Are party games good fun or an activity best avoided? Whichever side of the fence you are on, take a look at these 'structured activities' that are sure to keep guests comfortable while giving you the conversational and mingling result you are looking for. If you're planning a structured group activity, let your guests know beforehand. Some folks might not feel like joining in but don't want … [Read more...]
22 Chores Your Toddler Can Do
Being a parent is probably one of the most fulfilling jobs out there, but it's also the toughest. You're all of a sudden completely in charge of this whole person. Their well being, their education, their behavior. Everything is depending on what you do with them. It's hard to balance the house and play time, and nap time and education of a toddler with only so many hours in the day. I love … [Read more...]
Rewire Your Brain For Positive Thinking
For some it can seem like a daunting task trying to over come the negative to live life in a more positive way. The reason for this is because our brains are actually wired to scan for the negative, the threats that come with daily living. Some may say that this goes back to the days when we had to hunt and gather for our food. This is a self-protective characteristic. Either way you look at … [Read more...]
Burn Calories While Remodeling
You always get a little boost of happy when you revamp your home but did you know you're also working your muscles, getting some cardio and burning calories? Check out this list of 15 remodeling "exercises" that will remodel your physique too. … [Read more...]
Following Your Dreams: 6 Reasons You're Not As Happy As You'd Like To Be
We were never promised that this life was going to be easy, but does everything we do have to be so hard? If you feel like you keep hitting obstacle after obstacle and can’t seem to shake the blues, you’re not alone. Things don’t always have to be so difficult but how do you keep yourself from hitting those brick walls? Here are some reasons things could be out of control, and more importantly, … [Read more...]
The Truth About Post Workout Shakes
You've heard before that drinking a protein shake an hour or so after you work out can help you fuel muscle growth but Men's Health Magazine says Some experts say that you should consume protein 20 minutes post-exercise, while others claim it’s an hour. The reality: You’ve got longer. Studies show muscles’ elevated sensitivity to protein lasts at least 24 hours, says Aragon. In fact, one 2012 … [Read more...]
Improve Your Mood and Reduce Stress
Cognitive restructuring is a core part of CBT or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT is one of the most effective psychological treatments for common problems such as depression, anxiety and binge eating. Here are some CBT techniques you can try at home to help you reduce your issues with these problems you face on a regular basis. Practice noticing when you’re having a cognitive … [Read more...]
How To- Weighted Pushups
How To- Weighted Pushups Video Maybe you didn't make it over here to the Tub Connection blog to see my amazing advice about the Super Bowl Buffet and you're regretting just how much you consumed during the day. Now it's time to work off those extra calories before your diet completely goes out the window. So how do you do this? Check out this video on how do do weighted pushups- without the … [Read more...]
It's O.K. To Fail
In this day of "everyone's a winner" and "participation trophies" your first real big failure can take it's toll, especially when it comes later in life. But research shows that it's actually better for you if you have to overcome the obstacles that come with screwing up. So go easy on yourself. Try new things without fear. Shoot for the moon. Give yourself permission to fail. How do you get … [Read more...]
Food Poisoning: What Food Made You Sick?
Though research still won't pin-point the exact foods that will cause your stomach to turn, they have started identifying what types of food cause which symptoms as well as tips to keep you from getting it in the first place. Check out the full article HERE … [Read more...]
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