Listicle 5 Reasons Why Young Drivers Lose Their Licence 7:34 AM 5 Reasons Why Young Drivers Lose Their Licence If you are a young driver who has recently passed your test and obtained your licence, it’s only natural that you will be itching to hit the open road. While many young drivers follow the speed limit and the rules of the road, others violate traffic rules without considering the long-term consequences. Don't be like them. Be smart. Before you next sit behind the steering wheel, talk to a specialist car insurance broker. Imagine the feeling of freedom and confidence knowing you are insured no matter your age. Oh, the places you will see and the fun you'll have on the road!No one wants to lose their license, especially a young driver, so here are five common ways that your license can be revoked and what you can do to minimize the risk.1. Careless DrivingDriving without due care and attention will not only put other motorists and pedestrians at risk, but it could be the reason for you losing your licence. Careless driving includes running a red light, sudden braking, and overtaking on the inside. Many young drivers are known for using their phones while behind the wheel, which is one of the biggest distractions and causes of car accidents. You can receive penalties for careless driving, such as points, fines, and losing your licence. Giphy2. Reckless and Dangerous DrivingReckless and dangerous driving is when the level of driving dips far lower than what a careful and competent motorist should expect. Many young drivers like to show off to their friends and believe they’re in full control of the vehicle. However, driving or racing aggressively and dangerous overtaking can heighten your risk of a car accident and be the reason you lose your driving licence. Tenor3. Insurance OffencesLearning to drive can be costly for young drivers. In addition to driving lessons and tests, they must also pay for a vehicle and insurance. Skipping insurance can be a tempting way to save money upfront, but it's a risky gamble. Driving without insurance leaves you financially exposed in case of an accident. This means you could be on the hook for any compensation for damages suffered by others involved in the crash, including car repairs, medical bills, and even lost wages. On top of that, you could face a hefty fine, a revoked license, and even jail time.Giphy 4. Exceeding Speed LimitsWhile many young drivers are mature enough to adhere to speed limits, others lack patience, which is another reason they lose their licence. Whether on a motorway or pedestrian street, you must adhere to the speed limit. Exceeding it will not only put you and other motorists in danger, but it could also result in your losing your licence. Giphy5. Driving Under the InfluenceYoung drivers and alcohol don’t mix well. If you’re new to driving, you may think you can handle your drink before stepping behind the steering wheel. However, driving under the influence will impact your concentration levels and increase your car accident risk. Finding another car insurance policy is easier said than done if you've been convicted of drunk driving. Fortunately, companies like Quotezone can help you find a drink-driving insurance policy. You can compare drink-driving insurance quotes on their website and find out just how much the cost can vary if you have been convicted.Young drivers won’t have as much experience on the road, so you must follow traffic signs and directions, avoid drinking, and stick to the speed limit to reduce the risk of losing your licence.
Health & Wellness 5 Real Benefits Of Filtered Tap Water 5:21 AM Before you drink another glass of water...Ask yourself:"How safe is it?"Substances can seep from the ground into the water pipes. Thus, polluting your tap water without you knowing. This can lead to serious illness---and possibly even death.For this reason, you should consider drinking filtered tap water next time.What is filtered water?Filtered water is water that has been treated physically or chemically to remove impurities.What is removed during water filtration?Lead, chlorine, bacteria, calcium, minerals, and salt are separated from water during filtration. While, minerals such as magnesium, fluoride, calcium, and zinc are retained.Is it safe to drink filtered tap water?Depending on where you are, it could be either safe or dangerous to drink tap water. Here are the countries where it's not worth filtering your tap water because they have the safest, cleanest water:United KingdomNew ZealandCanadaScandinaviaSingaporeGermanyFinlandIcelandIf you're in the following countries, however, it's a different story. Don't try to drink the tap water when you visit:PhilippinesMexicoRussiaFijiChinaBrazilUkraineCubaIs filtered tap water good for you?Since impurities are removed in filtered water, it is a better choice for drinking. Consider the purest reverse osmosis water. And experience the 5 real benefits of filtered tap water. 5 Real Benefits of Filtered Tap Water 1. No more harmful chemicals Chemicals are added to water at the treatment plant. The main two are chlorine and fluoride. Chlorine kills unwanted bacteria, while fluoride reduces the incidence of tooth decay.However...Too much fluoride can lead to dental fluorosis or skeletal fluorosis, which can damage bones and joints. The levels of chlorine used for drinking water disinfection are unlikely to cause long-term health effects. But some people are allergic to it.2. Free from bacteriaWater filters are designed to collect bacteria in the water. They can capture the bacteria and prevent it from coming out of the tap. If not removed, these bacteria can cause diarrhea, vomiting, cramps, nausea, headaches, fever, fatigue, or death. 