Guest Blogger 3 Tips To Make Life Stress Free 7:00 PM Getting stress out of your life takes more than prayer alone. You must take action to make changes and stop doing whatever is causing the stress. You can learn to calm down in the way you handle things. -Joyce Meyer Stress is a potential threat to our emotional and physical health. But how do you make your life stress-free when every aspect seems exposed to it? Here are some tips that can help you avoid stress, relieve anxiety, and be worry-free. 3 Tips To Make Life Stress Free 1. Things You Should Keep Close: Stress Diary A stress diary is very effective in managing stress. You can jot down the date, time, and what you were doing, and what type of feelings engulfed you during the stressful episode. Give ratings to each episode and analyze them after some time to understand the triggers of stress. By doing so, you can easily identify what causes stress in your life and maintain distance from them. HouseplantHouseplants are a natural healer and reliever for stress. Research has shown that simply looking at greenery can reduce stress. Another Washington research proved that when stressed-out people entered a room with many plants, their blood pressure levels dropped by four points. Keeping houseplants like Jasmine, Peace Lily, English Ivy, and Lavender, etc. can help you live a stress-free life. Grateful List Keeping a list of things that you are grateful for can always help you feel happy about your life. Include the little things like your family, meal, job, etc., that you are grateful for in life. Every time you feel stress cropping up, take a look at your grateful list. Soothing Playlist A playlist with soothing songs should always be on the phone, iPod, or computer all the time. It is believed that classical music can slow the pulse rate, lower blood pressure, and lead to a sufficient reduction in the secretion of stress hormones. Listening to such songs or any other songs that you like can increase dopamine and reduce the stress in life.Natural stress-relieversNature offers amazing stress-relievers. Oil extracts from lavender, chamomile, bergamot, neroli, sandalwood, orange, and jasmine are used in supplements, tea, creams, and even candles to help promote sleep and relaxation.There's also CBD oil that has been shown to alleviate depression and reduce stress. When it comes to choosing CBD products, choose the one with the highest standards in quality backed by customer feedback like Blessed CBD so you're sure to get the benefits you need.2. Things You Should START Doing Owning Up To The Mistakes One of the biggest stimulators of stress in working people is, knowing that you’ve done a mistake and anticipating what’ll happen when the boss finds out. The stress generated by this can hamper the state of mind and reflect in work as well. Owning up to the mistake as soon as possible can help you beat the stress. Agreed, the problem won’t be solved, but the prolonged period of stress would be over soon. Living In The Moment Overthinking and over-analyzing every little situation, be it what happened in the past or what may happen because of present actions, is also a cause of stress. Avoid this stress by starting to live in the moment. What happened in the past taught you the lesson it was supposed to and you certainly cannot change what’s about to happen in the future. So stop worrying and start living in the moment. Physical Activity Physical activities are a huge stress buster. Not just physical exercises and work out but simple walks, dance moves, outdoor games, aerobics, swimming, yoga, etc., are also a great way to live a stress-free life. Don’t think of it as a burden but enjoy the physical activity to achieve the best results. Saying ‘No’ Saying ‘yes’ to everything can stress out everyone. Learn to say ‘NO’ to things you don’t like doing. Everyone has certain limits and trying to do things out of the bounds can lead to unnecessary stress. Start saying ‘no’ to the things that you don’t like and are not obliged to do. 3. Things You Should STOP Doing OveranalyzingThe first thing that anyone trying to have a stress-free life should stop doing is overanalyzing things. Overanalyzing things that haven’t happened yet can cause a lot of stress. Remember, ‘today you have today’s energy, tomorrow you have tomorrow’s energy, so why to waste today’s energy on tomorrow’s issues. Stop predicting the future and start dealing with things as they come to say goodbye to stress. Being with people who have a problem for every solution Negative people tend to spread negativity and make life stressful. People who critique everything you do or say or those who always sing out their woes would always make you stressed. Stop surrounding yourself with such negative people out of obligations or courtesy. Find people with whom you can connect and feel happy. Choosing perfection over uniqueness One of the biggest stress creators in life is trying to be perfect or achieve perfection. No one can be perfect so stop stressing out. Setting reasonable standards for oneself can help in avoiding a lot of stress. Keep your aim high but do not set your standards so high that they become a cause of stress in life. Wasting energy on holding past grudges None but the person who holds on to grudges suffers the most. One might feel that holding grudges and anger against someone might be troubling them but in reality, it is you who suffer when you hold on to any grudges. Take off any grudges as soon as possible. Forgive. Life is too short to be wasted in stress.“Remember, most of your stress comes from the way you respond, not the way life is. Adjust your attitude, and all that extra stress is gone.” Follow the tips listed above to help make your life stress-free. About the Author: Ankit Gupta manages ExporteresIndia.com, a leading B2B portal in India. Even after having a lot of responsibilities on his shoulder, Ankit still manages to live a stress-free life. He has jotted down his mantra for a stress-free life in this write-up. You can follow Ankit on his LinkedIn and Facebook handles to read other insightful blogs written by him.
