Health & Wellness Five Ways To Relax This Weekend 7:00 PM In an increasingly fast-paced society, it can be difficult to slow down and relax. However, it is important to consider the effects of stress on both your physical and mental health and ensure you take the time to relax and take care of yourself properly. Below are five ways that may help you relax and get that well-deserved break this upcoming weekend. Five Ways to Relax this Weekend Catch up with friends Having a group of friends who you can trust can help you tackle your worries and concerns and offer solutions to your problems. Spending a few hours in the week to have coffee with your friends can be a great way to de-stress and unwind, celebrate successes and reminisce the old times. Travel more It can be a grand adventure abroad or a mini vacation to the next city, but regardless, traveling to a new environment will not only help you get away from the hustle and bustle of work and the city but can also help you spend time alone, or with your family and friends. What’s more, traveling is a great way of broadening your horizons and meeting new people you may otherwise never meet. It can help widen your perspective, learn new things and even help you get to know yourself more by putting you outside of your comfort zone. Enjoy your own company There seems to be a stigma attached to being alone, and it might be scary at first. There are many things you can do with a group, but sometimes, it might be better to do things alone. Plus, it can help to give yourself time away from others to reorganize your thoughts. There are many ways you can do this. Why not consider going to your local museum or art gallery and just wander around, take your time and leave as soon as you feel like it? Try eating at a restaurant by yourself or watching a film alone. By doing so, you might notice things in your adventures you may have missed when you are in the company of others. Or simply, spend the day indoors cuddled up on the sofa and watching your favorite series or films. Maybe have a glass of wine or if you’re feeling fancy, try cigars. There are many cigar deals for you to take advantage of for the next time you want to unwind. Read a book Whether for leisure or otherwise, you can never go wrong with reading a good book, and it’s a great way to pass the time. Reading stretches your imagination and helps you learn new things. Don’t limit yourself with what books you can read. If you want to learn something new, pick up a book and go at your own pace. Want to escape the real world for a while? Then immersing yourself in a fictional world will do the trick! Listen to music Listening to music has been shown to encourage positive mood, help you to regulate your emotions, and boost your attention and memory. Plus, listening to your favorite tunes can elicit happy responses. It can get you in the right mindset to complete that task you’ve been putting off or simply have it in the background as you read a book or relax. It is also a great conversation starter and can help you connect with others and make new friends. It can be difficult to slow down in today’s hectic society, but remember that your health comes first. By incorporating these in your week, you can help ease the stresses and worries that come with work and home life and maintain a balance. If you like this blog post about life and love, please share the article using the social media buttons below or on the left. Thanks!
For Moms Top Ways To Keep On Top Of Household Stress This Winter 2:00 PM When trying to keep track of a household and ensure everything’s in tip-top shape, it can be easy to forget about yourself and let the stress get to you. Especially when the winter blues start to hit. If you’re juggling parenting, your job responsibilities, and generally looking after the household, keeping track of your health is important so you don’t burn out. Otherwise, you’ll be no help to anybody.If you want to keep on top of your household stress this winter, read on! 1. Create a chore rotation. One surefire way to lessen the stress at home is by setting out a chore rotation schedule.If you find that much of your time is spent cleaning up after your family and sharing the load, you will find that tidying and maintaining your household will become more manageable. Your children don’t have to get involved with every single household task, rather share the responsibility with some age-appropriate jobs they can do.This could be unloading the dishwasher twice a week, or tidying their room, for example. Teaching them the importance of taking responsibility and ownership for their mess will only stand them in good stead for later life. 2. Prepare your meals ahead. Meal prep is one aspect of running a household that can take up much time and mental energy.Make life easier for yourself by cooking large meals in bulk and putting food in the freezer to enjoy later in the week. One idea is to prep these meals on a Sunday when you have time. You’ll be grateful when you have had a particularly long day mid-week, and you can simply take out your pre-prepared food, defrost it and add some fresh veg! 3. Schedule some me-time. If you are a busy parent and work as well, it can be easy to get caught up in various tasks every day and find no time for yourself. This isn’t sustainable over a long period, especially as you won’t be the best parent you can be if you haven’t looked out for yourself first. That’s why it's important to ensure you get enough sleep, eat well, and take every opportunity to mentally and physically reset.This doesn’t mean you stop parenting – rather, you set some time aside, so you can let any stress or tiredness go and get back to doing what you do best.Check out The Chopra Center's meditation retreats which can be the perfect setting to switch off and let go. You’re only human and can benefit from much-needed time to rejuvenate and reset. 4. Budget when you can. You can take the stress out of running a household if you regularly track your finances. Doing this will stop you from finding yourself in a tight spot when you unexpectedly need money because of family car repair or household maintenance. Depending on how much you save, this can even go towards a family vacation or trip that everybody can enjoy.There will always be various tasks to juggle when you run a household, but by planning in advance, asking for help when necessary, and taking a break, you’ll soon find yourself less stressed. How do you keep your household stress level low during winter?
