Health & Wellness 5 Simple Ways to Destress At Your Desk 3:18 PM 5 Simple Ways to Destress At Your Desk Hours spent in front of your computer every day. Zoom fatigue. Dreadful deadlines.On a scale of 1-10, how stressed are you? Sadly, not everyone has the means and time to go on vacation to relax and unwind. So, how to destress yourself after work or while still sitting at your desk?You can do some activities to cool off when the going gets tough. Try these 5 simple ways to destress at your desk and reduce anxiety. 1. BreatheWe often take our breathing for granted. Not knowing that proper breathing can help calm our minds and bodies. Deep breathing sends a message to your brain to relax. It's one of the best ways to lower your stress level.Before you open another URGENT email...Before you respond to that irate customer review...Before you start on your tedious task...Remember to take a deep, relaxing breath.Follow this breathing exercise GIF from Do You Yoga:2. Play good musicGood music means melodic, calming tunes and fun, encouraging lyrics. But if loud rock music is your cup of tea, go ahead and have a dose of it. Just be careful not to listen to lyrics promoting violence or hatred, as it could rile you up instead. Psychology Today reports the immediate psychological and medical benefits of music: increased happinessless stressreduced depression symptomsgreater autonomy (self-directing freedom)increased competence, hope, and optimism Giphy 3. Play gamesAll work and no play make Jack a dull boy. Playing games can keep your mind off the cause of your worry or stress. If only for a little while. There are many online games to choose from that suit your mood. Playing games (in moderation) is beneficial. Games can boost your memory and creativity, help you make faster decisions, and lessens stress. Be sure to time yourself so you stay focused and remember your tasks. Giphy 4. Eat mood-lifting foodsGood news! You can eat your way out of stress. Have you heard of Kratom? Higher doses of this herb can have a mild euphoric effect — helping to uplift the mood and promote better clarity of thought. You can find more information about this plant on Kratom.org.The following can also help boost your mood:dark chocolatesfruits: strawberries, blueberries, citrus, acerola cherries, and avocadohigh in fiber vegetables: broccoli, kale, Swiss chard, Brussel sproutsherbs and spices: chamomile, turmeric, saffron, passionflower, parsleynuts: almonds, pistachio, walnutsDrinking certain herbal teas can also help you relax. Buzzfeed 5. Stay optimisticSometimes, things don't go our way. Choose to be happy. Worrying or stressing out will not solve the problem. It will only delay you from finding a solution. Moreover, it could cloud your judgment. So, cheer up.Breathe, sing, play, eat, and be merry. Giphy Bonus: Color your worries awayForget about the deadlines and clients for a while. Instead, take out your coloring pens and adult coloring book.Here are some reviews:"I have anxiety and ADD, which helps calm me down and keep me occupied for an extended period so I can relax and regroup.""It has been integral to keeping my anxiety and depression at bay.""Each one leaves you feeling happier about the day when you sit this book down." How do you destress at your desk? Share your tips in the comment below! This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you make a purchase after clicking on a link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Travels When In Guimaras (Part 1) 7:00 PM When in Guimaras, enjoy the simple province life and world-class beaches. Guimaras is an island province in the Philippines in the Western Visayas Region. For a place with only more than a hundred thousand people in population or 750 inhabitants per square mile, it's a rich island. What I like most about Guimaras is the simplicity of the people, their adapting to change and commerce without compromising their natural resources, their extraordinarily sweet mangoes (!), and their magnificent pristine beaches (!!!). No wonder it's a favorite vacation destination of foreign visitors and locals alike. So many things to do and see when in Guimaras. (Click individual image to view in full size) When in Guimaras... Visit the smallest plaza in the Philippines Only a short distance from Jordan Guimaras port is the smallest plaza in the Philippines. It used to be the smallest plaza in the world. I couldn't, for the life of me, find our photo so I just borrowed this from trixiereyna.com. Why I like it: I'm an eternal student. I've always been fascinated by record breaking places and a little trivia. See the windmills in San Lorenzo Located in Brgy. Cabano, San Lorenzo, the windmills of Guimaras is another famous tourist spot. They're scattered around the place so our tour guide brought us to the highest spot for better viewing. Why I like it: It's perfect for selfies or group pictures, but what I like most about it is that the island is benefiting from the sustainable energy the windmills produce. Way to go, Guimaras! That mandatory group jump shot Eat fresh mangoes Guimaras mangoes are the sweetest! You MUST try their fresh mangoes when you visit there. Why I like it: Try it and you'll know why. Visit National Mango Research And Development Center Too bad it's not harvest season when we visited. But we did take a dope picture courtesy of our tour guide: Why I like it: I got to see where the magic of their world class mangoes