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03 July, 2013

How To Win Your Foes And Earn Respect:

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A nice quote says-
"If you understand both your foes and yourself, you will not be imperiled in a hundred assaults; but if you do not know your foes neither yourself, you will be imperiled in every lone assault"
No one of us are born knowing how to propel. It's likely not unusual to seem like you've not ever been educated rather how to steer a human life competently, but it may be odd to admit.

Benjamin Franklin once said- "You should love your foes, for they notify you of your faults". Our loved ones and contacts generally won't notify us our obvious errors, and yet, this is what we need to be working on to advance us. Perhaps not considered one of the foremost of philosophical minds, but I believe Stephen monarch put it well, "Only foes speak the reality; associates and lovers lie endlessly, apprehended in the web of duty".

Let's know few effective tactics on how to win the heart of your enemies and gain respect. Remember, these tactics had been used by many great persons in history. 

Be Wise:

Rather than trying to be flawless each day, recall that there are courses you should learn that can only be wise in the crucible of adversity, pain, and difficulty. Of course, it is easier to converse about this abstractly. It is much harder to love our enemies on a daily basis. We are to love those who despite fully use us and abuse us and victimize us again and again. It's not very simple to do this in any case, but it is much harder to love when we seem profoundly and frequently contravened and our believe has been decimated.

Welcome your foes:

One part of adoring our foes is to welcome them graciously when we see them. Occasionally (often, perhaps) rather than of turning the other impertinence, we turn away so we won't have to say hello to somebody who has hurt us. Some of us have been quite adept at looking the other way, ducking into a room, crossing the road, or even using Caller ID to keep from welcome those who have hurt us. But if we only welcome our associates, what benefit is that? Do not even sinners greet each other? One part of loving your enemies is to greet them rather than of bypassing them. You can disarm your enemies by doing the very thing they least anticipate. You do it by speaking well of them when no one expects it.

Don't depart chances to do good to your foes:

Doing good to your enemies means seeing beyond your agony and their meanness to their humanity. "Doing good" means that you do what will promote their healing despite the way they have treated you. The concept is, you make the first move. You drive the e-mail. You pick up the phone. You make the communication. You bridge the gap. You set up the appointment. Be kind to them. Display them you don't desire to go under to the foul grade that they're on. I just signify talk to them with respect, just not like you would talk to a factual friend. Offer to help but don't be exceedingly friendly, or else they will think you are a looser.

Stand Up for yourself:

How do you think persons contend in life? They stand up for themselves. If you don't stand up for yourself, as an adult you won't be adept to take an abuse. Show them that they have no right to heal your day the identical way that they are treating you. For to win one hundred victories in one hundred assaults is not the acme of ability. To subdue the foe without fighting is the acme of ability. What the ancients called a quick-witted combatant is one who not only wins, but excels in victorious with alleviate.

There are furthermore some fundamental methods in handling people. First principle is not to criticize, accuse, or complain. Second principle is to give dependable and sincere appreciation, and the third one is to arouse in the other individual an eager desire. Albert Einstein said that "A man should look for what is, and not for what he thinks should be".

If you think you're a great guy and that everyone loves you, I'm telling you that you have foes. Every person has foes. Strategy without tactics is the slowest path to triumph. On the other hand, tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat. The basic difference between happy persons and miserable persons is that the happy persons concern themselves with what they can do on their end. Sad person concern themselves with everything else.

To your success...
Jennifer



[This post was originally written by jasmineQ and published in Articlebase]

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30 June, 2013

5 Usefull Tips For Better Online Banking

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Banking has never been easier than it is today. Online banking allows you to access your bank at any time of day or night and from anywhere provided you have an internet connection. And if you choose to do it that way, it’s just as well there are no lines to wait in for online banks. Moreover, the interest rates you get are higher and the fees are lower than traditional bank branches. But as the online banking users are growing, so are the cases of frauds. If you don't know how to do online banking securely, you may easily get trapped in the hands of phishers who can steal your valuable information and empty your account.

So, if you are considering to do online banking or even doing it, here are few tips how to do it securely.

