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Boost Productivity with Microbreaks
It can be tempting to power through a task without stopping. However, research shows breaks can give a much-needed boost. A microbreak is a very short break. It typically lasts anywhere from 30 seconds to 5 minutes, taken during work or study. Examples include standing up, stretching, breathing meditation and walking around. Taking 5-minute breaks…
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Thursday Thunder: 5 Powerful Quotes to Propel Productivity
Am I the only one whose energy starts to dwindle by Thursday? Wednesday usually drags, and I find myself crawling into the end of the week (aided by a lot of coffee!). The scent of Friday lingers in the air but…I’m not quite there yet. I still need to make it through Thursday with something…
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How Music Enhances Creativity and Productivity
Nowadays, balancing productivity and creative thinking is a challenge. From social media to the prevalence of smartphones and tablets, we are constantly surrounded by noise. Offices are full of people crammed together all working towards different goals in a confined space. Retail workers face constant sounds and noise throughout the day, making concentrating difficult. Similarly,…
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2025 Vision: Crafting and Crushing My Goals
Happy New Year! Last year was full of highs and lows. I embarked on my coding journey, dabbled in data analysis, continued to work on my novel, and learned how to assert myself. This year I have at least five goals I’d like to achieve. 1. Exercise regularly I felt like a different person when…
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Holiday Survival Guide: 5 Tips to Enjoy the Festive Season
I have spent a good chunk of time looking for last-minute gifts this week. Every year I tell myself I’m not going to and every year I cave in. Something about the flurry of activity makes me feel like I should be running around doing the same thing. After hours of scrolling, I took a…
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5 Motivational Quotes to Start Your Week
It’s Monday again, and I’m not sure about you, but I already need a pick-me-up. So, here are five quotes to help kick your week into gear! If you can’t see the images, the quotes are listed below. Quote Author “The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” Steve Jobs “You are…
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The most common 4-digit PIN codes
I found this website called Information is Beautiful. It has a lot of interesting infographics including a section on science and health. They have an infographic designed by Nick Berry of Data Genetics. It visualizes some of the most common PIN codes based on what’s leaked during data breaches. Check it out! How common is…
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Gambling and Mood: Recognizing Signs of Addiction
In the past when I thought of gambling, flashing lights and the Vegas strip popped into my mind. Casinos, slot machines, flashing lights and cashing pouring out of machines. Gambling is more prevalent than that, though. From the lottery to scratch cards, it’s everywhere. Any activity you put money in for a chance of cashing…
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