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- 4 Long-Term Consequences of Being Charged With a DWI - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2020 from Anica OaksIt should come as no surprise to anyone that a DWI can bring your life to a grinding halt, but many people don’t realize just how long the consequences are going to haunt you if you are found guilty. A single DUI or DWI conviction could end up having a huge impact on your finances, career, and ...
Views: 14 - 4 Signs of Nursing Home Neglect You Should Watch for With Your Loved One - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2020 from Anica OaksIf you have a loved one residing in a nursing home, it is helpful to keep an eye on their health and general well-being. Although most nursing homes provide great care for their residents, sometimes an older person can experience problems due to staff neglect. Here are some of the most common ...
Views: 37 - 3 Retinal Conditions to Watch for in Your Middle Age - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2020 from Anica OaksYour eyes are an amazing tool that sends light signals to your brain to be processed into images. What you end up seeing is a detailed picture of how your brain interprets the incoming light signals. If ever your eyes were to cease functioning, the world would become a very dark place. One of ...
Views: 36 - 4 Ways Your Body Might Start Letting You Down as You Age - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2020 from Anica OaksAs you get older, you’ll likely notice differences in how your body functions. Unfortunately, this may involve losing certain abilities that you once had and experiencing certain health problems that are known to affect older generations. However, if you take certain precautions and exercise ...
Views: 41 - 5 Simple Ways to Brighten Someone's Day From a Distance - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2020 from Anica OaksAs an individual living in a large society, it can feel pretty isolating and lonely at times. This is one of the reasons why it’s important to maintain a strong connection with your local community. Your community is made up of your family, friends, co-workers and more. Your neighbors, the store ...
Views: 69 - 5 Ways to Seek Out and Help Those in Need Around You - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2020 from Anica OaksThere are always people who can use extra help in life, for a variety of reasons. Every community has families or individuals who are struggling medically, financially, or in other ways. If you would like to help but are not sure how, here are some basic things you can do to get started. Be ...
Views: 46 - 4 Ways to Raise Money for Cancer Research - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2020 from Anica OaksDonating time and money to cancer research is one of the best ways to help protect and save the lives of people suffering from this frightening disease. Not everyone has plenty of extra cash to offer, but there are ways to raise funds for cancer research and related agencies, including the ...
Views: 84 - Simple Ways to Relieve Stress During a Personal Crisis - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2020 from Anica OaksNo one is immune to experiencing life’s obstacles. However, some people are better at overcoming adversity. Aside from impacting your mental stability, chronic stress can trigger physical health problems. Here are a few simple ways to relieve anxiety during a personal crisis. Exercise Even ...
Views: 97 - 4 Personal Mantras to Help You Overcome Disordered Eating - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2020 from Anica OaksEating disorders are not easily overcome. It takes a lot of hard work and motivation to push through them. Building your toolbox of coping techniques takes time, but there are simple tools you can start using now to help you persist. Mantras are traditionally sacred syllables that are imbued ...
Views: 93 - How to Find the Right Destination for Your Retirement - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2020 from Anica OaksIndividuals who are retiring may move to a different area of the country for a variety of reasons. They may be interested in cheaper housing or may want to live closer to family members. Others want to spend more time outdoors, enjoying the activities they love. Whatever your reasons for making ...
Views: 69 - 4 Ways to Improve Your Perception of Your Body - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2020 from Anica OaksThe way your life looks is often a reflection of your mindset. Even when bad things happen, your mindset will figure out a way to turn the negative experiences into positive ones. This is why it's so important to have a healthy mindset. When you think of your body, consider how you feel. If you ...
Views: 81 - 4 Tips for Surviving a Difficult Divorce - by Submitted on May 27, 2020 from Anica OaksGoing through a divorce is tough for anyone. When the circumstances are difficult, the situation is even worse. If you are dealing with a turbulent ending of your marriage, the following tips may help. Stay Calm Tensions often flare as couples begin to separate their lives together. It is easy ...
Views: 124 - 4 New Hobbies to Help You Get Outdoors More - by Submitted on May 18, 2020 from Anica OaksIf your routine has gotten a bit stale and uninteresting, it may be time to take up a new hobby. A new activity can offer new ideas, research about equipment, learning new techniques and putting you in contact with new acquaintances. Outdoor activities offer a chance to increase your fitness ...
