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10 Vital Ways To Greatly Improve Your Attitude

Our attitude plays a big part in our everyday lives and can affect how our life may turn out in the future. If you decide to live with a negative attitude, always expecting the worst and never enjoying what you already have in your life, you’ll find that your inner choices will reflect on the outside. However, if you have a good attitude, you’ll be the kind of person who works hard, is a believer in the fact that life is for living, and you will live the kind of life many would aspire to.

Attitude comes down to choice, you can choose whether to have a good or a bad attitude and whether external things can affect it or not. With this in mind I’ve come up with a few ways to help improve your attitude when you are struggling to turn a bad day into a good one.

1. Take action and then let it go.
If you have something you need to get done, and you’ve been putting it off because the result could go either way, the best thing for you to do to improve your attitude is to take the appropriate action required and then let it go. Holding on, worrying and wasting precious time fretting will only put a downer on your attitude. If you remember that life is for living, and what will be will be, then you can’t go far wrong. Worrying is a complete waste of your time—if it’s going to happen, it will happen anyway, whether you worry about it or not!

 

2. Spend time with those who share your positive attitude.
This is a must if you want to improve your attitude. The people you surround yourself with most of the time will reflect upon you and how you live your life. So always make sure that these people share your positive vibe, and lift you rather than bring you down. We are, after all, only human, so there will be times when we get a bit down on our luck, which makes it even more important to have good, positive people on hand to encourage, support and inspire us.

3. Remember to forgive easily the limitations of others.
So often we get disappointed by other people’s actions or non-action. Instead of getting angry or retaliating, the best way to improve the situation and to improve your attitude is to forgive. Most people don’t understand why they do the things they do or say the things they say. It is through your forgiveness (which is not about letting them off the hook, but rather letting yourself off the hook) that you will improve your attitude. Holding on to grudges will only cause you more harm than good because most people don’t realize how their limitations affect others anyway!

4. Always act with a purpose.
When you take action, always take steps to act with a purpose, so that your actions are in line with your values and who you are. Many people walk through life blindly, with no real reason for what they do and why they do it. Instead, live with a sense of purpose, so that you go through life knowing the effect you have on those around you and why you do the things you do. For an example, Walt Disney’s main purpose was to “make people happy,” so next time you act, think of your purpose and improve your attitude whilst doing so!
5. Always say, “Please,” and, “Thank you.”
Being polite when given help or asking for it isn’t a hard thing to do, yet so often we forget these simple words, especially with those closest to us. If you want to improve your attitude use, “Please,” and, “Thank you,” every single time you are given the opportunity. Why? Because what you give out you get back, so when you are nice to someone who is helping you out or when you need some assistance, you’ll find that you’ll get more than you bargained for—in a good way, of course!

6. Don’t compare yourself to others.
If you want to improve your attitude to life and to those around you, quit comparing yourself to others. It’s human to compare our lives with others, but when we do it too often we can drag ourselves down and start to think that life isn’t going the way it’s supposed to go. When we compare, we think someone else’s life looks better than ours. It’s important to remember that we are observing the external view, and things may look different behind closed doors. So spare yourself the worry and stop comparing, only focus on your own life and attitude to it and you’ll be much happier in the process.

7. Expect the best out of every situation instead of the worst.
How many times do you focus on the bad stuff that might happen in your life, rather than the good? Do you hear yourself saying things like, “Oh, I knew that would happen,” or, “I really hope this doesn’t cost too much,” and, “I don’t want to be late”?

 

When life is hectic and you feel that you don’t have time to do what you want because of what other people want from you, it’s no wonder you can get so down and disgruntled about life. We tend to focus on what could go wrong in our lives rather than focusing on what could go right. In some respects we like to have a moan, and it seems complaining has become such second nature to us that we don’t even realize we are doing it.So how about trying something different? Try not to complain for seven days and instead replace any negative thoughts with a positive one. Expect the very best out of every situation and see the improvement in your attitude, you won’t be disappointed!

8. Wake up early every day.
I am a real advocate of early rising. For me it brings me closer to the feeling of starting afresh, just in case yesterday didn’t go quite as planned. I usually get up at around 4 a.m., although that kind of time is pretty extreme to most people. However, when you plan to wake up early and intend to make each day a good one, you’ll find your attitude will change. It’s like you are taking the day by the horns and making sure you get every last bit out of it and on your own terms. You’ll feel in control of your life rather than just going through life in a blur.

 

Just try it, even if you only get up 20 minutes earlier than normal.

