Acts of kindness boost production of serotonin, a natural antidepressant in the brain, for the giver, the receiver and those who witness the kind acts. Kindness is such a beautiful thing. Reports actually show being kind not only improves your happiness, but also extends your life span. To be a better, happier person, you need to be kind every day, all the time. That includes being kind to both those you like and those you dislike or disagree with....

1. humansofny Humans of New York is from the famous Facebook page that turned into a book which chronicles encounters and unique stories of the residents and visitors of New York City. 2. earthxplorer JD Andrews photographs and videographs his experiences of travels around the world. 3. junantoHerdiawan Through photographing people levitating, Junanto Herdiawan hopes to give the viewer a look into what looks like a free-standing subject with a beautiful backdrop....

Photo credit: marthastewart.com Let’s take a classic American pie to a whole new level. This pie is easy to make, contains ingredients that you can purchase just about anywhere and you get to enjoy nice, delicious apple pie in an hour or so in six easy steps. Cinnamon and nutmeg give this wonderful dessert that winter “feel” we love so much. Get the recipe here. Photo credit: marthastewart.com This raisin pie is perfect for family visits over Christmas holidays....

In the abstract, throwing out ideas sounds easy. But without the structure provided by brainstorming techniques, it’s tough. Say you’re trying to put together a grocery list. Give enough time, you could probably name over 1,000 foods. But because time is limited, you need to quickly get ideas out of your head and down on paper. What are the best ways to do that? Give these brainstorming techniques a try, and decide for yourself:...

1. Kyrgyzstan Located in Central Asia, this country sits between China and Kazakhstan and has a stunningly beautiful landscape with a rich nomadic tradition. One of the most beautiful places to visit in the country is Lake Sary-Chelek, which is wedged within a lush green valley. This small landlocked country has a long history of semi-autonomy. They eventually gained their independence in 1991 with the dissolution of the USSR. The best time to visit is between July and September to avoid freezing temperatures and the heaviest rain....

These tips can also enable you scoop up great deals on slightly damaged clothing in stores, or cute items in thrift shops that have seen a little more wear than you’d like – you’ll have to tools to make them look like new. The best part? The tools you need to make a lot of basic repairs are most likely already in your home. What are you waiting for?...

1. The Lamp. Use this charming lamp bookmark to shine a light on your last page! Available from Asufa Design. 2. The Ruby Slippers. Perfect for fans of Wicked or The Wizard of Oz, this movie memorabilia is a fantastic throwback to a classic. Available on Etsy. 3. The Help. Simple yet quirky, these raised arms yell “keep reading!” Available from Design Boom. 4. The Owl. Great for animal lovers or night owls, these owl bookmarks will look particularly great in older, vintage novels....

20 Quotes of the Week to Boost Your Motivation 1. Strive for progress, not perfection. 2. Decide that you want it more than you are afraid of it. – Bill Cosby 3. The tallest oak in the forest was once just a little nut that held its ground. 4. Push yourself because no one else is going to do it for you. 5. Great things never come from comfort zones. 6....

We all love to eat, and that’s even more the case with desserts. Some of us live just to eat dessert at the end of dinner, for after enduring those rich, savory tastes it helps you feel like it is worth living after all. What sweeter way can you think of to wrap up your meal than the treat of a nice dessert? Here below are the 20 mouthwatering desserts to help you end your meal on a sweet note this fall....

For some, a lifehack is an unknown technique brought to the attention of the public through the Internet. They are often smart, save time, create organization and increase happiness. For others, a lifehack is an unethical way of cheating the system. Discussions on Reddit burn over the right and wrong aspects of getting free food in hotels or evading parking fines. Either way, Oxford Dictionary Online added the word in June of 2011....

1. You fail to develop productive habits In the April 2014 edition of Success Magazine, editor Daren Hardy confesses that some of the most productive people are actually lazy. He attributes their ultimate success to their ability to develop and maintain disciplines, routines, and habits that help them accomplish their desired goals. If your daily routines fail to go beyond waking up and brushing your teeth, chances are you’ll never reach your productivity potential....

1. She gave you life Your mom decided to give birth to you and with that took on the responsibility to love and support you. 2. She would hold you any time of day or night when you needed her When you are afraid and vulnerable, your mother’s caress will make you feel safe. 3. When you were vunerable as a baby, she was your protector Your mom spent all of your baby years keeping you safe so you were free to grow through experiences....

It’s perfectly fine to go ahead and consider yourself successful right now. You don’t have to wait for your next promotion, or the building of your dream home, to be happy. Accept where you are and where you have come from. And most importantly, enjoy it. Even if you don’t consider yourself highly successful now, you’re on your way. Here are 20 signs that you have what it takes to be highly successful:...

Here are 20 things you will have no trouble in relating to if you experience a mental illness as they are probably a daily experience. 1. You are shunned If your moods are on a rollercoaster due to having bipolar disorder, your social contacts may tend to avoid you. You wonder why their mood swings are rarely noted or talked about. 2. You get no sympathy Anyone who has a serious medical condition like cancer gets a lot of attention....

Here are a few things that people with General Anxiety Disorder want you to know so that you can better understand our struggle: 1. We can’t control when we get anxious It’s a wave of worry that just overcomes us, sometimes when we least expect it. We try our best to push it down and continue to do what we are supposed to be doing, but sometimes it is too strong for us to control....

Suddenly you find yourself in your late 20s, slightly obsessed with the opposite types of activities and past times. Here are 20 things I had no idea I would become so excited about a few years ago! 1. Cooking elaborate dishes You know you are in your late 20s when pasta no longer sounds like a decent dinner option. We now crave to savor exquisite tastes and opt to spend weeks learning to cook something gourmand (and Instagram-worthy) like Coquilles Saint-Jacques and roasted potato salad with candied walnuts as a side dish....

One of the important points is to have eating plan and eating healthly food. Be sure to check out Over 100 Quick and Easy Healthy Foods for some suggestions as well. Important Note: Lifestyle changes should be adopted slowly and carefully, otherwise the avalanche of new and difficult material will swamp you. The more changes for the better you make, the better you will feel, the more ability you will have to make even MORE changes....

1. Never stop dating. Who says you have to stop going on dates once you’re married? Don’t let yourself get bogged down in the daily grind. Make time every month to go out to dinner, to the movies, or simply to do something fun outside the house. Make time for each other, to be alone, and to have fun and spend time with just the two of you. 2. Protect your own heart....

2. Most Common Regrets People Have In Life 3. Inspirational Life Lessons From Dalai Lama That Everyone Should Read 4. Never Let The Common Bad Life Goals Become Yours 5. Youngster Asks 60+ Year Olds To Offer Advice, And The Answers Are Truly Amazing 6. Love Yourself Enough To Choose The Right Person 7. Wrong Equations About Life That Many People Believe In 8. Philosophy of Life That You Should Always Remind Yourself 9....

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