Listicle 4 Things To Look Forward To This Autumn 9:00 AM Most of us are still clinging to the memories of summer. The warm weather, beach parties, vacations.Despite the chilly weather, there are still things to look forward to in this sweater weather. Read on for some Autumnal inspiration and discover 4 things to look forward to this Autumn. 1. The changing colours It might sound a bit boring on paper, but when you actually see the gorgeous colours and the seasons changing right before your eyes, it's sure to put a smile on your face. Whether you head out on a local nature trail to view the beautiful foliage or look in your backyard at your trees from The Tree Center, you can expect to see a great show.Just remember to sweep up all those dead leaves before they clog your drains and gutters. And the misty mornings and the long, beautiful hours of golden sunshine...ahh...Sure, it might be dark, miserable, and gloomy when you get up for work, but just remember to take a moment to watch the sun come up. It’ll set you up for the whole day. 2. Snuggly Sundays Rainy, blustery, and cold days go hand in hand with Autumn, and there’s something rather appealing about them. Rotten weather is the perfect excuse for snuggling under the duvet on a Sunday morning. With a cup of tea and listening to the rain lash at the windows...Bliss. Catching up on reading time, trying a new face mask, painting your toenails, or just watching TV…Maybe you could get your other half to bring you some breakfast in bed too. 3. Food So long, summer salad! We tend to opt for lighter meals during the warmer months of the year, so when Autumn rolls around, we’re looking for hearty dishes that will keep us feeling full and plates filled with warmth and comfort. We’re talking pies, stews, roast dinners, thick soups, homemade bread, and pastries, and don’t forget to add a lot of cheese! Take advantage of the veggies that are coming into the season, like pumpkins, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash. Homemade apple or pumpkin pie, anyone?4. Thinking about giving Some people refuse to mention Christmas just yet – which is understandable! But for those of us who like to be organised and get into the spirit as soon as possible, now is the time we can start looking forward to Christmas and all the wonderful treats and gifts we’re going to spoil our friends and family with. Not forgetting all those Christmas outings to see Father Christmas, visiting Christmas markets, religious services, writing your Christmas cards, nativity plays with the kids, and all the excitement that Christmas brings. Do you love Autumn? What do you look forward to this season?
