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Published on Leave a comment on Tips On Balancing Real Life And Technology – We All Need This Aye? Especially Kids!

Take Care with PC and IPad Use

Sometimes Tech-Life can impose Artificial Values in Life when it comes to Lifestyle. Don't find yourself missing out on LIFE.....Hey? TV is noted for that. The Net involves your participation, so the addiction can be even more powerful to the point of crippling.

This Link will take you to a Website whose motto is to

"WATCH LESS - LIVE MORE'

The use of IPads can be very addictive....sometimes even more than a Computer or Laptop. Misuse or Overuse of one of the above mentioned can end up stressing you or your family out when you find yourself addicted:

You can't stay away from it - you find yourself unable to moderate the use of it.

They interest you more than other things.

You find yourself restless when they are not in use.

You begin to lose interest in other activities.

Previous interests become boring or you loose motivation.

Your way of thinking starts to change because you are used to Tech-Mode.

You often spend much more time online than intended.

You make yourself promises only to break them.

You find it difficult to engage in other things - but you must.…

Published on Leave a comment on Janets Simple Philosophies – See If Some Of These Are Right For You

By Janet Vargas - Owner Of This Website

Sometimes the inspirations I write are referred to as philosophies by people who appreciate them as a way of life, so this page is named accordingly.

Hope you Enjoy!

## Be kind to the living....now is the time to be giving.

## Try to be kind to people and treat them with respect. It means so much to someone whose thoughts you do not know.

## When you aspire to something, be willing to work at or plan for it. Be patient in the process and kind with yourself. Don't try to skip the process, that usually ends in frustration.

## To accomplish things, take a step at a time. It's better to take sure steps than quantum leaps. This will work better for you.

## Surround yourself with some people who will lift you higher. And aim at lifting others higher - even if it's simply cheering them up.

## Live to add cheer to someone's day and God will take care of you. To live for others, not just ourselves is something we must do.

## Surround yourself with those who inspire or bring out the best in you rather than deplete you or stifle you.…

Published on Leave a comment on Winning against Procrastination – Reasons For That – 4 Options To Try!

By Janet Vargas - Owner Of This Website - 2018

Did you know that about 90% of us procrastinate in some way/ways? Yes it’s true, so don’t feel alone anymore. Busy people, sad or confused, stressed and anxious, over-committed….not just lazy people. Your health may not be the best, you may lack motivation for some reason, maybe you have an overcrowded lifestyle?

"Can I Beat It?" Yes You Can!

But you want to get somewhere, that’s why you’re reading this Page. You are to be commended for that because in some way, you don’t want to settle for the status quo.

I’m happily single and I can live on air when making or editing websites. I have six of them and they keep me busy. When I’m working by inspiration or a task is at hand, I can go for hours without a meal and not miss food until I take it too far – my stomach will say “feed me”....I know better as a researcher. Things can mount up, waiting for me to do them, sometimes for days. I’m a spontaneous person and have decided to take on some organizational skills.…

Published on Leave a comment on Butterfly Boom Takes Flight In North Queensland Under Perfect Weather Conditions

From TheNewDaily.Com.Au May 3, 2021

Everyone Loves Butterflies, hey?

A kaleidoscope of colour has enveloped parts of north Queensland as the region revels in a butterfly boom. The explosion in numbers has caught the eye of scientists encouraged by the increase.

It flies in the face of fears in recent years that the iconic Ulysses butterfly may be dying out.

The Joy Of Finding Butterflies In My Garden

Thankyou he caught my eye this morning, I must say last week or so I'm definitely getting more butterflies in the garden, which is nice.

“One of the species we are seeing a large increase in numbers is the Ulysses,” said James Cook University senior botanist at the Queensland Herbarium, Ashley Field.

“A couple of years ago people were starting to become concerned that their numbers were down but their numbers are definitely up.”

The Cassowary Coast, Cairns, and the Tablelands are teeming with the beautiful insects with prime weather conditions behind the boom.

Dr Field said consecutive years with reasonable wet seasons had created an ideal environment for butterfly-attracting plants to thrive.

“It’s a Goldilocks effect. It’s the middle ground,” he said.…

Published on Leave a comment on A Mobile Company That Plants Thousands Of Trees Each Month – Did You Know?

THIS IS A GREAT STORY I FOUND TODAY ON GUARDIAN.COM. THEY PLANT ONE TREE PER CUSTOMER EACH FULL MONTH - THAT'S 12 TREES PER YEAR IN YOUR NAME (so to speak) FOR THE LIFETIME OF YOUR SERVICE WITH THEM (no lock in contracts). PRETTY GREAT FOR A TELCO COMPANY AYE? THEIR NAME IS FELIX. I DID NOT KNOW ABOUT THIS BEFORE, SO I'M PASSING ON THIS EXCITING NEWS.

I ALSO KNOW A WEB BROWSER COMPANY WHO DO SOMETHING VERY SIMILAR (internationally) I WILL WRITE ABOUT SOON. WE NEED A LOT MORE TREES IN OUR COUNTRY AND HAVE FOR SOMETIME. LET'S HEAR FELIX STORY.

Being sustainable is a choice, and it’s one that every brand should be making. Every day, we’re flooded with ideas about how to be more sustainable. We know to turn off the lights, unplug appliances at the wall and reuse our shopping bags. But what about the brands we support? What are they doing to amplify our good choices?

