down. Listen to Music Music is very good at evoking emotions. When you’re trying to lift your spirits, listening to your favorite song, positive, or uplifting songs, you immediately begin to feel better about whatever you’re going through. Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth Too much sugar isn’t good for your mind or body. Having a bit on occasion, however, isn’t bad. If you feel yourself getting stressed out or down about something, treat yourself to something sweet. You can order sweets online from a San Diego-based chocolate website, go for ice cream, head to the bakery, or make one of your favorite desserts at home. If chocolate, ice cream, cake, or cookies don’t put a smile on your face, what will? Do a Kind Act for Someone Inner peace and happiness don’t just come from the things you do for yourself, it can also be found when you do things for others. To see a smile on the face of someone who was in need makes you feel good deep down. You can complete a house chore for your spouse, help an elderly woman put her groceries in the car, donate to a local youth sports team, or reduce a coworker’s load by doing a task for them. Accomplish a Goal The more you’re able to evolve in life the happier you are. If you want to put a smile on your face, do yourself the favor of completing at least one goal every day. It doesn’t have to be large. If you’re trying to save more, putting $5 in a jar or savings account is a small step towards the bigger picture. Want to incorporate exercise in your life more? Take a 10-minute walk. As you accomplish these small things you build confidence. Take Yourself Out You don’t have to wait for your significant other to ask you to go out in order to be happy. If there’s someplace you’d like to go, treat yourself. You can go to a nice cafe and have lunch, go watch a movie, or go mix, mingle, and dance the night away at a nearby lounge or club. Pamper Yourself Everyone needs a little TLC to feel good about themselves and life. Pampering yourself really does wonders for your mood. You can go get a massage, a manicure, and pedicure, or get your hair done. You’ll feel so wonderful after your appointment that nothing will be able to wipe that smile off your face. Life isn’t easy for anyone. There’s always going to be something going on that can eat away at your happiness. To bring a smile on your face can be an easy task, visit here for more ideas. The trick to getting through the storm to better days is knowing how to choose to be happy. As you can see from the ideas listed above, you don’t have to be rich or have a lot of time on your hands to put a little effort into bringing a smile to your face.
Guest Blogger 2 Steps To Getting Your Ex Back 10:43 PM When it comes to previous relationships, many people have their reasons for not wanting to go back while others see potential for the relationship to start up again. Getting an ex back can be easy, but keeping them around can be a bit harder. Women get back together with their exes all the time, but not all of them stay back together. That's because whatever caused him to leave to begin with hasn't been changed or fixed. He ends up coming back to exactly what caused him to leave. For all the women who want their ex back, here's a plan to make it happen. A breakup can be hard. You're hurting and the only thing you want is your ex back. It might be clear what made him leave. You may or may not know what you need to do in order to convince him not just to come back, but to stay. Getting him to like you and really see who you are can be hard. You're feeling lost as you're dealing with being newly single and figuring out how you could possibly get him back. You're trying to tell him that whatever made him leave will no longer be an issue. And that's the first step of the plan. 2 Steps To Getting Your Ex Back Step 1: Cut All Contact As mentioned above, a break up usually starts with you reaching out to him and begging him to stay. He's likely not going to respond as he's had enough. So, for 4 weeks, he shouldn't hear a word from you. No calls, texts, messages on social media, nothing. There will be no mutual friends of his or his usual hang out places. Cutting off all contact isn't just for him, but for you. This is the time to forget about him. If you happen to think about him at all, just refocus your attention. Having no contact will benefit both of you. It gives him the space that he wants from you. If he's going to end up missing what he had with you, you have to be absent from his life. A person's absence determines whether or not their presence ever mattered. Focus on yourself and your life. Whatever is on your bucket list that you want to pursue, go for it. You can’t control why he is pulling away from the relationship. As for the no contact... If he tries to contact you, don't respond. Unless it's an emergency, it's not important. The time period has to be at least 4 weeks so that you two have space from each other. You're not cutting him off as he wants and needs to not hear from you. You need it just as much. If you're worried about him finding someone new, he isn't likely going to. If he does happen to find someone, it's not likely to last. If you happen to run into him, keep any socializing to a minimum. Whatever business you're in the middle of, excuse yourself back to it. If you have any contact with him, restart the 4 weeks and go for it again. Having no contact contributes to step 2. Step 2: Fatal Mistakes These are some instinctive mistakes that women make that ruin any chance of an ex coming back. The no contact helps you avoid these mistakes. The first mistake is letting him do what he wants. He may see no point in a relationship if you seem to not care. The second mistake is showing too much affection. You can come across as being clingy and smothering him. The third mistake is constantly contacting him. This mistake can also make you seem clingy. The fourth mistake is using pity. Don't make him think he needs to 'feel bad' for you. The fifth mistake is getting jealous of someone new. As previously mentioned, if he finds someone else, it's going to be short term. The sixth mistake is trying to make him jealous with someone new. This could make him want to fire back with someone new of his own. The seventh mistake is being hateful towards him. That'll cause him to want to stay away, not come back. The final mistake is asking him about the relationship. Whatever becomes of the relationship should be his own decision.
