tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78840146877260489102024-03-15T11:10:03.088-04:00Simply Nerdy MomLiving simply and spiritually Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1086125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-57620813919111457102024-03-15T11:09:00.003-04:002024-03-15T11:09:29.199-04:00What Can You Do When You Suspect Health Problems?<p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_3JxDaJ-DVPKDkkH9FJBC1Q-JAjEhNfctIcrFTY5N6q7kTDvcp2yPWGyyG381P2p4Cr-3oxc41ACYfke5HlrrGV68rHsYPGyQO0WCA2L95WN9R-JQfD9ovZGAWHJMgpfJbdefQLbzDVwRyMc3CJ_PwqJqI6nvpVMK8OQ6w31MgI-dryBMrJJWhuIQhfms/s705/IMG_6565.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="705" height="430" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_3JxDaJ-DVPKDkkH9FJBC1Q-JAjEhNfctIcrFTY5N6q7kTDvcp2yPWGyyG381P2p4Cr-3oxc41ACYfke5HlrrGV68rHsYPGyQO0WCA2L95WN9R-JQfD9ovZGAWHJMgpfJbdefQLbzDVwRyMc3CJ_PwqJqI6nvpVMK8OQ6w31MgI-dryBMrJJWhuIQhfms/w640-h430/IMG_6565.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/person-wearing-distressed-blue-denim-jeans-inside-room-L1kLSwdclYQ" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">https://unsplash.com/photos/person-wearing-distressed-blue-denim-jeans-inside-room-L1kLSwdclYQ</span></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-506b4d15-42a7-0b23-305b-edd0f5a18cc3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It doesn’t matter how many </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2021/08/using-alternative-health-solutions-for.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">wellness treatments</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> you try or how much you exercise, you could still encounter health issues. Often, these come out of nowhere and they can naturally cause plenty of stress and anxiety, especially if you’re unsure </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">what</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> the problem is. So, what can you do when you suspect a health issue? </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: #999999;">This is a collaborative post. </span></i></div></span><p></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Book An Appointment</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The first thing you need to do if you suspect something is wrong is book an appointment. You can research a doctor or </span><a href="https://mysagedental.com/florida/miami/west-miami-590" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">dentist near me</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to get in touch with the office and see whether you can arrange an emergency appointment. This also allows you to explain symptoms, which can also encourage the healthcare provider to act quickly if they agree that something is wrong. Depending on where you live, you may also be able to contact non-emergency numbers to get their opinion. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Call A Friend or Relative </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you need to wait for confirmation or a specific treatment date, calling a friend or relative to be with you can help ease your nerves. They can join you and </span><a href="https://happiful.com/how-to-support-a-loved-one-with-health-anxiety" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">provide support</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> that helps you take your mind off your worries. If you feel too sick to do anything, they can also help you stay hydrated and fed by preparing drinks and food so you don’t waste away at home unable to do anything. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cut Back On Bad Habits </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you suspect something is wrong, you often think about </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">why</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> it has happened. Your mind typically goes to bad habits, such as too much drinking, smoking, or unhealthy foods. If you didn’t have a good enough reason to cut back and quit before, now you have the impetus to kick these habits to the curb. Although quitting bad habits won’t make much of a difference immediately, it can help you develop a healthier lifestyle and hopefully minimize the long-term effects that are putting you at risk. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Research (But Don’t Panic) </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s always tempting to research your symptoms, but this can also cause panic. You may find out that your symptoms align with a deadly disease for which there is no cure. You also know that these platforms are not as accurate as you assume. While your symptoms match specific illnesses, it isn’t usually as extreme as this. So, research for more information, but don’t feel all gloom and doom straight away until you have a genuine professional opinion. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Get Medicine </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You can also minimize your problems by getting medicine. This medicine could include aspirin for a long-term headache or </span><a href="https://www.health.com/condition/eczema/eczema-lotions" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">eczema lotions</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to keep you from scratching that itch. Although medicine won’t solve your problems or cure you, it can reduce your pain and discomfort so you can live as normally as possible while you wait for your appointment. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Stay Calm </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Health issues can be scary. But until you discover what’s wrong, there’s no need or point in panicking. All you can do in the meantime is focus on ensuring you are as healthy as possible so you can avoid causing further damage that could increase your health risks. </span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-8698023141572435292024-02-21T08:55:00.002-05:002024-02-21T08:55:13.113-05:004 Hobbies You Need To Try This Year<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrPJJr2txMQAX7FazgheBT8qKvJHBAt7oHevnQLFlh4VG4RQi3lLFLSTzTH8ak_MdBILj9sp7oMSfXQCRTY5h-AbLy6AtaAV0pnSN_02z4UCX42tNXbyjI5TXb3aBGMWseLxO6KJSW_HfWNl337Wglwvp-gVmrfpsunnbw8qPuOvDShunNSY3GA8zyA-Zi/s721/IMG_6346.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="462" data-original-width="721" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrPJJr2txMQAX7FazgheBT8qKvJHBAt7oHevnQLFlh4VG4RQi3lLFLSTzTH8ak_MdBILj9sp7oMSfXQCRTY5h-AbLy6AtaAV0pnSN_02z4UCX42tNXbyjI5TXb3aBGMWseLxO6KJSW_HfWNl337Wglwvp-gVmrfpsunnbw8qPuOvDShunNSY3GA8zyA-Zi/w400-h256/IMG_6346.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/set-of-colorful-collectible-cards-7708410/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Image credit</span></a></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-43c50851-cbf0-162f-30cd-8fe5a71bf503" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you looking for a new hobby this year? Having a hobby is an excellent way of keeping the mind active, forging new pathways in the brain, and giving you something you can do to release stress and enjoy daily. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The beauty of </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2024/02/4-fun-hobbies-you-can-enjoy-alone.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">hobbies</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is that they can be anything and everything you want. There is no limit as to what constitutes a hobby; it is simply that you need to be enjoying it, and it's something you can get stuck into.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(14, 16, 26); font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i>————————</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i>This is a collaborative post</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i>————————</i></span></div></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tabletop Games</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tabletop games are games that, yes, you guessed it, are played on a flat surface or table. This covers things like card games and board games, as well as tile games and miniature wargames.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tabletop games can give you a chance to be creative and use your critical thinking skills to help you win.</span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/boardgames/comments/a5uv6m/are_card_games_considered_board_games/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Card games and board games are inherently different</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, and if you're new to both, it can be a good idea to experiment with each one, to find what you prefer. From classic board games such as Monopoly and the Game of Life to card games such as Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon, and Arkham Horror, there are many choices of gameplay and style for you to try out to see what happens. Once you find something you love, you can join in with other players, find communities, and create your own </span><a href="https://printmtg.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">printable MTG proxies</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to play with, too.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Walking</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Walking is the exercise for 2024</span><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. The humble walk has long been pushed aside for other more strenuous activities, but this year, more people are encouraged to go out more, walk, and boost their steps. FYI, 10,000 steps per day is only beneficial if you can easily achieve it; if not, start by adding 1,000 steps and taking them from there.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">From taking a short stroll around your neighborhood to going on scenic routes, hikes, and even walking holidays, there are plenty of ways you can breathe life into this fundamental movement. Suppose you are not able to walk outdoors for long periods. In that case, you can use indoor tools such as walking pads, treadmills, and walking workouts via YouTube to help you hit your step goals and partake in this highly beneficial activity.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cooking</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cooking has become increasingly popular in recent years, and social media is awash with ordinary people mastering the craft and whipping up some outstanding dishes. No longer is booking limited or qualified chefs; anyone and everyone can learn some kitchen skills and create delicious food. From sweet treats and desserts to fine dining options, home-cooked comfort foods, and even slow cooker recipes, everyone can make; the choice is yours. But if you want a hobby that will give you useful skills and allow you to sample the results of your hard work, then get in the kitchen and see what you're capable of.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">DIY</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Up there with cooking influencers and foodie accounts on social media is the rise of the </span><a href="https://www.thespruce.com/best-home-renovation-instagram-accounts-4766557" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">DIYers and home improvement accounts.</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Again, everyday people are choosing to update their homes and create wonderfully unique spaces to live in while trying their hand at DIY.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">DIY can be as small or as extensive as you like, and if you are a complete newbie, it's worth starting with smaller jobs and building your skills before you take on some of the more extensive hacks and updates (IKEA hacks, we are talking about you here). Challenge yourself, learn some new skills, and turn your home into a space that you can be proud of and enjoy, all while keeping yourself busy.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-15200488005345191782024-02-20T08:50:00.005-05:002024-02-20T08:50:58.707-05:004 Fun Hobbies You Can Enjoy Alone<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpV5SAqqDDDBqf0WCR14Us9cdOR6uYltpsDyW0bjGl0k5vVFYNVVDpI6DJsZtkdzSGqtacyJm5lJo_JsOpHK17znNphBbv0Ui_i9-Jg_3uoc7cjRL7xNfce4YQuIdC3XQFG1xyEmprcZjyktHVV6OAbxAN-cw9ACY6oLZTxbXs3qv3Gpp7t__Ii6Iv9ufm/s714/IMG_6330.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="714" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpV5SAqqDDDBqf0WCR14Us9cdOR6uYltpsDyW0bjGl0k5vVFYNVVDpI6DJsZtkdzSGqtacyJm5lJo_JsOpHK17znNphBbv0Ui_i9-Jg_3uoc7cjRL7xNfce4YQuIdC3XQFG1xyEmprcZjyktHVV6OAbxAN-cw9ACY6oLZTxbXs3qv3Gpp7t__Ii6Iv9ufm/w400-h265/IMG_6330.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-align: left; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-sitting-on-gray-chair-while-writing-on-table-1251832/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;">Image credit</a></span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Studies show that spending some time alone comes with a host of benefits such as greater focus and creativity, reduced stress to make you more productive, as well as </span><a href="https://www.choosingtherapy.com/benefits-of-being-alone/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">improved sleep quality</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Being alone can also give you better emotional regulation and more time to do what makes you happy. But what you do during such times is what counts. Whether you want to find solace in your quiet moments or you’re looking for an emotional outlet, engaging in enjoyable hobbies can be emotionally fulfilling, enriching and mentally rewarding. Here are some </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2020/03/taking-interest-in-your-childs-hobbies.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">fun hobbies</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> you can enjoy by yourself.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i>————————</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: #999999;">This is a collaborative post</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999;"><i>—————————</i></span></div></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><ol style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Writing</span></p></li></ol><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It may not sound like fun until you start trying it. Writing is a great way to spend your time alone. Even better, it offers many mental health benefits, as it helps you to declutter your mind, reorganize your thoughts, ease stress, and relax. And no, you don’t have to be a professional or a talented writer to enjoy this hobby. Just pick a pen or pencil and a book or a sheet of paper and start putting thoughts into writing. What do you write about? Anything that comes to mind, including things you’re worried about or past experiences you don’t want to forget. You can even write letters to your future self. If you’re a bit more talented, you can write short stories, a novel, blogs, or fan fiction. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><ol start="2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Playing video games</span></p></li></ol><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What do you do when you’re tired of writing? Play some video games. According to recent studies, </span><a href="https://www.theesa.com/news/global-report-reveals-positive-benefits-of-video-gameplay/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">63%</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> of global video game players admit that video games help them feel happier, offer a healthy outlet from daily challenges (according to 64% of gamers), and provide mental stimulation and stress relief (for 75% of global gamers). The most important thing is to pick game types or genres that you prefer. For example, you can enjoy some games from the </span><a href="https://scarygamesvault.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Scary Games Vault</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> if you love scary experiences. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><ol start="3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Watch funny videos</span></p></li></ol><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A healthy dose of laughter can improve your mood when youre alone. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of options, regardless of how you love your humor. From YouTube to Netflix, you can find various shows or movies to watch on many platforms. Serve yourself some snacks and a healthy drink, and you’re good to go.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><ol start="4" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Solitary walking and hiking</span></p></li></ol><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY3kDGKQmzrFghuGVhn4c56XxoGWbiamlB6rIc_v2STrz_om6946q7HMrcjHn3GnvHmjPEK0_joAOnb8sGONER7I8G_d7KJjFbihhiWGmUrua1FW8ISiXCHZW72yOZKA_s1IGS692LKE_2-0z8vu-fe37lYVtWQmULgWLb3HTvsEJCngXv-naHn5Rly32L/s714/IMG_6331.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="714" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY3kDGKQmzrFghuGVhn4c56XxoGWbiamlB6rIc_v2STrz_om6946q7HMrcjHn3GnvHmjPEK0_joAOnb8sGONER7I8G_d7KJjFbihhiWGmUrua1FW8ISiXCHZW72yOZKA_s1IGS692LKE_2-0z8vu-fe37lYVtWQmULgWLb3HTvsEJCngXv-naHn5Rly32L/w400-h265/IMG_6331.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/man-wearing-blue-bubble-hoodie-jacket-walking-on-green-grass-field-951886/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Image credit</span></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-align: left; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></div><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Most people perceive walking and hiking as group activities, but you can enjoy them alone. In fact, studies show that solitary walks can help you destress and organize your mind, in addition to its numerous physical health benefits. Make it a regular part of your daily activities, and you’ll have a higher chance of improving your joints, strengthening your heart, and boosting your immune system. It’s also a great opportunity to come up with new ideas or work out new solutions without being interrupted by other people. Walking also releases endorphins, which will easily improve your mind. You’ll return home happier, more relaxed, and healthier with at least 20 minutes of solitary walking or hiking. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-78322007802044140172024-02-19T07:08:00.002-05:002024-02-19T07:10:57.300-05:00Planning a Small Wedding - Why Less is More<p style="text-align: center;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBYyYxSSDws2I6yz8p9MIvZ15gR3HjiONVsOPt_SQQmDuub4kGjxuIXMg4BqZiSEzqeaZOhHGHTMAzSlv_4RQIj-OqgsygHfKreFrsxHQX-FTNW3H78QA_Pw1WtsK3X8pL483iJZ02CbCvdrJK6PVLuQI_Vg6BaJzUsv8vlJ0ITVu3vkaJIAFy6xEVzPdJ/s1073/IMG_6281.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1073" data-original-width="719" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBYyYxSSDws2I6yz8p9MIvZ15gR3HjiONVsOPt_SQQmDuub4kGjxuIXMg4BqZiSEzqeaZOhHGHTMAzSlv_4RQIj-OqgsygHfKreFrsxHQX-FTNW3H78QA_Pw1WtsK3X8pL483iJZ02CbCvdrJK6PVLuQI_Vg6BaJzUsv8vlJ0ITVu3vkaJIAFy6xEVzPdJ/w268-h400/IMG_6281.jpeg" width="268" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/woman-holding-white-labeled-box-22_gy80J1Og" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;">Unsplash - CC0 License</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the way couples approach their wedding day. Rather than opting for grandiose affairs, more and more people are choosing small and low-key celebrations. The pandemic has encouraged the rediscovery of lowkey weddings with </span><a href="https://apnorc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/2018-02-APNORC-WeTV-Wedding_DTPv1r1.pdf" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">40% of Americans</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> admitting that they find wedding planning is too much effort. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">And the truth is that they represent a growing </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2023/10/5-tips-when-planning-small-wedding.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">trend for small weddings</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. People prefer to keep things more intimate and manageable for a variety of reasons. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">————————-</p><span><a name='more'></a></span><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: #999999;">This is a collaborative post</span></i></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">————————-</p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Firstly, small weddings offer an intimate atmosphere where couples can share their special day with those closest to them. With fewer guests, the focus shifts from elaborate setups to meaningful connections and heartfelt moments.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Secondly, stress-free planning plays a significant role. A small wedding is often less daunting than organizing a large-scale event. Couples can forgo the pressure of managing extensive guest lists and intricate details, allowing them to enjoy the planning process and focus on what truly matters: their love for each other.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Finally, keeping the guest list small allows couples to spend quality time with each guest, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. From heartfelt conversations to intimate ceremonies, small weddings provide the opportunity to savor every moment with loved ones.