Views: 84 - 4 Signs It's Time for a Career Change - by Submitted on May 14, 2020 from Anica OaksOne of the hardest things to do is figuring out if you need to totally change up your career path. It's a scary thought for many, but it's also one that is often necessary. Below are a few signs that it's time for a career change. You've Lost Motivation One of the biggest signs that you need ...
Views: 86 - How to Keep on With Your Entrepreneurial Endeavors During an Economic Downturn - by Submitted on May 06, 2020 from Anica OaksAs an entrepreneur, you'll face both good times and bad times in your business. When the economy at large is in a slump, your business will likely have to make a few changes in order to survive and regain its growth trajectory once the market improves. Here are four of the steps you can take to ...
Views: 87 - 4 Tips for Military Service Members Trying to Transition to Civilian Life - by Submitted on May 05, 2020 from Anica OaksMembers of the military service who begin to transition to civilian life often face many challenges. Having lived a military lifestyle for a period of time, they must now adjust to new ways of doing things. With the help of family and friends, this can generally be accomplished in a fairly ...
Views: 80 - 5 Tips for Retiring in Comfort and Care - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2020 from Anica OaksMost people look forward to their retirement as a time when they can spend more time doing the things they enjoy. Of course, a comfortable retirement requires good planning, so you have the freedom to enjoy the level of care you need to make the most of this time. Here are 5 tips to keep in mind ...
Views: 90 - How to Know If You Are a Candidate for Facial Feminization Surgery - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2020 from Anica OaksIf you've considered undergoing surgery to soften the masculine features of your face, then you've probably looked into facial feminization surgery. This type of surgery is commonly done on transgender women as part of a transition to the female sex. Here are some helpful tips for ensuring that ...
Views: 170 - How to Start a Candid Conversation About Sex With Your Partner - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2020 from Anica OaksWhen it comes to your relationship, you may find it difficult to bring up certain topics with your partner. Not knowing how they will take it can make you feel as if it's best to just leave it alone. The truth is that when it comes to sex, it's best to talk through it with your partner. Here are ...
Views: 154 - How to Stay Confident and Beautiful as You Age - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2020 from Anica OaksWhen it comes to natural aging, beauty is one of those hot topic areas. While we all have moments where we could feel more beautiful, there's no reason to get stuck not being beautiful in your golden years. Here are some great tips that will keep you beautiful and full of confidence as you ...
Views: 107 - How to Remain Confident When You Have Braces as an Adult - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2020 from Anica OaksWhen things change in your life, it can be hard to regain the confidence that you once felt. When it comes to your oral health, this could mean getting braces. Here are a few different things that you can implement in your day to day life to remain confident when you have braces as an ...
Views: 74 - 5 Ways to Relax at Home During Stressful Times - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2020 from Anica OaksStress can take its toll on our day-to-day lives. Understanding how to deal with that stress in a positive manner is a great step towards living a more balanced lifestyle. Here are five easy ways to relax at home when you're personally dealing with some stressful times. Take A Bath One really ...
Views: 161 - How Knowing Your Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Opens Your World Up to New Possibilities - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2020 from Anica OaksThe Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is one of the most common personality tests people can use to get some kind of handle on various tendencies they may have. Taking the test can be a fun way to learn more about oneself, but people can also use it to make some changes in their lives or to create new ...
Views: 165 - 4 Mistakes People Make When Charged with a Misdemeanor - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2020 from Anica OaksIt’s never pleasant to be charged with a crime. Things can get even worse, though, if you don’t handle the matter properly. Being charged with a misdemeanor might not be the most common of occurrences, but it is something that happens. If you’ve been charged, it’s vital that you avoid the ...
Views: 274 - 5 Meaningful Ways to Improve Quality of Life as You Age - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2020 from Anica OaksAging is inevitable. Yet, there is no reason it should be difficult or depressing. You can have a good quality of life well into your senior years. It is important that older adults feel fulfilled with a positive outlook on life. Let’s explore 5 ways to improve your quality of life as you ...