Weddings A Mediterranean Wedding in the Balearic Islands 10:02 AM What makes an already magical day even better? For many people, it’s travelling to a beautiful country with warm weather, breathtaking scenery and the buzz of exploring somewhere new as you take the first step into married life. The potential downside to planning a wedding in another country is that it adds to the already stressful tasks on your list, as well as having to navigate the legalities of getting married abroad. If you are hoping to tie the knot on one of the stunning Balearic Islands – Menorca, Ibiza or Mallorca – here are some of the most important factors you need to consider. A Mediterranean Wedding in the Balearic Islands Accommodation for you and the guests When travelling abroad to get married on any of the Balearic Islands, accommodation will be top of the to-do list. You might leave it up to your guests to arrange their own accommodation, but if you are travelling with family and close friends who you would like to near before and after the ceremony, consider booking one or more of the luxury villas in Balearics. You can choose a villa with enough bedrooms for everyone or even two separate villas if you and your fiancé wish to be apart the night before the wedding (and alone for the wedding night!). Choosing the best time of year While there are no restrictions on when you can get married in Spain, you should select your month carefully. The most popular period for weddings is between April and October with most taking place in June and September. If you would like your wedding during the summer, it is best to book as early a possible, for example, at least a year in advance. It’s also worth noting that if you will be getting married outside in the summer, it would be better to have the ceremony later in the afternoon to avoid the full heat of the sun. Wedding ceremonies and the rules for non-residents Unless they are Catholic, non-residents of Spain will need to be legally married in a registry office in their home country either before or after the ceremony in the Balearic Islands. If you are getting married legally at home before the ceremony, you can bring a religious leader from home to bless the marriage. If one or both people getting married are Roman Catholic and would like to be married in a Catholic church, this is allowed even for non-residents. There will be some paperwork to complete at your local church so they can send the necessary documents to the Spanish diocese. Legal civil ceremonies have to happen indoors, but non-legal blessings can take place anywhere. Civil partnerships are legal but only for people who have lived in Spain for at least 2 years. The law regarding same-sex couples changed in 2005, and they can now be legally married in Spain. Choosing a venue and caterer Whether you choose Mallorca, Ibiza or Menorca, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a venue. There are luxury hotels, fairy tale castles, breathtaking Spanish mansions, rustic farms and, of course, the natural beauty of a beach or clifftop wedding. You will also need to consider catering as although some venues will provide food, this will not always be the case. Choosing a photographer Hiring a photographer abroad is the same as hiring one at home as you need to look at their previous work to ensure their style is to your taste, but you also need to consider language. The last thing you want on the day are communication problems between the photographer and your wedding party, so make sure your photographer is bilingual. Choosing a dress While you may have already found your dream dress, you could always go for the full Spanish theme and buy your dress when you’re there. There are some beautiful bridal boutiques on the Balearic Islands such as Rosa Clará on Avinguda Jaume III or Nuestras Novias on Carrer Paraires in Palma, Mallorca, as well as department stores which stock gowns by Spanish and international designers. Hiring a wedding planner Planning a wedding in your home country can be stressful enough so imagine doing this when your venue is in another country, your suppliers speak another language, and you have to arrange travel and accommodation for all of your guests. It’s perfectly doable, but to make the process run a bit smoother, you might want to hire a wedding planner who can take care of the small details so you can focus on the big picture. Share About Life and Love with your friends!
