Equipping Your Children to Become Better Students

Posted on June 16, 2020 by Krissyar

Getting a good education is essential. Without decent grades, it will be far harder for your child to find an interesting job that pays well. Most parents realize this so do their best to support their children and equip them to do well at school, college, and university. Below, we share some of the best ways to do this.

Provide them with the right tools

There are numerous tools out there that can be used to make it easier for your children to study and produce good results. If you can afford to do so, provide them with their own PCs or laptops and load them up with the best software. Be sure to include a word processor, spreadsheet, grammar software, and access to a plagiarism checker like the one you can find here.

It is also worth investing in good virus and malware software. The last thing you want is for your child to suddenly find themselves without a laptop or PC to work on because their one has been hacked.

Encourage your children to plan out their work 

It is also a good idea to include some sort of planning or task manager package. The older they are the more important it is that they stay organized. 

You could opt for something simple like Google Calendar. Or introduce your children to a more sophisticated tool like Trello. Take a look at some of their education templates to see if you can find some that your children could potentially use.

When they are young, you can set things up so that you have access to their planner. This will enable you to periodically double-check that they are staying on track.

Create a study schedule they can stick to

In addition, once a week, sit down with each child and quickly go over their schedule. Encourage them to plan out large projects far enough ahead. This will also make it easier for you to plan family activities to avoid times when your children are under a lot of additional pressure. At the same time, you will be teaching your child how to maintain a good work-life balance. It is important that your child learns not to over commit and schedules time for relaxation as well as work.

Provide a distraction-free place to work

Do your best to provide each child with a quiet place to work. It could be a desk in their bedroom or under the stairs or just a comfortable chair with a table and lamp that has been set up in the corner of a room.

Don´t worry if you cannot do it all

As you can see there are lots of ways to equip your children to become better students, and what we have talked about here is just the tip of the iceberg. So, if time constraints, a lack of money or academic ability mean you cannot do all of them do not worry. Just focus on what you can do and do those things well.

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

How to Save Money During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Posted on June 8, 2020 by Krissyar

It’s safe to say that the coronavirus pandemic has turned life as we know it upside down. Whether we’re working from home or working on the front line, supporting loved ones and vulnerable neighbors all while keeping a safe distance. Face masks, gloves, queues into supermarkets and having the children away from school. 

At this stage, it’s difficult to say when things may go back to some kind of normality. However, despite our fear of catching the virus and the fact that normal life is topsy turvy, some things remain constant. Like paying our bills on time, paying our mortgages and trying to save as much money as we can. This website has information that can help you if you’re looking for a mortgage holiday extension. 

Saving money has never been more important. Especially if you’ve been furloughed or you’re currently waiting to hear when you can return to work. So, with this in mind, I’ve gathered some simple ways you can save money during the coronavirus pandemic. 

Check out what you’re saving on

If you’re not taking the kids to school, if you’re not commuting to work, or you’re shopping at cheaper supermarkets for convenience, or you’re staying in rather than eating out and having drinks with friends, then you may already be saving a bundle. Whether it’s on fuel, food, car maintenance or just spending more time at home, chances are you’ve saved some money since the outbreak started. Go through your budget and see where your spending has been reduced.

Do a smarter shop

As mentioned above you may already be saving money on groceries. But, you could go further. Always make a meal plan that is easy to stick to, so you’re shopping for specific items rather than throwing in anything you fancy. Opt for food and meals that freeze well or have long shelf lives. And before you shop, make sure you check your cupboards before you buy unnecessary duplicates! 

Resist the urge to takeaway

Some of your favorite takeaways might have resumed their delivery services, which is great, but not so great for your bank balance. Try not to undo all your hard saving by getting back into the takeaway habit! 

Cancel those subscriptions 

Discovered that you prefer working out at home? Cancel that gym membership for good. Finding more time to read than listen to your favorite books? Cancel your Audible subscription. Streaming services, magazines, food subscription boxes are all recurring expenses that you probably don’t need! Go through your account and get rid of them!

Sell those unwanted items

Old clothes, furniture, even your car! If you’re not using it, or you’ve realized that you can live without it, sell those items on for a profit! 

Have you saved any money during the pandemic? 

 

Posted in Money Matters | Leave a comment

How to Prevent Common Health Problems

Posted on June 8, 2020 by Krissyar

A person’s health and wellness is determined by many factors –– only some of which can be influenced by smart decision making. Indeed, the harsh reality is that many common health issues have nothing to do with behavior, but are instead connected to genetics or environmental factors. However, that doesn’t mean health-conscious individuals can’t take positive steps to protect their well-being. Rather, just the opposite is true. Here, we’ll share four beneficial tips that will help you live a healthier life free from common health concerns: 

Get Educated

The first step to becoming a healthier person is learning more about fitness and wellness best practices. It’s imperative for health-conscious individuals to understand how to diet and exercise in a responsible manner. What’s more, they should speak with their doctor about their family history and seek to identify any conditions they may be predisposed to develop in particular. Finally, it’s also a wise idea to stay up to date on the latest medical news. It’s possible that a person with a back injury could learn about a viable spinal fusion alternative just by reading the right medical journal. The takeaway: never stop learning about health and medicine. 