is born so to speak. Try Mango pizza at The Pitstop I know it sounds weird. Mango pizza? I was in doubt...until I've tasted it myself. It's yummy! Their pasta with mango sauce is also a winner according to a friend of mine. Why I like it: I expected blah but it's unique and surprisingly good. Have some quiet moment at the Trappist Monastery Ever since I was in college, I've heard so much about Trappist Monastery. If you want some quiet time with the Lord, or some break from the world, visit the Trappist Monastery. They also have a store where we bought some delicacies and souvenirs. The monks themselves cook and make them. We mostly bought dried mangoes (not in photos). Why I like it: I love me some peace and quiet and this is the best place for that when in Guimaras. Have a photo shoot at the Guisi Lighthouse (Ruins) The old Guisi Lighthouse has become a popular sight for photo shoots. In fact, there were people taking prenup and graduation photos when we came to the place so we had to wait for our turn. Why I like it: There's something about the ruins by the ocean that's simply breathtaking. Go island hopping! We went to a total of 6 beaches in Guimaras. And with Guimaras, that's just scratching the surface. There are SO many islets and beaches to see! It's worth all the sunburn I got. I wanted to include the island hopping in this post but realized it will be too long. I don't want to make the page load too slow because of the photos and links. Check out When in Guimaras Part 2 as we go island hopping. Here's a sneak preview: When in Guimaras, it's a sin not to see the beaches, or try their fresh mangoes. Visit Guimaras and you won't regret it. Photos from my and my friends' smartphones Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Dating Samara Brides And Easy Steps To Transform Your Life 7:17 AM Samara Brides And Easy Steps To Transform Your Life What Samara has to offer? In real life, all the good men are already taken. But in virtual reality, there are millions of men who are looking for a family oriented women who values traditional family life and seeks for quiet life with loving husband and children. Western and US men are ready to provide their families with high quality of life in exchange for happy marriage and faithful wife. All these appealing features are gathered in Slavic women who were raised in families filled with respect and love. These attractive ladies will teach you how to reach happiness and to transform your life. This one of the largest Russian cities, apart from picturesque landscapes and large amount of tourists’ attraction has great quantity of beautiful and single girls. As any regular girl, these ladies dreams of a big mutual love that will last forever. Any man who is interested in samara brides dating will find that these women obtain great personal traits apart from being gorgeous: they are gentle and caring, always thinking about their loved ones well-being. Family is a main priority and they are looking forward to motherhood. Online dating in Samara With the development of various online dating possibilities, chances of meeting compatible single individual have hugely increased. With the help of gadgets we have a 24/7 access to our dating profiles in order not to miss a perfect mate. With love and romance, we wish to improve our lives, fill them with meaning. We are sure that love will make us better, forget all negative experience and failures of the past. This is partially correct, but at the same time it is vital to realize that all improvements demand hard work. Those men who wish to expand their dating horizons and decided to look for a Russian wife may find a lot of appealing girls at various reliable dating services as Kovla. Habits that will transform your personal life Happiness is contagious as well as attracts people. If this is exactly what you are looking for – chance of improving already existing attraction or appreciating your relationship, here are some useful tips that will transform your reality and fill your like with new exciting experience: Stop comparing your personal relationship with others. Everyone has his own destiny and is dealing with their own problems. You can never tell what is going on in another family; Spend more time talking to one another and sharing some silly secrets. Take long walks, savor the silence; Participate in activities together: practice yoga, cook together, attend language courses, meet new people; Don’t let the everyday routine engulf you – travel more or spend time separately with your respective group of friends. This way you will learn to miss one another and experience genuine happiness when meeting again. It takes the right attitude along with actions to change your being for the better and fill it with new emotions. Post may contain affiliate links. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Books Overcome Failures And A Free eBook Giveaway 8:00 AM What you think about your story greatly influences how you tell it. -Dr. Ifeoma Samuel Competition has ended. Congrats Jayson Santos for winning! Overcome FailuresFailure is a topic many people---myself included---can easily relate to. How many times have I failed in life? I lost count. Bruised. Battered. Badly wounded. Scarred for life. Not so different from most of you, I presume. But hey, here we are. Still standing. Still smiling. What keeps me going?I'm too stubborn to let life knock me down. I chose to be happy a long time ago. That, and God's grace. Mostly His grace. You know who else is an expert in overcoming failures? My friend Ifeoma. If you've been a follower of this blog (I am eternally grateful to you), you might have read her guest article Ultimate 30 While In Your 30’s Checklist. Guess what? She's launching her new book Overcome Failures: Get Back On Your Feet. It comes with a companion study. So, you don't just read her story and reflections, you get to write down your own reflection from your own story. Reading it feels like you are walking in your journey and Ifeoma is there to hold your hand every step of the way. Such a gift she is. And her book. eBook giveaway! Speaking of gifts, I am giving away a free copy of her eBook Overcome Failures and a companion study! This is Ifeoma's offer for the launch of her book. The book launch is on August 16. This giveaway is open internationally. Enter below and be blessed with this amazing and uplifting eBook. Overcome Failure Book and Companion Study Giveaway What's your back-on-your-feet story? Click to read the Goodreads reviews here. You can pre-order the book here until the book launch on the 16th of August, 2016.
Travels Top Places To Visit In Austria 7:59 AM If you are planning your trip to Austria and do not know where it is better to go there. Click here – Find a tourist list with restaurants, fkk hotels, and museums. Guide for Tourists – What to See in Austria Despite the modest size of its territory, Austria has lots of attractions for its tourists – both natural and man-made. The country offers almost all types of tourism – from cultural sightseeing and marching to gourmet trips. Also, make sure to visit fkk hotel establishments as this type of relaxation has become quite a hit lately. Talking about the beauty of nature in this country, it is all right here, in the cities surrounded by mountain Alpine peaks, blue lakes, forests and meadows, the best examples of classical music have been created. And it is not surprising that the great composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert and Johannes Brahms found their inspiration in this charming place. The country landscapes are especially beautiful in summer when hikers can flock to national parks and Alpine meadows. Nevertheless, Austria is extremely popular in winter as well since there are many ski resorts. As for gourmet trips, resting in the big cities, you can create a rich sightseeing program for a few days. You can visit the royal residences and palaces, go to interesting museums, see the Vienna State Opera, the National Library, and the Hundertwasser House. Those who are the bravest can even view the shocking exposure in the Pathology Museum. And it's still nice to stroll around spacious squares and main streets, which are usually architectural monuments, and everything is steeped in history, including the local shops and restaurants. The most popular attraction in the capital of Austria, Vienna, is Lovely St. Stephen's Cathedral, which is a symbol of the city. However, the Vienna Belvedere Palace, Schönbrunn Palace complexes and the Hofburg are some other places that are worthy your attention. When planning a travel route through Austria, it is possible to get acquainted with the lists of sites of major tourist cities of Salzburg, Graz, Baden, Tyrol and other regions. Each of them has its own specific places to visit and see. For example, a good place to visit in Salzburg is Wellcum where you can rest with your soul and body. The place is famous for its varied saunas that have a rejuvenating effect on the body, restoring energy and strength. This article was submitted by site supporter and may contain affiliate links. Photos from the author. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Events Basic Invite: Party Planning Mom's Best Friend 8:00 PM Every child deserves to feel special and loved. They deserve to be celebrated. As a mom, it seems like there is always an event to plan. With the event always comes the invitation. Whether you’re a new mom looking for the perfect baby shower invite or throwing your little one’s first birthday party, you’re looking for an invitation that your loved ones will fall in love with. Every party planning mom's best friend There are tons of sites online that offer tons and tons of invitations, and scrolling through the countless amount of options can all start to look the same. That’s why there are sites out there like Basic Invite who are dedicated to serving up completely one of a kind, customizable stationery to mom’s everywhere. From gradation announcements, birth announcements, baby shower invites, first birthday invites, or even invitations for your child’s Bar Mitzvah; Basic Invite got you covered! Finding the invite that’s perfect for you can get a bit overwhelming. Some sites don't have hardly any color options, nor has a customizable option. Customize it! Not the case at Basic Invite! Once you select a design you can change the color of each element on the card to over 160 different color options! With the ability to customize your card down to the tiniest of details, you’re bound to create the card of your dreams. Being a mom is a busy job. And there’s the risk of ordering something online, only to have it arrive looking nothing like the way it appeared online. That’s why Basic Invite offers customers the ability to order a custom sample of their actual invite! This gives you 100% “love it” guarantee. If there’s