Listicle 7 Pros Of Working From Home 10:15 PM If you love what you do, it isn't your job, it is your love affair.-Debasish Mridha If you can work in the comfort of your home doing what you love, earning more than the salary you're receiving in your stressful job, and having more freedom of time, would you try it? When I discovered that this option is possible, the introvert in me got excited. I've had my doubts. But being stuck in a taxing job, the hassle of traveling to work and the 'overworked, underpaid' kind of life got the better of me. Finally, I bid my 9-5 life goodbye. Do I have regrets? So far, zero. The work is not stress-free. There are still challenges. There's no such thing as a perfect life, right? But that decision was the best career change I've made in my life. You too will love the pros of working from home once you get a taste of it. 7 Pros Of Working From Home 1. No dress codeOf course you still have to look decent when you have a video call. I have a weekly meeting with my current client on Skype but we do voice call only. That means I still get to wear my house clothes while working most of the time. I can dress up if I want to but hey, that's why I like working from home. No one's going to judge me even when I'm in my pajamas all day. As long as I deliver my work, my clients don't care if I've showered or not. Though I do shower before I start working to wake myself up. Just thought I'd let you know before you presume I work like this 👇 Gfycat Wear anything that makes you comfortable without worrying about breaking any rules. Because you make the rules. 💡 WORKING FROM HOME TIP: Invest on a good blazer or a presentable top/shirt that you can wear during an interview or conference call. Giphy 2. Commute to work no moreThe distance between your workplace and your bed is literally just a few steps away. Some even have their bed and their home office in the same room. No more hassle of waiting for the bus or cab. No more long lines and fighting your way in the crowd so you won't miss the train. No more danger of getting robbed on your way to and from work. Most importantly, there is no need to brave the weather just to get to work and not be reprimanded by your waterproof boss. Call Center Life 💡 WORKING FROM HOME TIP: Don't work in your bedroom especially on your bed as much as possible. This will help you stay productive and avoid the temptation of taking a nap on your working hours. At the same time, it conditions your mind that your bedroom is for relaxing and sleeping. So when you step inside the bedroom, your mind knows it is time to take a snooze. ❓ How is your daily commute to work? Share your craziest story in the comments. Giphy 3. No office politics or difficult people to handleDon't we all have that one annoying person at work we dread to see? Have you not put on your headphones and blasted music in your ears to block the noise of nonsense gossip around you? And does it not irritate you when someone who works less gets recognized more just because they're drinking buddies with the boss? Is your boss a toddler trapped in an adult's body throwing tantrums when things don't go his way? How many times have you faked a smile or tried to look calm because murder is sin? Sarcasmlol When you work from home, you eliminate this kind of toxicity in your life. Giphy ⭐ LIFE TIP: If it costs you your peace it's too expensive. Unsubscribe from other people's drama. Some people are not worth your time and emotion. 4. Choose your viewWhether you want to work in front of your window, in the kitchen, or practically anywhere in your house, you can. You can even bring your laptop or paper works outside, in the coffee or pastry shop for a change, or places specially created for people working online. Giphy Or better yet... 5. Travel with your workYou can bring your work with you wherever you go as long as it's convenient and you know you can still be productive. As long as there's internet and electricity, you're good to go. New place, fresh ideas. 💡 WORKING FROM HOME TIP: If you need to bring your work on your trip, make sure to set aside a day and time for work. You don't want to ruin a beautiful holiday. Personally, I don't advise bringing your work when you travel. Not only will it add to your luggage, it also beats the purpose of vacation. Pinterest 6. More time for yourselfDepending on the nature of your job, you can finish your work either on the time agreed with your client or whenever you want. It depends on your arrangement. Since you don't have to take the time to commute from home to office and vice versa, and there's no colleague inviting you to unwind after a stressful day at work, you have a lot of extra time in your hands. If you want to keep your day productive after working, you can run errands, clean your working area, organize your files, update your blog, watch a tutorial or inspiring speech or learn from other people in the same field. Or relax. Sleep. You need it. Catch up on your reading. Take a walk. Meditate. Work out. Serve the community. Get a massage. Find a new hobby. If you like to earn more, you can use your extra time to look for another client. You are the king of your time. You do you. Giphy 7. More time with what matters mostWhen you're working at home, you get to see the people or the reasons why you're working. You have the luxury of spending quality time with your loved ones. Go on a date with your partner. Meet a friend. Spend more time with your pets. One of our dogs sleeping ON my foot while I'm working. Had to capture that precious moment in-between editing. Clingy dog #1 Clingy dog #2 Now that I'm married, I get to spend more time with my husband. He also accompanies me when I need to work outside due to inevitable instances like power outage. That's an unplanned and productive date right there. You can't have it all. Like everything else in life, nothing is perfect. There are still challenges with working at home. 💡 WORKING FROM HOME TIP: Google and YouTube tutorials are your friends. When I first started, no one in my circle is doing freelancing. But because I was determined to make the shift, I researched about it. I attended seminars. As they say, if you want something bad enough, you find a way, not an excuse. Join an awesome group of freelancers. Here's one I highly recommend 👉 The Freelance Movement Workshop. This is where I learned freelancing hacks I wish I knew earlier. Once you've found your rhythm, you keep learning and improving your skills and you don't forget your why, you will find that the pros in this kind of work far outweigh the cons. ❓ Question for you: If you're already working online, what are you struggles? What do you think are the pros of working from home? If you're not yet doing this cool job 😏😎, would you like to know how? I'll be happy to help! Comment your answer below or fill out the form. Loading…