3. ConvenientYou’ve probably heard that boiling water can help improve its quality by killing the bacteria in it.Boiling water can be tedious and time-consuming.A home water filtration system can give you filtered water fast and easily.4. Improved smell and taste Tap water has a distinct smell and taste. This is due to the chemicals present. Especially chlorine.Filtered water doesn't have this problem.5. Money Saving! Finally, a valuable benefit in filtering your tap water is saving money. Initially, you'll need to invest in equipment and set up the system. Once you've done that, it only requires minor maintenance.You’ll no longer have to test your water supply to see if it's clean, has the right pH, and is safe.BONUS: More sustainable!You won't need to buy bottled filtered water anymore if you have water filtration equipment.That's reducing the use of plastic that pollutes the environment.Think about these 5 benefits of filtered tap water the next time you pour yourself a glass.
Health & Wellness Nursing For Life And Health 9:28 AM Life and health go hand in hand. To help keep you healthy, there are many healthcare classifications out there. One of the most talked-about needed and vital healthcare careers is nursing. There are skills you need to master to take care of individuals and communities to help them maintain an optimal quality of life. Nursing for Life and Health Why Basic Life Skills? First and foremost, a nurse needs BLS accreditation before they can even begin training. BLS is a basic life support course that gives nurses fundamental life support skills and knowledge. BLS includes the concepts of CPR and other life-saving techniques. One ER nurse in New York tells the story of having to use CPR and basic life skills on patients who come to the front door of the emergency room. She says, "Often, these patients are unable to breathe and need emergency CPR. We do have face coverings and oxygen masks to help with this emergency, but there are times when your BLS certification must kick in to save a life." Businesses’ Responsibilities During C OVID-19, when so many business are closed or surviving on the bare minimum, we read about nurses who are heroes. Those nurses who work countless hours taking care of patients who are infected with the dreaded virus need the support of what you can offer as a small business owner. Change your mindset and be giving and caring. Think out of the box of what you can do to make nursing easier on those who work in this field. You need to change your mindset to the pandemic mode and learn to give. A bakery in New York City took it upon themselves to donate to nurses. As nurses came off their shifts, the few remaining employees of Liberty Bakery and Deli passed out sandwiches to the medical staff. Over 300 sandwiches were passed on one night. Appreciative healthcare workers said, "How awesome," "Makes it almost worth the fight," and "Thank you for your kindness." Skills Nurses Develop Nurses everywhere share similarities in the responsibilities they have. They provide and monitor patient care, educate patients about health conditions, give treatments, and offer mediation.They are there to provide emotional support to families and patients. C OVID-19 has brought out the best in the nursing profession as nurses struggle to maintain 12-16 hour shifts taking care of tragically ill people. Their training has taken on a new meaning with this pandemic, and their responsibilities have become essential. Registered nurses are the most predominant nurses in the profession and serve a full function of patient care. They work with physicians, talk to the patient and their families, and engage in sophisticated care. RNS can be highly specialized in critical care, geriatrics, oncology, neurology, cardiology, and other key health programs. Most RNS need a bachelor’s degree and be licensed in their field. They do need to complete an accredited nursing program and pass the NCLEX-RN. Testament of Nursing You can find stories showing how vital nurses are in the New York Times, and some stories are testaments to how real the virus is.Nurses who traveled from across the U.S. to work in New York City hospitals know what C OVID-19 does to patients. Nurses rush patients to intensive care units, monitor oxygen levels, and console patients as they breathe their last breath. Nurses have been bombarded by friends and relatives in a different part of the country who do not believe the pandemic is real. A nurse in North Carolina who worked at Elmhurst Hospital in Queens said she struggles to hold back tears as family members tell her that the virus is not real. A nurse from Oklahoma City said that relatives back home wanted to know if the pandemic in New York was real. This nurse used her carefully honed skills at talking to family members of dying patients to let her hometown know that when 18-wheeled refrigerated trucks are parked outside the hospital to store bodies, the pandemic is real. Nursing is a respected profession. It requires special knowledge, preparation, skill, and caring attitudes. It is an occupation that requires advanced knowledge and grows out of society’s needs for specialized care. Even in the world of caring for the sick and dying during the C OVID-19 pandemic, nursing is an art and a science. It is dominated by those who have the right idea of service. Nursing is filled with people who skillfully care for the well and the ill, and through their relationships with the patient, keep the medical field glued together. Maybe nursing is the career for you.