Travels Amazingly Beautiful Places To Visit In Your Trip To Thailand 10:46 AM Asia is known throughout the world for its different cultures and beautiful way of life. In the recent years, many westerners have taken a keen to the Asian countries. They love to see an environment that is totally different from their own. It often is kind of exotic to them. Thailand vacation rentals are easily available to them at affordable prices. Luxurious holidays in the Southeast Asian countries should definitely be on everyone’s bucket list. It isn’t about just the holiday. When you fly to a work that is unknown to you, we experience a lot more. Thailand is one such country that has flourished quite a bit in the recent years. They have made themselves known to the world and has grown in the economy. One of the strongest points of the country is their tourism. All of Thailand is filled with beautiful, scenic terrains and wonderful oceans. So, if you are thinking of a different experience, Thailand may become a good choice. Amazingly Beautiful Places To Visit In Your Trip To Thailand When we think about Asia, we always get reminded of the overpopulation and poverty. But it is actually quite opposite when you visit the country. Thailand is one of the most beautiful places that you can ever visit. So, we have listed some of the best places that you can visit in Thailand. We hope it helps in thinking beyond the stereotypes attached to the country. The Phuket Province If you have always seen those photos of amazing blue waters and caves then Phuket is an amazing place to visit. You will experience those picture perfect territories with your own eyes due to the natural wonders. Phuket has cave, rainforests, and mountains on it and is surrounded by the beautiful Andaman sea. It is also the largest island in the country of Thailand. Visiting Phuket is a must when you are in Thailand because it is just amazingly beautiful. The sunsets and dips in the blue lagoons will remain in your memory forever. Some must visit points are the Kata Noi Beach and Freedom Beach. One can also visit the amazing Phi Phi island of Phuket. It is one of the most beautiful places that is found in Thailand. Phuket has won many awards for being a tourist destination in Thailand. Koh Samui Island Notable for being a fishing town, the place looks spectacular. It is known throughout the world because of its palm-lined white beaches. It is also more affordable than other places in Thailand. Several music festivals are held in this place. One can find resorts or luxury hotels quite easily. Spend the whole day beside the ocean or try your hands on scuba diving. You can also catch a cabaret show if you are in the mood for it. One of the best features of the place is their food. Dig into the local cuisine and you are bound to like it. Their Thai-style curries are the best and most authentic. Chiang Mai This is the largest city that you will find in the north of Thailand. It is most noted for its temples and unique architecture. It is quite a creative city and has even bagged awards because of it. Wat Chiang Mai is the oldest temple present in the city and it is very beautiful. But other than that there are over 300 more Buddhist Temples that one can experience in Chiang Mai. So, be prepared with your umbrella and water bottle when you visit the city. You should also visit the Night Bazaar which is colorful and great to taste the local cuisine. Pattaya The city is modern and fun and efficiently pulls in the youths. Known quite a bit for its nightlife, the city is indeed beautiful all day long. The beaches are very beautiful and serene. But other than you can find the wooden temple called the Sanctuary of Truth. The walking street holds much tasty food and some cheap shopping during the night. The hillside of the Wat Phra Yai Temple has a huge Lord Buddha statue measuring 18 m. People who solely look for fun can enjoy the beer bars, go-go clubs, and even adult entertainment. Bangkok The capital city of Thailand needs to be on the list because of its sheer beauty. The city is indeed very beautiful due to its main attraction of the Grand Palace. Life is in the bustling mood in the city and it is lined with several other beautiful attractions. The Wat Arun temple is a beautiful piece of architecture. But other than that there is the floating market held at Damnoen Saduak which should never be missed. During the night you can visit either the Khao San Road or the Chinatown or Soi Cowboy to have some fun. Krabi Province This total province is one of the best places to visit in Thailand. Every year thousands of tourists flock the place to take in its beauty. Railay beaches and caves are a unique wonder of the world which makes you feel peaceful and ecstatic at the same time. The Thung Teao is another beautiful place where you can enjoy swimming amidst a beautiful forest. If you like hot springs you can visit Klong Thom which is also considered good for the health. So, here are some of the most beautiful places that you can find in Thailand. Book the tickets right now enjoy these places. You can even enjoy several other beautiful places that surround the amazing country of Thailand. Seema Gurnani of Pandareviewz.com has submitted this article. 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