1. Probably the first thing to consider with online banking is the convenience. You can access your bank via the Internet from anywhere and anytime. But, be extremely cautious or alert while accessing your bank's URL. Also make sure to register your mobile number for updates and for further authentication. Now a days banks are using additional security steps on online transactions using OTP (One Time Password) which is a secure method. Never reveal your OTP to anyone.

2. Transaction performed online are generally much cheaper than those done over the counter at a bank branch. You can pay bills, transfer cash, check balances, and much more for much less. While doing so, don't forget to note the transaction number and save the confirmation reciept. 

3. Your computer has convenient ways to help you remember your login details. But don’t use the “remember my password” option if your computer suggests it. Keep your bank login details very safe and very secret. Most online banks will allow you change your password. This is a very good idea and something you should do regularly. Of course, you must also remember your new password each time it is changed.

4. Logging on to your online bank is easy and very convenient. But after you have completed your business, remember to log out of your online bank again. This is especially important if you access your bank from a library, at work, or in a cyber café. Moreover, while using a public computer for login make sure to use the virtual keyboard in the login page.

5. Enjoy your online banking, but beware of any email you receive asking you to verify your bank details by clicking a link. The site may look authentic, but it will probably be a fake. While accessing your online bank site, make sure it is secure and starts with HTTPS. Moreover, respectable banks don’t ask anyone to verify details by email or by phone.

Be alert, be secure, live happy.

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28 June, 2013

Find Your True Style

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Find Your True Style
By Judith A Mercer



Understanding your style or wardrobe personality goes a long way to helping you feel good about yourself as it reflects the person you really are - your true self. See if you can spot yourself amongst these 5 wardrobe personalities.

Romantics like to express themselves through their clothing, to reflect their femininity or artistic / creative talents. They love fabrics with 'feel appeal' - velvet, cashmere, silk and satin as well as floral patterns and pretty details on clothing. Their accessories are often delicate and pretty, perhaps sparkly too.

Top tip: Romantics often have significantly more accessories than most, so a bit of organisation would help - hanging jewellery on pretty stands on a dressing table or inside wardrobe doors, putting shoes in clear boxes. Good planning for each new season is essential if on a budget.

The Classic woman loves tailored clothes in good quality fabrics. They are always well co-ordinated with accessories to complement each outfit. They don't like to stand out in a crowd, preferring to blend into the background, choosing timeless elegant styles in subdued shades. Their hair is always neatly styled and they prefer minimal but well applied make-up, giving a polished look.

Top tip: Classics need to be careful not to get into a rut with their wardrobe. It's advisable to check out new brands and different shops to avoid looking old fashioned or frumpy. Casual dressing can prove to be a challenge - a good approach is to choose simple structures and styles in less formal fabrics.

A Dramatic personality has a strong, self-assured air. She likes to be noticed, choosing quirky, unusual clothing with bold prints and bright colours. She loves dramatic proportions - short jackets with wide leg trousers or a coat that reaches the floor. She wears chunky, elaborate or ornate jewellery and her shoes and handbags make a statement.

Top tip: Dramatics need to make sure the strong colours they love are flattering for their skin tone. They need to bear in mind that other people may find their bold style a little over the top, perhaps even intimidating - a warm smile can really help.

Naturals have a relaxed easy-going approach to life. They will be drawn to easy care clothing that needs little or no ironing. They don't really think much about how they look, just as long as they're comfortable, and are unlikely to be interested in fashion. Make-up and jewellery are probably only worn for special occasions.

Top tip: Naturals can find formal situations a bit of a challenge - it's a good idea to shop for a small selection of smart clothes for such occasions. Making sure clothes are clean and pressed can help a natural to avoid looking scruffy. The services of a personal shopper might be helpful.

The Gamine woman has a neat body with a small frame, coupled with a lively nature and boundless energy. No matter what her age, she always appears youthful. She will tend to opt for a casual, sporty look with a fun twist, but always well groomed. A short, urchin hairstyle is a common choice for Gamines.

Top tip: Smaller scale prints and fitted clothing will be more flattering for a small frame - loose baggy clothes and large patterns will drown a gamine. Neutrals are often a staple, so adding colour can avoid looking a bit drab.

Did one of these descriptions resonate with you, or did you feel you were a mixture of more than one? Well, that's very common, after all each one of us is unique and wouldn't want to be given a label, but perhaps you picked up on certain characteristics that ring true for you.