Business 5 Small Business Tips To Survive And Thrive During The Pandemic 2:59 AM One moment, you're standing firm and steady; the next, you're grasping at straws. What now?That must be what everyone thought when C O V I D - 19 hit. Especially small business owners. Some companies temporarily closed, and others filed for bankruptcy because of this pandemic. So, how do you pandemic-proof your business?If you're an SMB operator trying to survive or wanting to thrive during this time, here are 5 small business tips for you:Tip #1: Put everyone's safety first. If you're a brick-and-mortar business, practice safety protocols. Open the door for your customers to lessen their surface contact.Have alcohol or sanitizer ready at the entrance.Take their temperature; if convenient, have someone ask them about their symptoms.Wear face masks (and PPEs if needed) to make your customers feel safe.Disinfect the place regularly.Have your employees checked and tested for COVID-19,Monitor your team's condition. Let them take the day off or work remotely if someone feels sick.Take health precautions seriously. A decrease in productivity is better than the whole business shutting down because of the virus spread. Tip #2: Adapt to change. Be like bamboo. Strong but adaptable. If this crisis has taught retailers something, it is to be flexible. Change with the times. Use modern technology to your advantage. Let your customers find you online. "Grocery retailers have to realize online order and click-and-collect will become 30-40% of their business," Brittain Ladd, Global Business and Strategy Consultant. Here are a few new normals most businesses are adapting to keep their businesses surviving and thriving: Operate with a skeletal workforce.Offer house delivery or partner with delivery apps.Have a pick-up or take-out-only option.Adjust your space to ensure social distancing inside your store/office.Ask customers to give the exact amount.Provide online payment options or cashless transactions.Offer subscription services. A subscription box is flourishing in the health, beauty, fashion, and pet industries.Go digital. Even companies as big as Target are turning to online shopping because of COVID.Putting up an online shop is easier than you think. There are online tutorials you can check. Or you can book a consultation with a digital marketer and plan a strategy. Tip #3: Stay connected with employees. You need your team for your business to survive. Your employees need you now more than ever, so stay connected by ensuring you have a good internet connection. If you are considering switching internet service providers or researching Suddenlink internet plans, other similar packages could help you find a good fit for your needs.Thank heavens for technology. Working remotely is now possible. Establish a work-from-home option with your team. You have the advantage if you've already created a remote work system before C OVID. However, if you don't have one, don't fret. It's not rocket science. Have clear work-from-home guidelines for your employees. Here are 3 tools you can use for productivity: Slack is an excellent tool for chatting and managing simple projects.Google Meet, Zoom, and Skype for calls.Trello is a fantastic app for keeping track of your team's daily tasks.Talk about your deliverables---who should do what, and when is it due? Clear communication is the key. More than work, ask your team about how they're coping during this crisis. Offer support. You can refer them to free mental health consultations online. Your employees should feel heard. They will take care of your business if you take care of them. Tip #4: Keep your clients/customers in the loop. Like you, your customers are trying to figure out what's happening and where they should go. Be their guide. Be the constant and regular they know they can still depend on. How do you communicate with customers while everyone's staying home? According to the International Telecommunication Union, over 4 billion people use the Internet now. That's a whopping 53.6% of the global population! Make sure someone's manning your communication channels. Set up a Messenger bot for FAQs. Have someone check message inquiries.Send emails and/or post updates about new policies, process changes, store hours, or promotions.Get their feedback. Ask your customers what they need from you as a business and what changes they want to see.Use social media to share your behind-the-scenes stories with your followers and engage with them.Customers will appreciate your effort to ensure they continue to get the service or product they need, even during this crisis. Be transparent with your company's plans. A well-informed customer is a happy customer. Show them you care and that their needs come first.Don't leave your loyal customers in the dark. Trust goes a long way.Tip #5: Give back. Some companies involve their customers in giving back to the community by asking them to