anything you aren’t happy with when the invite is in hand, make the changes you need to make sure everything is perfect. One way to go above and beyond with impressing your child’s loved ones is to choose a colored envelope to match your customized invite with a customized envelope! With over 40 different colored envelopes, your loved ones will have never been so delighted to receive a bright and vibrant piece of mail! Sealed with love Basic Invite also knows what a pain it can be to have to lick countless amounts of envelope, that’s why each of the envelopes are peel and seal! This will save you lots of time… and lots of licking. Basic Invite is truly every party planning mom’s best friend. Head over to Basic Invite now to create a truly special and personal announcement you will hold on to forever! This article was submitted by site supporter and may contain affiliate links. All photos from Basic Invite. Author: Brakell Willey is the Social Director for Basic Invite and spends her days writing about love, family, and the best way to celebrate all of life’s biggest moments. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Fashion & Style Trending Now: Boho Chic Style 8:00 PM Fashion is OK for five days, one minute, six months, but style is for the rest of the life. -Stefano Gabbana A guest blog by beauty & fashion writer Peter: Boho has been really popular in recent years and it continues to make its way in fashion. This summer, boho chic style made the streets and shops filled with colors and stylish combinations. Like any other style reminiscent of the past times, boho chic also added its own twist to the whole concept of expressing one’s individuality. Why is this trend so popular? Not many fashion trends managed to survive as long as boho did. This is most probably due to its versatile nature and open declaration of individuality. While many other styles have to be adjusted or completely cast away for different occasions, boho can make its way through to the most elegant and important of events, as well as serve as a casual laid-back style on lazy days. Casual boho chic This style is not only popular among younger generations but also finds its respective place in the wardrobe of more mature ladies. This is precisely because it is so easy to throw on an outfit that will express the fine fashion sense and all its details perfectly. Loose tops with lace or colorful patterns are appealing to a vast number of fashionistas regardless of their age. The same goes with flowy and flattering maxi dresses that are really comfortable in the summer. Of course, denim or lacy shorts are also a big hit this season. Paired with a bunch of jewelry depending on one’s personal tastes and preferences, this is truly a style that anyone can make their own and unique. For a complete casual feel, opt for flat footwear such as converse shoes, strappy sandals or even loose boots. Elegant boho chic Moving from the casual, almost subculture kind of vibe is exactly what made this style so timeless and popular. Dresses, skirts, tops and even pants are designed in such a way that they are perfectly suitable for a more formal occasion or generally for those who value elegance above everything else. Colors are usually neutral while patterns are achieved with different shades of the same color. Lace is really big part of the romantic look in this case. What’s more, flat footwear is not the only option anymore. With new designs and cuts, it is absolutely possible to complete your boho look with some stylish wedges or cool high heels. Great accessibility What makes boho style so cool and unique, apart from this trend being made to express one’s personality, is the fact that different bits and pieces of clothing that might even belong to a different style are easily incorporated in a perfect outfit. Folk, tribal prints, grunge, vintage and many more styles can be considered boho nowadays and paired with anything. No wonder thrifting has become so popular and there are even many stores and online boutiques that strictly sell vintage clothing. What’s more, one can visit handmade goods marketplace in search for some of the high quality yet completely unique garments that would enrich any outfit with the intricate details, amazing patterns and spectrum of colors. How to make this style your own The important thing about boho is the already mentioned aspect of strong individuality and personal touch. Therefore, never try to simply copy what someone else is wearing but put some effort in choosing your own preferred garments that you will feel most comfortable in. With so many choices in the stores you’ll definitely find something that suits you. The essence of boho style is being able to enjoy yourself as well as your sensibility to the fullest. Shopping for clothes and putting together an outfit isn’t a tedious task anymore but a fun and engaging endeavor that helps you show your true colors to the world without fear. Every time you go on a hunt for a new piece can become a little adventure where you get to know yourself even better. That’s the true beauty and glory of chic boho fashion. About the author: Peter is a beauty & fashion writer at Shlur LAPALME magazines, living in Brisbane and London! Besides that, he worked as a fashion intern for many fashion events and magazines. His future plans are in creating a personal business for beauty & style advising. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email