Let’s tackle eyeglasses first, shall we? Though this is heralded worldwide as the tried-and-true method for cleaning glasses, it doesn’t always do the trick: if the soap you’re using has any sort of oil or moisturizing lotion in it whatsoever, you’ll end up with a greasy film all over the glass that’s nearly impossible to focus through. Trying to rub it away with a lens cloth or chamois doesn’t work either—it just smears that oil around and makes it worse....

Passion Rules My number one trick for talking with people I don’t know is that I steer the conversation as fast as I can away from weather, sports, local TV news, and other topics. I ask people questions like, “So, when you’re not attending graduation ceremonies, what do you do that sparks your passion?” Most people balk at the direct frontal assault of that question. For some reason, it’s just not done that way....

A very handy function for anyone working across a few computers. Copycat by R2Studios

Something that has sped the development of awesome web and desktop applications over the past 10+ years is the idea of a technology or set of technologies coming together in harmony in what is known as a framework. There are many popular technical programming frameworks out there today like .NET for Windows, Ruby on Rails, or Zend for PHP. These frameworks help the programmer development applications rapidly and in much less time than it took before the frameworks were available....

I conducted a review of the legal status,techniques to avoid and steps you can take to preserve your safety in cyber space. In August of 1999 the Attorney General submitted a report to the Vice President. The topic? Cyberstalking, which was sited as one of the newest challenges facing law enforcement. Although Stalking laws were already on the books, there were a series of comparisons that diferentiated stalking from cyber stalking....

A quarrel is quickly settled when deserted by one party; there is no battle unless there be two. How To Handle Personality Conflicts At Work

Problems are not the reason why a person lives a difficult and miserable life; most of the time, it’s a matter of perspective. Because often, majority of people let problems defeat them through feelings of anger, fear and anxiety. These negative feelings paralyze a person to move forward and take a step in resolving the problem. 7 Simple Steps to Resolve Any Problem

However, successful people do not procrastinate or let the task of becoming successful overwhelm them. They understand the challenges and limitations ahead; thus, they know what they can do to maneuver their way and become successful. This is why successful people are often called “super-achievers”. In a very real sense they are like every other person. But most days, they are more productive and result-oriented. To achieve this, they set a daily routine that guides them to achieve their goals....

But her question was one people at various stages of their careers ask all the time: “Do I need to go back to school to advance my career?” I tell anyone in this situation the same thing: do not saddle yourself with $50-100,000 in student loans unless you can guarantee you’ll be able to pay it back. The Wall Street Journal reported recently that the federal government is garnishing a growing percentage of senior citizens’ social security payments to repay their student loan debts....

How to Make sure the Internet Increases your Productivity. Email. Is the message really necessary? Don’t send a message for the sake of it. Keep it short. 5 sentences or less is a good standard to aim for. Don’t check email compulsively. 2 or 3 times a day should be sufficient. Don’t check email, just because you’ve got nothing better to do. When you do check email do it thoroughly....

Now, I’m sure the majority of us reading this article are probably thinking to ourselves that it’s pretty obvious our dogs have our backs. They are there for us when we cry, when we are happy, on family trips… However, critics have often questioned whether our beloved pets feel or have the ability to feel what we do, even on an emotional level. Well, now there is some proof out there that our dogs really do understand us, and what happens to us....

The poor economy is making me unable to live comfortably. My relationship with my spouse is putting a strain on my work performance. I’m constantly treated poorly by friends and family. While it’s true that there are things in the outside world we can’t control, the biggest difference between two people is simply their reaction towards it. Having understood this for a while, I’ve often asked the question, “How?” How is it possible to change your reaction to a particular event or situation?...

I guess I’ve retired. How about you guys? Is retirement just a state of mind or is it something to work towards? Retire now: Weave retirement into your work even if you are in your 20s – [SlackerManager]

Use a shower caddy to organize all your fluids for your car.

Initially, working out and physical training was an activity limited only to the four walls of a gym. However, now the concept of “home gym” is being adopted by a lot of people. At-home exercise equipment provides us with a more convenient and personalized space for working out in the company of various home gym machines. The following article will guide you on how to design your very own perfect, compact home gym by highlighting some of the very best gym equipment in 2020 to invest in....

The below list features a few brilliant films that came out in 2015. While more recently released films get all the Oscar buzz, there are definitely a few movies worth watching from earlier in the year. 1. Me and Earl and the Dying Girl A high school senior, Greg (Thomas Mann), is forced by his mother to befriend his classmate, Rachel (Olivia Cooke), who has fallen gravely ill. They surprise themselves by becoming the best of friends....

So if you are a highly sensitive person, don’t fret. There are more opportunities than ever out there to help you learn how to nurture your sensitivity. Here are 10 common characteristics — both positive and negative — that may sound familiar if you are a highly sensitive person. 1. You need time alone — lots of it While this is a common trait for most introverts, needing extra time to yourself is especially true of highly sensitive people....

Here are 10 creative ways to say thank you. 1. Tell them why you are grateful You want to express your thanks in a very specific way by mentioning what you appreciated most when you were in need. Maybe it was a shoulder to cry on or a sympathetic ear. Don’t be afraid to express that more fully like the people in the video below. This is so much better than merely saying “thank you....

Want to enjoy the deliciousness of a well-crafted dessert (or several) during the festive season without the mess, stress and complications of following elaborate recipes? Tray bakes are a great option. They often feature few ingredients, are comforting to eat and if you want to you can often eat them straight from the tray–perfect for the those late night sugar cravings and lazy weekends at home when you just want to sit back, relax and indulge!...

As a coach who specializes in turning around conflict situations, there are commonalities that that are present in all types of conflict—no matter what the situation. So what can you do about it? How can you break through and dissolve the resistance that is building in your relationship? You want to get your point across, but don’t want to fuel the fire. Even if you know what to do, in a heated moment you must know what you are up against....