Most people in the United States are chronically sleep deprived, according to Charles Czeisler, M.D., chair of Harvard Medical School’s Division of Sleep Medicine, in Harvard Magazine. According to Czeisler, the 6.8 hours of sleep most people get each night…
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People worldwide use between 500 billion and 1 trillion plastic shopping bags each year according to National Geographic News. Many of these bags end up in landfills or find their way into local waterways. While some people turn to paper…
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1. Address Your Inner Voice Low self-esteem is often characterized by an “inner critic,” which is a part of you that constantly berates your efforts and belittles your achievements. Sometimes an inner critic takes on the voice of a victim…
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Conserving water is not only good for the planet, it’s good for your wallet, too. The water you save, whether watering your lawn and landscaping, or washing clothes, dishes, pets or people, can add up to a lot of money…
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When the dog days of summer are upon you, jumping in the pool provides hours of entertainment. But swimming laps or doing cannonballs isn’t the only activity you can do a pool. There are many games and activities you can…
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Aroma therapy is an alternative healing technique used by some to promote physical and psychological well-being through the use of scents. Most commonly, fruits and herbaceous plants are used, as they are believed to have essential healing powers by practitioners…
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As of the early 21st century, solar energy provided only a fraction of the world’s energy needs. However, humankind is developing an increased appreciation for the potential of solar energy. In 2010, architects are beginning to incorporate passive energy panels…
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Before throwing away an empty laundry detergent container, ketchup bottle or newspaper, consider recycling instead. Trash bags–many of them filled with recyclable material–end up in landfills. Recycling not only reduces overcrowding and pollution caused by landfills, but it also saves…
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First used in ancient China, cloves provide a sweet, pungent aroma that has been used for millennia as a food flavoring and medicine. Now with modern extraction techniques, the essential oil of clove can be used for a whole range…
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Orange essential oil is extracted from the rinds of the orange fruit. It is generally produced through cold-pressing methods or extracted as a result of orange juice production. Orange oil has a bright citrus aroma that smells like freshly peeled…
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Overview Outside of a highly unlikely forgiveness of your debt by the issuer, generally the only way to truly erase your debt is to pay it off or file Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Negotiating your debt with your creditors may get…
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Circulatory problems caused by various cardiovascular conditions, like hardening of the arteries, can lead to a wide range of maladies. Several specific herbs may help to improve circulation, and you may wish to try them before opting for prescription drugs….
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Overview Many of the outdoor activities that make Chicago an exciting summer city are not available during the winter months, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do when the weather turns cold. There are still plenty of activities for…
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Fear is often a logical response. It can alert you to danger or unsafe situations. However, fear sometimes inhibits you from doing what you need or want to do. Therapy and medication can be effective in treating irrational fear; however,…
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Parenting is tough. Perhaps you wonder if all children are as demanding as yours. Perhaps your child seems more stubborn, more tenacious or more persistent than other people’s kids. It is possible that you have a strong-willed child. Some kids…
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Overview In most divorces, a settlement agreement or divorce decree typically divides up a couple’s assets. With a qualified plan, such as a 401k, however, an additional document known as a qualified domestic relations order, QDRS, is required to outline…
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According to the March of Dimes, teenage pregnancy rates in the United States are higher than those in most other developed countries. In 2006, approximately one out of 10 babies was born to teenage mothers. Teen parents are more likely…
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Ink and toner cartridges from computer printers, fax machines and copiers can be costly. However, you can save money and reduce waste by recycling or reusing the cartridges instead of throwing them away. Many cartridge manufacturers and electronics retailers feature…
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Overview The laws of all 50 states establish different custodial arrangements in regard to minor children. These include a scheme in which one parent is designated to provide primary care for a minor through a child custody order issued by…
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Saving and investing your money enhance your financial stability. Have a financial plan that guides your saving and investing in a way that helps chart the distribution of your funds, provides for an emergency allowance, establishes retirement savings and helps…
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Dr. Edward Bach believed your mental state played a vital role in maintaining health. In 1936, he designed a system of essences to balance your thoughts so your body’s natural defenses could work. They are prepared as tinctures to be…
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If you are a male looking to improve your general health or treat a specific ailment without the use of prescription medication, then Chinese herbal supplements may be an option for you. Widely available in vitamin stores, supermarkets, and as…
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Overview Unless the divorcing parties can come to an agreement, the family law judge will order the payment of both child support and alimony, otherwise known as spousal support. The Florida legislature intended Child support to provide money for the…
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Overview Divorce is one of the more emotionally painful events you’ll experience in a lifetime. But the financial implications of a divorce can be just as painful before it’s all said and done. According to Divorce Source, a divorce can…
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The practice of detoxification has become more popular in recent years. Although some physicians do not believe that the detoxification process is necessary, many holistic and natural health practitioners argue that it is essential for maintaining optimal health. As a…
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Overview Stress is a state of heightened excitability that causes unpleasant symptoms in the mind and body. Anxiety—sometimes referred to as nervousness or worry—often occurs as a result of stress and can manifest in many forms, such as panic disorder,…
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Small businesses consume about 48 percent of all commercial electricity, according to GreenYour.com, and a third of that energy is wasted due to inefficient equipment management. While it may be necessary to use a printer to retrieve hard copies of…
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Overview We all know the misery of nausea, perhaps one of the most unpleasant physical sensations a human can experience. The most common causes of nausea are fairly benign–indigestion, pregnancy, flu, motion sickness–and thankfully rare. However, if you find yourself…
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Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas that’s naturally emitted from soil and rocks. It is colorless and odorless and present everywhere. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, radon gas exposure causes thousands of deaths due to lung cancer every year….
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In the dating world, games and tactics can make it seem more like a strategic battlefield than the best way to find a mate. It can be hard to decipher the signs to tell whether or not someone is interested…
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