Wherever I go, I always have a camera on me. Sometimes it's only the camera in my iPhone, other times it's my Canon dSLR mounted with my favorite travel lens. Even though I gave up my dream to be a professional photographer, I haven't let that stop me from photographing everything that catches my eye and that I want to remember. Since summer is rapidly coming to a close, I … [Read more...]
Are Happy People Better Workers?
I consider myself to be a glass half full type of gal and am always looking for the bright side of things when the unexpected happens. Even though I know there are people way more productive than me, I consider myself to be a hard worker, and I think being a happy person is a major influence on my work ethic and output. We all know what it's like to be around a grouchy, … [Read more...]
Back To School Tips For College: Don’t Make My Mistakes!
Back to school is here! Even though I graduated many years ago, I still get excited when I see all the bright and shiny school supplies lining store shelves. I have a weird obsession with organizing and as a result I tend to drool over notebooks, binders, highlighters, and backpacks with lots of pockets. August also reminds me of the jittery feelings I used to have this time of … [Read more...]
Quotes Of Wisdom To Get You Motivated
Every time I come across a good quote, I write it down. I keep a list of inspirational expressions, phrases that make you go hmmm, and all sorts of quotes of wisdom on my computer and read through it whenever I need a boost. Here is a small sampling that I want to share with you to help get you motivated to shatter the template lifestyle and find your happiness. Quotes Of … [Read more...]
How To Make More Time Every Week
Seven days is a nice amount of time, but so often we're juggling a million things wondering how to make more time every week. So what makes up a week of time anyway? For a lot of people it's five days of commuting, studying/working, making phone calls, going to meetings, deleting hundreds of emails, followed by two precious days on the weekend to veg out and spend time with … [Read more...]