By Dei Vallerie Effective listening can be learned and mastered. Although it can seem boring, unpleasant or a waste of time it doesn’t mean it is impossible. You just have to be determined and make a decision that you want to be able to listen effectively. Below are 7 things that will help you achieve this if followed consistently. Be Focused: Focus is a very important aspect of effective listening. The biggest mistake most people make is while they are supposed to be listening, they are busy thinking of what they want to say next or how whatever they are listening to is going to benefit them at the time when they are supposed to be paying attention to what is being said. During this process, they fail to hear what is being communicated to them. The words are being heard clearly but the meaning is lost. This is to…

Sometimes as entrepreneurs, we feel like doing things our way. In fact, most entrepreneurs become entrepreneurs solely for this reason. We are known for our almost obsessive attraction to habits because habits help us achieve our goals, keep us motivated, keep us timely and makes our job easier. Arguably, the most important habit for an entrepreneur is the morning routine. If you should start your day off on the wrong foot how productive, motivated, and focused are you going to be for the rest of the day? To make sure that you start your day off on the right foot, here are seven things that every entrepreneur should before 7 a.m. They’re wide awake. Successful entrepreneurs like Richard Branson are known for waking up bright and early. “I have always been an early riser. Like keeping a positive outlook, or keeping fit, waking up early is a habit, which you must work…

By: Sylvie Tremblay, MSc In life, your skin will constantly change, for better or worse. In fact, your skin will renew itself approximately once a month. Proper skin care is essential to maintaining the health and vitality of this protective organ. The skin also contains nerves that sense cold, heat, pain, pressure, and touch. Whether you’re dealing with daily breakouts or a few clogged pores, acnes can be very disturbing. And while there are lots of factors that might be contributing to your acne — your skincare routine, irritating fragrance in your soaps or laundry detergent, and hormone fluctuations, to name a few — your diet can play a role too. Eating clean can help your skin look its best, and it is great for your overall health. These seven acne-fighters should be staples in your diet. Salmon Salmon is among the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, essential fats…

A lot of times we wonder what goes on when we are asleep. While some have said we relive our day time while asleep through dreams, others are of the opinion that we are lifeless while asleep. Since no one has ever been consciously awake inside of sleep, no one can actually tell what goes on during the sleeping hours. However, scientists and researchers in their vast studies of psychology and the human body, have come up with some fact you might not have heard about the sleeping hours. Here are 7 things you need to know about sleep: You sleep in cycles. As humans, several things take place in our bodies while we sleep. We cycle between Rapid Eye Movement (REM) and non-Rapid Eye Movement (NREM) sleep. The NREM sleep comes before the REM sleep. During the NREM sleep we have little muscle activity and our eyes do not…

There are days when we all have to go through the inconvenience of constipation; a situation where it becomes difficult for us to empty our bowels. It is a condition of the bowel in which the feces are dry and hardened and evacuation is difficult and infrequent. Incidentally, women are three times more likely to get blocked up than men. Some doctors speculate it’s because our colons are slightly longer, having more twists and turns and potential roadblocks to our digestive tracts. But while the bloating and abdominal pain associated with a gridlocked gut may be common, the symptoms aren’t something you should simply flush down the drain. Very severe constipation is not only very uncomfortable, but it can also lead to blockage of your colon (obstipation) and you may require more than laxatives in dealing with the situation. Here are some of the things we can avoid in order to…

At some point in life, some parents are faced with the growing concern of their children’s height and sometimes give into panic especially with the horrible D word- DWARF. In their confusion, they visit specialists almost every week and even devise unhealthy therapies just to make their child add an inch. Here are some safe and healthy ways by which your worries can come to an end: Balance diet The first step for acquiring height is eating a balanced diet. If you truly want your child to have an enviable height, you should be sure to keep aside the burgers, cola, and chips. Switch over to a healthy diet style in place of the junk foods. A balanced diet would make you child stronger by every means. Combine platters with all types of nutrients containing protein, carbohydrates and fat. In all of this, moderation is key. As part of a…

Every woman wishes for long natural hair with a lustrous texture which will be the admiration of all as she moves along the streets and so many wonder what can be done to get their desired outlook. If you constantly experience dryness, split ends, and a lack of growth, your diet may be to blame. The food you eat is what actually nourishes your hair. If you are not consuming the right amount of minerals and nutrients, your hair may lack the sufficient energy required to grow. Below is a food list which can help you grow your desired hair quality: Walnuts Eat a handful of walnuts daily to enjoy the benefits of healthy hair. Walnuts are packed with Biotin, Omega 3 fatty acids and Vitamin E, which are great for your hair. Brightly colored fruit Brightly colored fruit like mangos, strawberries, kiwis, pineapples and peaches are all rich with…