donate. Human Nature offers Pledge a Package wherein you can shop online for natural hygiene kits. They will then deliver these to health workers in different hospitals. Some restaurants offer their kitchen for organizations to prepare free meals. What can you offer? Remember: whatever you give comes back to you a hundredfold. Bonus Tip: Change your mindset!Now is not the time for a victim and scarcity mentality. Now is the time to think out of the box. Your business will not progress if you stay stuck as the business owner. Condition your mind, as it is your most important asset. The more you master your mind, the more you can control your business, no matter the circumstances. The resources you have at your disposal or your skills will all go to waste if you have a poverty mindset. Take this trying time as an opportunity to grow your business and yourself. When you feel lost, return to your business's mission and vision. Why did you start? What are your goals? This crisis will end soon. But your business doesn't have to. Use these tips to help your small business survive and thrive during the pandemic. Hang in there. We're in this together. 😉
Events Finding The Perfect Wedding Dress Sleeves For Your Upcoming Wedding 12:57 AM Finding The Perfect Wedding Dress Sleeves For Your Upcoming Wedding In planning an upcoming wedding, nothing could be more exciting than finding the perfect wedding dress. All eyes will be on the bride, so she must make an impression. Finding the wedding dress is often the bride's priority after getting engaged. Or the day she realized she wanted to get married.What to consider in a wedding dress?What style should you wear for your body shape? The neckline, color, length, and material? Should you buy online or at a store?Which sleeve to choose?Attention to wedding dress sleeves reentered the bridal scene after The Royal Wedding. PinterestFrom flowy flared fabric to intricate lace detailing, sleeves are no longer only used for modesty but to add a fashion statement.Almost every collection from the recent bridal fashion week placed emphasis on sleeves. There were Victorian-inspired bishop sleeves, detachable, modern illusion lace, and many others.With so many types to choose from, here is the sleeve glossary that will make your wedding dress planning a little less stressful.Straps and StraplessStrapless gowns usually feature a straight-across or sweetheart neckline. The dress ends right above the bust and has no fabric covering the shoulder. Strapless dresses are popular among brides as they come in various silhouettes and flatter on most body shapes.Spaghetti, thick, and halter straps have delicate sleeves that support the bodice without covering the entire shoulder. Spaghetti straps are popular in ball gowns, especially with an empire waist. The straps can be easily removed and embellished to create a timeless and classic look. Spaghetti straps are the right choice for brides who want a wedding dress as close to strapless as possible but with a bit of bodice support.Finding The Perfect Wedding Dress Sleeves for Your Upcoming Wedding 1. Sleeveless Sleeveless wedding dresses are often mistaken for strapless gowns when they are more similar to dresses with straps. These dresses have wide straps over the shoulder to hold them in place. They provide more coverage than simple straps and are found in gowns with Queen Anne, jewel, high-neck, asymmetric, square, and bateau necklines. 2. Short Sleeves Wedding DressShort sleeves are versatile and the classic style for summer weddings.They are similar to a short sleeve blouse or shirt that covers the shoulder and goes around the arm, providing a great range of motion. 3. Cap SleevesCap sleeves are short and hang from the shoulder with no fabric under the arm. They give your wedding dress a cutesy and feminine touch. But when paired with an illusion neckline or soft lace, they turn chic. Cap sleeves add stability and coverage even though they cover just the shoulders. 4. Off-the-shoulder Off-the-shoulder wedding dress sleeves are a romantic and ethereal choice.The sleeves surround the shoulder, exposing skin in a sexy yet chic way. 5. Puffed SleevesPuff sleeves are a short-sleeved variation of the Juliet sleeves with a puff fitted at the bottom of the sleeve. Such sleeves are generally made from lighter fabrics to create a youthful and bohemian feel. 6. Butterfly SleevesAs the name suggests, Butterfly sleeves are loose-flowing ones fitted at the top of the arm with little to no coverage underneath – the reason they flutter! Butterfly sleeves are commonly seen on bridesmaid dresses but have made their way back to the bridal world. 