There’s a shift away from letting individuals take responsibility for climate change. More of us than ever are aware of the impact of fossil fuels, unethical behaviour and damaging supply chains.…

Published on Leave a comment on Grander Revitalising Board To Energise Water and Wine, Fruit and Veggies

I've had one of these for 10 - 12 years to restructure Water - making it soft and light and smooth, when placing a glass or jug or bottle of water on it for 30-40mins. A nifty little invention by a Joann Grander, a Naturalist in Hungary. Europeans have a real love and appreciation for Nature and Natural. Now there is a bigger board to place my Fruit and Veggies on for 30 mins before preparing meals.

It seems to have a Beneficial IONS affect on them that makes a difference to the taste of them and the quality of a glass or canter of wine placed on it (just like the water). I'm so delighted with the Revitalising Board, I'm about to have a Grander Home System laid on to the mains, so I can bath in this water, place some in the birdbath and water my plants with it - being a good accompaniment to organic fertilisers. I've just been sharing about these things with a friend who asked me "what I'm up to"........ she loved hearing all about it and it occurred to me, I really should let my Readers know also.…

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Published on 2 Comments on When Family Members And Friends Offend By Imposing Their Problems On You Repeatedly…

By Janet Vargas - Owner Of This Website

Especially the same problem "over and over" some people are heavy weights at that and there seems no way of escaping them. Ever felt weighed down like that "time after time" in addition to whatever your concerns may be?

Hi Friends, I’ve experienced a lot of this kind of thing for some years and may be able to help you.

When they keep making poor decisions and are disgruntled with life, we should not have to bear punishment for that when they don’t like the consequences. We really should not, that’s very unfair. If it is a family member at fault for that kind of behaviour, I believe that’s a form of abuse. If it is a friend at fault, that is a form of abuse also that does not know boundaries and they will have to learn better – if they don’t respect your boundaries.

They are boundary violators and should be dealt with accordingly. If they don’t learn their lesson, opt for better friends because that is no friendship – they violate the very principles Friendship is founded on. Friendship must be built on good principles, there aren’t a lot of them but they must be respected to Enjoy any Friendship.…

Published on Leave a comment on Imagine Cosy Breathable Hypersoft Sock Shoes – Yes Now We Can Buy These!

I JUST FOUND THESE ONLINE AND ORDERING A PAIR TODAY. CANNOT WAIT TO TRY THESE - I HAVE FASCIITIS FROM 10 HRS SPRING CLEANING. IMAGINE THIS, THEY HAVE ORTHOTIC TYPE SOLES, COSY INSTEP AND A DURABLE SOCK-TYPE TOP. HAD TO LET YOU KNOW BEFORE I ORDER MINE. A GOOD PRICE TOO. READ THEIR INFO!

Stronger Than A Hiking Boot. Softer Than A Slipper.

Hypersoft: Orthotic Support Cushy Comfort

Some shoes protect your feet. Other shoes pamper them. Only one does both! Meet the all-new Hypersoft Sneakers. Made especially for women's feet with a patended three-way Orthotic Arch Support System that makes every step comfortable and powerful.

  •  Protect and Pamper. Made for women's feet, with a moulded rubber outsole with soft heel air-cushion distributes pressure for softer, pain-free walking.
  •  Lace-Free. The soft, weave-knit fabric wraps around your foot without needing laces.
  •  Light and Easy. Rely on the durable, air-cushioned outsole with premium non-slip rubber for all-day walking.
  •  Animal Friendly. Sustainably produced using only vegan materials, no animal products are ever used in our shoes.
  •  Available sizes: 3-11 (Australian women's sizes)
Snug Fit Hypersoft Shoes Size Chart

Silky soft, breezy walking.

  • Experience indulgent comfort, a cheeky height boost, and stable bounce on from heel to toe.
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Published on Leave a comment on Chemical Detergents, Dish Soaps, and Depression.

How Cleaning Products Are Messing With Your Mental Health

Interview with Marilee Nelson from Branch Basics

When it comes to our mental and physical health, we often focus on what we should eat, how much we should exercise, and how much we should meditate –  and forget to take a good look at where we spend most of our time: our homes.

Be Kind To Yourself - Nasty Chemicals In Many Cleaning Products Are Worse Than You Think.

In this week’s blog and podcast, I speak with Marilee Nelson, founder of Branch Basics, about how the hidden toxins in our home can affect our mental and physical wellbeing, how to keep our living spaces free of toxic chemicals and products, how to protect our brains and bodies outside of the home and more!

As Marilee points out, products with harmful chemicals like pesticides and artificial fragrances in our homes can harm our health. Even small amounts can affect us, including many of the ingredients in supposedly non-toxic products! There is little regulation regarding cleaning supplies, and many do not even have a full ingredient list. We do not even understand how many of these chemicals affect our health over the short and long term (Marilee describes the impact of these chemicals in detail on the Branch Basics YouTube channel, if you are interested in learning more).   …

Published on Leave a comment on How to Know When And How to Say NO

By Dr. Caroline Leaf And Dr. Henry Cloud
Neuroscientist And Psychologist

It's Alright To Say "NO..."
You Don't Have To Do Everything.

We all know that community is important for mental health, but what happens when people demand too much from us? How do we know when and how to say no before we feel drained and burnout? 

As I discuss in this week’s podcast with Dr. Henry Cloud, acclaimed leadership expert, bestselling author and psychologist, boundaries are as important as community when it comes to our mental health. It is not selfish to say no or give ourselves a break. 

We all need space, or what Dr. Cloud calls “property lines”, in our relationships. These lines set healthy limits in a friendship, and make sure people don’t throw their “trash” into your yard (figuratively speaking) or try control what you do and how you live. These are not walls: they are permeable. Ideally, we open our boundaries to let in good relationships, but we close them to keep out to threats and danger.

But, you may ask, what can you do when you feel obligated to say “yes” all the time and let people in all the time?…