Views: 162 - Music for Mental Health: 5 Benefits of Learning a New Instrument as an Adult - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2020 from Anica OaksYou’re never too old to learn to play a musical instrument. While music lessons are often targeted at children, people of all ages have decided to study instrumental music. It might because they formerly lacked the time to practice or money for lessons. Maybe now that their kids are grown, they ...
Views: 164 - 4 Ideal Locations for a Relaxing Retirement - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2020 from Anica OaksYou may have many plans for your retirement years. Enjoying the outdoors, engaging in your favorite hobby, taking in arts and cultural events or simply reading or enjoying long walks. Many retirees choose to find the most advantageous location to enjoy these activities, with suitable housing, a ...
Views: 125 - How to Help Your Child If One of Their Friends Is Diagnosed with Cancer - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2020 from Anica OaksA cancer diagnosis is difficult for anyone to handle. Children may especially struggle when they find out a friend has the disease. They might express a range of feelings and experience fear that it could happen to them as well. Here are four ways parents can help their child deal with a ...
Views: 171 - 5 Decision-Making Strategies for When You’re at a Turning Point in Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2020 from Anica OaksMaking a major life decision goes one or two ways. While some decisions require little to no thought, like whether you want pizza or sushi, others are a bit more heavy, even life changing. It’s these kinds of decisions that often weigh heavily on your mind, potentially leading to sleepless ...
Views: 276 - Pieces of Advice Every Mother Wants Her Daughters to Know - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2020 from Anica OaksIf you’re a mother of a daughter, you’ll want to instill in her everything that she needs to know to live a good and fulfilling life. Certain pieces of advice can help your daughter grow and blossom into the women she’s meant to be. Here are four pieces of advice every mother wants her daughter ...
Views: 188 - How to Design Your Home to Become a Personal Sanctuary - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2020 from Anica OaksTurning your home into a beautiful and comfortable sanctuary doesn’t need to be a complicated or expensive process. With a few basic upgrades and some simple renovations, you will be able to create a personalized getaway that you never want to leave. Noise Reduction Windows You might not ...
Views: 193 - 4 Things You Should Know About Planning Your Own Funeral - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2020 from Anica OaksPart of being a responsible adult is planning out your own funeral. This takes the pressure off of your loved ones when the time comes and allows them peace to handle their grief. Here are some things you should know when you start planning for your own funeral. There's An Order Of ...
Views: 285 - How What You Wear Affects Your Athleticism - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2020 from Anica OaksWhen it comes time to hit the gym, the court, or even the field, what you wear affects your ability to perform. While you may just think that having a good pair of shorts over jeans is what will affect your performance, this isn't the case. The actual athletic clothes that you choose will highly ...
Views: 143 - How Caregivers Can Stay Healthy During Flu Season - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2019 from Anica OaksMany of us get sick during the flu season, and we try not to expose family members to germs by avoiding them until the illness has passed. However, a caregiver must attend to the needs of a loved one around the clock. Getting sick means the cared-for person may be at risk for getting sick as ...
Views: 210 - 4 Green Compost Options for Your Garden - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2019 from Anica OaksUsing a compost fertilizer can enrich your garden’s soil and ensure better growth of plants and flowers. Fertilizer that consists of compost materials also doesn’t contain many of the toxic chemicals that are known to harm the environment. These four green compost materials can be excellent ...
Views: 159 - 4 Signs Your Relationship Is Ready to Take the Next Step Toward Marriage - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2019 from Anica OaksGetting married is a big step. Even if you’ve been with your partner for quite some time, you might not necessarily know if you’re ready to take that step. Fortunately, though, there are some signs that you might be more ready than you think. Below are four signs that you might want to seriously ...
Views: 213 - How Spiritual Healing Improves Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2019 from Anica OaksMost people admit to following some type of religious principles. Many are members of various world-renowned belief systems that others generally understand, such as Judaism, Christianity, or Islam. Others, however, get involved in dark spiritual practices that include secret meetings and forms ...