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Yet, it takes more than just going small to throw a low-key stress-free wedding. Here are some more ideas for getting married the low-key way. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Embracing natural beauty</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You may have been pinning a lot of bridal makeup looks on Pinterest, but there is a unique benefit to keeping it natural on your big day. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Rather than relying on heavy makeup to achieve a bridal look, low-key brides prefer to focus on skincare leading up to their wedding day. A radiant complexion paired with minimal makeup not only looks effortlessly elegant but also ensures that you can feel comfortable and confident in your own skin. It’s worth working with a dermatologist to get your skin in a good place in the months before the wedding. You can also book essential beauty treatments, such as a </span><a href="https://coloradobeautyrn.com/pages/signature-facial" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">signature facial</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> treatment, which help s revitalize your skin so you can look naturally refreshed on the day. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do you need a huge bridal gown?</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">More and more brides are </span><a href="https://www.coggles.com/life/fashion/how-to-do-the-low-key-wedding/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">stepping away from bridal wear</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> boutiques to choose something more comfortable. Ultimately, you don’t have to break the bank to look and feel beautiful, and this will remove a lot of stress from the planning process. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether it's a chic cocktail dress, a bohemian maxi skirt, or a tailored jumpsuit, brides are opting for outfits that reflect their personal style and make them feel beautiful inside and out.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Simplifying traditions</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wedding bands are the epitome of marriage. But more and more couples are looking for alternatives. Many prefer to switch jewelry for a long-term symbol of commitment, such as a </span><a href="https://www.brides.com/wedding-ring-tattoos-5114151" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">wedding tattoo</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. They find it just as, if not more, meaningful than wearing rings. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wedding tattoos can also become a meaningful couple experience as you can get your tattoos done together. You can also opt for the same design or for complementary designs. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXZFq7XN579Bdmf1tzRw4Kg2CYnnZXPM5QEY4rwBALy5XqGtYqFBbiCfNv6sjrVmFR6thie9-u79e1MN9RKuL6CsH-TBbpIR35YgSp8rj-zCY6uEGcPbSzK8gtAy5Ch4US8am285aTuCal8NOJ1cn05Gn2lwpHbFRYc0OBDHOp_vspMT94t1S7cNym-1Cs/s1104/IMG_6282.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1104" data-original-width="722" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXZFq7XN579Bdmf1tzRw4Kg2CYnnZXPM5QEY4rwBALy5XqGtYqFBbiCfNv6sjrVmFR6thie9-u79e1MN9RKuL6CsH-TBbpIR35YgSp8rj-zCY6uEGcPbSzK8gtAy5Ch4US8am285aTuCal8NOJ1cn05Gn2lwpHbFRYc0OBDHOp_vspMT94t1S7cNym-1Cs/w261-h400/IMG_6282.jpeg" width="261" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/two-persons-showing-their-hand-tattoos-pYd6_Iw8TpM" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; white-space: pre-wrap;">Unsplash - CC0 License</a></div><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Low-key weddings are taking over, encouraging the new generations to fall in love with love itself. Whether you're exchanging vows in a quaint garden ceremony or saying "I do" on a secluded beach, remember that the beauty of a wedding lies not in its scale, but in the love shared between two people.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-12087734996899019392023-11-23T10:35:00.001-05:002023-11-23T10:35:08.775-05:00How To Become A More Successful Researcher<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhV1oLMbFItEG-V0JJaXgpdjrHcUbYptUMgouJHaR6JvExh4fNzTTzB9okp1GNOsGQ-vp2MdlAXv9nIoriuOYnDY9DjZHr3PwmWWOeRINjePbVtbxnTmQtW9M2hvNCPXZ3NXsqRk4qsZEYQd_a_7x0jEBlm2LeverheZJo7nCfpatghaAp_3SoOcY1CvAB/s716/IMG_4848.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="447" data-original-width="716" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhV1oLMbFItEG-V0JJaXgpdjrHcUbYptUMgouJHaR6JvExh4fNzTTzB9okp1GNOsGQ-vp2MdlAXv9nIoriuOYnDY9DjZHr3PwmWWOeRINjePbVtbxnTmQtW9M2hvNCPXZ3NXsqRk4qsZEYQd_a_7x0jEBlm2LeverheZJo7nCfpatghaAp_3SoOcY1CvAB/w400-h250/IMG_4848.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/person-holding-orange-and-white-toothbrush-RlOAwXt2fEA" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Unsplash - CC0 License</span></a></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There’s plenty of information out there about how to become a better teacher, solicitor, or counselor. But when it comes to being a better researcher, the information can sometimes be lacking. Many people in this profession must discover the tools for themselves via trial and error. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div style="text-align: center;">———————</div><div style="text-align: center;">This is a collaborative post </div><div style="text-align: center;">———————</div></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fortunately, this post is here to help. We look at all the ways to become a more successful researcher so you can blow your colleagues away with what you do. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Network</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Networking is essential for </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2022/08/changing-your-career-can-be-wonderful.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">career</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> researchers. Many scientists get their best ideas from talking to new people at conferences or in corridors. These chats can foment new ideas that eventually go on to be game-changing. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Networking also has practical benefits. You may find it more straightforward to get things done the more people you know. Getting assistance and collaborators can help you publish faster, enabling you to attract more resources from government and private companies. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Write Well</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Another </span><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32331924/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">pro tip for becoming a successful researcher</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is simply to write well. Being able to engage a scientific audience with friendly, helpful language is just as important as in any other field. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Make sure your papers are readable for the average person in the field. If something is complex, put it in the appendix. Make sure you get your main point across. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Collect The Proper Materials</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether you need </span><a href="https://merkel.co.il/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">reagents</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, chemical compounds, electronic equipment, or just books, make sure you collect the proper materials. Ensure that your research tools can answer the questions you pose. Don’t use substandard suppliers that can’t provide the quality or consistency you need. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Stay Open</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s also critical to be adaptable to become a world-class researcher. You need to be able to change your methods as the science requires. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Many researchers stick with the same technologies they’ve always used. But this approach is unhelpful in many situations and can cause you to fall behind the times. While it might be familiar, it might yield the results you want. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Be Ethical</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Another pro tip is to </span><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/higher-education-network/blog/2014/may/20/why-research-ethics-matter" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">remain ethical throughout your researc</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">h. Don’t do anything that the community might condemn, even if you think it will advance knowledge. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ethical conduct takes many forms in the academic and research world. It starts with things like properly citing other people’s work and avoiding plagiarism. It also means experimenting in ways that ethical committees approve of. For example, you may need to rein in your research if it involves exposing people to disease agents or editing embryos. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Learn Continuously</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Another way to become a </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-become-successful-researcher-guide-prof-dr-balvir-tomar" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">more successful researcher</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is to learn continuously. Staying up to date with the latest science helps you formulate the best questions and respond to the current state of the literature. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You can also try pursuing additional certifications during your tenure. This tactic can help you establish your authority and use it to attract funding for your work.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Get Good At Grant Proposals</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Finally, it’s a good idea to practice grant proposal writing. Getting good at asking for money will help you secure the financing you need to prove your ideas.</span></p>SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-50954899609471808512023-11-17T09:44:00.008-05:002023-11-17T09:44:56.623-05:00Clever Ways To Help Your Child Be Part Of The Wider Community<p> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Want your child to benefit from the horizon-expanding experience of being part of the wider community? Then, the following suggestions can help. </span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">——————</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative post</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">———————</span></span></div><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">After-school clubs and fundraising </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the simplest ways to help your little one get involved with the wider community is to encourage them to go to after-school clubs. The good news is that there is likely quite a wide range of afterschool clubs and activities that your child will be able to choose from. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sports</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the most popular types of afterschool clubs that can help your child feel part of a wider community is sports. Most schools run clubs such as Football, soccer, basketball, and baseball, as well as athletics and cross country. Often there </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2022/09/getting-involved-with-fundraisers-at.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">are fundraising committees</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and events to join and that your child can be a part of as well. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It is, however, very important that you let your child pick the club and the sport that they wish to be a part of rather than imposing your expectations and hopes on them. Yes, I know it can be hard when you had the time of your life playing Football as a kid, but your little one is much more likely to enjoy and stick with a sport if they choose it of their own volition. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">STEM </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Many schools now run after-school STEM clubs or s</span><a href="https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/definition/STEM-science-technology-engineering-and-mathematics" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">cience, technology, engineering, and mathematics groups</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. These clubs often work on exacting projects like building soapbox racers, and go-carts as well as learning to build and program robots. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Art, craft, and performance </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Another great option for clubs that can be a lot of fun for kids and get them mixing with people outside of the normal circles are those based around art, craft, or performance. Ideal for artistic kids or those who would like to develop their skills in this area, clubs like theater, art, or choir can help them build confidence while making new friends with shared interests. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Community service based </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Last of all, you’ll probably find that there are plenty of community service and volunteering clubs available for your kids through school. The great thing about these is that they not only get to form a community with those in the club but also get an opportunity to meet people from the wider community that they help too. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Neighborhood community </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Another great option to consider is helping your child get involved in the local community centered around your neighborhood. Usually, this means supervising them to ensure they stay safe, which you can do by organizing or volunteering for clubs and events in your local area. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Indeed, it's likely that you will find there are all sorts of events and clubs operating in your neighborhood from communal gardens, to clean-up projects to mom and baby meet-ups. Some types of housing like multifamily apartments built by </span><a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/en/news-release/2023/06/01/2680716/0/en/The-Millennia-Companies-Closes-on-32-5-Million-in-Financing-for-the-Rehabilitation-of-Linden-Terrace-in-Harrisburg.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Millennia Companies</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> are designed to be specifically community-focused too. This means that there are regular events and activities organized by the people who run the building for those who live there, something that truly helps bring these residential communities together. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Book clubs </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If your kid loves nothing more than spending hours with their nose in a good book, a book club might be the perfect way to help them seek a sense of community. The way that book clubs are run is very simple. First, the club agrees on a book that they will all read and discuss at the next meeting. Then each individual reads the book, and at an appointed time they all meet up and discuss what they thought of it. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nBIZTU9qgg0?si=9yboNwd-xZi-EflG" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are lots of additional advantages that choosing the book club option can bring such as encouraging your child to read regularly, and encouraging them to speak in a small group. Another advantage of book clubs is there are probably already hundreds that are running in your area, and a great place to look for kid-friendly ones is your local library. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You may also be able to find book clubs that meet online over Zoom, or you may wish to step up </span><a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/book-clubs/getting-started/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">and host one</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for your child and their friends each month. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gaming communities online </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">While you may seem to be online as the opposite of being part of the wider community, this is not necessarily true. After all, many communities spring up around fandoms, and video games such as Minecraft and Robolox. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Of course, your child’s safety is a key concern here so if you do allow them to be a part of any online community, it's very important that you not only educate them on online safety but also monitor who they are talking to and what is being said. Often the best way to do this with younger kids is to share the same account, and only allow them to use it when you can sit down and dedicate time to it together. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-1235796894183710132023-11-14T12:56:00.007-05:002023-11-14T12:58:02.738-05:00How to Secure Your Business Against Breaches and Protect What Matters Most<p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCUyrP-HKMShdeZUlmCDRTN_eOI1_haHYHagtMxa-0D_NlA7XJZ2mxS6KxGyOmdtE1weeTT793BExvNnkPPvQcDMm3UylyPWMxl_URPOTfa9tWBHZJoG66E0cQqkhSxyOB-iJ5q0Fe4t5k5EUsZJuQfQQV1E44dLAm3KEhvcBhutTcgcEyyq7qbX0B5gm7/s702/IMG_4681.jpeg"><img border="0" data-original-height="468" data-original-width="702" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCUyrP-HKMShdeZUlmCDRTN_eOI1_haHYHagtMxa-0D_NlA7XJZ2mxS6KxGyOmdtE1weeTT793BExvNnkPPvQcDMm3UylyPWMxl_URPOTfa9tWBHZJoG66E0cQqkhSxyOB-iJ5q0Fe4t5k5EUsZJuQfQQV1E44dLAm3KEhvcBhutTcgcEyyq7qbX0B5gm7/w400-h266/IMG_4681.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-cf36f98e-cef8-fb73-10df-1853f939948e" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/black-laptop-computer-turned-on-showing-computer-codes-177598/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.pexels.com/photo/black-laptop-computer-turned-on-showing-computer-codes-177598/</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">We’ve all heard of data breaches from large companies and thought “</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">how did that happen?!”</span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. The truth is, if your data isn’t stored correctly or you’re careless for even a second, it really isn’t that difficult to access files you shouldn’t.</span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div style="text-align: center;">————————</div><div style="text-align: center;">This is a collaborative post</div><div style="text-align: center;">—————————</div></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As a business owner, this is something you need to be diligent about, especially with information regarding your employees and customers. Not only could their identities become a risk, but they could lose out financially too. On top of that, your business could be at risk too, and your reputation will take a nosedive.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So, how can you protect important data in your business?</span></p><h2 dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-845a2ae6-cef8-0465-efb3-463836f079c9" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Only store relevant information</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">While it might be tempting to store as much information as possible regarding your customers, especially i</span><a href="https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/informational-marketing" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">nformation you can use for marketing purposes</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, you are putting them in a risky position if there is a data breach. Only store the information you need, because the less information you have about them, the safer they will be if data is leaked.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s also a good idea to remove any information regarding customers that no longer use your business to keep them safe. The same goes for any staff members that have left your employment. A good idea would be to use a </span><a href="https://criticalrisksolution.com/risk-mitigation-services/hard-drive-shredding-service" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">hard drive destruction service</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> every six months to get rid of information that’s no good to you anymore.</span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Avoid paper copies</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Everything is paperless in this day and age, so now is the time to get rid of any information you have that’s documented on paper. You can transfer this data into a safe file on your computer or the cloud. Once you have done this, shred any and all documents to get rid of any confidential information that you hold.