Holiday What Are Engineering Christmas Cards? 5:30 AM Marketing for an engineering firm often involves sponsorship and capitalizing on face-to-face networking opportunities. Real marketing involves, creating demand, generating leads, building and nurturing relationships with clients. It’s important to capitalize off of opportunities to interact with customers such as through holiday marketing. Marketing schemes such as sending Christmas engineering cards can help you resonate in the mind of prospective and past clients. What Are Engineering Christmas Cards? What Are Engineering Christmas Cards? Engineering Christmas cards are single-page mailers that are typically used as part of a company’s marketing endeavors. These mailers are distributed to prospective clients that you are interested in doing business with and clients you've completed work for in the past. Engineering Christmas cards encompass a broad range of engineering types. These types of postcards can be custom-made and tailored specifically to your company or brand.Engineering card from Zita Are Direct Mailing Campaigns Effective in the Industrial Industry? Direct mailing campaigns are commonly used by commercial and retail service companies. Can it really benefit the industrial industry? A postcard marketing campaign can be effective at generating leads and maintaining customer relationships for any business. Direct mail marketing can be effective in engineering marketing. Thanks to recent innovations and refinements direct mail marketing is making a strong comeback. One of the biggest benefits of such a campaign is that you can expect a decent return on your investment. Postcards are relatively inexpensive to design, print in mass amounts and mail off to clients.With a relatively low initial investment, it's a low-risk marketing strategy.A print or media-based marketing scheme can cost several thousands of dollars. On the other hand, a mailing campaign is much cheaper. How to Use Direct Mailing to Market an Engineering Firm The sole purpose of any marketing campaign is to generate buzz that will ultimately lead to the growth of a business. Therefore, you’ll want to keep in mind that an effective Christmas marketing direct mailing campaign is seeking to capture the attention of prospective clients. They should be inspired to read the content that you are presenting to them and be moved to act on it. Important tips for creating quality engineering Christmas cards Who Are You Talking To? Determine who your intended audience will be.Is this campaign directed at potential clients or previous customers you’ve successfully completed projects with in the past? Companies often generate a mailing list prior to launching a direct mailing campaign or they purchase a list from a reputable company. Whatever you decide to do, producing a list will help down the niche that way you get the best leads. You can outsource marketing companies to narrow down your list of prospects based on your ideal buyer profile. Having a mailing list is crucial and it will help you save valuable time and money. Determine who the audience will be so you can tailor the message to the type of relationship you have with the recipient. You’ll never want to send past clients and prospective clients the same message. The key ingredients for a successful campaign are the right audience with the appropriate message. How Will the Postcard Look? The overall design of a marketing card is just as important as the message you are trying to send. Aim to create a design that is visually appealing and will create a good impression. Since your opting for a Christmas theme, be sure to use colors that are associated with this holiday. Use bold lettering and a good headline that attracts attention. Use of photographs. Although the postcard should look festive and interesting, you should avoid a busy design. Keep it simple. Don’t forget to brand the card with your company logo because the client needs to know who sent them the postcard.The goal is to increase your firm’s clientele and generate more revenue. What Kind of Value Will You Be Offering? Provide value to the client. Offering a promotion is a guaranteed way to get prospects and past clients to respond to your postcard. This can include a discount between a specified amount of time on the service that your firm offers, a free consultation, or an estimate. Consult with your team on what you can offer a client. They may not take your offer right away, but they may reach out in the future when they need your services. What Is the Purpose of the Postcard? Don't pitch to prospective clients.The purpose of the postcard should simply be to let them know your firm exists and that you are fully capable of handling their engineering needs. Just grab their attention. Formulate Effective Copy Good copy should connect to the reader. Use this opportunity to sell your business, tell the recipients what they can expect from your service and how it will benefit them. Without great copy, your marketing endeavors will be in vain. If you find it difficult to really capture your brand’s voice in the copy then you should consider hiring a professional copywriter who can bring your vision to life. Don’t Forget the Call to Action There should be a call to action at the end of the postcard you’re distributing. A call to action can clearly tell clients to subscribe to your website’s mailing list, sign up for a newsletter, or to make contact through the phone. The call to action should be appropriate to the audience. An appropriate call to action for a prospective client would be something low risk like subscribing to your firm’s website or signing up for a newsletter. The firm’s name, phone number, and social media information should be included on the postcard. Putting Together A Good Holiday Themed Direct Mailing Strategy What businesses you’ll be distributing your postcards to? One technique that is used in direct mailing campaigns is distributing in farming territories. Farming territories are geographic locations where your firm can expect the most business at.For an engineering firm, you might expect to generate the most business in industrial areas. Also, you can stay in the mind of past and future clients by using an additional door-to-door strategy in your direct mailing campaign. Why not consider offering branded items such as pens, magnets, or types of merchandise that have your company’s logo on them?Clients enjoy trinkets that can be useful to them and they’ll likely remember the company who sent it.It’s always a good idea to test out your direct mailing campaign in a small market to see how well it performs. If it’s difficult generating leads or making sales in a smaller portion of your intended market you will have to rethink your marketing strategy to achieve success in a larger demographic. Before you send your engineer Christmas postcards out you should take a step back and approach your marketing efforts from the stance of a customer. How would you react to the postcard being presented? Would you be interested in the promotion being offered? Will clients be excited about what you have to offer? Consider these factors before you make the next step. What Kind of Results Can I Expect? Be realistic in the results you expect.In many cases, it can take a few campaigns to really yield the results desired. You can measure how successful your campaign was by asking clients how they found about your service.Phone calls and emails that were yielded from your postcards can also be counted. Outsourced customer-based services can manage and track incoming calls that result from the postcards your company has distributed. You can also track visits to your website by making a personalized URL for each recipient so you can see if they have visited your landing page. Following up with potential clients can help you land a lot of contracts rather quickly. You can follow up a Christmas postcard with a brochure or sales letter. Get their permission to call so that you can provide more valuable information. Using engineering Christmas cards to reel in customers during the holiday season can be effective.Direct marketing aids your expansion efforts and should be used in combination with other marketing strategies on a consistent basis to generate more leads.Remember to align your brand's message with the marketing materials for more effective marketing. Get Help Because direct mailing campaigns can be time-consuming and overwhelming. It may help to partner up with direct mailing companies that can handle the bulk work of the design, creation, printing, and mailing aspects. Ready to send engineering Christmas cards to clients?