9. Live in the present moment.
As you read this you will probably have 101 things on your mind. Errands to run, things you should be doing and things that have happened that are worrying you. All too often we spend our days lost in thoughts about the past or the future and never really living in this very moment. When we live like this, we are never really comfortable with ourselves because our inner peace is constantly at odds, which affects our mood and our attitude.

Instead of rushing about, try to spend time watching your thoughts and becoming more mindful of what you are saying to yourself. If you are worrying about something, you are not in the present moment because you are thinking about something that could happen in the future. Anxiety, stress and worry are all signs you are not living in the now. When you have too much of this going on it can lead to health issues later on in life. To improve your attitude, learn how to take a break, to sit and be quiet even if it’s just for 10 minutes a day. Your body and mind will thank you for it, and so will your friends!

10. Be grateful for everything you have.
This always seems to come up whenever I write because gratefulness is one of the most powerful attitudes to have in life. If you want a better life, give thanks for all that you have each and every day. When you rise early, practice grace before you do anything. This kind of practice will set your day off nicely, your attitude will improve and you’ll find you will receive more things to be grateful about!

So how’s your attitude today, does it need a little fine tuning?

 

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Personal Hygiene Tips For Better Care

Good personal hygiene is the first step to good health. It not only protects you from poor health, but also shields those around you from suffering illnesses that arise from poor personal habits. Habits such as washing your hands, bathing, brushing, flossing, may all look monotonous and boring, but they all come under important personal hygiene. They make you feel good about yourself and keep you free of bacteria, viruses, and illnesses. In this post we give you 20 tips for personal hygiene that you must follow routinely.
Personal Hygiene Habit # 1
Vaginal itch is curable and does not need intensive treatment. The doctor will prescribe antibiotics and antifungal creams that will take care of the skin problem.How do you prevent vaginal itch?
Stay dry and clean
Shower daily
Rinse out all the soap
Make sure your intimates are not tight; cotton is a preferred material
It is recommended that after motions, you must wash up or wipe from front to back. This will help avoid germs entering the vagina.
Grandma’s tip: Back in the day, women were suggested to sleep without their underwear, so that the vagina area remains dry.
Personal Hygiene Habit # 2
For Food storage
Store and prepare raw meat, poultry, and seafood away from other foods
Store food in the fridge at 5°C/41°F, do not overfill and allow cold air to circulate
Prevent raw food juices from dripping onto other foods.
Personal Hygiene Habit # 3
While preparing your food
Cut meat and vegetables with separate knives and chopping/cutting boards
Soak, scrape, brush, scald, peel or wash all fruit, salad and vegetables
Do not wash raw meat in the sink prior to cooking as this spreads germs around the sink area. This is also not necessary as proper cooking of the meat will destroy any harmful bacteria
Personal Hygiene Habit # 4
Peeing etiquettes
Don't hold it in
Stay hydrated
Relax when you pee
Wipe from front to back
Personal Hygiene Habit # 5
Fighting bad breath
Drink plenty of water.
Brush and floss regularly.
Treat any existing oral diseases.
Eat crunchy fruits and vegetables.
Cut out coffee.
Chew sugarless gum.
Eat yogurt
Get your vitamins. a, but can also help prevent two other causes of bad breath—gum disease and gingivitis.
Avoid tobacco products.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 6
Cleaning and disinfection of office work spaces.
Viruses are breeding round the clock, especially when it comes to hard surfaces, like office desks, office floors and so on.
Make sure your office administration staff routinely cleans door handles, countertops, keyboards and doorknobs with anti-bacterial solution to remove the germs.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 7
Go for an alcohol-based sanitizer.
Clean your hands every now and then by using hand sanitizers. This is because alcohol is a drying agent and kills all the viruses and bacterias immediately.
However, please note alcohol is liable to make your skin dry, thus always go for a branded alcohol-based fragrance-free hand sanitizer, which has a good amount of moisturizer in it.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 8
Office pantry etiquette.
The office pantry is a very tricky place – you can’t avoid it, but nor can you be friends with it. The best practice is to carry your own coffee and tea mugs and wash them at least twice a day. If you are not so sure about your office hygiene, get your own tissue roll from home and store your office snacks in a clean and safe drawer.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 9
Makeup hygiene
Eyebrow pencil hygiene is a must. Always ensure that you clean your eyebrow pencil with a wet tissue before usage in order to get rid of bacterial residue.
Wash your makeup brush and powder puffs on a weekly basis with a mild baby shampoo for best and safe usage. Dry the washed makeup product by using a clean towel.