Views: 185 - 4 Life-Changing Skills Every New Parent Should Learn - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2019 from Anica OaksFrom the first moment, they place a newborn in your arms, you know that life will never be the same. A helpless, new person is depending on you, and the future of your family is in your hands. These heavy responsibilities can be overwhelming, and it may prompt you to develop a new set of skills ...
Views: 209 - 4 Ways Active Military Members Can Expand Their Post-Service Options - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2019 from Anica OaksMost people entering the military know that the initial transition is going to be a challenge, but many aren’t prepared for the difficulties that come with transitioning out of the service. Entering civilian life after years in the armed forces can be an exercise in patience and self-reflection. ...
Views: 143 - 4 Quick and Cost-Effective College Programs That Lead to Fulfilling Careers - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2019 from Anica OaksThe traditional thinking of having to go to college for years to get a degree to bag yourself a good career isn’t flying anymore. More and more young adults are realizing that there are quicker college programs that can allow them to gain the experience they need to live a fulfilling career with ...
Views: 189 - 4 Things You Didn’t Know Your Doctor’s Office Manages - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2019 from Anica OaksWhen you go to the doctor for a routine checkup or to diagnose a problem you’re having, you’re really only thinking about how the doctor can help with your health and not about the other things they, and the whole office staff, are working on. Whether you’re looking to jump on board and start ...
Views: 192 - 4 Preparations You Need to Remember for a Community Festival - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2019 from Anica OaksGetting the local community together for a day full of fun can be a great way to give back to those around you. However, planning that community festival can be overwhelming, to say the least. Here are four preparation steps that you’ll need to remember to take during your festival planning ...
Views: 213 - 4 Resources to Help You Turn Your Life Around After Jail Time - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2019 from Anica OaksPrison can alter the way you associate with the community around you when you are released. Being able to both physically and mentally adapt to the society around you is a necessity so you can blossom going into the future. Here are four awesome resources you should take advantage of when you ...
Views: 196 - Think it Through: 4 Health Issues Mindful Meditation Can Help With - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2019 from Anica OaksMeditation has been around for hundreds of years and is still practiced in many different cultures. Meditation does more than clear the mind. Learning how to meditate can also help alleviate the symptoms of certain medical conditions. Keep reading to learn four health issues mindfulness ...
Views: 207 - 4 Tips to Help You Quit Smoking for Good - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2019 from Anica OaksQuitting smoking is going to greatly improve almost every facet of your life, but many people don’t know how to successfully break this habit. If you have recently decided to give up cigarettes, then you might want to take a quick look at some of these useful tips and tricks. Get Ready for Your ...
Views: 428 - How to Effectively Channel Your Grief after Losing a Loved One - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2019 from Anica OaksLosing a loved one is never easy. No matter a person’s age or health, we always grieve when it is time to say goodbye. However, grief should be managed in a healthy way. Mourning too long can disrupt normal life and make it harder to recover. Ignoring or repressing grief can lead to depression ...
Views: 315 - Why You Should Avoid Social Media During a Divorce - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2019 from Anica OaksPerhaps the worst thing that you can do during a divorce is remain active on a social media account. This is because anything that you post could be used as evidence in a divorce or child custody hearing. Let’s look at some specific pitfalls associated with posting content to an online platform ...
Views: 236 - Passing the Buck: 4 Important Hunting Skills to Teach Your Son - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2019 from Anica OaksHunting is a tradition that is often handed down from father to son. As you take your son out to hunt for the first time, though, you might be overwhelmed by the sheer scope of what you need to teach him. Instead of trying to do everything at once, take the time to pick those aspects of hunting ...
Views: 194 - How Do You Know It’s the Right Time to Move out of Your Apartment? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2019 from Anica OaksOne of the many benefits to living in an apartment is the freedom to make decisions when the end of a lease approaches. If you’re on the fence about renewing your lease, you may want to look over some of these signs that it’s time for you to move on and find somewhere new to live. You Feel ...
Views: 157 - Money in the Motor: 5 Valuable Parts You Can Find at the Scrap Yard - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2019 from Anica OaksCars are very expensive, and when parts break, they become even more expensive because the parts are often marked up 800 percent or more. Thankfully, scrap yards carry every part that you can find at the dealership. These parts aren’t cheap replicas or even Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) ...
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