Self Improvement Site
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
Articles from Hannah Whittenly | Selfgrowth.com
- Five Careers in Medicine You Shouldn't Miss - by Submitted on May 03, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyThe field of medicine is rapidly changing, and there are new jobs being created every day. Positions that have never before existed are now possible because of new technological advancements. These positions require advanced training and degrees, but provide the option to work with the latest ...
Views: 940 - Learning a Second Language? Top Tips for Increasing Your Listening Skills - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyExcellent listening skills are required when attempting to learn a new language. Whether you’re trying to become fluent in English, Spanish or another language, there are many effective ways to absorb information by simply listening. These four tips can help you sharpen your listening ...
Views: 940 - Take Control of the Board: How Chess Will Make You Smarter - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2019 from Hannah WhittenlyChess is an outstanding game that tests your mental abilities and can improve them over time. Many experienced chess players exhibit highly developed mental abilities and often earn high scores on intelligence assessments. Some suggest that skilled chess players became smart by playing the game. ...
Views: 936 - Does Your Home Constantly Feel Humid? 4 Steps to Relieve the Issue - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyIn addition to being uncomfortable, high indoor humidity is also a health hazard. Extra moisture in the air can exacerbate a wide variety of respiratory issues ranging from asthma to COPD. Here is a look at a few simple projects that will lower the humidity levels inside your home and improve ...
Views: 933 - Are You a Cyclist? If You’re Ever Hit by a Car, Take These 4 Steps Pronto! - by Submitted on May 23, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyMore than 18,000 cyclists are killed or seriously injured each year in a biking accident. Approximately 16,200 of them were over the age of 18. There were approximately 14,500 of them were male. The most dangerous hours to ride are between 8 AM and 9 AM and between 3 PM and 6 PM. If you are a ...
Views: 930 - How to Remain Calm and Think Clearly During Your Divorce - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyDivorce is a painful and devastating event for many couples. It can be a crucial turning point in the lives of all members of the family including the couple as well as the children of the relationship. A divorce will affect many aspects of daily life because of the extreme emotional as well as ...
Views: 930 - Paleo Creations: 4 of the Best Diet Foods You Have to Try - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyThe paleo diet has caught on like wildfire and is quickly becoming the talk amongst health enthusiasts. Some people who stay away from dieting, though, may be skeptical about it. However, they would probably fall in love with these four recipes and not even realize that they were ...
Views: 929 - The New Hygiene Argument: Is Flossing Actually Necessary - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyLearning to brush your teeth as a young child always came with the admonition to also floss if you wanted to avoid cavities and gum disease. However, there has been some mixed interpretation of overall weak scientific data about the benefits of flossing. If a claim is made of a health benefit ...
Views: 928 - Don’t Choose a Business Location Until You’ve Considered These 4 Things - by Submitted on May 11, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyDeciding where to base your business will have an impact on how you function. There are accessibility and security concerns that need to be taken into account. Here are some of the things that need to play a factor in where you decide to setup shop. Cost of Doing Business Some regions of the ...
Views: 925 - New to Working in Construction? How to Avoid These 4 Risks - by Submitted on May 15, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyConstruction can be a risky business if you don’t know what you’re doing. There are safety concerns as well as financial ones that will need to be examined. Here are some of the ways that you can avoid risk if you’re new to the construction business. Invest in Safety ...
Views: 922 - Ten Signs It's Time to Consider a New Career - by Submitted on May 27, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyMaybe in the beginning, it made you happy. Maybe you waited a really long time for it, or maybe it was your dream. Well, if it doesn't make you happy anymore, if that dream has become a nightmare, maybe it's time to leave your job. How can you be sure though? The following are ten signs that it ...
Views: 920 - Common Myths About Grieving--And How to Overcome These - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyGrief is a terribly unfortunate feeling, but it's one that virtually all people encounter at some point in their lives. Along with the grief come some common platitudes meant to comfort the bereaved. Falling victim to common myths about grief often actually prevents people from fully healing and ...