7. Tulip Sleeves Inspired by the look of a tulip, this short-sleeve wraps over itself at the top of the shoulder. Usually seen in bridesmaid dresses, they are an option worth considering when customizing your wedding dress to have more coverage but with a romantic touch. Keiko Lyn8. Elbow-Length, Three-quarter, and Long Sleeves The elbow- and quarter-length sleeves are perfect for weddings in all seasons. The fabrics they use create a modern and sometimes dramatic look. They also come in soft tulle to create a structured and different feel. Some churches make it mandatory for brides to wear sleeves for the ceremony. Long sleeves are usually preferred, adding a formal feel without going overboard. Whether you prefer a vintage vibe or a sexy silhouette, long sleeves are the way to go.Wedding dress sleeves: Elbow length9. Illusion/Lace Sleeves This wedding sleeve option is excellent for brides who prefer more coverage in a sexy way. The illusion lace detailing wraps around the entire arm, from the shoulder to the wrist. They are typically made of sheer fabric and are a transparent style that won't show too much bare skin. 10. Juliet Sleeves Juliet sleeves are fitted in long sleeves with a gathered puff at the shoulders. They depict the Renaissance and Shakespearean fashions and paint the bride in a romantic light. 11. Bell Sleeves One of the top trends seen in the most recent Bridal Fashion Week runways is bell sleeves. Full sleeves open at the cuff and flare toward the wrist, creating a dramatic touch to the arm. Often, bell sleeves are long-sleeved and add a fullness that is both awe-striking and flattering. 12. Bishop Sleeves The long, loose-fitting bishop sleeves are a classic style that is full at the top with a tight cuff at the wrist. This style creates a whimsical effect and is famous for relaxed-style or bohemian weddings. 13. Poet Sleeves Poet sleeves are also known as flared/bell sleeves. They paint a romantic and feminine feel while holding true to the youthful spirit. Not to mention, they look especially great when done in sheer fabrics or soft lace. Finally, Selecting a Sleeve Style Choosing the right wedding dress sleeve style that suits your body shape is essential to your wedding planning. The sleeve fabric doesn't have to be the same as the wedding dress. You can choose from a wide array of materials like tulle, lace, or netting. Whether you need the sleeves or not entirely depends on the formality of the wedding and your personal preference. Most importantly, the sleeves you choose should make you feel beautiful and confident on your big day. This post contains affiliate links, meaning I get a commission if you purchase through my links at no additional cost. This helps me maintain my site. Thank you in advance!
Home Summer Guide To Decluttering Your Home: 4 Steps 10:06 PM Who's guilty of accumulating clutter in their house? Let's face it. [Spoiler alert for those who haven't seen Friends yet...]Even Monica Geller has this dirty little secret.EzgifCan a messy house affect your mood?A messy house can cause stress and anxiety.Clutters are eyesores. It's difficult to relax in a messy, untidy environment.Here's an interesting study:Women who live in cluttered homes were found to have higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol in their bodies.It’s time to simplify and declutter your home with these handy tips.Whatever method you use, decluttering your home is a very satisfying, therapeutic thing to do. Where to start decluttering this summer? Here are 4 steps to guide you and make your life easier.1. Clean out your cluttered closet. The best place to start decluttering is your closet. Why do you need to clean and organize your closet?Billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg and Steve Jobs are known for always wearing the same clothes.Choosing clothes for them is too trivial a decision that it's not worth wasting time and energy on. They want to avoid decision fatigue.A cluttered closet invites moths and other pests that could destroy your clothes.If you notice holes in your clothing or discover moths in your home, call in professionals like Diamond Pest Control (the go-to guy in London). If you've managed to dodge moth pests this summer, follow their clothes moth prevention tips to help keep it that way. Be ruthless when sorting out your clothing. Take everything out of the wardrobe and only return what you love and wear.Here’s a list of things you need to throw away:Anything that doesn’t fit anymore Clothes you never wore since you bought them (more than six months ago)Worn out underwear Workout clothes that aren’t comfortable or functional Odd socks Broken jewelry Old hangers Uncomfortable shoes Easy tips for decluttering your closet:Keep seasonal clothes (winter clothes) that you would still use in a separate box.Let go of the clothes you haven't worn in six months. You can donate or repurpose them.See if there are clothes that you can also sell online, in a bazaar, or in your garage.Use containers, baskets, or organizers that are pleasing to look at.If you can create a theme or color motif, do it. That will make organizing more fun.2. Tidy up the toys.Try abiding by the one-in, one-out rule. Whenever a new toy comes