daniel w hayes: Sharpen Your Mind, 5 Tips for Increasing Intelligence (PART 1)
- 02/16/13 12:29 AM
Webster's Dictionary defines intelligence as the ability to learn and understand, or to deal with new or trying situations. Simply put, it's the degree of one's mental sharpness. It's easy to believe that your intelligence is set, meaning there's no way to "boost" your brainpower. However, many scientific studies have proven the exact opposite. A combination of lifestyle adjustments and mental exercises has been shown to not only increase intelligence, but also to improve general brain health and help prevent disorders associated with aging, such as Alzheimer's disease. According to most neurologists, the key is to stay mentally active, despite your … (3 comments)
daniel w hayes: 5 Things for Condo Buyers to Learn Before Buying a Property
- 02/09/13 09:45 PM
After you have a purchase contract, you may feelcommitted and start thinking about the color you'll paint the living room. But you still must verify that the place is the right one for you. To do that, make sure you review the condo docs—documentation that explains the rules, governance, management and finances of the condo association. State law defines how quickly the seller must provide them to you (or whether you must request them), how long you have to review them and, if you don't like what you find, how long you have to cancel your purchase agreement and get back … (1 comments)
daniel w hayes: Blizzard watch for Northeast as 'powerful' winter storm approaches
- 02/06/13 10:38 PM
According to MSN, "A blizzard watch was issued by the National Weather Service early Thursday as a powerful winter storm threatened to dump up to 2 feet of snow across Boston and other parts of the Northeast on Friday night and into Saturday. Snow and strong winds will intensify across New England and travel “may become nearly impossible with blowing and drifting snow” as the weekend begins, the NWS said in an alert issued at 3:30 a.m. ET. Gusty northeasterly and northerly winds may approach 50 mph during the height of the storm, added NBCConnecticut.com meteorologist Ryan Hanrahan. But while there … (2 comments)
daniel w hayes: Dow Closes Above 14,000 For 1st Time Since Financial Crisis
- 02/02/13 02:42 AM
The Dow stock market index closed above 14,000 for the first time since before the financial crisis rocked the world economy. Propelled by strong auto sales and optimism about U.S. jobs, the Dow Jones industrial average crossed the line early Friday and continued flirting with the mark all day. The other major stock indexes also rose. The Dow was up 149 points to 14,010. It's gained 6.9 percent this year. The Standard & Poor's 500 rose 15 to 1,513. The Nasdaq composite index added 37 to 3,179. The government jobs report that pushed stocks forward was mixed. The U.S. said … (1 comments)
daniel w hayes: The Sick Sense: Tips for Remaining Flu-Free During the Winter Months
- 01/25/13 04:52 AM
With so much of our attention focused on the New Year, it's easy to lose sight of the "other" winter equinox. Specifically the period between November and March, or what the Centers for Disease Control refer to as flu season. During this time, Americans' chances of contracting the illness will increase by as much as 80%. Upon learning this, the staff here at YOU Magazine felt compelled to help even the playing field. But, before we give out our advice for foiling the flu, it's important to realize the nature of the illness, as well as how it spreads. The flu … (3 comments)
daniel w hayes: How to Earn Money by Sharing Information Online
- 01/25/13 04:40 AM
Not worried about sharing your shopping habits with strangers? You can make a few bucks by filling out surveys and doing your online shopping through rewards sites. There are dozens of sites to choose from, including Swagbucks, Rewards1, CreationsRewards and MyPoints. The sites typically provide "points" for participating in an array of activities, from watching videos and reading e-mailed advertisements to playing games and signing up for free trial offers. The sites generally require that you use your real name, address and e-mail and that you promise not to spam-filter away their advertisements. If you take the surveys offered by site … (0 comments)
daniel w hayes: Healthy Eating Tips
- 01/22/13 08:13 AM
The Holidays are over and children have started back to school, and for many parents that means packing school lunches has become part of your weekday routine. Here are some great tips for keeping your children's school lunches and your work lunches healthy.
According to the Department of Agriculture's ChooseMyPlate.gov, there are five food groups that are considered the "building blocks to a healthy diet." These include fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy. The website features a Daily Food Plan tool to help you determine what foods you should eat each day...and in what quantities. The tool is customized based on … (1 comments)
daniel w hayes: Webcam Interviews, Are They a Good Idea for Your Business???
- 01/21/13 11:23 PM
Webcams have steadily grown in popularity in households across the country. Now, companies are embracing the technology as a cost-effective, timesaving way to conduct interviews. And businesses aren't the only ones turning to this technology. Colleges and universities are also using webcams to interview applicants before admitting them. If you or someone you know is in the process of applying for a new job or to a university, the following information can help you put your best foot forward if you're asked to participate in a webcam interview. Here's How Webcam Interviews Work If you're asked to participate in a webcam … (0 comments)
daniel w hayes: How to Use a Car-Buying Service to Find Deals on New Cars
- 01/17/13 02:12 AM
Smart car buyers know they should never pay full sticker price. But what's the right target price? And what if you weren't born with the haggling gene? If just the thought of doing battle with the dealer makes you want to take the bus instead, a car-buying service may be for you. We checked out a few services to see how good the deals are. Join the club. The most popular car-buying service is Zag. Never heard of it? That's not surprising – it's the company behind the affinity buying services of American Express, USAA and AAA, among others. The service … (1 comments)
You've heard about the health benefits of laughter, but what really happens when you laugh that makes it so beneficial? Doctors and scientists have a few ideas. Exercise Your Heart and Abs. It turns out that laughing is a lot like exercising. A good laugh can increase your heart rate, exercises your diaphragm, and even contracts your stomach muscles. Burn Calories. With the similarities between laughter and exercise, it shouldn't come as a surprise that laughing helps you burn calories. In fact, one study found that 50 calories are burned in 10 to 15 minutes of laughter. Reduce … (2 comments)
daniel w hayes: 10 Overlooked Discounts
- 01/13/13 07:22 AM
Chances are that you're not taking advantage of some valuable discounts. I'm not talking about coupons that you have to spend hours clipping and organizing so that you can pay only $1 for $100 worth of groceries. I'm referring to hassle-free discounts that are easy to score. Kendal Perez, creator of HassleFreeSavings.com, says that consumers may not be aware of many discounts that cross their paths every day. Here are ten that she says are commonly overlooked. Receipt coupons. Don't just shove your receipts into your bags after a trip to the store. Not only should you review them to make … (2 comments)
Webster's Dictionary defines intelligence as the ability to learn and understand, or to deal with new or trying situations. Simply put, it's the degree of one's mental sharpness.
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