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Here are seven foods you should not eat after a workout: 1. Salty Processed Foods It’s common to crave something salty after your workout, as your sweat not only deprives your body of water, but certain nutrients (including potassium) as well. Opting for a healthy meal can replenish your potassium level quickly and naturally, doing so without high calorie snacks. Bananas, which are known for having high amounts of potassium, are your best option, but any kind of dry fruit would be a preferable alternative to salty snacks....

Many believe that our own abilities and our intelligence remained fixed after some point in time. Some think this happens at birth, while others may think it’s after college or university. The reality, however, is that our minds are constantly growing and adapting. How much depends entirely on our view of intelligence and learning. These ideas came surfaced when Stanford University’s Carol Dweck researched the subject. In her book on the matter, she talks about these notions and also about a solution to the issues of mental stagnation....

Everyone needs a dedicated workspace to make workflow streamlined and efficient, from your documents to any cables and cords. Searching under your papers for a pen isn’t exactly the ideal use of your time and way to maximize your productivity. With some home office organizers and office accessories for any work-related task, setting creating a home office set up for remote or hybrid work is as easy as ever. We’ve listed some of our recommendations to help you achieve all your professional goals right from home....

1. Don’t let rejection stand in your way. Harry Potter author JK Rowling is probably the most famous writer in the world, but if she hadn’t had the courage of her convictions early on in her career, things could have been very different. The Potter series has sold over 400 million copies worldwide since the first installment was released in 1997, but the global hit was rejected twelve times before a publisher agreed to take it....

Somewhere in the back of my mind they made me build a wish list of the qualities I wanted to see in my better half—the way he should be, the way he should not be, the way our life will be together and the magical ways life will turn into a fairy-tale once we are together. But real life was a complete eye opener. It is for a lot of us who unconsciously carry these ideals (even when they scoff at it) and get into relationships disillusioned by their own beliefs and expectations....

That’s all well and good, but the real ticket to landing your dream job likely isn’t the color of your tie or the font on your CV. No, the biggest determinant of whether or not you’ll get hired is how you answer the questions put forth by your interviewer. Unfortunately, employers are inundated with freshly minted college graduates and middle-aged jobseekers alike. With such a large pool to choose from, old-fashioned questions such as, “What can you offer the company?...

Writing articles may seem easy, but it is a difficult task requiring significant skill if one is to deliver engaging articles to readers. Many bloggers lose readers as a result of poorly written articles they’ve presented to their audience. We all know students can never be successful without developing their writing ability. As a student, you need to write on a daily basis. You constantly get bombarded with homework and project assignments that require you to write....

1. Am I sacrificing any serious goals? You’ve always wanted to be a writer, but this job will have you on call 24 hours a day. When will you have time to write? Or what if the job calls for so much writing while you’re on the clock that you don’t have the desire to work on your novel when you get home? You have to weigh your goals against your desire for the job....

“What do you mean?” “I can’t even get into the bathtub without you finding six things you need to talk to me about. You’re always texting me when I’m out with my friends, wondering when I’ll be home. There’s always some emergency that I have to go home right now and clean up. I feel like I can’t breathe!” “I just want to be around you. Is that such a horrible thing?...

For a number of reasons, many pet owners don’t register for insured pet policies, but as it turns out, pet insurance is just as necessary as any other infsurence we get. Pet insurance policies cover pets like cats, dogs, horses, and even exotic ones like iguanas, guinea pigs and snakes. Pet insurance reimburses more than 80% of vet bills and includes great packages to make sure your pet lives as long and is happy as it could be....

According to reports in the Huffington Posts and the NY Times the divorce rate has actually been declining for several years. This is great news! But wouldn’t it be nice if there were some science behind how to make a marriage last? Or maybe a formula that could be applied or a special pill designed specifically to foster long lasting marriages? Andrew Francis and Hugo Mialon, two researchers at Emory University studied 3,000 married couples in the U....

For a professional trying to establish their career, the internet has traps and snares all over the place. We live in a world where it is all too simple to find out what you want to about pretty much anyone. For these reasons, among others, it is increasingly important that professionals be aware of the common mistakes made on social media to avoid while establishing their careers. 1. Personal, Non-Business Posts on LinkedIn For anyone familiar with the very professional community of LinkedIn, this is a big no-no....

1. Smile :-) Smiling and other mood-lifting activities help improve willpower. In a recent study, scientists first drained the willpower of participants through having them resist temptation. Then, for one group, they took steps to lift people’s moods, such as giving them unexpected gifts or showing them a funny video. For another group, they just let them rest. Compared to people who just rested for a brief period, those whose moods were improved did significantly better in resisting temptation later!...

1. The age range is suitable for your baby. This is the first thing to look for. You don’t want to find the perfect toy, then realize that it’s still a year beyond your baby’s comprehension. This is also important to note when buying gifts for others’ children. Giving a gift intended for younger kids might insult the one you’re buying a gift for, so make sure to check for the appropriate age range....

These seven tips will help you to be more empowered and proactive about managing the stress and anxiety you face on the job and in your life. Check out these stress-free strategies to stay in control of anxiety while at work. How to Conquer Anxiety on the Job 1. Get A “Life Wellness Plan” Without a “life wellness plan” your chances of dealing with anxiety on the job are pretty much zero....

Have Fun with Family and Friends Your wedding is one of the happiest events of your life, and you picked those bridesmaids and groomsmen because you and your spouse enjoy their company—so enjoy their company! Even if someone rubs you the wrong way, remember that they’re here to help make your special day. Snap a few funny face photos to lighten the mood of your “just married” memories. Show the bride and groom’s sense of humor by having the bride jump and hide her legs as the groom stands behind her (she will appear to have his legs!...

People already know the more common leadership traits. Leaders have a guiding vision, are passionate and possess integrity. There are also plenty of other leadership traits, including some traits that were once thought of as being weaknesses. You can grow and develop these traits to become a better leader and further your career; whether at home, at work, in your community or in your overall life. Effective Leaders are Empathic Empathy is simply the ability to understand how people feel and also share in those feelings....

Did you watch the interview Eckhart Tolle did at the Google office? He sent out a warning to all of us who are getting so lost in the world of data and devices that we lose touch with our inner selves. This is a critical time–we need to make sure we take plenty of pauses to get back in touch with who we truly are. Vedic practices can help us, just as they’ve helped many highly successful people....

1. You’ll have better cognitive abilities Despite what Snickers would have you believe in their “Why wait?” campaign, being hungry during the day can help you think more clearly and keep your mind sharp. 2. You’ll get more of your day back Think about it: if you start your fast at 12:00 am when you go to sleep and don’t eat again until 4:00 pm, that’s 2-3 meals you aren’t having to prepare and cook or go and pick up....

Instead of waiting and possibly going broke while you pursue your dream, you can get creative, develop new skills, and earn money in the process. In fact, there are several things you can do to earn a side income, and most of these activities will easily net you $1,000 in extra income monthly. Here are seven such activities: Do Content Writing Jobs According to data from Contently, freelancers make an average of about $10,000 to $20,000 annually....