Health & Wellness How To Ensure Your Skin Glows This Winter 12:32 AM Winter is coming. With the colder temperatures and climates around the corner, it is time for you to prepare not only your wardrobe but also your skin for a harsher environment. Scarves and coats can keep you warm, but our faces are usually left unprotected by strong winds. It can leave our skin sore and dry; it can irritate us and cause some of us pain. However, seeing as everyone’s skin is different, there is no one size fits all approach we can use. We have to find a routine and the products that work for us. How To Ensure Your Skin Glows This Winter Choose the Right Moisturizer As you may already know, one key issue is that you're susceptible to dry skin during the winter. This is because the humidity levels usually drop and the air outside is cold and dry. As a result, the water in your skin evaporates a lot quicker ensuring your skin feels dry and looks flaky. In light of this, if you want your skin to glow this winter, you should look for an effective moisturizer that works with your skin type. Some of the best moisturizers to use during winter can be purchased online or at local retailers. Get Rid of Scars Some of us suffer from acne, or have done in the past. There are ways for you to get rid or minimize the scarring you may have endured. Nowadays there are many face washes and cleansers purposely created for those who have or have had acne in the past. As voted by Glamor Magazine, one of the best acne face washes is Kate Somerville, where you can find an effective acne face wash that can help prevent the scars from developing in the first place. Eat the Right Fats If you’re wondering what fat has to do with glowing skin, the two are related more so than you may think. A lack of fat can dry out your skin, so you should ensure that you’re consuming enough healthy fats every day. In case you need a few ideas of healthy fats that you can eat, some include avocados or six ounces of salmon on a daily basis. In addition to this, perhaps try eating nuts such as almonds, cashews or walnuts. Exfoliate Taking the time out to exfoliate during the winter can be a great idea if you want your skin to glow. Seeing as you’re likely to have dry and flaky skin as mentioned above, it’s a great way to get rid of all of the dead skin cells so that new ones can come in. Don’t forget to heavily moisturize after exfoliating your skin. You should also try and avoid abrasive scrubs with uneven textures as they can cause tears in the skin. Instead, consider using jojoba beads as they’re uniform in shape and size. If you want your skin to glow in and out of season, it’s imperative that you take the time to look after it. As mentioned above, this could mean finding an effective routine or learning to eat foods that help improve the appearance of your skin. In the process of doing so, you should see that your skin looks great all year round, especially this winter. If you like this blog post about life and love, please share the article using the social media buttons below or on the left. Thanks!