So, here's a challenge for you - open your wardrobe and see if you have a clear style personality from the fabrics, colours and styles that greet you. How much of your wardrobe fits with your true style - 20% - 50% - 80%? If it's below 50% you probably struggle with what to wear on a daily basis. Nearer 80%? Well done, you clearly have a good sense of your personal style.

Judith Mercer - Personal Image Consultant http://www.ulookgreat.net

Through colour and style consultations, along with follow-on services, I offer my clients the solutions to their image concerns and help them to look and feel their best every day.

Go to my website for full details of my services, sign up to receive regular e-newsletters and get in touch to book your complimentary image assessment.

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23 April, 2013

Dieting: Is it good for you?

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As we start seeing ourself fat and obese, we think of dieting at first place and start adopting very less food eating practices. Many girls start this practice at early age to avoid being over weight in future. Today, dieting has become a fashion for them. But how many of us know that dieting itself is a reason for rising obesity trend. Moreover, dieting can be harmful in many ways, specially to women's look.


According to USDA, dieting should not be just eating salads or drinking juices, but should consists of eating proportionate amounts of grains, fruits, vegetables, meat and beans, calcium-retaining dairy products and unsaturated oils.

That's why a person on dieting should be very careful on how to diet. Sudden food-intake reduction and rapid weight loss can have many side effects such as hairfall, calcium deficiency,  Irritability, Depression, Kidney disease, Muscle atrophy,  Bloodshot eyes, Reduced sex drive , Prolonged hunger and most importantly Subsequent weight gain.

Hair Fall
If you eat less or no calorie foods it is certain that you will face some health problems. One such is hair fall. Normally, you have deficiency of vitamins, minerals and proteins when you are under dieting and it may be severe if you do not follow a proper guideline. Similarly, deficiency of iron may lead to low oxygen flow in blood which in turn can damage hair follicles  Hair follicles have phases. If you do intense dieting, the hair follicles after resting phase will not get proper nutrition and you may experience severe hair fall.

Deficiency of Calcium
Calcium is a must for our bones health. As we grow older, the bone-marrow begins to destroy. But if you eat nutritious foods daily, then the process becomes slower. For a woman up to 33 yrs, her bones remain healthy. After that, the marrow density begins to decrease. Normally we need 800mg of calcium daily from our food. So, be careful while choosing your diet plan.

Moreover, absorption of calcium is also important for well being of bone. For this you need to eat unsaturated fats, green veggies, chocolates, coco etc. Unsaturated fats such as olive oil do not have cholesterol.

In 2002, American Journal of Kidney diseases has studied ten subjects consuming low carbohydrate high protein (LCHP) diet and concluded that- " Consumption of an LCHP diet for 6 weeks delivers a marked acid load to the kidney, increases the risk for stone formation, decreases estimated calcium balance, and may increase the risk for bone loss".

Wrinkles on skin
Female skins aged between 20-30 years is very elastic. Due to excessive dieting or sudden weight loss the skin may tend to lose its elasticity. For a beautiful, wrinkle free skin, our food must contain calories. Experts says, eating less calorie foods during daytime may make you slim, but at the same time you may experience dehydration resulting dry skin. Because, salt and carbohydrates in calorie rich foods help to hold water in cells.

Subsequent weight gain
Many studies revealed that diets that focus solely on sudden weight loss may lead to gaining the weight back again even adding more pounds. It is referred as "dieting-induced weight-gain".
Diet-cycle showing dieting-induced weight gain

Biologically, when you diet, your body experiences the dieting process as a form of starvation. Your cells don’t know you are voluntarily restricting your food intake. Then the body shifts into primal survival mode where metabolism slows down and food cravings escalate. When you lost weight substantially you stop dieting and begin to eat again those foods that you left. Actually, dieting disconnects you from your innate hunger and satiety cues, and it becomes easier to eat in the absence of hunger and develop a mistrust of your biological eating cues.

Should you stop dieting, then?

No, absolutely not. My objective of this post is to point out the consequences of wrong dieting habits. Dieting should not be a fasting for days or not eating fat less or protein less foods. It should be a change of your eating habits from processed and oily junk foods to a complete balanced food habit for rest of your life and avoiding over-eating.

