Here are 8 Habits you can adapt to your life to be successful at everything. 1. Have Passion If you want to be successful in life, you must possess a passion for what you do. You can’t expect to be successful if you don’t have any passion in what you’re doing. Passion comes from within so ask yourself, what are you most passionate about? When you find out what your passions are, make it a habit to try and live out your passions every single day!...

Heed the advice from some of the greatest minds of our time, and you’ll find yourself on the path to true success in life. 1. Take breaks Author Alan Cohen once said, “There is virtue in work and there is virtue in rest. Use both and overlook neither.” In other words, you do not have to spend every single waking hour of your life working as hard as possible to be successful....

It’s during these challenging moments that many people simply give up and accept their change as a loss. However, life is full of pleasant surprises and examples that show a better option – talk about transforming lemons into lemonades. History is full of people accepting their devastating injuries and like true champions – finding a way to achieve even more in the aftermath. A valuable example can be easily traced to the success stories already being achieved in the wake of the Boston Marathon Bombing....

Sleep is vital for regulating so many parts of our bodies, from allowing for essential repairs to our bodies to regulating the hormones that contribute to stress and high blood pressure.[1] Without sleep, you would, in effect, become a non-functioning human being. So, if we agree that getting enough sleep is essential if you want to have an abundance of energy and vitality, what healthy sleep habits can you develop to enhance these positive effects and enable you to get enough sleep consistently?...

1. Display self-confidence. If you want others to respect you, you have to respect yourself. And you have to exude this respect for yourself by being confident in everything you do. Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there and take calculated risks that you know will benefit yourself and the company. Others will take notice of how comfortable you are when getting things done, and will treat you with the utmost respect before of it....

Usually, culture shock is seen as a bit of a negative thing. Being in a place that you’re not familiar with is sure to bring a bit of a fear amongst even the bravest of people from time to time, and it can also lead to sadness or depression from being away from your usual surroundings and people you know. However, there are also some great reasons why going through a bit of culture shock from time to time can be good for you....

People who keep diaries make great lovers for various reasons. Introspective, seeking answers and possessing profound knowledge of their complex minds, these life’s writers simply know how to make an intimate connection. Making love and keeping a diary share certain similarities, primarily a creation of memories. Writing down thoughts may determine their true meaning. An act of lovemaking might establish a connection between two people. Already allowing them onto those pages, here are the reasons why people who keep diaries also offer plenty of lasting memories to their lovers....

1. You have a better sense of self Manipulators thrive on control. They mistakenly believe that power exist outside themselves. In order to increase their so called external power they prowl on others. They want you to feel powerless so that you will willingly give them control over your very being. If you feel as though a veil has been lifted off of your life and you finally know who you are you’ve probably left a manipulator....

I know there are tons of antioxidants in it so I decided to dig a bit deeper and find out other ways it can benefit my health and this is what I came up with: 1. Your skin quality needs to be improved This one didn’t really surprise me. Did you know that green tea promotes overall skin health and helps protects against the sun’s UV rays? I usually drink my tea in the morning with my breakfast because I feel it sets a good tone for the rest of the day....

If you’d like to increase your giving, here are some simple and easy ways to become more generous. 1. Be creative No money to give? No problem. You can get creative and be giving of your time. There are likely dozens, if not hundreds, of organizations within your community that would love help from volunteers. From volunteering to pick up litter, to rocking babies in the hospital, the possibilities are endless....

1. You have to adjust the menu because….. You telephone your guests well in advance and ask if they have any dietary restrictions. You can cope with vegetarian, vegan, lactose intolerant and even gluten free. The only problem is that when somebody adds a last minute guest who just happens to be lactose intolerant and you have ordered mozzarella cheese from your local dairy. You bang the saucepan on the counter top and feel perfectly justified in never inviting them again....

1. They wonder what’s over the next hill. Adventurers are fueled by the unknown. When you are out and about, do you find yourself curious about what’s in the next block, down the next road, or over the next hill? Then you have what it takes to be an adventurer too. Curiosity pulls adventurers toward adventure like a magnet. Discovery is one of the great joys of being an adventurer....

The problem, though, is that most startups fail within three years. So, why are so many startups failing? The truth is that most startups overlook a lot of things as they expand their business, which usually leads to their demise. Here are eight things that most startups overlook when trying to expand and grow their business. 1. The Right Employees There is nothing more important than the people on your team....

Yet cooking from scratch is one of the best things we can do for ourselves and our families. While I do make my living as a cook, I’m just like the rest of you. I don’t want to spend needless time in the kitchen at the end of a long workday…or on my days off. I also don’t want to have to fuss over sauces or stove top dishes that require constant supervision to save them from the risk of total ruin....

1. Don’t just look busy When the company manager walks down the hallway, everyone is on a call, in a meeting, or running errands. They look busy, but are they really busy? If you ask successful people, they will say “No.” All the above are strong signs of “mindless productivity.” This might get you lots of appreciation from your co-workers, but it definitely won’t get you a promotion — at least, not the promotion....

An online portfolio is recommended not only for freelancers but also for career shifters, college students and basically anyone who wants to make their presence known on the Web. Now, it’s easier than ever to be discovered through your personal blog or website. So easy in fact, that a LOT of people are doing it. But competition doesn’t stop with the hundreds of domains being created every minute. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS), there are more than 53 million Americans who are entering the freelance industry....

There’s been speculation that as the economy recovers, many people who’ve been stuck in their jobs and unable to find new ones, will suddenly pick up and move to greener pastures. In contrast there are also predictions of a “jobless recovery,” which may mean being stuck in a lackluster job longer than these people (or maybe you) expected or would prefer. If that scenario plays out, it’s vital to recharge while still in your current job....

Here are 10 last minute Mother’s Day gifts that are both thoughtful and easy to procure at a moment’s notice. Surprise breakfast (or lunch or dinner) You can really show your mom that you care by cooking her a meal and bringing it to her for a surprise breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Cooking her one of her favorite foods is the best way to get her Mother’s Day started on the right foot....

A few of our favorite kid’s science apps from the list include: Planets: Aside from letting your youngster manipulate the globe to see different parts of the world in darkness and light in real time, this science app also lets your child choose a location and see the stars and planets in the night sky from that area. Wilderquest: Developed specifically for animals in Australia, this cool app lets your child wander around while listening to the natural sounds of a variety of animals in the bush land to try to uncover them by moving their iPad....