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Safety is not something that springs to mind when it comes to your garden. After all, you would hope that it would be a secure area that nobody would touch. But you might be surprised how common it is for people to break into your yard and ruin your flowers and plants. Not only this but they might take your valuable tools which could cost you a small fortune to replace. Therefore, here is some advice you need to keep your garden safe from intruders. Always lock the gate When you live in a safe area, it’s easy to put garden safety at the back of your mind. For instance, you might not be on point when it comes to things like locking your gate at night. But even though you might live in a safe area, you never know who’s watching your home. And if you head inside without shutting the gate, an intruder might find their way into the garden. Then it might be a couple of hours before you notice someone has been in the garden and stolen your valuables. Therefore,  it’s so important to alw

Pexels We’ve all been there, we need to lose that little bit of weight or a lot of it. Losing weight is a constant in life, and while there are many ways of making it work for you, from working out to eating some kind of balanced diet, but the fact of the matter is, it’s hard, however you go about it. And this is something that we have to get into our minds before we embark on any type of diet or eating plan. If you're embarking on a “diet,” you are depriving yourself in one way or another, but if you're going for a “lifestyle change” it will help as it’s not a temporary measure. And as far as weight loss methods are concerned, try these, but please be warned, they are very difficult to see through, the reasons will be explained in due course. And before going on any type of extreme diet, please get checked over by a medical professional! Intermittent Fasting This is a very common weight loss method doing the rounds, and with good reason. And the health benefit

There are countless studies outlining the far-reaching consequences of work-related stress upon the individual. Stress at work can manifest itself in anxiety, burn-out , mental health problems as well as a whole host of physical health issues. As well as financial stress , most people will suffer work-related stress at some point in their life. Being able to manage and limit the effects of stress is crucial to recovering from this and not letting it have long-term consequences. Photo source- Pexels Reducing the stress that you might experience at work is, of course, the ideal situation, however, finding a low-stress job may be difficult for some people, and therefore you need to focus on developing strategies to deal with any stress you might experience at work. There are plenty of tactics and techniques that you can employ to reduce or deal with the stress you face, several of which are listed below. Stay Organized There are many ways to stay organized a

Hello beautifuls ,  Time goes by so fast , I hardly believe we're in May already! I didn't use a lot of make-up in April , so I don't have many make-up products among favorites. However I discovered some products that I really love and they are in my top 3 all time favorites for skincare. I'm talking about the Zenmed products : Facial Cleansing Gel Sensitive - this is so gentle but cleans my make-up or  This Real Technique brushes are amazing! Good quality + good price = great deal!

Let’s face it; no one knows how to do beauty better than flight attendants. They spend hours in the sky, serving customers, and they don’t get a chance to re-apply their makeup from scratch. They look flawless at all times, and we can learn a lot from their approach to beauty. With that in mind, read on to discover some of the key beauty secrets of flight attendants.   Makeup texture is everything – One thing any flight attendant recognises is that the texture of their makeup products means everything. Creamy textures are ideal because they can be blended again with washed hands, making it easy for a quick fix-up. Look for makeup that comes with easy-to-use handle sticks and products that are easy to pack. Image Source They swear by dry shampoo – Flight attendants swear by dry shampoo, and they are very picky about the ones they choose. Powder form dry shampoo is the best choice, as there is no need to worry about liquid restrictions. Plus, powder versions ensure th

Staying healthy, in particular losing weight, can be extremely difficult. One thing that makes it even harder is the common myths and misconceptions that have been spread around in this modern, health-conscious society of ours. Let these sink in, and it can really hold you back. Here, we’ll list some of the common misconceptions about losing weight, and reveal the truth behind them. Image: Pixabay Desserts Are a No-Go Good news: you don’t have to starve yourself of desserts anymore! The truth is there’s room in your diet for any kind of food, even those that health-conscious people tend to avoid like the plague. As long as you’re keeping tabs on your caloric intake, you’ve got nothing to worry about. It may feel easier to quit sweet treats altogether, but depriving yourself of the desserts you love can actually up your chances of binge eating, and in turn, losing faith in yourself. Carbs are Fattening It’s true that if you’re insulin resistant, your body will

We all have certain personality traits that make us who we are. For a lot of people, one of their key traits is their love for helping others. If you see an old person struggling with their shopping, you feel inclined to offer assistance. If someone you know is upset, you’re always the first one to try and comfort them. No matter what, you seem drawn towards helping other people. Consequently, when looking for your dream career, you should think about jobs that involve helping others. If you’re struggling to think of the best careers like this, here are a few ideas: (pixabay: http://bit.ly/1I9wPlc ) Life Coach There’s a common misconception that being a life coach isn’t a proper job. This is largely due to TV and movies making fun of them and depicting life coaches as mysterious people. In reality, a life coach is there to help someone develop and move forwards in life. There’s a lot of human psychology involved in this job, it can be very complex and emotional. The good

We all dream of getting our own home when we are living with our parents. We may even plan what we would want it to look like. The reality, however, is that it may be a few years before you can afford a place of your own. Most people in their late teens move into halls of residence at university or flat-share or house-share with friends at first. You don’t have complete control of your home at this stage. You may be in your twenties before you eventually buy or rent a home on your own or with a partner. This is when the real fun starts! Image source The boring paperwork aspects of having your own home Owning a home comes with responsibilities. Obviously, you have to keep up the mortgage or rental payments or you could end up losing your home. It is best to keep all the paperwork relating to this in a big file ! You also need to arrange insurance for the contents of your home and the building as well if you own it. You can search out the best deals for your property. Don’t

Image Source Is your gut unhappy? Whether you’re suffering from the runs, constipation or painful cramps, a trip to the doctor is always recommended, especially if you’ve been suffering with a reoccurring problem or simply been suffering for a lengthy amount of time. Sadly not all digestive problems are easy to diagnose, however you may be able to restore order to your gut by making a few simple changes to your lifestyle. Here’s some helpful tips and tricks to digest and get your bowel movement back to normal.   Try medication There are plenty of over-the-counter meds worth trying including IBS probiotics and laxatives. Some may have side effects so it’s always worth reading the label first. By buying online you may also be able to read consumer reviews to judge the medication’s effectiveness. Various herbal remedies such as ginger root, fennel and many herbal teas are proven to be good for the bowel. Limit fat and up your fibre intake Fatty foods take more