Take Consistent Action

Building a sensible diet and exercise routine is essential to long-term health. Unfortunately, in order to reap the benefits of a good fitness plan, individuals need to stick to it for months or years at a time. Prioritizing your health for a month or two every year isn’t going to help you lose weight, lower cholesterol, or prevent certain diseases. If you want to be a healthy person, you need to make a commitment to consistent action. 

Schedule Preventative Measures

If you feel sick, then you should go to the doctor. And if you don’t feel sick, you can stay home. Simple enough, right? Well, the truth is that you should still seek out medical advice on a semi-regular basis, even if you feel “fine.” Check-ups and preventive screenings allow doctors the opportunity to find and treat potentially asymptomatic conditions before they manifest in a detrimental way. For example, some STDs can lay dormant for months or years at a time. So get tested for any infections you could conceivably contract. 

Relax

Stress, anxiety, and mental anguish can take a physical toll on even the healthiest individuals. That’s one reason why relaxation is a key aspect of protecting overall health. Indeed, getting enough sleep and knowing how to unwind after difficult days will improve your mental health, while potentially boosting your immune system at the same time. There’s no need to irrationally worry about every health problem you may encounter. Just do what you can to be a healthy person and let everything else go. You’ll be better off if you do. 

Posted in Fitness/Health | Leave a comment

Keto Dirty Rice

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Krissyar

One of my favorite Asian favorites has always been rice – Though I’m able to order some of my favorites from our local Chinese restaurant, (they are great about leaving sauces off, or making it special) I always miss my rice! So this Keto Dirty Rice has been a LIFE CHANGER for me; it definitely helps with my cravings, and with the meat added it can be an entire meal!

The Keto Dirty Rice is also really good leftover as well. You can even freeze it if you want to! I will also sometimes make this without the meat, and then make my Keto Asian Chicken to go with it (absolutely delicious, and that recipe is coming soon!) or even with the copy cat Chick-fil-A chicken (thats super delish!)

INGREDIENTS NEEDED:

  • 3 tbsp bacon grease or olive oil 
  • 1 pound ground turkey or your ground meat of choice
  • 4 ribs celery diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced bell 
  • ½ of a small diced onion
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¾ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp oregano – dried
  • ¼ tsp  thyme- dried 
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1½ tsp salt  – divided
  • 1 tsp garlic powder – divided
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup water or chicken stock for added flavor
  • 12 oz frozen cauliflower rice
  • Sliced Green Onions

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Using a heavy bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon grease or oil and the ground meat.  Season with 1 tsp. salt, ¼ tsp. pepper and ½ tsp. garlic powder.

  2. After the meat is browned, reduce the heat to medium and add the onion, celery and bell pepper. Continue to cook for about 5 minutes until the veggies are tender and the onions are translucent. Add the minced garlic and the next four ingredients and cook for about another minute.

  3. Add the frozen cauliflower rice, chicken stock or water and season with the remaining ½ tsp. salt and ½ tsp. garlic powder. Combine thoroughly and use the liquid to loosen and deglaze the bottom of the pan. Continue to cook, stirring often, until the cauliflower rice is soft and there is no extra liquid left in the pan. Garnish with sliced green onion and serve!

Keto Dirty Rice

Print Recipe
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Chinese

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp bacon grease OR olive oil
  • 1 lb ground turkey or meat of your choice
  • 4 ribs celery diced
  • 1 whole diced red pepper
  • 1/2 small diced onion
  • 3 gloves garlic minced
  • 3/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp oregano dried
  • 1/4 tsp thyme dried
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt divided
  • 1 tsp garlic powder divided
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken stock
  • 12 oz frozen cauliflower rice
  • sliced green onions whatever you desire

Instructions
 

  • Using a heavy bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon grease or oil and the ground meat.  Season with 1 tsp. salt, ¼ tsp. pepper and ½ tsp. garlic powder.
  • After the meat is browned, reduce the heat to medium and add the onion, celery and bell pepper. Continue to cook for about 5 minutes until the veggies are tender and the onions are translucent. Add the minced garlic and the next four ingredients and cook for about another minute.
  • Add the frozen cauliflower rice, chicken stock or water and season with the remaining ½ tsp. salt and ½ tsp. garlic powder. Combine thoroughly and use the liquid to loosen and deglaze the bottom of the pan. Continue to cook, stirring often, until the cauliflower rice is soft and there is no extra liquid left in the pan. Garnish with sliced green onion and serve!
Keyword Keto, Keto Asian, Keto Dirty Rice

Posted in Keto Recipes, Recipes | Leave a comment

What Do Guys Think After Breaking Up With Their Girlfriends

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Krissyar

“He doesn’t care. Look at him. He’s so over it.”