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">By shredding this information, you’re less likely to have your data breached, whether that’s through a disgruntled employee or someone that’s managed to gain access to your systems. You can hire external paper shredding services that will collect the waste and dispose of it properly if you’re not sure how to effectively do this.</span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Put in effort to safeguard data</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Now all we have left is ensuring that the information on your computer is safe. By making it difficult for your computer to get into, you’re safeguarding customer and employee data. You can achieve this by making sure your computer systems are up to date with the latest releases, and install firewalls and anti-virus programs to add another layer of security.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Making sure your passwords are unguessable is another way to safeguard private information. You can do this by using a random string of letters, numbers and punctuation, or you could invest in a fingerprint scanner that will only accept your fingerprints.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Another good idea is to speak to an </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2021/09/outsourcing-is-key-to-your-small.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">IT professional</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, as they will be able to help make sure the data on your computer is even more protected. They may suggest storing confidential data offsite to help prevent any data breaches. Anyone looking to harm you or your business wouldn’t suspect data to be stored at an offsite storage facility.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Maintain trust in your customers and employees by keeping their data safe!</span></p>SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-18419085432341076902023-11-14T06:56:00.002-05:002023-11-14T06:56:06.734-05:003 Step-Up Decisions For When Your Home Business Scales<p style="text-align: center;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgseTUeFap0RTmg7nDr3lU97CV8mHorog97zJojVJhcjvYJKkQRx4TWi4bi_NLMKgED-raB6Y4rJpK8Gkj3BWCbUTSH8at2_ZHoddT1zeOdd7TXQrVoj0cF_BN42kMKILe_TDG-6sSmfZ_4ENiLg3mcdDXwOI8aXqGASBJY3g6nSnEPYp5xLIgkVL2ZNNMl/s698/IMG_4673.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="460" data-original-width="698" height="264" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgseTUeFap0RTmg7nDr3lU97CV8mHorog97zJojVJhcjvYJKkQRx4TWi4bi_NLMKgED-raB6Y4rJpK8Gkj3BWCbUTSH8at2_ZHoddT1zeOdd7TXQrVoj0cF_BN42kMKILe_TDG-6sSmfZ_4ENiLg3mcdDXwOI8aXqGASBJY3g6nSnEPYp5xLIgkVL2ZNNMl/w400-h264/IMG_4673.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-using-black-and-silver-laptop-computer-4012966/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pexels - CC0 License</span></a></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-ca13b14c-cdad-7238-a17c-3a1e128f0ae9" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There’s a certain charm and worth that comes from scaling up your commercial enterprise, particularly if it originated from very humble beginnings. It’s important not to discount yourself because of starting from scratch, be that running a home business for a number of years before you made the decision to grow. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div style="text-align: center;">This is a collaborative post</div></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">After all, both Google and Disney were started from a garage space. Of course, there may be a slight degree of difference between an international conglomerate and your modest outfit as of now, but the founders of such brands once thought that, too.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Until then, we have many small decisions to make. How can we effectively scale and take those first tentative steps outside of such a humble and yes, comforting environment? While </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2021/09/outsourcing-is-key-to-your-small.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">outsourcing is certainly the key to your small business success</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, to what degree does that matter, and how can you curate a healthier path forward?</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In this post, we’ll discuss all of that and more:</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Transitioning From Home Office To Dedicated Workspace</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Of course, there’s no shame in working from home. In fact, many people with high-level jobs do it after the pandemic, so why should you come in every day when all of your projects can be run from your work device? That said, it can be nice to scale up your operation and consider how to ingratiate new employees where appropriate. That might mean renting an office three days a week or even purchasing an office space in your local town. Having a base from which you can curate your ambition is absolutely a worthwhile place to start.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Upgrading Technology & IT Infrastructure</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As your company begins to scale, to grow in its operations, and to meet additional user demand, it can be essential to upgrade your technology and IT infrastructure. Sure, you have laptops, but what about your server hosting? What about cloud support? All of this is essential, which is why outsourcing services like </span><a href="https://pointivity.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pointivity Cloud Smart</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is so essential - it allows you to completely format your online hosting methods through a company that scales perfectly with you. Upgrading your technology isn’t about spending the most money or furnishing every outsourced professional with a top-spec work machine, it’s more about considering the needs of your business at any one moment and remaining agile as you do.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Scaling Your Marketing & Advertising Strategies</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As our business grows, so should our </span><a href="https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/how-to-scale-marketing/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">promotional capacity</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Why put all that work in if no one knows of your firm? Yet it’s also true that wanton promotion without a robust plan can come across as sloppy, and may even cause a negative impression. That’s why using SEO firms that can help raise your Google authority in the local area can be so helpful. Outsourcing your social media banners to effective graphic designers can also work well. The more you integrate these measures, the better off you are, and the sooner you can round off your promotional standing.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">With this advice, you’re sure to enjoy step-up decisions for when your home business scales in the best manner </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">possible.</span></p><div><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-59854404761268290962023-11-06T08:05:00.004-05:002023-11-07T06:54:18.823-05:00How To Make Your Gaming Experience More Fulfilling<p style="text-align: center;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOUbZbsLUL6tRqzNJw48UtZz5dl1BytoopdfZusM6aI1GUY3P3LW2SZioccTCj_b6xxNlgCC1kWmxw8lr0fycUqH1QlAH0CavcFLTdqP7UeNCifb3xujglxKTLObQuf2z9Qs6DXdy8RLPd6lqoB8fsziZ0maAOUuZEkJ8Hz0IYUq38GhCJf0LvwqFGBW32/s717/IMG_4612.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="468" data-original-width="717" height="261" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOUbZbsLUL6tRqzNJw48UtZz5dl1BytoopdfZusM6aI1GUY3P3LW2SZioccTCj_b6xxNlgCC1kWmxw8lr0fycUqH1QlAH0CavcFLTdqP7UeNCifb3xujglxKTLObQuf2z9Qs6DXdy8RLPd6lqoB8fsziZ0maAOUuZEkJ8Hz0IYUq38GhCJf0LvwqFGBW32/w400-h261/IMG_4612.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span face="Roboto, sans-serif" style="font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">Photo by Yan Krukau: https://www.pexels.com/photo/people-playing-playstation-together-9068966/</span></span></p><p><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Anyone who likes gaming has come to the right place. You might wish to </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2022/09/whats-best-way-to-enhance-your-game-play.html" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">enhance your gameplay</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> so you can get more out of your time. If you spend a lot of your time gaming and do not feel 100% fulfilled, here are some tips.</span></p><p><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div style="text-align: center;">This is a collaborative post</div></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Play games in comfort</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you often feel that your gaming experience is uncomfortable due to your setup, it can be a good idea to find somewhere more comfortable so you can feel more relaxed.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For example, you could play the </span><a href="https://www.plays.org/merge-fruit" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">suika game</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, where you merge fruit, similar to the 2048 game, and build up your score from the sofa. If you are playing phone or tablet games while sitting on your kitchen chairs or on your commute, it is a great idea to sit on the sofa. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Competing against yourself is more relaxing and a great way to spend your time relaxing on the sofa. Instead of scrolling through your phone, playing something productive and fun can fill your time better. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Understand what you like to play</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you want to enhance your gaming experience and ensure that it is more fulfilling, it makes sense to understand what you like to play. There is no use in playing adventure games if you prefer something that has more strategy-based stories.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Deciding what you like to play will make sure that the time you spend playing games is more fulfilling and satisfying. You will have more fun when you understand what you enjoy playing so that when you play your game, you can feel accomplished and relaxed.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Some games can cause you to experience high-stress levels, which is neither necessary nor good for your health. Therefore, try to find games that you find relaxing so that you can achieve a sense of calm while playing a game that you find entertaining.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Test various games</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are unsure of what games you find relaxing and fulfilling, then it makes sense to test various options so that you can find which you find most satisfying and fun.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For instance, you might have been stuck playing football games for years due to your friends encouraging you to take part in their gameplay. However, these games might not fully satisfy you. Therefore, taking your time to test various games will ensure that you can find games that you enjoy playing, which will make your gameplay experience more fulfilling.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Set a goal for why you’re playing</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you gain aimlessly and have no goal in mind, then it might not feel as fulfilling as you wish it to.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Setting a goal for why you are playing will ensure that you play it with a purpose and do not waste your time. If you do not play with a purpose, you will likely wait a lot of time and not feel fulfilled at the end of your game.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Furthermore, understanding the goal for each game would ensure that you understand why you're playing and how to get to the end result. For example, you might play a game where you need to win a car race in order to get the first-place prize. Understanding the end goal ensures that you play effectively in order to aim for the best prize possible.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you do not understand the goal of a game, then you do not know what to strive for, which can hinder your results and purpose for playing the game.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Play with online gamers</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Another way to </span><a href="https://ejaw.net/what-makes-a-gaming-experience-satisfying-6-successful-tips/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">make your gaming experience satisfying</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is to play with online gamers. Although you might often play games with your friends, you might not feel fulfilled as they might not enjoy playing the same games as you or they might be so competitive that it doesn't make the game fun anymore.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Playing with online gamers who are new to your life will be more exciting, and you might be able to find people who enjoy playing the same game as you, so you can spend your time wisely and play with those who are like-minded.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You can easily find online gamers by joining various gaming forums and searching for available participants in various game situations. It is important to understand online safety so that you stay safe while playing and having fun. However, you will be shocked at how much more fulfilling it will be when you find like-minded online gamers to play with.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Plan your levels</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you plan your gameplay, then you'll likely be able to achieve better results and feel more fulfilled when playing a game.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For instance, there might be various levels that you need to pass in order to progress in your game. If you do not plan wisely, you might not be able to pass each level, so you will forever be stuck and feel frustrated.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you plan your levels and do your research for the game, you'll better understand how to pass them and ensure that you can progress in your game, which will lead to greater gaming satisfaction.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Have good strategies</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Speaking of careful planning and achieving better results, you will be able to achieve great results if you play with the best strategies.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Having good gaming plans and strategies in place will ensure that you feel more fulfilled while playing, as you're not going to get stuck and you will be able to achieve the best results possible.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You can attain good strategies and better gameplay by asking your new online friend and doing plenty of research as to how you can improve your gameplay for that certain game. With good strategies under your belt, you will guarantee to enjoy playing the game more and ensure that you get the most from it.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Practice your skills</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Practicing your gameplay skills will definitely help you feel more fulfilled during your gaming experience.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The more you practice your skills, the greater your results will be, and you will feel more satisfied while playing as well as in the aftermath when looking through your results. You will notice a huge difference in your results and gaming figures when you practice playing and enhance your skills.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Although enhancing your skills can take time, it is worthwhile if you wish to pursue that game and want to achieve the best results possible.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Make time for gaming</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you do not make enough time for gaming, then of course your results are going to be hindered and your enjoyment will be unsatisfactory. If you make more time for gaming, then you guarantee to be able to enhance your skills, meet new online players, and achieve the best strategies possible.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Making time for gaming should involve your spare time, not time that you need to spend for work or educational purposes. Using your spare time effectively will guarantee that you can set aside time for gaming and ensure that you can attain greater fulfillment when playing games.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Invest in a gaming desk</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you wish to play on a PC and do not like to sit on the sofa while gaming, then the best thing to do is to invest in a gaming desk. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Having somewhere professional to sit can help enhance your concentration and focus, which will allow you to achieve better results and attain greater fulfillment.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You can position this gaming desk in a corner of your home where you can relax and achieve great concentration. Or, add the desk to a spare room if you have the space so that you can achieve a professional gaming setup and enhance your skills and enjoyment.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Invest in a gaming chair for extra comfort</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As well as having a gaming desk, it makes sense to invest in a gaming chair, as this will further enhance your comfort and concentration while gaming.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A chair that allows you to adjust the height and seating position level will ensure that you can achieve the comfiest position possible so that you can feel relaxed and be more concentrated while playing your game.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Invest in the best gaming tools</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are various other gaming tools and features that you can invest in that can enhance your gameplay and improve your results.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For instance, you can invest in extra credits to gain access to various enhanced features in a certain game. This can enhance your gameplay and your chances of success.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Furthermore, you could invest in a professional gaming headset and microphone so that you can hear more sounds and therefore enhance your gaming experience. The microphone will allow you to clearly speak to your gaming opponents and friends so that you can have clear communication and enhance your gameplay. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All of these smart tips are simple yet effective in enhancing your gaming experience and ensuring that it is more fulfilling. When you play games, you will want to ensure that you have the most relaxing and fun time while also achieving the best results, which is possible if you use as many of these tips as possible.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-7541354931820287502023-10-30T12:40:00.005-04:002023-10-30T12:40:42.076-04:005 Ideas To Help You Live A Balanced Life<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixFg5weu9kATANHTB6abWrkZZKDD4qRhlwC-aGYFwjmL5qsCoM60wxOuVOOMLM6ngNBeErIujmcyFhqoPL2S40jkH9a5gOS6ayw_do9N6KIXm1Va3Tp4RcFeKhk0atYdH5hSwNCZSn9-2EnPalIH_Kt3i-OMJvs6bUeOKejl0nP-ZgY-s4fuxCYCw02-JC/s712/IMG_4509.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="464" data-original-width="712" height="261" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixFg5weu9kATANHTB6abWrkZZKDD4qRhlwC-aGYFwjmL5qsCoM60wxOuVOOMLM6ngNBeErIujmcyFhqoPL2S40jkH9a5gOS6ayw_do9N6KIXm1Va3Tp4RcFeKhk0atYdH5hSwNCZSn9-2EnPalIH_Kt3i-OMJvs6bUeOKejl0nP-ZgY-s4fuxCYCw02-JC/w400-h261/IMG_4509.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><p> <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/photo-of-silhouette-photo-of-man-standing-on-rock-U3C79SeHa7k" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: justify; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">https://unsplash.com/photos/photo-of-silhouette-photo-of-man-standing-on-rock-U3C79SeHa7k</span></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-47d29e5d-8174-4557-e316-0e6f72b89295" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Working on your </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2021/08/the-best-things-you-can-do-for-your.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">mental health</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is an excellent way to feel happier, believe in yourself, and excel throughout your life. But this is not the only way to succeed. Focusing too much on one thing, whether it’s your mental health, work, or favorite TV show, means you could miss other important things. Instead, you must learn how to live a balanced life. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div style="text-align: center;">This is a collaborative post</div></span><p></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Nutrition and Hydration</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The key to a balanced life starts with your health, so focusing on your nutrition, hydration, and diet is essential. Drinking plenty of water and eating well is a great place to start, but you can also think about possible supplements to provide additional benefits, especially if there are foods you do not like and avoid. You can find solutions by visiting resources like </span><a href="https://science.bio/product/fladrafinil-solution/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">science.bio/product/fladrafinil-solution/</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to discover the best options for your needs. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Exercise </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Exercise is another way to ensure a balanced life, but </span><a href="https://www.bronsonhealth.com/news/six-ways-to-find-time-for-the-gym-when-youre-busy/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">finding time to exercise</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is not always easy, especially if you work all day and have plenty of other things to do once you get home. Finding small opportunities to exercise can work, but this is rarely ideal. Instead, you can incorporate exercise into your daily life in other ways. Walk or cycle to work instead of driving (where possible). Take meetings while walking outside around the office building, as you can enjoy nature, too. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Learning </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your education does not stop just because you leave school. If anything, it has just begun. Sure, you have covered all the basics and understand most things on the surface level, but you can still learn more about the world. These lessons could include nature, politics, science, or anything you want. Whatever it is, you can seek out anything you’re interested in and become more knowledgeable, giving you a great hobby to make the most of your free time </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">and</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> the chance to impress friends and family. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Spend Time With Others </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">People are supposed to be social, even if they claim to be introverts who love their alone time. You need to spend time with other people, whether </span><a href="https://www.piedmont.org/living-better/4-reasons-friends-and-family-are-good-for-your-health" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">friends and family</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> or even coworkers, to live a balanced life. Speaking to other people is excellent for your mental health and it helps you gain fresh perspectives by learning what others think. Furthermore, it gets you out of your own head and gives you the chance to unwind. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sleep Well </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Everyone needs between seven and nine hours of sleep </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">on average</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Failing to do this can lead to issues with your mental and physical well-being. However, some people also find it difficult to get to sleep early which only makes it more challenging to wake up on time. Reducing screen time, exercising, and eating well can all help you establish a more convenient and effective sleep schedule. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Balance </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Beginning balance in your life can benefit you in many areas. You can feel healthier and happier while also ensuring you are following the right path. These ideas should help you identify where you need to focus next to ensure balance and hopefully reap the rewards sooner rather than later. </span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-76154026078833635912023-10-30T12:38:00.002-04:002023-10-30T12:38:19.673-04:00How Can You Step Up Your Online Privacy?<p style="text-align: center;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRKD1FnlSS0DKBUDmAk0lJKUm_F8w2aArF1xaEML7ZRMR_fXx9hbCyWRJkkOdOp2uVMxNGP3_NiTkeiNolT1In2p7TSG_sl8oi3swmGy63NjxbFUKddFlQwhxveK5qAKJUpaNB-qRDaF_tJDHHftJrwRRWJdasMvyqWA6NnjbeSZY-57YSd6TT9vhYtN7Z/s694/IMG_4507.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="465" data-original-width="694" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRKD1FnlSS0DKBUDmAk0lJKUm_F8w2aArF1xaEML7ZRMR_fXx9hbCyWRJkkOdOp2uVMxNGP3_NiTkeiNolT1In2p7TSG_sl8oi3swmGy63NjxbFUKddFlQwhxveK5qAKJUpaNB-qRDaF_tJDHHftJrwRRWJdasMvyqWA6NnjbeSZY-57YSd6TT9vhYtN7Z/w400-h268/IMG_4507.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-shopping-online-3944405/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Image from Pexels - CC0 License</span></a></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Keeping your privacy online isn't always easy. There are always companies and people out there trying to get hold of your information and sell you anything they can. Maintaining your privacy can help you avoid the barrage of ads, and it's also useful for protecting you from any unsavory people you might not want to be in contact with. Fortunately, there are lots of ways you can be more private online to protect your personal information. If you're smart about it, you can prevent people from knowing everything from who you bank with to your date of birth. But with so many people out to try and get as much info as possible from you, how do you stop them?</span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative post</span></div><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Be More Careful About the Info You Give Out</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Not too long ago, we were cautioned about giving out details such as our real names, dates of birth, and locations. Now, we're encouraged to share this information with many websites and applications. Keeping this type of information safe is harder than ever, and we often give companies permission to use it without even realizing it. If you want to be more private </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2023/03/top-5-ways-internet-can-help-with.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">online</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, being a little more careful about who you share private information with is important. This should include not just watching what information you give up freely but what you might accidentally give away too, for example, in photos that you upload.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Add an Extra Layer of Protection to Devices</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">No matter what sort of device you're using, there are things you can do to protect it when you're online. One of the best steps you can take is to use a </span><a href="https://sekur.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">safe VPN</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to add an extra layer of protection to your device. When you use a VPN, you prevent any security problems by encrypting your connection and any requests for information. It's a great way to stay anonymous online and keep your personal information private at all times. Using a VPN is simple, requiring you to only download it and ensure you have an account to turn it on.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Control Cookies and Ads</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Thanks to some recent regulations, we can have a lot more control over the cookies that are put on our devices. Regulations like the EU's </span><a href="https://gdpr-info.eu/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">GDPR</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and California's CCPA mean that websites have to make it easier for you to pick and choose which cookies you want to accept. Taking advantage of this can help you improve privacy and prevent your activities from being tracked. It also puts you in control of what adverts you see, as it can prevent remarketing. Another great way to control which ads you see is by using an ad-blocking browser extension.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieDnZBtdidwOSdwzfe8WZfR9ppNkwwPsdAdfe2_JmR5MJ6UTdF6BpjXSSlt7vCsDjg0blJpBM1m9R1FRuY2dXce7VUG1DfiboFndNrvGaN6469_KoJJ19mj1Jmxrt8_I9M9oDgSNYfrgyk5wv2DCgSZcAlHyhPOcHGXayXX6X_RAoQCgOz7tpJN7FUg4eT/s694/IMG_4508.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="406" data-original-width="694" height="234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieDnZBtdidwOSdwzfe8WZfR9ppNkwwPsdAdfe2_JmR5MJ6UTdF6BpjXSSlt7vCsDjg0blJpBM1m9R1FRuY2dXce7VUG1DfiboFndNrvGaN6469_KoJJ19mj1Jmxrt8_I9M9oDgSNYfrgyk5wv2DCgSZcAlHyhPOcHGXayXX6X_RAoQCgOz7tpJN7FUg4eT/w400-h234/IMG_4508.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/people-at-an-online-meeting-11117850/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Image from Pexels - CC0 License</span></a></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Only Connect to Safe Networks</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As you move around, you can connect to various different networks, either on purpose or accidentally. You might know that some of these networks are safe, including your home or work networks. But there are others that might not be as safe as you want and need them to be. That's why it's important to be careful about which ones you connect to. Connecting to public networks should be something you do with caution. Using a VPN and ensuring you have the appropriate antivirus software is a must if you want to maintain your privacy on any network.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use Private Messaging</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Messaging apps are excellent for communicating with friends, family, coworkers, and more. But if the app you use isn't secure, you could find that there's a possibility your data isn't as safe as you'd like it to be. Be careful with which </span><a href="https://www.pcmag.com/picks/best-secure-messaging-apps" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">apps</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> you choose to use if you want to maintain your privacy. Apps such as WhatsApp and Telegram should provide the security you're looking for. You don't have to look outside of some of the most popular apps, although that doesn't mean that all of the big apps are as secure as each other.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Check Your App Permissions</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you install a new app on your phone, it will likely ask for certain </span><a href="https://www.tomsguide.com/how-to/how-to-change-app-permissions-on-android" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">permissions</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. It might want access to your camera, your location, or your contacts. Sometimes you might be aware of which apps have permission to do what, but that's not always the case. You can go into the settings on your phone and get an overview of which apps have which permissions. It's a good idea to do this regularly so that you can make any changes if you need to.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Taking a few more steps to maintain your privacy online can help you protect your personal information and stay safe.</span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-22201366955198525682023-10-26T05:43:00.003-04:002024-02-01T13:29:06.684-05:00Fumbling towards Financial Freedom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD2_aV-Pibj1j42DwSOFCbFMnYQpJKSZrd_8e4pB7H_CkmIHd0mTgMTYwPykzH_cKi1h6ZytTa3HAG46pZKiverXsgeQtwoDF2jTHwaG0FN4aHp_jNSe-DQfuopvIH7hCf1_ewB6qXzVBuNlXTKROb9ULCgbDKz5tEwKKP-lfyHFR9hYZ4kYQsvTlQI0S5/s714/IMG_4459.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="479" data-original-width="714" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD2_aV-Pibj1j42DwSOFCbFMnYQpJKSZrd_8e4pB7H_CkmIHd0mTgMTYwPykzH_cKi1h6ZytTa3HAG46pZKiverXsgeQtwoDF2jTHwaG0FN4aHp_jNSe-DQfuopvIH7hCf1_ewB6qXzVBuNlXTKROb9ULCgbDKz5tEwKKP-lfyHFR9hYZ4kYQsvTlQI0S5/w400-h269/IMG_4459.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/woman-holding-brown-umbrella-TyQ-0lPp6e4" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Photo by Edu Lauton on Unsplash</span></a></p><p><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ah, financial security. An ever-evanescent concept, it seems out of reach like the last cookie from a jar. Well, now is the time to stop reaching and start planning ahead for financial freedom.</span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative post</span></div><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cutting The Cord of Debt</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Debt can be like an unwanted romance; now is the time to cut its cord and say farewell. Begin by understanding all aspects of your debt -</span><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/interestrate.asp#:~:text=The%20interest%20rate%20is%20the,annual%20percentage%20rate%20(APR)." style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> interest rates</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, minimum payments, etc. Create and follow through on a payment plan: you could either try using either the debt snowball method (pay off debts in order from smallest to largest), or the avalanche approach (start with high interest debt first). No matter which approach you select - just remember it's a marathon not a sprint and remember your journey won't stop soon - keep focused on reaching that finish line before long enough!</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Mastering The Art Of Saving</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Saving is like dieting; we know we should do it, yet those extra treats often tempt us. The key to successful saving is making it a habit rather than a chore - set up automatic deposits into your savings account like another bill payment and treat saving like any other expense bill. </span><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">You should also find ways to protect and secure your information through cybersecurity and <a href="https://www.pitsdatarecovery.net/services/">data recovery services</a> in case you (or your business) fall victim to a cyber attack<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 11pt;">. </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Remember it's not only for rainy days; good saving habits also fund sunny ones like travel, home buying and retirement planning! So put on your creative hat, plan out savings strategies together and let's paint an economically secure future together!</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Investing: Chasing the Golden Goose </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Investing may feel like an endless hunt, but diversifying your investments is an effective way of creating financial security. Think of investing like your favorite potluck dinner - everything adds up to make an enjoyable feast. From real estate and stocks, bonds and mutual funds there are various investment avenues, each of which has different risks and returns; thus it is crucial that you conduct extensive research prior to </span><a href="https://fortune.com/recommends/investing/how-to-start-investing/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">beginning any investment strategy</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Be mindful that investing is not about becoming wealthy quickly; rather, it should focus on long-term financial growth. As with anything, choose investments carefully - like your next Netflix series - something that suits your taste and holds potential for long-term enjoyment. As the saying goes: don't put all your eggs in one basket (or golden goose).</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Unconventional Ways to Achieve Financial Security: Stepping Outside the Bank</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Looking for some new and unconventional ways to achieve financial security? Check out how the sharing economy operates as an alternative form of saving and investing strategies - think of it like an immense neighborhood lending system! Rent out your car when it's not needed, or rent out a room in your house; making your assets work for you is just one example of renting. </span><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/uk/loans/personal-loans/what-is-peer-to-peer-lending/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Peer-to-peer lending</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> allows you to play bank and earn interest on loans while playing the role of lender - though this may seem risky, fortune favors the brave! Spreading out loans among multiple borrowers is one way to reduce risks; it's like diversifying a stock portfolio on an individual level. </span><a href="https://sugarbook.com/en-ph" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sugar daddy</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> websites may also provide financial support - don't take our word for it: give it a go and you might just find that this relationship brings many mutually beneficial opportunities!</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Reaching financial freedom doesn't require finding a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow; rather it involves taking charge, making smart choices, and building a sustainable future. Financial independence gives you peace of mind knowing that whatever life throws your way, your money has an armored wallet ready to absorb any blow.</span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-84266747126560322002023-10-05T12:36:00.005-04:002023-10-05T12:36:26.990-04:00 5 Tips When Planning a Small Wedding<p> <span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px;">Contrary to popular belief, there is more than one reason why a couple might choose to plan a smaller wedding</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px;">: y</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px;">es, they might be working with a tight budget, but they might also have made the conscious choice that they would rather celebrate their marriage with only those closest to them</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px;">; or t</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px;">hey might want to avoid starting their married life in debt or would prefer to spend the money on an extra special honeymoon or use it as a downpayment on a house.</span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Regardless of the motivation, it is absolutely possible to have a small wedding that is just as memorable and romantic as a large one. In many ways, it can provide more opportunities for personalization and intimacy. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">If you or someone you know is planning a small wedding, here are </span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">five</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> tips that might help. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><div class="s5" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span style="line-height: 21.6px;">1. </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Keep the guest list short</span></span></div><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">The most common reason for wedding costs spiraling is the </span><a href="https://www.vogue.com/article/plus-one-wedding-etiquette-rules"><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">length of the gue</span><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">s</span><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">t list</span></a><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">. The more people you invite the more you will have to pay for </span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">a</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> venue, food and drink, and any other </span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">gifts, treats</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">,</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> or activities you want to provide. For many couples, inviting family, extended family, friends, partners of friends</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">,</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> and possibly even colleagues quickly </span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">add</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">s</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> up and before you know if you have over 100 people attending. Generally speaking, an intimate wedding involves less than 50 guests, but a truly small wedding would include no more than 10 guests. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><div class="s5" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span style="line-height: 21.6px;">2. </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Choose an unusual venue</span></span></div><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Traditional wedding venues often have minimum guest numbers and set packages to ensure that their costs are covered and that they turn a profit from the event, but with a little creativity you can avoid these costs. For example, using a beautiful spot in nature, a location that is special to you as a couple</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">,</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> or a family member’s back yard are all possibilities if you </span><a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/7957587/backyard-at-home-wedding-permit-rules"><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">get the necessary p</span><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">e</span><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">rmits</span></a><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">. You will then</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> also</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> have more flexibility when it comes to timings and any food or drink you want to offer. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><div class="s5" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span style="line-height: 21.6px;">3. </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Discuss what is important to you as a couple </span></span></div><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">It can seem that there are certain must-have elements in a wedding, but the truth is that you should only include what is important to you. If you are not interested in drinking alcohol or dancing, swap a late-night party for an afternoon barbeque. If you are not particularly bothered about the clothes you wear, there is nothing stopping you browsing simple </span><a href="https://www.ronaldjoyce.com/blog/5-wedding-gowns-for-a-small-and-intimate-wedding"><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">wedding gowns for small weddings</span></a><span class="s7" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">, </span><span class="s7" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">or</span><span class="s7" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> even</span><span class="s7" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> wearing whatever you like. Perhaps you and your other half are more passionate about food than flowers, in which case you might choose to spend your budget on a meal than decorating a venue. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s7" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><div class="s5" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span style="line-height: 21.6px;">4. </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Call on friends and family for help</span></span></div><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">The </span><a href="https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/diy-party-decorations-4173071"><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">homemade approach to dec</span><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">o</span><span class="s6" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">rations</span></a><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">, flowers, food</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">,</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> or clothing can save you a significant amount of money, but you might also be able to save by calling on favors from your loved ones. You never know who has hidden skills in hair, makeup, papercraft, floristry, baking, cake decoration, singing, or playing a musical instrument. Bring your team together to create a day that is completely unique to you. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><div class="s5" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span style="line-height: 21.6px;">5. </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Remember who is getting married</span></span></div><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">You might find that your decision to have a small wedding is not a popular one with some more traditional family members, friends who all have their own ideas about what you should do, or relatives who are not invited. Whatever comes your way, remain calm and thank them for their input</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">—</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">but stick to your plans. This is your day</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">, the start of the rest of your life as a married couple,</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> and the memories will stay with you forever</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">—</span><span class="s3" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">unlike their opinions.</span></p>SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-57894381988395904072023-10-03T13:28:00.005-04:002023-10-03T13:28:26.076-04:00How to Prepare for a New Puppy<p> <span style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 18px;">Getting a new puppy is an exciting time but it is also a stressful one.</span><span style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 18px;"> </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">As with any new addition to the family, there are lots of things to organize before you hear the pitter-patter of four little paws. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">If you are about to bring a new puppy into your home but you are not sure </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">where to even begin with getting ready for this momentous occasion, then the below blog will tell you everything you need to know. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s5" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Buy all the essentials </span></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Puppies need quite a lot of stuff to keep them happy and well looked after, so you need to make sure you have stocked up on all the essentials before you bring them home. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Some of the ideas that you need to buy include:</span></p><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">A food bowl </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">A water bowl </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Poop bags </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">A travel dog crate or harness</span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">A dog bed </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Grooming tools </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Puppy toys </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Lead/collar </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Puppy pads </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">A puppy toothbrush and toothpaste </span></div><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">You may also want to invest in a crate for your home as this can help your puppy to feel safe and adjust to their new surroundings. Check out these </span><a href="https://bradlandspetsupplies.com/blogs/articles/crate-training-your-puppy-or-dog-what-you-need-to-know"><span class="s8" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">effective crate training tips</span></a><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> that can help your new puppy get used to being in a crate. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s5" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Puppy-proof your home </span></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">The next step is to make sure that your home is safe for your new puppy. </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">The easiest way to identify any dangers or hazards is to look at each room through the eyes of a puppy. Yes, this means getting down on all fours and having a wander about.</span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Some of the dangers you may encounter include:</span></p><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Dangling or loose wires or string</span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><a href="https://www.thesprucepets.com/household-items-toxic-to-dogs-1118530"><span class="s8" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Household toxins</span></a><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"></span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Small objects that could pose a choking hazard</span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Any items that are breakable </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Heights that could pose a risk </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Exposed rubbish </span></div><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">This list is not exhaustive and you may encounter other </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">potential dangers as you look around your home. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s5" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s5" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Prepare your family </span></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Getting a puppy is a big commitment </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">and you need to ensure that everyone in your household is aware of this. </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">It can be a good idea to sit everyone down a few days or a week before your new arrival is due to discuss how you are going to manage them. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Some of the questions you may want to ask include:</span></p><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">What are the house rules for the new puppy? </span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Where in the home are they allowed to go?</span></div><div class="s7" style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 36px; margin-top: 0px; text-indent: -18px;"><span class="s6" style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 21.6px;">• </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Who is going to carry out what jobs? For example, </span><a href="https://www.purina.com/articles/puppy/feeding/how-much-to-feed-a-puppy-chart"><span class="s8" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">feeding</span><span class="s8" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> the puppy</span></a><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">, training the puppy</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">,</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> etc. </span></div><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">If you have young children, you will also need to speak to them about how they should act around the new puppy. Although their natural reaction may be to squeal with delight or </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">jump up and down, this can be scary for a puppy so it is important that you ask them to stay calm. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s5" style="font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Consider your other pets </span></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">If you already have other pets in your home, you need to think carefully about how you are going to introduce them. In the first few days, it can be </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">beneficial to keep your new puppy in a separate room so that they can get used to your home and your family members before you introduce them to another dog, cat</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">,</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> or other animal. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Also, when you do introduce them, make sure to do this gradually</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">, as too much exposure too soon can be overwhelming.</span></p>SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-25585114808309357352023-09-29T12:37:00.002-04:002023-09-29T12:40:41.164-04:00 What Should You Include to Create a Balanced Lesson?<p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br /></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">As a teacher, you will likely have a certain amount of control over the lessons that you conduct, though you’ll obviously be guided and somewhat railroaded by the curriculum. However, it’s not necessarily enough to simply regurgitate the information from this curriculum back to the students</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">;</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> it needs to be transmitted in a way that makes it interesting and graspable</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">,</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">especially if you’re trying to make it more understandable and digestible to a younger audience.</span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">So, you need to create a balanced lesson that is informative but also engaging and interesting enough, with an opportunity for this learning to be applied. </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">It is e</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">asy in theory, but there are </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">a number of</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> ways that you can realize this in practice.</span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><p class="s6" style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 2px;"><span class="s5" style="color: #2f5496; font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Digestible and Interesting</span></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">So, how do you avoid simply reciting the information? One route that you could take is to make the lesson more interactive</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">. Think about finding ways </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">to </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">ask</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> more</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> questions</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> and </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">provoking discussion that can have the students asking you some questions in return. Asking them the right question can suggest gaps in their knowledge that give them some curiosity about what they can ask next, potentially building up an interest in a topic that they had none in beforehand. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Breaking down more complex ideas can be difficult for this very reason, however. A basic science lesson, for example, could easily end up in a situation where a question being asked back at you veers into territory that is much more advanced, meaning that keeping things </span><a href="https://www.wgu.edu/heyteach/article/5-tricks-save-derailed-lesson-plan1810.html" target="_blank"><span class="s7" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">on track</span></a><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> is also important.</span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><p class="s6" style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 2px;"><span class="s5" style="color: #2f5496; font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Applying the Knowledge</span></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Even involving the students in the discussion might not be enough to make the knowledge stick, however. </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">In order for</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> them to fully understand what they’ve learn</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">ed</span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> and come to terms with it in a way that clicks for them, they need an opportunity to apply it. This is where worksheets or similar tasks come in. Of course, there are times when simply flooding the lesson with worksheets can reduce interest to nothing. Building up an atmosphere of intrigue and discussion beforehand, though, might work in your favor. </span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">It’s also important to pick the right worksheet, as some are going to fit your purpose much better than others. </span><a href="https://studentreasures.com/teachers-lounge/lesson-plans/" target="_blank"><span class="s7" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">Perusing a variety of elementary sch</span><span class="s7" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">o</span><span class="s7" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">ol writing practice worksheets</span></a><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">, for example, can make use of the format and lessons about language in general rather than just being a generalized task to fill time.</span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"><br /></span></p><p class="s6" style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 2px;"><span class="s5" style="color: #2f5496; font-family: Ebrima; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.799999px;"><span class="bumpedFont15" style="font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 25.200001px;">Co-operative Work</span></span></p><p style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 21.6px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">While there is always the risk that the lesson might fly out of hand and into chaos once everyone starts talking to each other, stifling this might prove just as dangerous. The students might be </span><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">able to learn a lot from each other, and being able to work with their friends might lead to a greater enjoyment of the lesson. While you don’t want things to veer into a state of unrest, having fun and being enthusiastic about what’s being taught might be </span><a href="https://www.labster.com/blog/why-students-learn-more-fun"><span class="s7" style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;">more instrumental</span></a><span class="s4" style="font-family: Ebrima; line-height: 21.6px;"> to that knowledge being retained than you expect – not to mention that it gives you some downtime to prepare for the rest of the lesson by yourself.</span></p>SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-14652914825166537772023-09-13T08:48:00.003-04:002023-09-13T08:48:18.064-04:00How Technology Can Improve Your Sporting Skills<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ7vvvJmZzXkS84a5AlM7K5EgLcHa1veuz6WQehCqWQp1z1OeFhtAk7hXKGdsYzOSEfZMWNbZk9e9dRtwuUVxgu7sDkBkX4-DW_8nwlpnhYCsPnhBxm1I5HnMiFzwpq3xqQ3GbmMBryc5NkK_xRrfSQEX4FVtS2RkxjmISd6JKVIPUks_WmnqyB2AqsHVE/s717/IMG_3993.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="469" data-original-width="717" height="418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ7vvvJmZzXkS84a5AlM7K5EgLcHa1veuz6WQehCqWQp1z1OeFhtAk7hXKGdsYzOSEfZMWNbZk9e9dRtwuUVxgu7sDkBkX4-DW_8nwlpnhYCsPnhBxm1I5HnMiFzwpq3xqQ3GbmMBryc5NkK_xRrfSQEX4FVtS2RkxjmISd6JKVIPUks_WmnqyB2AqsHVE/w640-h418/IMG_3993.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/man-lying-beside-on-green-tennis-balls-1103833/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Photo by Oliver Sjöström</span></a></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">These days, sports are quite a bit different from how they used to be. That doesn’t (necessarily) mean they’re different in terms of how they’re played (although some changes have definitely come about), but they’re different in terms of the technology you can use to enhance your own skills and your enjoyment of the game or sport you’re playing. It’s an interesting thought because a lot of the time, you wouldn’t put sport and tech together - they might even be seen as complete opposites. However, we’ll show you some ways they can go together to help you become better. Read on to find out more. </span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative post</span></div><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h1 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 20pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wearable Fitness Trackers </span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wearable fitness trackers really have made things very different when it comes to how you play your sports and what you can get out of them. These gadgets, often worn like watches (with time-telling capabilities as well in a lot of cases), can track your heart rate, how many calories you’ve burned, steps you’ve taken, and even your sleep patterns. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All of this data can help you make your training regime better so that it helps you more and gets you more in shape to play sports - you’ll be able to see what work you still need to do, and you can make sure that any exercise or warm ups you do are actually doing some good. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h1 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 20pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Video Analysis Software</span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Have you ever played a game or taken part in any kind of sport or exercise and wished you could see what you did from a different perspective? Or maybe you know you made a mistake and you’d like to see what actually happened. It could be the opposite; you might have done something great, and you’d love to know what you did so you can replicate it. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This wouldn’t have been possible in the past, and even if your game or performance had been videoed, you might not have been able to see enough detail for it to make a difference. However, video analysis software means that you can now scrutinize your every move. Whether you’re a golfer and you want to see how your new </span><a href="https://thegolfbandit.com/taylormade-rbz-speedlite-13-piece-golf-set-review/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">premium golf set</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> has improved your swing, a runner perfecting your form, or you desperately need to know how you let that goal in when you were sure you were going to save it, this software can give you some valuable insights and you’ll be able to improve your sport because of them. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h1 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 20pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Virtual Reality Training </span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Virtual reality has really brought a new dimension to sports training, and athletes can now completely immerse themselves in stunningly realistic scenarios, which means their training becomes even better. This leads to better decision-making, more spatial awareness, faster reaction times, and so on, and these can all be used in real life once they’ve been learned through VR. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Although VR training is something everyone can use, it’s particularly useful when it comes to team sports. If the team can’t all get together, using VR means they can still all practice together, giving them an advantage they wouldn't normally have had by the time they get to their match or game. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h1 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 20pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Smart Sports Equipment </span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Everything seems to be smart these days, from </span><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/smart-home.asp#:~:text=A%20smart%20home%20allows%20homeowners,with%20convenience%20and%20cost%20savings." style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">houses</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to cars, but did you know you can get smart sports equipment as well? From tennis rackets to basketballs, smart sports equipment comes with sensors that collect data in your performance. These devices can measure all sorts of things, including shot accuracy, speed, ball spin, and how much force you exert on impact - as well as much more. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Looking at this data will give you so much information about how you currently play your sport, and it will give you some great ideas about where your strengths and weaknesses lie, ensuring you’re able to build where you need to and focus on areas you’re not so great at to become more well-rounded. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h1 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 20pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sports-Specific GPS Devices </span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As the name suggests, you can choose a specific GPS device for your particular sport, whether it’s running, cycling, golf, or anything else. These are similar to other devices we’ve mentioned on this list, but because these are sport-specific, they’ll give you even more data that you can personally put to good use. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Information you can get from these GPS devices includes tracking your route, seeing your pace, looking at elevation changes, and more. With this much information, it becomes a lot easier to analyze your performance and come up with some useful ways to improve what you’re currently doing. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h1 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 20pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Nutrition Tracking Apps </span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you want to be </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2019/06/how-to-turn-exercise-into-passion.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">good at sports</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (and healthy in general), looking at your diet and making positive changes is crucial. Of course, it’s not always easy to know what those changes should be, and sometimes you might be doing more harm than good when you’re trying to get fitter. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">That’s why nutrition tracking apps can be such a useful tool. They can give you plenty of information about your daily calorie intake, the type of food you’re eating, how much food is ideal (and when you’ve had too much or too little each day), and so on. They can also give you information about meal planning and hydration, and some can plan the meals for you, so all you have to do is buy the food and cook the dishes. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h1 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 20pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Injury Prevention Tools </span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">No one wants a sporting injury - it doesn’t just hurt, but it also means you’ll be out of action for potentially quite some time, meaning you can’t keep training, and there’s always a risk you’ll forget some of your important skills or lose some of your abilities, especially if you’re injured very badly. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is why a lot of athletes invest in injury prevention tools. This includes things like wearable impact sensors and motion analysis software that can spot when there is an injury risk and alert you. If you’re made aware of the problem, it’s likely you can do something about it before you actually get hurt, and that could save a lot of problems in the long run. </span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-12408523894956553932023-09-08T09:10:00.003-04:002023-09-08T09:10:25.365-04:00Exploring Tomorrow’s Tech: Are You Ready For What’s Next?<p style="text-align: center;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA-Pmn6kRBLOQk3QbvkG8Rp4emimZxaldJo_5TIwEPmKVqOKqfXC5O-0gC3Ci-wkP0s_1rq5HAWyStWRFBsAxwikQ-c5v6n_1UB_sVARR1xjQ0YxFGB0eRwu6lTS55Sw0AjIy8-snomfJserPflj7wAbfkxoSpRqw25b6vpszPYzysBmBvn7itAvvK1k7W/s709/IMG_3880.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="472" data-original-width="709" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA-Pmn6kRBLOQk3QbvkG8Rp4emimZxaldJo_5TIwEPmKVqOKqfXC5O-0gC3Ci-wkP0s_1rq5HAWyStWRFBsAxwikQ-c5v6n_1UB_sVARR1xjQ0YxFGB0eRwu6lTS55Sw0AjIy8-snomfJserPflj7wAbfkxoSpRqw25b6vpszPYzysBmBvn7itAvvK1k7W/w640-h426/IMG_3880.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Via </span><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/robot-pointing-on-a-wall-8386440/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pexels</span></a></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you trying to navigate the tech landscape? It’s a journey, right? Innovation is around every corner, challenging our expectations and skills. Just as you think you’re on top of it and know what’s going on, something changes. So, let’s delve into five tech advancements that are not only breaking new ground but also reshaping the world we live in.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><span><a name='more'></a></span><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">This is a collaborative post</p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1. Edge Computing: What’s All The Buzz About? </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Data. It’s become our world’s pulse, hasn’t it? But here’s an interesting shift: Instead of data trekking across vast digital terrains to distant data centers, what if it’s processed right at its source? That’s the essence of Edge Computing. By tackling data closer to devices like your smartwatch or home security system, we’re looking at quicker responses and a boost in security. Intriguing, isn’t it? Furthermore, Edge Computing is making waves all around, not only for individuals but for businesses too, streamlining operations and optimizing performance.</span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2. Bioprinting: Sci-Fi Or Science Fact? </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A decade ago, the idea of “printing” organs might have been relegated to science fiction. Today? It’s rapidly becoming our reality. </span><a href="https://www.news-medical.net/health/What-is-Bioprinting.aspx" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bioprinting</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is using 3D printing tech to craft cell structures. Imagine the potential: A world where organ transplant waiting lists might be significantly reduced and the concerns of organ rejection minimized. It’s an exciting frontier for medicine and one that could potentially redefine healthcare as we know it, making life-saving treatments more accessible than ever before.</span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">3. AI: Beyond The Silver Screen Portrayals </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When Artificial Intelligence is mentioned, it might conjure images of cinematic robots or futuristic dystopias. But in reality? </span><a href="https://mindmajix.com/artificial-intelligence-technologies" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">AI</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is becoming integral to various industries. It’s not just about machines but their ability to learn, adapt, and even predict what could happen in weeks, months, or years to come. From advanced weather forecasts to aiding medical diagnoses, AI’s influence is pervasive and profound in the world as we know it. </span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">4. Advanced Energy Storage: More Than Just Battery Life </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Worried about your phone’s battery life or the mileage of electric cars? Advancements in energy storage could be game-changers. The next wave of batteries aims to be efficient, long-lasting, and environmentally considerate. Additionally, these storage solutions could facilitate the integration of renewable energies like wind and solar, making them more reliable throughout the day. As we transition towards sustainable energy solutions, harnessing this potential becomes pivotal, promising a cleaner and more efficient power landscape for all.</span></p><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 18pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">5. Autonomous Vehicles: How Close Are We Really? </span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The vision of self-driving cars is gradually taking shape, and technologies like </span><a href="https://safran-navigation-timing.com/solution/gps-simulators/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">GPS simulators</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> play a crucial role in achieving this goal. These tools simulate real-world scenarios, ensuring vehicles are not just self-driving but also safe and well-trained. It paints a future where road trips could be significantly more relaxed and efficient. And who knows, maybe in the near future, traffic jams and parking woes will be tales of the past. Imagine a world where our streets are seamlessly orchestrated by intelligent vehicles, optimizing mobility for everyone.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As tech continues to evolve and redefine boundaries, it’s evident that we’re on the verge of transformative changes. From healthcare to transportation, our future seems promisingly dynamic. So, as we stand at this tech crossroads, which direction excites you the most?</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-84771519295461047282023-08-16T14:54:00.007-04:002023-08-16T14:54:31.596-04:00What Do We Not Normally Talk About When It Comes To Pregnancy?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRTOUmaa-ZYa9TQho44iGazfLRw-zhS4f-RgBH6M_QKRI8uLbfz_96chGMs2uvN9Qm9k4xeszz6J2UIpS6Y2y4Xovv4pat5_5ltFeUiU0B7Z5CQ0Ine0wxDWWoPbs6cv7rXLJF-B5XtKVxBxG1W6tGPXabha43CPdqdxTUsRz9z08_xyuDrUiTvK4N3KmM/s719/IMG_3540.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="477" data-original-width="719" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRTOUmaa-ZYa9TQho44iGazfLRw-zhS4f-RgBH6M_QKRI8uLbfz_96chGMs2uvN9Qm9k4xeszz6J2UIpS6Y2y4Xovv4pat5_5ltFeUiU0B7Z5CQ0Ine0wxDWWoPbs6cv7rXLJF-B5XtKVxBxG1W6tGPXabha43CPdqdxTUsRz9z08_xyuDrUiTvK4N3KmM/w640-h424/IMG_3540.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-standing-by-the-wall-3094422/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Image Source - CC0 License</span></a></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pregnancy is commonly talked about in terms of labor, and in terms of the mood swings that women often experience. The thing that a lot of us seem to forget is that there is actually a lot more to pregnancy than these two things, and it’s important to support women through it all.</span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative project </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><p></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> We’ve written this article to talk about some of the things that we don’t normally speak about when it comes to pregnancy, so keep reading if you’re interested in hearing what we have to say.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Pain Some People Experience</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The harsher side of pregnancy is the fact that there are some women who experience quite a lot of pain. The amount of pain you will feel is not a reflection of the way that you are taking care of yourself in most cases, it just depends on your body. Some women struggle with feelings of pain more than others, and while it’s tough to deal with, we know that you’ve got this. If you speak to your doctor, they might be able to give you something to help take the edge off.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If there is a specific pain, then you can speak to a specialist and see if there is anything that they can do to help you get through. We know it’s tough, which is why </span><a href="https://www.freedomchiromi.com/pregnancy/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">chiropractic for pregnancy</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is a common service that is used, as a lot of the pain can be in the back and neck.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Overthinking</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you’re pregnant, it’s normal to overthink, we promise. It’s not commonly talked about because we don’t like to talk about the issues that we sometimes experience while pregnant, but this just leads to others feeling alone. When overthinking</span><a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/anxiety-and-pregnancy#:~:text=Anxiety%20during%20pregnancy%20is%20also,are%20healthy%20and%20developing%20normally." style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> hits</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, it’s okay to talk about what’s going on in your head, no matter what it is. Find someone that you trust to speak to, and tell them what you’re thinking about. It might be tough to say out loud, but sometimes you have to, even if you don’t really understand it.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Lack Of Sleep</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The final thing that we want to let you know is that the lack of sleep can start in pregnancy, not after your baby is born. Some women find it extremely difficult to sleep when they are in the </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2020/10/five-ways-pregnancy-changes-your-body.html?m=1" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">later stages of pregnancy</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> because they are not comfortable enough to do so. Sharing your body with a little baby sounds cute, but can be ridiculously uncomfortable if the baby decides to squish into your ribs, use your bladder as a basketball, or dance around like it’s going to be a ballerina. Prepare for those lost hours, and get back as many as you can, when you can.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pregnancy is different for everyone, so just because your journey doesn’t look identical to Dianne’s on Instagram, that’s not necessarily a negative thing. Your journey is your own, and you need to stop comparing it to other people’s if you want to be happy. The more that you know about pregnancy and the realities of it though, the less alone you are going to feel.</span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-12208944268804843072023-08-10T02:19:00.001-04:002023-08-10T02:19:12.850-04:00Tips for Overcoming Writer's Block<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC-sBWBwWSQSQsL2sHVrCeR58HJpoELis5k5s1lfrS4A4CHjtXooMW6exJBXTiVbih1NkKI3P7CM3t2rP8xXjZqfZOMMqC8uyjJq7PAJ26gvxWtV5bhOY4hSXpQiTUPmBbFwRZjtt97M2iJngQdmziAJjZie8Jo946JT6Wrr8t6QHen-98ILLaxPff8AOz/s1073/IMG_3500.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1073" data-original-width="704" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC-sBWBwWSQSQsL2sHVrCeR58HJpoELis5k5s1lfrS4A4CHjtXooMW6exJBXTiVbih1NkKI3P7CM3t2rP8xXjZqfZOMMqC8uyjJq7PAJ26gvxWtV5bhOY4hSXpQiTUPmBbFwRZjtt97M2iJngQdmziAJjZie8Jo946JT6Wrr8t6QHen-98ILLaxPff8AOz/w420-h640/IMG_3500.jpeg" width="420" /></a></div><p> <a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-writing-on-a-notebook-4240497/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Image credit</span></a></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-0de199c1-de17-ab14-94ee-68507b77e4d0" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Writer's block can be highly frustrating for those who rely on writing as their career. It doesn't matter if you are a published </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2021/11/four-professionals-that-are-needed-for.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">author,</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> copywriter, social media manager, or you simply need to write marketing copy to send an email to your clients. Writers can happen to anyone at any time and last from a few minutes to a few days, months, weeks, or even years in some cases.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative post</span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So how can you combat writer's block? What works for you can be different, and it can be a case of trying everything to get the creative juices flowing or doing nothing that gets things ticking again, but the following tips can help you to get things moving again.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do Nothing</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don't force it. If the words aren't coming, then maybe stop trying to force them to come through. You can down tools for a short while, maybe 30 minutes or a few, but not completely. Stop thinking about what you need to write and do absolutely nothing concerning writing, words, or your area of expertise. In some cases, this can be all it takes. Push thoughts out of your mind, and distract yourself with something else.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Try A Word Generator</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Word generators can help to inspire you. Even if you don't write about your topic or book, it can help you move past the block by giving you a word to focus on and start with no other expectations. They can give you one word or multiple words to help you move past the sentence and put together a short story based on the words from the </span><a href="https://wordgenerator.co/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">word generator</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> results.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Go For A Walk</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Get out, get </span><a href="https://www.kent-teach.com/Blog/post/2017/04/25/6-benefits-of-getting-fresh-air.aspx" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">some fresh air and clear your mind</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. This can be a useful tool for any section, causing your stress and writer's block. Nature can be a wonderful healer and if your brain is feeling overloaded and can't figure out how to do anything, then let it bask in the great outdoors, even if it is just walking around your neighborhood. The fresh air combined with Vitamin D and exercise can be a mental boost that will help you push through your wordlessness and get those thoughts flowing again.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><h2 dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Read A Book</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Inspiration comes from many sources; one </span><a href="https://thepositivewindow.com/my-sources-of-inspiration-for-writing/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">excellent source of inspiration is other people's writing</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. So move away from the desk and grab a book. Get lost in someone else's words and journey and see if it solves your pressing issue. Remember, don't just read for the act of eliminating writer's block. Allow yourself to get engrossed in the story and be carried along for the ride. Getting your imagination going and fired up can be the best way to get the creative juices flowing.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Writer's block isn't fun, nor is it a finite issue meaning it can go on for a while if you let it. Avoid procrastinating, letting it affect you for too long without doing anything, and carrying out pointless tasks when you need to be writing. Actively working to overcome your block is the best way to break through and get over it.