Quick weight-loss diets and fad diets often do not teach you how to lead a lifestyle or maintain the weight loss after you have worked so hard to achieve it.

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08 February, 2013

Why Hair Loss Occurs?

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We all know how important is our hair for being impressive. Today a lot of people, both men & women, concerns a great deal about their hair-style and condition of hair and spend a lot money on external products like shampoos, conditioners and undergo treatments in order to help it look its best and to keep hair healthy.  Among those, some would almost do anything to prevent further hair loss or to seek hair re-growth. 

Hence, before buying any product further or taking an appointment in hair clinics, let's find out how hair grows and why we experience hair fall.


Hair Growth Phases: 

Stem cells in our scalp are responsible for hair follicles and their growth.

Hair grows in cycles taking normally 3 to 7 years and passes through three transition phases-

Anagen -> This is the active phase. Hair growth occurs in this phase. The root of the hair divides rapidly adding to the shaft. This phase stays for 2-7 years.

Catagen-> It's a short transition phase. Hair growth ceases and a club is formed at the base. It last about 2 weeks.

Telogen-> Dormant or resting phase. No hair growth.




Causes of Hair Fall:

According to experts, much hair loss and baldness is related to genetics or heredity; however, other factors may play a role such as hormonal problems, poor nutrition, medication, chemotherapy and thyroid disease. A biochemical factor known as DHT plays a major role in hair loss and baldness. DHT stands for Dihydrotestosterone, an androgen. Male and female adults can lose hair as a consequence of changes in the metabolism of androgen in the body - men more commonly than women. When DHT gets to the hair follicles (dermal papilla), it blocks the absorption of vital nutrients required for healthy hair follicles. Hair follicles have resting and growing phases - without proper nutrition, their resting stages get longer while their growing phases get shorter resulting thinner hair and falling at the end.

How DHT gets into hair follicles?

DHT forms in scalp when a hormon called testosterone combines with an enzyme called 5-alpha-reductase. As we grow older, the secretion of 5-alpha-reductase increases (specially in crown area of scalp) resulting more DHT formation. On the other hand, hair follicles have many receptors of androgen. That’s why DHT gets deposited around hair follicles. Though we cannot change the genetic formation of human i.e. hormons, but we can control the enzymes. The good news is that it is possible to block DHT formation within the body using 5-alpha-Reductase Inhibitors- such as finasteride (1 mg) and Minoxidil. But one should use these inhibitors with caution. Natural inhibitors are- Salmon fish, Flax seed (Tisi), Goose berry (Amla), Terminalia Cebula (Harad or hilikha) etc.

Poor Nutrition: 
A deficiency of proper nutrition may also cause hair loss, dry hair or breakage. 91% of our hair is made of proteins. Hence protein rich foods are must for healthy hair. Moreover, high protein diets are good inhibitors of 5-alpha-reductase. Our hair need vitamins too. Another factor of hair loss is due to iron deficiency or anemia. Women can quite frequently experience hair loss due to iron deficiency.

Medicinal Cause: 
Hair loss can also occur by excessive use of drugs such as antibiotics and steroids. So if you are experiencing hair fall, be careful while taking these medicines.

Thyroid malfunction: 
Any malfunction of the thyroid, hypothyroidism can lead to hair loss. The reasons is that the thyroid plays an important role in the regulation of active to resting hair phases and any disruption can damage the hair follicles.

Dirt: 
Another factor for possible hair loss may be due to dirt around hair roots.

Stress: 
Lastly, almost any major mental or physical stress even, including surgical trauma, high fever, chronic systemic illness and hemorrhage can cause hair loss. Such type of hair loss is termed as "telogen effluvium". It is due to disruption in the normal hair growth cycle.

There are a variety of pharmaceutical products that claim to promote hair growth and prevent thinning hair and help combat the causes of the hair loss.  Some, however, can cause dangerous side effects and often do not work.   It is always hard to know which products are the safe ones that actually do show results and it sometimes can take a lot of researching to find the right product. 

Another important thing to remember is that whatever methods we apply for stopping hair loss or regrowing, it may take time from 4 to 9 months, sometime even a year.

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