When most people think of resolutions they think of working out and or exercising which is what I am going to talking about today.

I want to give the the top three things I do to keep in shape. Now, I am not the best at this, but it has sure helped accomplish some exercise rather than none.

So here we go…

1.) Stretch – I usually stretch about 10 minutes every day. I am not sure where I read this, but stretching 20 minutes a day for a year can add up to five pounds of muscle to your frame. Not bad for doing nothing but a little stretch in the morning. Not to mention how stretching helps deter bodily injury and pulled muscles. Stretching is a win/win situation.

2.) Drink a Gallon Of Water EVERY DAY! – I “try” to drink a gallon of water EVERY day and nothing else. I mean I don’t drink pop or juice or anything along those lines. Once again, not sure where I read this, but cutting all sugary drinks from your diet will also allow you to lose up to 5 pounds of fat in one year. Now when you drink that much water you will be able to see some drastic changes. Not only will you be using the bathroom a lot more, you will have more energy, your skin will clear up, and you will just feel generally better throughout the day.

3.) Eat 2 Servings Of Fruit and Vegetables Every Day – Now I know you hear this one a lot too but it is something I think you should do. I do my best to eat some fruit and vegetables every day. Even if I cant eat two servings, I try to get something in my system. I was on this kick where I was eating an apple every morning but I stopped because I got lazy and quit. I am not back on that kick and I must say I feel so much better after eating an apple every day. And just to let you know, although fresh veggies and fruit are the best, to save time and money go with frozen stuff. I buy the little bags of frozen vegetables and they seem to be working just fine.

So there you have it. I bet you thought I was going to have you running around the block and doing push-ups and all that crap didn’t you? Well not me. I must admit that exercising is VERY important but it is not EASY. That is why I gave a list of “3 Easy Ways To Stay Fit”.

So go on my children and be fit. If you have any questions about what I published today, send us an e-mail. Be safe, and never give up!

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The problem is that most people try to get a job by dressing like a homeless person. They wear worn-out clothes and their personal hygiene is a little less than perfect.

Well if you are one of these people then I have a surprise for you. Below I have the top three things you can do to look more professional so you can land that million dollar a year job.

1.) Iron Your Clothes

- When you go to an interview, your first impression is all you have. When your potential boss looks at you, the first thing they immediately do is judge the way you look. They might not even realize that they are doing it, but believe me, they are.

Make sure you iron your clothes before an interview. Even better is to iron your clothes every day. I can admit that I don’t iron my clothes EVERY day but I do when I have an interview or important meeting.

Also, make sure you have a lint brush with you at all times. I keep one in my brief case and it has saved my butt more than I can remember.

2.) Shave/Trim/Wash

- Before you go out on an interview or important meeting, make it a point to practice personal hygiene. BEFORE I leave the house I make sure I leave myself roughly an hour of prep time. I use this time to shave, shower, and clean my body. Use Que-tips for God sake. Shave your face LAST so that the good old 5 o’clock shadow doesn’t come poking it’s way in. For the ladies, you can do the same. You grow hair just like the men so make sure you pay attention and keep everything in check.

Also, when washing, make sure you wash yourself TWICE. You never want to miss anything and smelling/looking good is key to landing that job. People remember how other people smell so keep that in mind.

One last tip for this section; make sure you don’t take a bath in cologne/perfume. A couple sprays will suffice so make sure you smell good but don’t overdo it.

3.) Bring A Resume and Writing Paper With You

- When you get there, the first thing you should do is give your interviewer your resume. The second thing you should do is take good notes. For the most part you are going to be the one answering questions but there is usually a part where you can inquire about the position. When they see you taking notes they will immediately be impressed. Take good notes and bring that resume with you.

So there you have it! This is just a small fraction of the things you can do to look more professional, but there are the things that have worked for mew. To date, I have been interviewed close to 20 times and got hired and or promoted 18 of them. So what I am saying is true. Not to mention that this stuff is extremely easy. So keep it going and remember to be yourself. Good luck!

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With all of the day to day struggles and crap going on, it’s sometimes hard to stay positive and upbeat.

Well I have come up with a list that I think will help you achieve your positivity goal.

Below are 5 ideas I know you can use to stay positive.

1.) Smile – It is scientifically proven that if you smile your body will follow suit and begin to feel better. By smiling you will be able to stay positive, and by staying positive you will begin to improve your life.

2.) Set Goals – It is really hard to stay positive when you have no direction in your life. Set goals! If you don’t like setting yearly goals and monthly goals, set weekly goals. At least you will know what you want to get done through the week, which will allow you to stay focused, relaxed, and positive.

3.) Live In A Day Tight Compartment – What you do tomorrow and what you did yesterday does not matter. What you need to do is stay in the present. You need to remember this, W.I.N – Whats Important Now!. Don’t worry about all the stuff that needs to get done next month or week. What do you have to do now? If you ask yourself that question you will immediately start to feel a lot better and even more positive.

4.) Relax – Now I know you might be saying, “I can I relax when I am stressed out and out of control?” Well that’s exactly why you need to relax and take a deep breath. You need to realize that you will never be able to stay really positive until you can sit back and look at the big picture, and the way you do that is by relaxing. Relax and grow positive!

5.) Be Thankful – If nothing else listed above helps you then do this; be thankful. Sit back and look at all you have to be thankful for. You might not have it the best right now but look at the things you do have. Do you have a place to sleep? Do you have food to eat? Do you have clothes on? Are you healthy, or do you have the choice to be healthy if you want? Are you alive? These are all things I did when I was down in the dumps and it helped me profusely.

So there you have it.

What I would do if I were you is print this off and keep it with you always. Read it every day for a month and see how your attitude changes. They say that a habit is created when you do something for 20-30 days straight. Develop that habit and move towards your dream of a positive life.

Good luck!

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