Travels 10 Caribbean Holiday Tips To Make Your Vacation A Memorable One 10:46 PM The Caribbean is an amazing holiday destination as it brings a wonderful mix of lovely weather, beautiful locations, and fun-filled activities. The people are warm, the food is great and the atmosphere is absolutely vibrant. Even though a lot has been said and written about these islands, there is still a lot you need to know if you plan a trip here. Here are the... 10 Caribbean holiday tips to make your vacation a memorable one Timing of the trip The best time to visit the Caribbean is December through to April. This is the time when the weather is dry, with cool, pleasant nights and low humidity. The summers and autumns here are humid, with temperatures soaring and heavy downpours being common. You may even encounter prolonged spells of constant rain which may spoil your trip. Be sure not to plan a holiday from June to November as this is the official hurricane season. Places to visit Find out all about the islands that are worth visiting. Antigua, Barbados, Jamaica, Nevis, St Lucia, St Kitts, and Grenada are some of the most popular destinations. You can read online about all these islands and plan an itinerary for the trip. Find out about the local sightseeing, food, events, activities, and commuting facilities. Check the accommodation options and compare package prices to find the cheapest. Look for an all inclusive resort package as it serves as an economical and convenient option. Make bookings well in advance Once you decide the destinations to visit during your Caribbean holiday, plan well in advance. Book your flight tickets a few months before so that you can avail early booking discounts. The same goes for resort bookings. Also, you would need a local guide to show you around; so book well in time. You can ask your tour operator to get a good package for you. Alternatively, you can check out some travel websites for the best deals. Things to carry The best kind of clothing to be worn on a Caribbean holiday is lightweight, preferably cotton. You should carry casuals that you can wear on the beach and poolside, and even while going for local sightseeing. Besides this, you would need comfortable shoes to walk around and slippers to wear on the beach. Don’t forget your sunglasses, a sunhat and a high SPF sunscreen as you will need protection from the strong sun. You also need to carry a mosquito repellent cream and an insect bite soothing ointment. Since this area is affected by Zika virus, you need to take extra precaution. Pregnant women should not travel to the Caribbean. Check your papers beforehand Every person who travels to a foreign country must have valid documents. You must check the validity of your passport before planning the trip. At least six months of validity is required to prevent any problems. Also, get a valid visa after fulfilling all the requirements to ensure that you can enter the country legally. These Caribbean travel trips would be of great help if you plan to visit the islands in near future. Check it out to have the most amazing holiday! 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
Home 5 Environmentally-Friendly Ways To Heat Your Home 10:22 PM The weather in many places like the United Kingdom and some states in the US is highly unpredictable. This means you have to cope with erratic weather changes and patterns. Ensuring your home is warm and comfortable throughout the year takes more than just installing HVAC systems.You need a professional's help like MetroPHA to ensure your heating system is properly installed or fixed when it needs repair. If not taken care of, it can drive up your energy bills way beyond what you can afford. You can save some money by using green ways to keep your home warm and cozy too.Here are five different environmentally-friendly ways to heat your home. 5 Environmentally-Friendly Ways to Heat Your Home 1. Install ground-source heat pumps Ground source heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular in the UK. These pumps work by mining heat from the earth, then direct the heat to the house and water. The pump is made up of a series of ground loops (pipes) buried in the garden or backyard to attract the heat. This heat pump can be used to keep your home warm throughout the year.You may however need a backup heating system to use in winter and when the ground is cold. 2. Invest in an air-source heat pump Just like ground source heat pumps, this pump harvests heat from the warm air outside, then directs the heat into the house. The heat is dispersed with the help of fans or even through the home's central heating system (wet). This pump only works best in warm weather, hence a backup heat source may be needed during winter. 