into the house, donate an old one that the kids don’t play with anymore. Donate toys to Great Ormond Street Hospital in London and bless the kids with their needs.Say goodbye to:Toys that aren’t appropriate for their age anymoreBroken toys Toys that have missing pieces Toys that were gifted but that your children never play with Duplicate toysEncourage children to clean up after playing. Start them young!3. Purge the pantry.People have been taking up new hobbies while locked up inside the house. Cooking and baking are some of them.Clear out the pantry and get rid of anything you don’t need. You can donate unwanted food items to your local food bank or church. The mayor of London‘s office has a lot of info about how to support local food banks during C OVI D-1 9. Get rid of the following and make cooking a lot easier: Anything that is past its use-by date Appliances and novelty tools that were never used. Tinned food that no one eats Unused serving dishes Plastic cutlery and menus from takeaways Food that isn’t clearly labeled Old spices and herbs Use containers that can be sealed securely to organize your pantry items.4. Strip back the bathroom. The bathroom should be a place of comfort and relaxation.But we sometimes collect unnecessary items there.Make an inventory and toss out the following items: Any expired medication Old toothbrushes Old makeup, especially if you’ve had it for more than six months Samples from hotels like shampoo and lotion bottles Beauty products that are not compatible with your skinBroken hair clips and stretched-out hair bobbles Fragrances that you don’t like Dry nail varnish Old bottles of suntan lotion. Old smelly loofahs and sponges. These are breeding grounds for bacteria. Don't miss out on the summer fun just because you need to clean and organize your house. Follow this easy 4 steps guide to decluttering your home and improving the quality of your life.How about you? Do you have a declutter-your-home checklist?
For Moms Choosing Educational Toys For Your Kids 11:29 PM We all love to see our children playing. The smiles on their faces put smiles on ours. Their joy is infectious. Not to mention the fact that play is one of the ways our children learn new skills. It is great that doing something they love also helps them later in life. Many parents see this and makes sure that their kids have access to plenty of toys---specifically designed to help them to learn. For example, alphabet bricks that help them to learn their ABCs. Research shows that these types of toys speed up the learning process. So, it is worth adding a few to your child’s toy chest. You can use this short guide to help you buy the right ones. Choosing Educational Toys for Your Kids Buy toys that are designed for your child’s age group A good starting point is this website. This toy retailer has categorized the toys they sell by age group. Something which is incredibly helpful. It enables you to immediately narrow down the options. You just need to browse the appropriate category and pick out the educational toys. Shop on toy sites that categorize toys by skill set Even better, that site has also started to organize the toys that they sell into learning categories. At the time of this writing, they have separate lists for science-related, engineering, creative, and adventurer toys. Providing you with another quick way to find items that your children can play with to boost specific skill sets. Ask their teachers for recommendations The next time you go to a teacher-parent evening, ask whether there are any toys you can buy to bolster your child’s understanding of each subject they are taking. This will enable you to know, for example, whether it is worth buying your child a play chemistry set or not. Often, you will be surprised by which toys have true educational merit, and which ones are not worth the money. Listen to other parents Other parents are always a great source of information. But, there is no need to stick with those in your immediate circle. Tapping into parenting forums from across the world is an effective way to pick up all kinds of tips and tricks. Including how to support your child’s learning through play. Start with this list, or do a simple search while signed into different country versions of Google. Read the research If you have the time, it is also worth reading this. It summarizes some of the recent research that has been carried out into learning through play. However you choose your child’s educational toys, have fun doing it. Look for things you can play with together. Kids love nothing better than having fun with their parents. So, be sure to choose a few educational toys you will enjoy as well. Art and craft packages, as well as STEM toys are a great example of something you can do together and both learn while doing so. Do you have a hard time choosing educational toys for your kids? Follow these tips and enjoy your playtime with them as they learn.