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-81374805667972758132023-08-02T13:47:00.004-04:002023-08-04T10:33:22.447-04:003 Signs It's Better You Separate Rather Than Stay Married<p style="text-align: center;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9lz781EezkePpaML0X6x1g-7MdevIPM7XjOYywD8TRVW5xoSvmL6rF1xFS3nh13sfMezyStFlipBAmW3KucgkI8SC2OkY4FlcBUFJZfV-Ai7zI2SQwww_x_o_NsMFOEAIYQq4bh5i3UXmHm2AP_tL_OVrT_hv4wGrhGMT_xStVM7RBl6BMjd4ARfZH16J/s722/IMG_3451.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="479" data-original-width="722" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9lz781EezkePpaML0X6x1g-7MdevIPM7XjOYywD8TRVW5xoSvmL6rF1xFS3nh13sfMezyStFlipBAmW3KucgkI8SC2OkY4FlcBUFJZfV-Ai7zI2SQwww_x_o_NsMFOEAIYQq4bh5i3UXmHm2AP_tL_OVrT_hv4wGrhGMT_xStVM7RBl6BMjd4ARfZH16J/w640-h424/IMG_3451.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-in-white-dress-shirt-and-black-skirt-sitting-on-gray-couch-4098224/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Source Location - CC0 License</span></a></p><p><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you get married, you promise to love the other person for the rest of your life. You promise to stand by them, and you promise to be there for them no matter what, but sometimes even though we make these promises with the best intentions, this is just not how life turns out. There are times where people stay in unhappy marriages because of their vows, but this is not the way that you should be living your life. It’s okay to admit that sometimes it’s better to separate than stay married, and these are some of the signs. </span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative post. </span></div><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Trust Is Gone</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If the trust is completely gone, then what do you really have? Trust is such a fragile thing because it takes so long to build up, and only seconds to smash to pieces. If the trust has gone from one or both sides, and you’re not willing to build it back up, then there is no point staying together. You deserve better than to be in a relationship where you are constantly second guessing, where you feel paranoid, where you feel as though you have to overthink everything. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Trust is the </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2019/11/is-your-marriage-on-rocky-road-heres.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">foundation of any good relationship</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, so if you don’t have it, then what’s the point? Ask yourself whether it’s worth trying to regain the trust, and if it’s not, then that’s a sign.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You’re Not Putting In The Effort</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">We don’t just mean you personally, but your partner as well. When you are married it can be tough to keep the spark alive, but you’ve got to work at it. Some people think that it should be easy, and that you should just be happy all of the time, but this is not a realistic idea of marriage. If it was, then services like </span><a href="https://www.davidtzall.com/services/couples-therapy" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">www.davidtzall.com/services/couples-therapy</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> wouldn’t be needed, but they are, regularly. Going to couples therapy though is a sign that you are putting in the effort, as the person is worth making that commitment for. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If one or both of you is not willing to put the effort into the relationship any longer, then you don’t have a relationship anymore.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Whole Family Is Miserable</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The final thing that we want to say is that if the whole family is miserable, what is the point? If your kids are picking up on the fact that you two aren’t happy together, then you are negatively impacting your children as well as the both of you by staying in this unhappy marriage. An article like </span><a href="https://www.heysigmund.com/unhappy-marriage-and-kids/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.heysigmund.com/unhappy-marriage-and-kids/</span></a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can give you more information on this, so it’s worth looking into. You all deserve better than to be miserable and live in a home with bad vibes.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The sad truth is that there are going to be times where the person that you thought you were going to spend the rest of your life with turns out not to be. It can be tough to let go of a relationship that you have put so much effort into over the years, but sometimes it’s best to just keep the good memories and move on.</span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-68543761196185012112023-07-12T15:45:00.005-04:002023-07-12T15:45:30.792-04:00How Can I Keep My Mood Consistent Throughout The Day?<p style="text-align: center;"> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguIoDWptMxq3vYGUZL54CgHsAr_UJdfIw3nWnTqjso3NjIjnuDWOlxs9oI_F4rCLshFvVVGp5GRRjBPx-NPR5UiQh0R7djOKRcbwxlGuFPlRPiqfKK7XBR8b3vcwVCbTpEt_ZbMx7DEfFklphbSH87aXdactA2z0lvRCrEc0rOG0Ovo62xcFXYHwgdcHAm/s2250/IMG_3191.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="2250" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguIoDWptMxq3vYGUZL54CgHsAr_UJdfIw3nWnTqjso3NjIjnuDWOlxs9oI_F4rCLshFvVVGp5GRRjBPx-NPR5UiQh0R7djOKRcbwxlGuFPlRPiqfKK7XBR8b3vcwVCbTpEt_ZbMx7DEfFklphbSH87aXdactA2z0lvRCrEc0rOG0Ovo62xcFXYHwgdcHAm/w640-h426/IMG_3191.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href=" https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-holding-a-smiley-balloon-1236678/" target="_blank">Photo by Julia Avamotive from Pexels</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-de40f793-4b9f-4d8d-08ee-7cb4ae88c478" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you’ve found that your mood tends to swing and flow throughout the day, sometimes happy, sometimes sad, sometimes aggravated, then you’re probably a relatively normal person. Most of us have periods of high or low mood. If you feel that these swings are hard to judge and not necessarily moored to your </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2023/07/you-can-help-create-successful-future.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">daily experience</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, then it may be that a medical evaluation is needed.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666667px; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative post</div></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">However, if you find that you just want to improve your mood and avoid tiring slumps throughout the day, then it’s worth considering a few healthy lifestyle changes to make. You may be surprised just how many influences there can be on your mood, from managing your gut biome to focusing on better, quality sleep and being exposed to fresh air, what matters is taking a careful approach towards managing your health and moving forward with confidence from there.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As such, in this post, we’ll discuss how to keep your mood consistent throughout the day in the healthiest way possible. Without further ado, please consider some of the following advice:</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Manage Your Caffeine & Carb Intake</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you’re used to caffeine and carb slumps, you know how deeply this can effect your mood on a daily basis. It’s not fun to feel like crashing when you’re at work, or when trying to be productive on your day off. That’s why it can be worth switching strong coffees or energy drinks with matcha or green tea, as this helps release caffeine gently over time. The same goes for carbs - try eating lighter lunches or breakfasts to help avoid those midday slumps that make you feel done with everyone for an hour or two - even if everything is going fine.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Consider Your Gut Biome</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s always good to consider your gut biome and how that contributes to your mood. </span><a href="https://www.northeastdigestive.com/blog/how-to-restore-gut-health-after-antibiotics/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Restoring gut health after antibiotics</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can help improve your mood. Why? Because the natural homeostasis provided within your body can be altered by the bacteria in your gut, and that can affect your mood. With a healthy good biome (natural healthy bacteria through some sugarfree yogurts can be beneficial for this too!) you’ll find that in general, your diet is sustaining your mood, not harming it.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s All About Sleep</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Put simply, it’s impossible to sustain a good mood throughout most of the day if you’re </span><a href="https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/features/emotions-cognitive" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">exhausted</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Sure, some sleep deprivation may have a temporary ‘glow’ feeling, but that’s not sustainable nor something to aim at. In actual fact, this comes from similar brain effects to intoxication thanks to a lack of rest. As you can see, this will play havoc with your health. A good night’s sleep is the best thing you could ever do for your daily mood, outside of escalating your condition to a mental health professional if you need it. As such, investing in your sleep hygiene is essential and always wise.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">With this advice, we hope you can continue to keep your mood consistent and mostly positive throughout the day, accounting for the natural ebb and flow of emotions.</span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-54839663505802517122023-07-12T15:38:00.005-04:002023-07-12T15:40:15.244-04:00Easy Self-Care Tips for Stressed Out Moms<p style="text-align: center;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUrdtvB2uZtHpcFF4bAusnF3bcwOcbXm63X7KRSQ2-qJGsAh81tSb5MOw5XETls9wpAWf9JbKzEGyD8pJq0hsVAt0lc7yDyB8gMBalACHGbmd9gvCW-lJcCdCsu8Z1CO6U8nnNnv7azxiqP6Ey95OL8IxJXJY2OxUR2SkkaUKfesbJB5buSlfLbC_n7Fny/s707/IMG_3190.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="465" data-original-width="707" height="420" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUrdtvB2uZtHpcFF4bAusnF3bcwOcbXm63X7KRSQ2-qJGsAh81tSb5MOw5XETls9wpAWf9JbKzEGyD8pJq0hsVAt0lc7yDyB8gMBalACHGbmd9gvCW-lJcCdCsu8Z1CO6U8nnNnv7azxiqP6Ey95OL8IxJXJY2OxUR2SkkaUKfesbJB5buSlfLbC_n7Fny/w640-h420/IMG_3190.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-woman-wearing-black-tank-top-4668537/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Source: Pexels (CC0 License)</span></a></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are busy and stressed out then you may find that the first thing that suffers is your standard of self-care. If you want to do yourself a favor then one thing you can do is start putting yourself first. Sure, this can be difficult, but if you take steps now then you may find that you can improve your life in more ways than one.</span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative post</span></div><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Get Enough Sleep</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sleep is critical to your physical and mental well-being. When you don’t sleep enough, you may feel tired, irritable and even unfocused. Sleep deprivation affects your immunity and it makes you much more susceptible to colds and even the flu. If you are a busy mom then make sure that you are getting enough sleep, as this is the foundation to self-care. Remember, you can’t take care of others if you are not taking care of yourself.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span><br /></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Take some Time Out</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you have a lot going on at home, you might forget about yourself. Make sure that you take time each day to do something, just for you. Whether it is taking a bath, listening to some music or even reading a book, doing something for you is the best way for you to recharge and relax. If you want to treat yourself then why not buy some make-up or perfume? </span><a href="https://buy-makeup-online.com/avon-makeup.php" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Avon makeup</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is ideal for moms on the go, so make sure that you invest in it as it will work wonders for your </span><a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-boost-your-self-confidence-4163098" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">self-confidence</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and your pampering routine.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Eat Right</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As a busy mom, you may find that you just don’t have time to make yourself a nutritious meal. Between packing your kid’s school lunch boxes and preparing tea for the family, it’s easy for your diet to fall by the wayside. If you want to help yourself, then one thing you can do is make some granola bars, or take some dried fruit and nuts with you whenever you go out. If you can do this then you will soon find that it’s easy for you to get the nutritious food you need, on the go.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Exercise Properly</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2022/08/simple-ways-to-fit-exercise-into.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Exercise</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is great for moms who want to lose weight and who want to keep their bodies nice and toned. You don’t have to join a gym or walk around the block if you want to burn some calories. Doing 30 minutes of exercise a few times a week can improve your mood and significantly reduce stress. If you want to benefit yourself then one thing you can do is try and team up with other busy moms who want to start taking better care of themselves. If you go on a nice walk then you may find that you can catch up with those around you and this is great, to say the least. You never know, you may be able to integrate it into your routine well enough, to the point where you can do it every week. This is a great way for you to boost your mental health.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-79651129152277669412023-07-11T12:46:00.002-04:002023-07-11T12:46:21.391-04:0010 Top Tips To Restore Your Youthful Glow'<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEnOIl571ddaFbmWWD044Wrd5luhI_hOJcPofThilICptiSDsl2d--9W8Y_wJlFXjxn1DVgAn6vIDvKtKvKfRwIyJDMS3dpq8w2xBpbEpQiqHyLOrwD5Hm993bePqunlVY6mWSjO-ZMO3ffBA7wZQ5dsuAT6Xr8rQVyzxciJiC06vodAYgkGWP-HWzaSnD/s718/IMG_3176.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="479" data-original-width="718" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEnOIl571ddaFbmWWD044Wrd5luhI_hOJcPofThilICptiSDsl2d--9W8Y_wJlFXjxn1DVgAn6vIDvKtKvKfRwIyJDMS3dpq8w2xBpbEpQiqHyLOrwD5Hm993bePqunlVY6mWSjO-ZMO3ffBA7wZQ5dsuAT6Xr8rQVyzxciJiC06vodAYgkGWP-HWzaSnD/w640-h426/IMG_3176.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://pixabay.com/photos/woman-beauty-monochrome-makeup-1585593/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pixabay CC0 License</span></a></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-fd53c13a-7fff-a9bf-b8b9-214efa482ad1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As a child, you probably spent many years wishing you looked older. As an adult, though, the goal is to retain a youthful glow.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you feel as though you have aged quickly over the last few years, now is the time to put things right. When you do, looking good will make you feel good, which will boost your confidence and happiness. While you might not need to use them all, here are 10 top tips that can help you achieve the desired results.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; caret-color: rgb(14, 16, 26); color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div style="text-align: center;">This is a collaborative post</div></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1| Fix Your Smile</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your smile is the first thing that anyone notices about you. Moreover, it has a telling influence on the way you view yourself. Even if it’s subconsciously, a broken smile will knock your confidence levels. Finding the </span><a href="https://www.zen.dentist/mountain-view-dental-studio" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">best dentist</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is the only way to correct the damage that has been caused by neglect or trauma. Now is the time to call them.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether it’s whitening treatments or realignment procedures, a winning smile will change your whole look. In addition to a better smile, it’ll help your facial shape. Stained or missing teeth are often linked to old age. So, building a better smile won’t just make you look better. You’ll look younger too.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2| Focus On Your Skin</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your skin is often a giveaway to getting older. Wrinkles, lines, and blemishes are all a natural part of the aging process. While you should not fear growing old gracefully, taking better care of your skin will reduce the speed. This </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2023/07/top-tips-to-help-your-skin-look-its-best.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">guide to making your skin look its best </span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">is essential reading for any woman. Now is the time to start.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">From treatments to daily lifestyle changes, several moves can be made to get younger looking skin. It will ultimately take years off of your appearance. Better still, the winning habits will serve you well as you bid to keep your skin looking younger with greater elasticity in later life.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">3| Get Active</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJRMsvQ3-zxLlCa_toGl5524wWHUswlyu9g1t5CpB_n5WVLlNCZzG-4uGIxB_uT6SrMAEJNwHLednXMAYhVJgrWlVBwgnZyTRBcaaSOQ-cEjgfIY-SbxtAhAMVFxTrJJeeE8uAiu3CMT57XTqjZ_LjA4clk6VlCgm2Vw8SMb3Y8v15YdEG-flQAAvIOiUR/s711/IMG_3177.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="481" data-original-width="711" height="432" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJRMsvQ3-zxLlCa_toGl5524wWHUswlyu9g1t5CpB_n5WVLlNCZzG-4uGIxB_uT6SrMAEJNwHLednXMAYhVJgrWlVBwgnZyTRBcaaSOQ-cEjgfIY-SbxtAhAMVFxTrJJeeE8uAiu3CMT57XTqjZ_LjA4clk6VlCgm2Vw8SMb3Y8v15YdEG-flQAAvIOiUR/w640-h432/IMG_3177.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><a href="https://pixabay.com/photos/legs-shoes-walking-walk-path-2635038/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pixabay CC0 License</span></a></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Regular exercise will naturally deliver a host of benefits for your image. However, the rewards are not limited to improved physiques. You will also find that it aids your skin and posture. Better still, the fact that you will feel more confident in your body will allow you to cast a more attractive figure. Likewise, clothes will fit better.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The key is to find an exercise that you actively enjoy. It’s far better to </span><a href="https://www.activesgcircle.gov.sg/read/10-benefits-of-team-sports" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">play a team sport </span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">that you love with friends than put yourself through routines you hate. After all, exercise should be a hobby rather than a chore. Improving your physique should never wipe the smile from your face.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">4| Change Your Hairstyle</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Haircuts will always leave you looking and feeling better than before you entered the salon. However, if you persist with the same style that you’ve had for many years, it could be outdated. Frankly, this could be a giveaway of your age, even when the rest of your look is quite youthful.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Therefore, finding some of the latest </span><a href="https://www.hadviser.com/haircuts-for-women/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">hairstyle trends</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> could be a key step towards restoring a youthful glow. Thankfully, even subtle changes are sure to gain positive remarks from loved ones while also rejuvenating your look. So, if you’ve resisted the temptation before, this should make things easier. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">5| Alter Your Fashion Choices</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As well as hairstyle, outfit choice can make you look significantly older or younger. Wearing the comfy but bobbled clothing, for example, may have the opposite impact of what you desire. Similarly, wearing the same clothes that you have for many years can have an influence on your mindset.