3. Use underfloor radiators Radiators are particularly helpful when using a boiler to heat your home though they aren't as efficient when used with heat pumps. You may need to invest in more powerful radiators or make use of underfloor heating. Wet underfloor heating works particularly well with heat pumps hence recommended for maximum energy savings. 4. Biomass boilers Biomass boilers provide the ideal way to heat your home without using too much energy. These boilers also reduce carbon dioxide emission significantly. A regular supply of wood is needed to keep the furnaces running. These boilers use logs, wood pellets or chips to produce heat. Unlike an automatic pellet-fed boiler that is expensive to run (costs around '9,000), a biomass boiler system is more affordable. You should be able to save at least '1000 per year running on these. All you need is place the old gas heating system with a biomass system. If you want to use bio-fuel but on a smaller scale, biofuel fireplaces are trending nowadays. 5. Use solar panels Solar photovoltaic panels provide an excellent way collect and convert solar energy into electricity.These panels can be installed on a wall or a sunny roof to harvest solar energy. You can even have solar thermal panels fitted to provide hot water. Studies by the Energy Saving Trust show that installing a solar water-heating system costs the consumer at least £3000.Although the initial costs may be high, you get to record considerable savings in the long run. The beauty of investing in solar panels is that you can run everything in the house from its power. This means even more savings.How do you keep your home warm during the cold season in an environmentally-friendly way?
Health & Wellness 7 Reasons Why You Should Moisturize Your Skin Regularly 5:45 PM Though many people often hear or read about the benefits of using moisturizers, very few actually try using them. And this is kind of sad since moisturizers have a huge impact on the quality of a person’s skin. In fact, one can easily look a lot younger with regular use of moisturizers. Below, we list out seven reasons why you should consider moisturizing your skin regularly. 7 Reasons Why You Should Moisturize Your Skin Regularly Younger Skin With age, it is natural for the skin to become rough and rigid. By regularly applying moisturizers to the skin, you can minimize these effects to a good extent and make your skin look young and supple. The effect will be more pronounced in areas like face, neck, ears, and chest which are some of the most sensitive parts of your skin. Such sensitive regions have cell replacements more rapidly than other areas, which is what results in conditions like dryness. When you moisturize these areas daily, the skin will repair itself properly, ensuring that the quality of your skin never deteriorates. And in case you are looking for a good moisturizer for your face, visit https://moisturizers.com/best-face-moisturizers/ for a list of some of the best face moisturizers available in the market. Reduced Blemishes Having blemishes on the face can be quite discouraging for many people since it can completely ruin the appearance of what can be, otherwise, a good looking face. And if you are facing problems with blemishes, moisturizing your face regularly is a must. With constant use, the moisturizers will have a positive effect on the skin and even out the blemishes, thereby giving you a clear, blemish-free face that you can be proud of. Minimized Wrinkles If there is one thing about aging that almost all people universally hate, it is the wrinkles. A few wrinkles on the face can easily make a person look ten years older than they really are. And this is where moisturizers can help you. Regularly moisturizing the face will make it look plumper and youthful. In fact, certain studies have found that people who have a habit of moisturizing their face tend to accumulate wrinkles at a far slower pace than people who never moisturize. So, if you are getting concerned about the wrinkles that are appearing on your face, start moisturizing right away and you can combat those wrinkles pretty effectively. Better Complexion If it is the winter season, you will probably start noticing that your skin appears kind of dull and lifeless. You may also see that it has become flaky. These are the results of the cold weather. However, if you use a moisturizer, you can easily combat such effects and make your skin shine and glow even during the coldest winters. Acne Control When the skin becomes rough, it not only makes your face look tired but it also triggers acne issues. The incidents of acne will spread too much and can easily make your face look awful. When you moisturize your face, you will essentially be locking in the water content in the skin, ensuring that your face remains properly hydrated. As a result, your facial skin will neither become too