That said, if you’re not a writer by trade and simply want to use writing as means to express yourself (online or off), then discipline is something you’ll need to have to keep it up. As someone who has trasitioned from writing as a hobby to a career, I’ve had my struggles with this in both realms. And I’ve conquered them over and over again because I’ve had the willpower and determination to make it through....

But what is goal-setting theory and why is it important for you to try out for yourself? What Is the Goal-Setting Theory? Let’s look at goal setting. The Goal-Setting Theory was created by Edwin Locke in 1968. The main aspect of the theory was that it helped employees to feel motivated to be as productive as possible both in work and outside of work.[1] It looks at the importance of having goals that were well-defined and set out as well as how feedback on these goals are given and received....

Symptoms of depression can be highly apparent at work. You may find it difficult to complete your job duties or do everything in your power to avoid having to come in at all. But, before you quit your job as a possible solution, it is important to figure out what is actually going on. Situational Depression Situational depression is technically classified as an adjustment disorder; it results from a particular set of circumstances and does not meet all of the characteristics of a true mental disorder....

Angle Cards – A “business card” for measuring angle – [Mitchell Charity]

As well as outlining what ergonomics is, the presentation also comes with a self-assessment checklist that will identify what problems you might experience as a result of your office setup. This includes placement of the computer monitor, peripherals and chair settings. The presentation will only take around 15 minutes and help you identify what may be wrong with your workstation; then offer some solutions. At the end you can fill out a survey and win a free massage at work....

What are Martial Arts? Martial arts refer to a variety of training systems based on specific combat styles. These forms of combat were originally designed to help ensure one’s safety through the development of skills that helped one defeat or avoid threats. While these skills can still be used for personal protection, they are more often studied to improve one’s level of fitness and athleticism. However, they can also be studied as part of one’s profession....

While these questions are generally feared by interviewees, the answers that they prompt are extremely detailed in their nature and make a positive impact on employers. It therefore makes sense that you should respond to all questions with competency-based answers when possible, as this provides the best demonstration of your skills and suitability as a candidate for work. The STAR and CAR Approaches: How to Respond to Interview Questions One of the main challenges associated with interviews is responding effectively to employer questions, particularly those that are not competency-based and do not prompt respondents to actively draw on their experience....

Even just a few years ago, your odds of being able to start investing with as little as $100 were as good as a pig not rolling in mud after a storm. Sure, people have been writing about investing with $100 for years. But the knowledge needed to pull it off properly was crazy. And the emotional and practical obstacles to getting started were scary. Not anymore. If you’ve always wanted to hit the start (or restart) button on investing, here’s how you can do it with $100....

Do you ever feel like you’re overlooking the e-mails that ARE important to your daily life, like those for work and school? Getting confused on which e-mails are actually useful for your life and the ones that are just causing noise? Do you have Google Mail? Look no further. I’ve been doing this spam filtering method for a year or two, but Mashable came out with an article recently detailing on how to get rid of those annoying spam e-mails....

1. Face them head on Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t face these fears, as it is completely okay to face them even head on. When saying “head on” I mean placing yourself directly viewing the fear, even though you may hesitate and be fearful. The brilliant part is that the fear may not even be scary. The saying is completely true: “Mind Over Matter.” So next time, even though you may be hesitant, fearful and nerve-wrecked, you have to stand up and do something about these fears....

― Mother Teresa Does the idea of expressing your feelings to someone you care for make you feel nervous and tongue-tied? Writing a letter of love gives you the chance to take your time and use the right words to express your admiration and appreciation for your nearest and dearest. Whether you make the letter silly, funny, funky, or romantic, your words will come from the heart. 10 Ideas for Writing a Letter of Love

A Life Without Travel Can you imagine what it would be like if we weren’t allowed to take a break and go traveling somewhere? They say time flies when you’re having fun. That’s not exactly true. According to some studies, time actually flies when your brain doesn’t have to devote much energy to the world around it.[1] When we experience the same settings, environment, and challenges every day, our brain perceives time as passing very quickly....

Sometimes, we all hit empty. Searching for inspiration doesn’t always help. Neither does trying to just “work through it.” When the work needs to get done and you just don’t have the fire anymore, there needs to be a way to get the juices flowing again. As kids, we were never at a loss for creativity. What did we know as kids that could help us now? A whole lot, actually....

What do they do differently to guarantee them long-term success? I’ve studied a whole host of successful people and I’ve discovered a few things that they have in common. And today I’m going to share with you one key secret to long-term success. Out of all the habits that successful people share, this is definitely one of the most crucial ingredients for success ,yet it’s something that most of us are not implementing....

Get to bed on time and you will be energized, productive, and healthier. Of course you already knew that. Still, most of us choose to ignore it – only 7% of people get eight hours of sleep a night. You might be thinking, “what’s the big deal, it’s only sleep.” Well, truth is, skimping on shuteye can literally kill you. If you are not sleeping enough you are increasing your risk of heart disease, cancer, obesity and even death....

Umm no, it’s not. I doubt that is any country’s custom. Honestly, the thought of that is frightening. People would have to think twice to smile at strangers. I know people say, us young adults, we are the revolution, and we’re going to bring the change the world needs, but there are people among us who still have these primitive mindsets. I went out dancing one night with some friends, and I happened to smile at a guy, he flirted and danced with me, but I showed signs that I was not interested in anything other than to dance....

According to Gottman and Silver, authors of The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, to establish happy and fulfilling relationships, it is vital to understand the science of relationship building through emotional attunement. So how does emotional attunement play in our romantic partnerships? Read below to find out. Emotional Attunement: What Does It Mean? Emotional attunement simply means understanding the underlying emotions of the other party in your relationship.[1] This means knowing that what they do and say do not always accurately reflect their emotions and being patient and understanding with them....

When people get married, they usually aren’t thinking about their potential for divorce or the need for marriage counseling in the future. But maybe they should spend less time thinking about their wedding vows and more time considering what they will do when things get rocky in the future. This is why marriage counseling is something that couples should consider seriously. Premarital counseling helps you to foresee the relationship’s future....

Struggling to get up early to exercise… Too tired to work on your side-business after work… Not being “in the mood” to write your forever-in-draft-mode novel… What’s even worse is that this feeling of “I don’t want to do anything” puts your goals on the back burner. And in many cases, they stay there till you gain the motivation to take action on them. But many times, that ends up being weeks, months, or even years into the future....

1. Don’t settle for less than you deserve One of life’s most important lessons is that everyone deserves to feel safe, to be happy, and to have a chance to pursue their dreams. Never let yourself believe that you are in some way unworthy of the most fundamental rights to which everyone is entitled. You are just good as anyone else. Do not allow yourself to be satisfied with mediocre jobs, relationships and experiences if you want more from life....