Never use your fingers to apply makeup, unless and until a profesional artist does that for you. But, if you must use your fingers, then make sure they're clean and that you use just the ring finger as it has the lightest stroke.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 10
Brushing hygiene
Brush your teeth twice a day for at least 3-5 minutes. Make sure you do not put too much pressure as this can hurt your gums.
Place the bristles along the gum line at a 45-degree angle. Gently brush the outer tooth surfaces of 2-3 teeth using a vibrating back and forth motion. Clean outer, inner and biting surfaces of teeth with scrubbing motion.
Studies show an essential oil based mouthwash reduces plaque by 70% and gum problems by 36% over brushing alone. Use an anti-microbial mouthwash to get complete protection from germs.
Floss your teeth. Ease the floss gently between your teeth, pull the floss smoothly back and front. Additionally, using a dental floss will help remove food debris that’s stuck in your teeth.
Clean and brush the surface of your tongue daily because there is bacteria present particularly on the rougher top surface of the tongue. These can contribute to bad breath (halitosis) and negatively affect your dental health.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 11
Bathe daily
A daily shower is a must whether you feel grungy or not. A regular bath (every morning and after all athletic activities) helps in keeping you clean, fresh and odor free.
Cleaning your body is also important to ensure your skin rejuvenates itself, as the scrubbing of your arms, legs, and torso will slough off dead, dry skin and help your skin stay healthy and refreshed, and will prevent acne, blemishes and other skin eruptions.
Also, do not share your towel and wash them on a regular basis.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 12
Trim your nails
Keeping your finger and toenails trimmed and in good shape will prevent problems such as hang nails (when a loose strip of dead skin hangs from the edge of a fingernail) and infected nail beds.
If possible, trim them weekly and brush them daily with soap so that no dirt or residue remains beneath the nail.
Fingernails should be trimmed straight across and slightly rounded at the top whereas toenails should be trimmed straight across.
The best time to cut your nails is after bathing when they are soft and easy to trim.
It's also a good idea to moisturize nails and cuticles regularly.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 13
Take care of your hair
Washing your hair at least every other day is important to keeping your hair and scalp healthy and in good shape.
If you suffer from lice or dandruff, then take necessary action at the earliest. Also, it is critical that you get a hair cut frequently for healthy hair.
The longer you wait to get your hair cut, the more frail and brittle your hair can become, especially if it is longer
Personal Hygiene Habit# 14
Wear Clean Clothes
Wear a fresh set of clothes as often as possible.
Dirty clothes are a source of contamination and can cause very serious skin disorders if worn over and over without washing them.
Also, try wearing a clean pair of socks every day (especially after athletic activities) as this keep your feet dry and not smelly.
Wash clothing and linens on a regular basis as the longer it takes you to clean them the smellier they become.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 15
Hair Removal
Shave your underarms and legs if you desire, but do so with care. Use a new blade if you are going to shave with a manual razor to lessen your risk of cutting yourself. Also use shaving cream, or a shaving gel.
Take your time when shaving to avoid nicks and cuts.
Pubic hair does not have to be shaved.
If it is shaved, it may grow inward, and the skin in this area of the body may be sensitive after shaving.
Try using a moisturizer that contains no oil if you want to make facial hair less noticeable, or use a bleaching product.
Talk to your parents about removing facial hair permanently, if you are thinking about it.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 16
Body Odor
Keep your underarms and groin area clean and dry to discourage bacteria.
Change out of sweaty clothes as soon as possible after exercising or perspiring.
Trim or shave your underarm and pubic hair so there is less surface area allowing for the accumulation of sweat and bacteria.
Cut back on alcohol and foods that may contribute to body odor, including curry, spicy food, onion, and garlic.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 17
Sleep tight
Get plenty of rest — 8 to 10 hours a night — so that you are refreshed and are ready to take on the day every morning.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 18
Clean your ears
clean your ears with your fingers while having a bath
The daily cleaning of all hearing devices is essential to remove germs that can be introduced into the ear
Earrings should be kept clean, and should be removed daily so the piercing can be attended to.
The use of hair products can build-up on the ear and should be washed off when possible to avoid irritation to the skin of the ear.
Personal Hygiene Habit# 19
Foot Care
Wash your feet properly while having a bath, specially between the fingers
Wear the right socks
Make sure your shoes aren't too tight.
Switch shoes
Wash shoes or insoles of your shoes
Stay in bare feet at home
Personal Hygiene Habit# 20
Genital care
for men
wash your genitals with a finger.
Shower on the outside normally.
If you can retract foreskin just rinse in water and wipe with clean finger.
If you can't pull it back yet then it is clean under there and no maintenace is required.
For women
Clean your vaginal area twice a day
Use a panty liner
Try to keep this area shaved