This is what women probably think whenever they see their exes’ status updates on social media showing them hanging out with the bros. Well, girls, to say we don’t care at all is an overstatement. In fact, it’s false. Men feel things too. We’re just not too vocal about it (read more).

It’s not as if we can, right?

I’m not trying to make a one-size-fits-all statement here but the reason why most guys act so indifferent after a break up is that they’re trying to play it off cool. If women are stereotyped, so are men. The world always tells us that we’re the type who’s practical and “thinking.” We don’t let our emotions get the best of us and we are always in control.

Growing up being told that you need to be as hard and unfeeling as a rock really affects the way you grow up. It’s as if you internalize what is being said to you and accept it as a part of yourself, even when initially it wasn’t. So girls, if we do look like we don’t care, it’s probably us trying to act like we don’t care. Otherwise, people will be talking, you know.

But even if we do give you the cold shoulder, it doesn’t mean to say that we don’t value the time we spent together. At least this rings true for me. Now as for the other guys, I can only take a good guess at what’s running through their heads. Here are a couple of things guys most often think after breaking up with their partner:

“I Got To Play It Cool.”

Men want to act tough so much that it hurts. According to this link https://herway.net/relationship/why-do-guys-go-cold/, after the breakup, a guy might act cold towards you; maybe even pretend you don’t exist on the face of the earth. After all, he’s got to play it cool. Otherwise, what would all his “cool” friends say if they find out he’s so affected over some girl? If you see your ex walking around like he could care less about your existence, it’s not like he’s gotten over you instantly. He might just be compelled to act the part.

Then again, he may just be a shallow buffoon. But who knows?

“It Will Be For The Best If I Don’t Run Into Her.”

Some guys are a bit more sensitive though. So sensitive, in fact, that they’d try to avoid you as much as they can. But before you think about the worst reasons why they’re avoiding you, it’s probably because they just respect you and want to give you some space. How would you feel if you keep bumping into the same guy that broke up with you? Some guys really value their ex enough to give them some space post-breakup.

“I Should Probably Take A Break From Social Media”

Face it, girls. The first thing that you probably do is stalk your ex after you called it quits with them (or they called it quits on you). You probably check their social media channels for an update or two after the breakup. If your ex has fun with his friends just after breaking up with you, he’s a shallow cheater who never took your relationship seriously. If he’s very sensitive and emotional with his updates, he’s a wuss and pathetic for being sad.

This is why you can’t blame guys behavior after breakup all the time. Most guys are likely to think it’s better to keep off social media after breaking it off with their girlfriends. Or, they may just hide their posts from you and all your friends, specifically.

“Wait, Does Her Family Know Already?”

If things were really serious between you and your ex back when you were in a relationship, he’s also probably worried about what your family thinks of him now. After all, a guy can only imagine what you’ve been ranting about after you went your separate ways. Of course, that is not to say that you’re sure to say negative things about him to your friends and family but one can’t help but think about the possibility of it.

So if your ex is trying to cut off communication with any or all of your friends and family members, this may be the reason why.

“To Become Friends Or Not?”

Also, the thought of becoming friends post-breakup is something that goes through your ex’s mind. This is especially true if you were friends before you became lovers. I mean, who would want to ruin a good friendship just because you can’t reconcile your differences in a romantic relationship. The fact that you went steady for a while also means that you have a lot in common and that’s why you may be better off as platonic friends.

Or not. It may not happen right away but the possibility of becoming friends after you’ve both moved forward is still there.

Penny For Thoughts 

If the reason you’re reading this is that you’re still clinging into the small bit of hope that you and your ex can get back together, only time can tell. I have friends who have loved girls like crazy that even after they broke up, they’d still think about them. Still, just thinking about them doesn’t mean that they want to get back together. There are other factors involved and most times, feelings just aren’t enough to keep two people glued together.

If you’re holding out on that teeny-tiny bit of hope, all I can say is that it’s not impossible. Every relationship has a chance of being rekindled; some just have higher chances than others (read more). If the feelings were true, then the love is there. Now, it all depends on how things will play out.

But before you go trying to patch things up, ask yourself:

Is getting back together really what you want?

 

Posted in Relationships | Leave a comment