Dogs How To Keep Your Dog Happy While You Are At Work 5:00 AM How To Keep Your Dog Happy While You Are At Work You work hard to give your dog a good life. But dogs know when you’re leaving them for work. Puppy dog eyes get activated.No matter how much verbal reassurance you give your fur baby (complete with behind-the-ear scratches), the look of betrayal on their face never makes leaving easier. So, let’s look at ways to keep your dog happy while you're at work. How to Keep Your Dog Happy While You're at Work 1. Keep unsolicited callers away A knock at the door is usually enough to send most pooches into a mild panic. Barking, growling, excited running from room to room, and jumping up at the door is all part of the routine.But you'd rather this didn't happen especially if you're not there.There is quality Do Not Disturb signs out there that you can buy online. Keep your dogs at peace and happy while at work by keeping unsolicited callers away. 2. Turn on the TV Create a distraction by leaving the TV on.They may not be interested in the storylines in Friends, but the constant chatter on a medium volume should be enough to help keep your dog happy while you're away.Documentary channels in particular are a safe choice for all-day shows with their calming or neutral narration. 3. Hire a dog walker Hiring a dog walker is a great solution to your dog’s natural restless energies. A full walk could help them to peacefully nap.Check your local services online. There are great apps that you can download, hooking you up to professional dog walkers in your area.Let them go on a walk with a trusted dog walker so they can be entertained while you're working.4. Keep them calmDogs get antsy when you leave them at home. Before going to work, try to help your dogs relax. There are many ways you can calm your dog. Play relaxing music or leave the TV on.Give them their favorite toy or clothes with your scent.Check out natural supplements like some of the best CBD oil dogs need to relax.CBD has properties that affect your dog's brain receptors that produce soothing or calming effects.If you have the time, take them for a quick walk or play with them to release some of their energy. It will also make them tired so they'll rest while you're away. Extra Tip: Dogs love the company of other dogs. If you have the resources and the room to spare, look into adding a rescue dog to your family.Your local shelter has old dogs, young dogs, dogs of all sizes and breeds, and they’d all love the chance to go home with you today. This way you don't only keep your dog happy while you're at work. You also help save a life.
Listicle Planning a Vacation to San Diego? 5 Fun Activities to Look Into 12:00 AM San Diego has a coastal seat, a sunny climate, and a unique blend of American, Italian and Mexican culture, so it’s no wonder you’re planning a vacation there. If you truly want to make the most out of your time in ‘America’s Finest City’, however, then you have to be heading down there with a list of things to do — if you don’t, as there’s just so much to do, you’d no doubt miss out on something special. To help you draw up your very own itinerary, make sure to check out the five fun San Diego activities found below. Planning A Vacation To San Diego Visit the San Diego Zoo If you’re a lover of the animal kingdom or just an all-round lover of the zoo, then the world-renowned San Diego Zoo should be high on your list of things to do when you head to this part of the world. On the 100-acre land that the zoo owns, you’ll be able to find over 4,000 types of animals, most of which are rare and some of which are even endangered. There’s also a prominent botanical collection of exotic plants to be found on the plot of land, too, meaning all green fingers that vacation here will no doubt get their fill. For a different kind of animal experience, the San Diego Safari Park, with all of the safari-style tours that it offers, is situated nearby. Head on the Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones tour A favorite you can find through San Diego tour guide is the Tequila, Tacos and Tombstones tour. This tour is an adventure that you can’t miss when you vacation in this corner of the U.S. If you’re big on your history then you’ll be in luck when you head on this tour, as you’ll get to visit Old Town, a place that is commonly known as the ‘Birthplace of California’. As well as that, you’ll learn everything there is to know about the Spanish missionaries, and you’ll get to eat and drink some of Mexico’s finest exports. Have a beach day No matter what part of San Diego you find yourself, if you head west, you’ll find yourself at the beach. The best beach out of the bunch, however, is La Jolla, and this where you should resolve to have your vacation beach day. Here, you can go ocean kayaking and tide pool-hopping. Check out the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier San Diego has a wealth of military ties, and if you want to learn a little bit about them, then you should visit the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier. Here, you’ll hear an account about what it took to get this 972-foot-long carrier up in the air from someone that was actually involved in the first flight (and it’s some story to hear). Balance your mind with a spot of Reiki energy healing If all that fun you have in San Diego ends up taking its toll on you, then you might benefit from indulging in a bit of rest and relaxation before your vacation is over. If you’re looking for a more relaxing experience, you can look into what is known as Reiki energy healing, which will help you to do just that. Found at the Apotheque Lifestyle Spa in nearby Oceanside, this type of massage will get to work in balancing your energy levels. So, make sure to fit it in your travel plans before your San Diego adventure draws to a close. From the zoo to tequila to war stories, a vacation in San Diego need never be boring… not for one second! When you're done in ‘America’s Finest City’, why not head south of the border into the Mexican city of Tijuana? The good times need never come to an end! If you like this blog post about life and love, please share the article using the social media buttons below or on the left. Thanks!