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As with hairstyles, you can take inspiration from checking out </span><a href="https://www.womanandhome.com/fashion/fashion-trends-2023/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">the latest trends</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. However, it is important to find something that reflects your unique style and enhances your looks. Once again, you will probably find that it only requires a small update to generate big improvements. Embrace it.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">6| Use Makeup Well</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsBxSXu7OL92kRoUG0s8rAlDtBpDs1z2SEbSTjrqGaUu6YXb_t_Oh72wf9zN3jBiW4AUaBwU5UHHyuJEMQvaI7VlJWlt9B28txqUTf9qNC-bOqohawXS_6IWA7l-cooqxyu0499hUJfHavIF6m2CyMC2VdHY9OYYnpznrECbBGZidHm9TUPbUacodvBFLP/s725/IMG_3178.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="481" data-original-width="725" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsBxSXu7OL92kRoUG0s8rAlDtBpDs1z2SEbSTjrqGaUu6YXb_t_Oh72wf9zN3jBiW4AUaBwU5UHHyuJEMQvaI7VlJWlt9B28txqUTf9qNC-bOqohawXS_6IWA7l-cooqxyu0499hUJfHavIF6m2CyMC2VdHY9OYYnpznrECbBGZidHm9TUPbUacodvBFLP/w640-h424/IMG_3178.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><a href="https://pixabay.com/photos/makeup-beauty-muah-brushes-tassels-2676392/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pixabay CC0 License</span></a></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Makeup can work wonders for enhancing your look. Before applying makeup, though, you should consider whether your chosen style will increase or decrease the age you look. Selecting the </span><a href="https://sixtyandme.com/best-eyeshadows-for-older-skin/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">right eye shadow for older women,</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for example, can work wonders. Especially when compared to the option your nan used to use.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Similarly, many women find that opting for makeup that brings a more natural look is the best solution. When you wear overly bold makeup choices, it looks as though you are trying to cover up signs of aging. When thinking about the long game, opt for chemical-free items to slow the aging process too.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">7| Hold Your Posture</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you think of an older person, you probably have a vision of a hunched over man or woman that struggles to stand straight. Therefore, fixing your posture should be a priority. As already, this is one of the reasons to become more active. Ultimately, though, there are many additional steps that will help you gain the desired results. </span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Visiting the </span><a href="https://www.chirohealthusa.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">best chiropractor</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> will help you unlock improved back health. When combined with physiotherapy to undo the damage you’ve previously caused, success is assured. You will look younger, feel younger, and find that the benefits of other changes become more noticeable. Perfect.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">8| Change Your Scent</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you want to look younger, it’s not just about the visual elements. You also need your entire vibe to achieve a sense of restored youth. Smell is an immensely powerful and emotive thing. So, </span><a href="https://perfumesociety.org/find-a-fragrance/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">finding a new fragrance</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> that brings the right type of energy should sit high on your agenda.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As well as your fragrance, switching to a new soap and shampoo can work wonders. It will give you an entirely new aura while also influencing your mood and energy levels in daily life. It may seem like a very simple upgrade, but the truth is that it can be one of the most powerful solutions at your disposal. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLXgcbQgN2bujsZle9SE4BNT7XFUaMN1F5GWKW5FuIQo1jWsvn2W9PXh0h7bR4btIVYu-fvW9Hm9HZ1wzvw13ED4MXYwEctcwtzEYjFzj_aGqDZPyAgyRg-ySUddIS2j1viaJEQ-s5pK7nfsuRZ_cAWMdSkFk2uyMj1z7iSx3aloCNhLf3zDOZfxwnrULr/s722/IMG_3179.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="458" data-original-width="722" height="406" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLXgcbQgN2bujsZle9SE4BNT7XFUaMN1F5GWKW5FuIQo1jWsvn2W9PXh0h7bR4btIVYu-fvW9Hm9HZ1wzvw13ED4MXYwEctcwtzEYjFzj_aGqDZPyAgyRg-ySUddIS2j1viaJEQ-s5pK7nfsuRZ_cAWMdSkFk2uyMj1z7iSx3aloCNhLf3zDOZfxwnrULr/w640-h406/IMG_3179.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><a href="https://pixabay.com/photos/perfume-flacon-glass-bottle-bottle-2142817/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pixabay CC0 License</span></a></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">9 | Live A Healthier Life</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Appearances are largely a reflection of your health. When you do not </span><a href="https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/how-much-sleep-do-we-really-need" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">get enough sleep</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, for example, your eyes will have bags under them. When you smoke, your fingertips and teeth will become stained. And when you drink excessively, your facial appearance will show signs of it.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In truth, the prospect of unlocking a youthful appearance should not be the only incentive for adopting a healthier lifestyle. It’s equally likely to improve your health and quality of life. Still, the appearance-based upgrades are likely to become the driving force for your motivation.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">10| Accept Yourself</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Finally, you must accept that true perfection is imperfect. Flaws and blemishes are natural. The sooner you become happy with your appearance, the sooner it will shine through. You’ve got this.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-37172482582746382722023-07-06T11:58:00.008-04:002023-07-06T11:58:49.988-04:00How To Find Success With Your Online Store<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvdxvzLIpmJ8U24llPzsrZFyRKSSVmHO1eprkJZYoc2Uh3L7gndapaZsbT6EyItEBX8Pxn9F6pUBDAxj9Ul0rPRNAc_1agUZej0Qfze6ylO50nAyERgGG-xp4O98IXBDoiFHdR9Td1-Ix-nOYJjHhF7741BAtRTVnx75JxTTseRHVWXo3CFZ_icuJymLLR/s709/IMG_3088.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="475" data-original-width="709" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvdxvzLIpmJ8U24llPzsrZFyRKSSVmHO1eprkJZYoc2Uh3L7gndapaZsbT6EyItEBX8Pxn9F6pUBDAxj9Ul0rPRNAc_1agUZej0Qfze6ylO50nAyERgGG-xp4O98IXBDoiFHdR9Td1-Ix-nOYJjHhF7741BAtRTVnx75JxTTseRHVWXo3CFZ_icuJymLLR/w640-h428/IMG_3088.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-person-starting-an-online-business-7310202/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 8pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Credit - CCO License</span></a></p><p> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Running an e-commerce </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2021/09/outsourcing-is-key-to-your-small.html" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">business</span></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, or an online store, is one of the most common and popular forms of side hustle that many mothers have today. If you have such a business and you want it to be as successful as possible, there are quite a few areas that you might need to look into, and the truth is that it will be something you really need to think about as best as you can.</span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666667px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div style="text-align: center;">This is a collaborative post </div></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In this post, we’ll take you specifically through some of the main ways in which you can hope to find success with your online store. As long as you have considered the following, you should find that you can make so much more of it in no time at all.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pick A Good Niche</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is both hugely important and quite difficult to get right. The niche that you opt for will determine just how likely you are to find success with your online store. It needs to be, above all, well balanced: just enough of a new niche that you can forge ahead and be unique, but popular enough that you can also hope for some </span><a href="https://woocommerce.com/posts/lessons-from-successful-online-store-owners/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">wider engagement</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. It can take a lot of time and heavy research to find that perfect niche, but when you do you should hold on to it and make the most of it.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sell High Quality Products</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It might be tempting to cheap it out and go for some lower-value products which you can then sell at a high margin. You might think this is a savvy way of doing business, in fact. But in the long run, this approach doesn’t work, because customers will only get disappointed and will then fail to return or to recommend your services to others. So instead, make sure to sell only high quality products. If you can do that, you will find that you are going to have so much more success on the whole, with much happier customers.</span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr7UpNoM23I1JvbobISu8coTxNj5IEFV2ReFnobCopjsuXyy1If0cMzUJjtdgyfAARwvuL5fbC290wUnzWpciR2TGS8QSGHks4m5pyUMKoApMKplCx8-ugQrpXB62iD4bQuJowX2xa97PB91E-0Jl4gqRdfZaoDXnbeI8pG0vGPiF54dAeoWojweRy4c-T/s711/IMG_3089.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="711" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr7UpNoM23I1JvbobISu8coTxNj5IEFV2ReFnobCopjsuXyy1If0cMzUJjtdgyfAARwvuL5fbC290wUnzWpciR2TGS8QSGHks4m5pyUMKoApMKplCx8-ugQrpXB62iD4bQuJowX2xa97PB91E-0Jl4gqRdfZaoDXnbeI8pG0vGPiF54dAeoWojweRy4c-T/w640-h426/IMG_3089.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 8pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/laptop-on-a-wooden-table-with-the-design-business-website-on-the-screen-7181184/" style="text-decoration: none;">Credit - CCO License</a></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use Hosted Payments</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your payment processing is something that you will need to get right too, for the sake of your customers as well as yourself. After all, if you don’t have the right payment system in place, you will find that you are much more likely to run into trouble financially. And your customers need to know that they can trust the security of the system before they put any card details. So it’s a good idea to use hosted payments </span><a href="https://paytrace.net/protect/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">so you're in control of checkout</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and so your customer can fully trust the system.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Try A Website Builder</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There is no need to make things hard for yourself, of course. If you are setting up your ecommerce store and you want to make sure it is going to be an effective and attractive website, you may as well make it easier by using a trusted website builder. This is the kind of thing that can save you a lot of time and hassle, and is definitely worth thinking about. There are so many website builders out there, and it’s something that you should definitely research before diving in, but bear in mind that you rarely have to pay very much for a decent one. If you can get that right, you are going to find it really helps your site.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAN0RGMkmjovWX_HkMsZvPLXDzXOW1Hwxjk9fo3FXPoKQtv0dU_FdgJZt1Ffh5Fp2U9_Pi4spgUQyAtsXhZGRDUUhrXCtRFvawSEY1UTlVw8VjZwaENViRevW3iG-jiUTOcf1TaxXVPEtBgHyqls-x6_ivt3EVCVctZ6mqV2AnPHjMQ49YIKNs1vN2bXI1/s708/IMG_3090.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="477" data-original-width="708" height="432" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAN0RGMkmjovWX_HkMsZvPLXDzXOW1Hwxjk9fo3FXPoKQtv0dU_FdgJZt1Ffh5Fp2U9_Pi4spgUQyAtsXhZGRDUUhrXCtRFvawSEY1UTlVw8VjZwaENViRevW3iG-jiUTOcf1TaxXVPEtBgHyqls-x6_ivt3EVCVctZ6mqV2AnPHjMQ49YIKNs1vN2bXI1/w640-h432/IMG_3090.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-taking-photo-of-the-qr-code-7289717/" style="text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 8pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Credit - CCO License</span></a><br /><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><p></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Research Your Customer</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The more fully you know who your </span><a href="https://www.merchantmaverick.com/characteristics-of-successful-online-stores/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">customer</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is, the more likely it is that you can effectively sell to them. This affects mostly everything you do, so it is definitely something that you should focus on as best as you can. Researching your customer is hugely important, and it’s the kind of market research that a strong ecommerce business generally relies upon. In particular, try to tease out who your typical customer is and what makes them tick, so you can ensure you are offering what they actually want. If you can do that, it will help a lot.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t Forget Your Marketing</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Finally, but definitely not least, make sure that you are thinking about </span><a href="https://business.trustedshops.com/blog/key-success-factors-online-shop" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">your marketing</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> too. Generally, you will need a strong marketing plan if you are going to have a successful online store. This will likely involve social media, paid advertising, and word of mouth, at the very least. And then remember that keeping your customers happy is one of the best ways of ensuring that this word of mouth is positive, and that in turn is a very effective means of growing your business profits over time.</span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7884014687726048910.post-61847999222131523472023-07-04T23:49:00.004-04:002023-07-04T23:49:28.427-04:00You Can Help Create A Successful Future For Your Child With These Recommendations<p style="text-align: center;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdgTmM6z-bC-XRhozD1y631FYBeb6cfbZ_Fl9RprxLoY-46vT9L3t3jmk0-oRcSiQMJbELXwpJD0ezfBXwkjkWVxHL6SZ9HUc6xMQ4BGDLYC2qs0qCwN4eum6bVY920Qy2MSzkuDPBm3SihBiBkiA_w_yo9_De5FD2W7yzEDs-0Uq3fQw2C0py59Lu0LC9/s708/IMG_3029.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="475" data-original-width="708" height="430" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdgTmM6z-bC-XRhozD1y631FYBeb6cfbZ_Fl9RprxLoY-46vT9L3t3jmk0-oRcSiQMJbELXwpJD0ezfBXwkjkWVxHL6SZ9HUc6xMQ4BGDLYC2qs0qCwN4eum6bVY920Qy2MSzkuDPBm3SihBiBkiA_w_yo9_De5FD2W7yzEDs-0Uq3fQw2C0py59Lu0LC9/w640-h430/IMG_3029.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/cheerful-black-teacher-with-diverse-schoolkids-5905918/" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Image Credit</span></a></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">As a parent, you have far too many responsibilities to name. One of those obligations comes in the form of helping guide your children toward a successful future. There are many steps you can take along the way to make it happen. Continue reading to learn more.</span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p><span></span></p><a name='more'></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666667px; text-align: center; white-space: pre-wrap;">This is a collaborative post</div></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Give them the best education.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Education is essential for everything in your child’s life. They need to learn essential academic concepts. They, also, must learn essential social skills and have an opportunity to be involved in the school community. You can make this happen by sending them to the </span><a href="https://www.stjmontgomery.org/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">best private school</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> in your area.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you enroll your kids at a school that values excellence in all they do, you know your kids will be in good hands both now and in their futures. Students who have a high-quality education are lucky to have an advantage in receiving both first-rate content and </span><a href="https://brilliantio.com/how-do-teachers-make-a-difference-in-students-lives/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">teachers who care</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Find them help when they need it.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Despite what we are shown in the media, one person is rarely good at every subject in school. If you notice your child struggling with concepts, talk with them. Discuss their feelings, concerns, and performance.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Should you determine their problems stem from difficulty with the subject matter, it is time to sit down and help them with their schoolwork. It may be a better fit to hire a </span><a href="https://www.safesearchkids.com/why-is-tutoring-important/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">tutor</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. A tutor has a different relationship with your child and can teach them from a distinct perspective. No matter what you do, the important thing is to find help when they need it so they do not become frustrated or fall behind.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Encourage diverse extracurriculars.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If your children are die-hard soccer players and love to play the game year-round, that is great they have found something they have a passion for. However, injuries occur, and interests change. If their drive for the one thing they have been doing shifts for whatever reason, it is beneficial to have other things to engage with.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Encourage your kids to join a diverse variety of activities. Not only will it be a great way to meet new people, but it will also give them a broader view of the world and opportunities that may spark their interest in a future career. In addition, these clubs and sports will look good on a college application.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Give your kids a break.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Today’s kids are pulled in every direction. They are expected to check box after box and excel at everything they do. They need to earn superior grades, become star athletes, take the lead in student activities, be part of planning committees at school, find time to volunteer, and spend time with their families. Oh, and they need to sleep, too.</span></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Watch this video for one teen’s experiences on why taking care of kids’ mental health is important.</span></p>
<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vD0w_gOEbUI" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe> </div><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisliZMShUcEitHnCAtmGN8aKeGuwLm-3qpU3BnvEWUqYnLBgmb8G1iY-54k6JAKFkb_CXWNF7wANgo2nC6hlEekq-RAXY-6-lO6QCDaoCyBuRn7UjrAPd6uTwYUSE8UsVjlxpoAR5Z7bywgIl-8vdXZ68BscmwQnh3vB28YV5QCFZrex3ab-RNeJUWwrJd/s708/IMG_3030.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="485" data-original-width="708" height="438" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisliZMShUcEitHnCAtmGN8aKeGuwLm-3qpU3BnvEWUqYnLBgmb8G1iY-54k6JAKFkb_CXWNF7wANgo2nC6hlEekq-RAXY-6-lO6QCDaoCyBuRn7UjrAPd6uTwYUSE8UsVjlxpoAR5Z7bywgIl-8vdXZ68BscmwQnh3vB28YV5QCFZrex3ab-RNeJUWwrJd/w640-h438/IMG_3030.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/newly-graduated-people-wearing-black-academy-gowns-throwing-hats-up-in-the-air-267885/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Image Credit</span></a></p><br style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;" /><p dir="ltr" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Throughout the years, your child will learn and grow. Eventually, they will </span><a href="https://www.simplynerdymom.com/2023/06/getting-your-child-ready-to-move-out.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">launch into the world</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. And that is what you have been preparing them for all along. Help your kids achieve their goals and dreams with love and support every day.</span></p><br />SimplyNerdyMomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13730180384130393516noreply@blogger.com0