rough nor will you have to deal with uncontrollable acne growth. Skin Protection When you use skin care products that contain ingredients like benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid etc., you will have to moisturize your skin in order to maximize the effect of such products. Otherwise, your skin can become too dry that these ingredients won’t be able to produce the expected results. And in the worst cases, your skin can even turn red and start peeling. So, always use a layer of moisturizer on your skin to make sure that it remains protected. Better Makeup Applying makeup directly on your face without using a moisturizer first is a bad idea. Only when you moisturize the skin will it be properly hydrated to maximize the effect of makeup. If you don’t moisturize your face, it is very likely that the skin will become too dry. As a result, things like concealers can end up seeping into the fine lines, accentuating them and making you look worse. In contrast, a properly moisturized face will ensure that such things don’t happen and that you look younger and beautiful with your makeup on. Given the above benefits of moisturizers, it should be pretty clear why they are very important for your skin. So, start using them right away and you can enjoy younger, clearer skin. 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
Listicle 7 Birthday Gifts For Husband To Express Your Emotions Best 5:32 PM Your husband has been your pillar of strength. He stood by you to guide you, support you and protect you when the time called. And while you live a routinely life with him, not every little thing would seem special like the way they appear before the wedding. It’s time you make an extra efforts and plan something so special for him that he doesn’t forget it for a long time to come. For all the times he took efforts to love you even in the oddest and roughest of times, it’s time to return the favor. Presenting 7 birthday gifts for your husband that he would keep thanking you for. Take the guide: 7 Birthday Gifts for Husband to Express Your Emotions Best 1. Personalized Leather Bracelets Show off to the world that you are a couple with personalized bracelets. Choose the rugged look for the bracelets rather than one with the sheen so that he wears it without any second thoughts. You can personalize it with short phrases, Roman numerals of the date you met, each other’s name in heart and so forth. 2. Grooming Set For men, it is as essential to be groomed as it is for women. Gift him a grooming set and pamper him like never before. Even if he is not much into fashion and grooming, your enticing gift shall definitely be a good drive. 3. Fitness Band Both of you have reached a stage where health should be of first and foremost importance. Let him know you care for him a lot more by gifting him a fitness band and is a perfect way of making him realize you love him. 4. Fulfill Something From His Bucket List He might be having a long bucket list. It’s time to tick one thing off his bucket list. Plan it beforehand and surprise him. Whether it’s bungee jumping or scuba diving, let him have what his heart has been desiring since long. 5. Cook Something Special What’s his most favorite dish of all times? If it’s something that you haven't tried yet, cook it for him at home. Do not forget to include the favorite birthday cake for husband, be it vanilla, red velvet, Oreo or any other flavor. 6. Watch His Favorite Movie Even if you hate his favourite movie or web series, bear it for a day just to see him smile. Create a nook with fairy lights, bean bags, lots of cushions and snacks. Cozy up with him and put the movie on play. 7. Write A Letter Writing a letter is quite old school for sure. But they are one of the most effective ways to spill out every bit of your emotion. Even if you are too clumsy with words, penning down something over paper with pen would definitely touch his heart and prove him that you have put efforts just for him. With these gifts to help you surprise your husband, we bet he would love you a lot more than ever. 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
Faith Let This Be My Prayer Today 7:00 PM Let This Be My Prayer Today: You never let my cup run dry. When I'm at the verge of giving up my fight, too exhausted to continue, You carry me in Your arms. You stand by me in all my battles. You help me defeat my fears. You take away my worries. You wipe away my tears. You heal my brokenness. You fix me like only You can. You bring me from glory to glory. Who am I to deserve such scandalous grace? Who am I to receive your mercy? The world says I'm a nobody. Still, You chose to die for me. Your wounds, my healing. Your pain, my glory.Your death, my life. What can I ever do to pay you back? What can I ever give You that You cannot give me? I've got nothing but scars, flaws, frailties. I've got nothing but imperfections. Here I am, flaws and all. Make do of my imperfect love. Let this be my prayer today.
