Everyone knows that Ikea is a great budget friendly place to get furniture but how do you bring those pieces home and make them your own? Here is an article that shows you how to add personal touches to customize the furniture you find that can seem a little too 'cookie cutter' for your style. Full Article … [Read more...]
Your Garden is Waking! What Should You Be Doing?
It's only February but there are things that your garden needs you to do now. It may be a bit chilly for you to get out in the yard, but if you want the most productive garden this year make sure you check out this article on things in the garden that you need to get a head start on. Warming temperatures in the western U.S. are calling for delicious garden additions like artichokes, blackberries … [Read more...]
Productive Fidgeting? Four Strategies to Sharpen Your Focus
Most people find themselves having trouble keeping focused. But some find that being distracted is a consistent issue and can get in the way of productivity. Symptoms like inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsivity can get in the way of a focused and productive work day. These symptoms, in extreme cases, can also be linked to Adult ADHD. The key to success is learning to work with those … [Read more...]
17 DIY Valentines Day Decorations To Add A Touch Of Romance
It's always helpful when you find decorations for Valentines Day that will add a touch of romance to your home without over doing it. It's even better when it's DIY. Here are 17 DIY decorations to add a bit of Valentine flair to your home without making you feel like you're stuck in a heart shape confetti bag or your guests who don't necessarily like the holiday, uncomfortable. DIY Decorations … [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...]
It's All In The Details
It has always amazed me how a little detail here and there can change the outlook of your entire project. Sure it looks just fine without that final touch, but once you add that final detail it just makes the whole thing look finished and ...well, perfect. Here are some details you can add around your home that have been stolen straight from the dressmakers. Add ruffles, ribbon or a pleat to … [Read more...]
Video- Origami Heart Box
Video- Origami Heart Box A crafty little DIY Valentines Day package that is sure to give your sweet heart an extra surge of joy, knowing that you spent so much time and effort hand making them the packaging for their gift. There are quite a few steps, but all are fairly simple so you can complete this project in about 5-10 minutes. I can't wait to try this one on my own! … [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...]
Super Bowl Buffet- Keeping Control
As commercials have been showing us this season, Super Bowl isn’t just about the game, it’s about the food. But, it’s only February and you still have 11 months to go if you’re going to make your new YEAR resolution stick. If you eat a slice of pizza, six wings, chips and dip, a couple of beers and a dessert you can easily ingest 2,000 calories! Using a calorie calculator, I figure that’s a … [Read more...]
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