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Like most people in their late twenties do, I’ve done my fair share of soul searching as I was trying to make peace with becoming a fully functioning adult. One of the most difficult issues I had to overcome on my journey was realizing when to act and try to change things, even when the battle is simply not mine to fight. A few months ago, I had one particularly strong eye-opening experience that involved a person I was close with. She had so much negativity and bitterness, which turned all of my efforts to shine a different light on the matter to waste. The moment of clarity and a true wake-up call came when all of my intentions were twisted and turned into something completely opposite. That is when I realized that people see things as the reflection of who they are. No matter how hard you try to help them, it is futile until they become willing to take a chance on changing perspective. Don’t get me wrong. Being persistent and working hard towards achieving our goals and changing

The holidays are literally right around the corner, and if you’re like many you’re probably searching the web or the stores for the perfect gift. The best one can receive is one that can be used daily or help benefit ones life in one way or another. If you’re like many, you have someone on your list that’s a frequent traveler or jetsetter. As a traveler, the best gift is the gift that can be useful and make your travels a bit seamless or fun! If you’re still searching for that perfect gift, we narrowed down 8 last minute gifts for the traveler. Wrap-A-Nap  ($24.99). Meet your new favorite travel pillow whether you’re traveling on a plane, train or even in the car. This ultra soft travel pillow also works as a sleep mask and earmuff too – offering instant luxury, made of the plushest minky fleece on the market, and filled with high-end synthetic down stuffing – the same fill used in five-star hotel pillows. Wrap-A-Nap is available on their official website or via Amazon.     Car

Social butterflies are scientifically more likely to live healthier and happier lives.  This statement is supported by a Harvard study that lasted 75-years (1938-2013) led by a well-known psychiatrist named Robert Waldinger.  The implication is that isolation, staying to oneself on a regular basis, can actually make you sick. Happiness is an ever-elusive goal for many people.  It is also one of our major pursuits as humans.  Countless movies, books and visual images reflect our tendency as humans to chase a sense of happiness. However, factors such as economics, transportation, social support and outlook on life are just a few criteria that can affect a person’s health and happiness.  Other considerations include diet, sleep schedule and mental health.  The Waldinger study, however, sought to prove that happiness was more easily achieved through relationships.   And although happiness is a subjective term open to interpretation by each individual, it is safe to assume a positive lif

A bathroom vanity, whether in a powder room or master bathroom, provides a unique opportunity to show a little personality. From sleek, modern bathrooms to spaces that are traditional and tailored, adding fashion and flair helps bring bathroom spaces to life and create a warm and cozy ambiance. Here are our top five ways to add a little luxe to the lavatory. 1. Accent Wall   If your bathroom boasts a mostly neutral design with a white vanity, consider adding an accent wall behind your vanity and mirror setup to create visual interest. Oftentimes bathrooms that are mostly white or another clean color look too one-dimensional, creating a flat or antiseptic design. Go glam with mirrored tiles or more spa-like with glass mosaic tiles in shades of blue and green. An accent wall featuring a fun tile display or bright paint color adds extra dimension and flair, anchoring the bathroom’s overall design. Another of our favorite ways to create a subtle accent wall is with beadboard. It’s a g

In a content-driven marketing landscape, it is virtually impossible to improve rankings without producing high-quality content in a consistent manner. Customers expect a continuous flow of relevant and useful information on your sites and are likely to visit only those that offer value to their lives. Most companies understand the impact but often fail to deliver the expectation, missing valuable opportunities to attract new clients. They lack sufficient time, funds and personnel to curate new content on a regular basis. In its natural form, content curation entails a process of gathering, organizing and presenting useful information to a given point of interest. Content curators combine their content with what is readily available on the internet to give a fresh version of an issue, which helps the readers. With limited capacity and experience in the field, you would rather seek help from content management specialists such as Willian Holeksa of Internetum to thrive in the highly c

Every photographer strives to take that perfect shot. While a natural eye, great timing, and a high-end camera will get you close, the truth is that creating perfection is only possible with software that enhances the raw material. HDR software is designed to help visual artists capture the true depth of imagery, and present it to their audience. But as with any software, each one offers a different set of benefits. If you’re looking for the best suite, try packages with a trial period, or talk to colleagues about what they recommend. Editing is a personal, expressive process, so take your time. So, what is the best HDR software for Mac? 1. Aurora HDR This Mac-only suite is as close to perfection as possible. Billed as a one-stop shop for editors, Aurora HDR offers users the perfect balance of simplicity and power. The interface is simple and easy to use, with a range of presets that can be reset at the touch of a single button. The ability to create natural and hyper-real im