Views: 919 - How to Minimize Your Family’s Expenses to Avoid Credit Card Debt - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyWith a huge number of households struggling with credit card debt, one of the best things you can do for your financial life these days is to avoid becoming indebted to your credit card company. Staying out of debt will mean making some sacrifices, but it will also help you achieve financial ...
Views: 918 - What Are the Consequences of Having a Low Credit Score? - by Submitted on May 22, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyIn some respects, your credit score is like your financial calling card. It tells potential employers, landlords, and others a great deal about you. If your credit score is high, life just seems to go easier for you. If your score is low, the opposite is true. The trouble is that many people ...
Views: 918 - Business Direction: 3 Ways Even the Oldest Industries Keep up to Date - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyHave you ever stopped to ask yourself the difference between a business who can't seem to get out of survival mode and the confident entrepreneurs who lead growing enterprises? It's a question any aspiring business person should be asking themselves. It all boils down to marketing. In business, ...
Views: 913 - 4 Signs Your Doctor Has Really Hurt You Instead of Helped You - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyWe want to put as much faith as possible in our doctors. A great doctor puts all their medical knowledge to work for all patients. However, doctors are humans and mistakes happen. These mistakes aren’t necessarily out of maliciousness. Yet, they can have long-term consequences. To help you ...
Views: 909 - Have a Wine Lover in the Family? Top Tips for the Perfect Birthday Gift - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyYou want to buy a gift for the wine lover in your life, right? The gift must be useful. Practical. Yet, they should absolutely love it as well! It should be something that they’ll proudly show off at the next dinner party that they host or want to use it on a regular basis. Before you buy ...
Views: 909 - How to Best Help a Family Member with Parkinson's - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyParkinson's is a progressive disease that damages one's brain and nervous system. As this condition progresses, many patients are going to require quite of bit of help from family, friends, and professional caregivers. Here are some steps you can start taking today so that you can meet these ...
Views: 908 - Tooth Erosion: How It Happens & What to Do to Keep It At Bay - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyDental erosion is the gradual loss of tooth enamel. Erosion usually appears as pits in the enamel or worn-down biting edges. When tooth enamel wears away dentine, the living tissue beneath it, is exposed. This can lead to pain and sensitivity to hot or cold, as well as greater risk of tooth ...
Views: 908 - Landscaping 101: 4 DIY Projects to Spruce Up Your Yard - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlySprucing up your landscaping is going to increase the value of your property and make your home a little more eye-catching. Unlike most indoor renovations, improving your yard can often be done without contractors and other specialists. As long as you have some basic equipment and a few hours to ...
Views: 905 - Why You Should Have An Emergency Fund - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyIf you want to have a strong financial position in your personal life, you should have an emergency fund. Here are some of the top reasons to keep that rainy day fund close at hand. Debt Protection If you have ever been in debt and gotten out of it, then you know the frustration that you ...
Views: 902 - 5 Lifestyle Changes You Must Make for Your Heart Health - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyIf you don't give your heart the attention it needs, you will put yourself at higher risk of heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, appearing in many forms. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to keep your heart healthy and ...
Views: 900 - How to Save the Earth from Your Toilet-Flushing Habits - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyGrowing up, many of our parents kept lecturing us to turn off the water when we weren’t using it. We thought that their concern was all about the money that was being wasted by keeping the water running and maybe it was. However, what we didn’t realize back then was that it was the earth’s water ...
Views: 898 - Putting Mental Health First: What Stress Does to You & How to Fix It - by Submitted on May 01, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyWhen stress levels are high in the body, your mental state is affected along with the physical aspects of the body. There will be mood swings and feelings of not being able to accomplish tasks during the day. You might have headaches that come on a frequent basis. Energy levels are often low, ...
Views: 898 - Seven Tips for Fostering the Role of Fatherhood - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2014 from Hannah WhittenlyA father figure provides a tremendous boost to the development of children. Recently, social research has been showing just how much kids need their dads. Children with active fathers learn to read faster, demonstrate more empathy, are less likely to take illegal drugs and are more likely to ...
Views: 896 - Building Character: 4 Life Skills Every Kid Should Learn - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyParents love their children—that's a given. As a result, many parents want to do as much for their children as possible. Unfortunately, this means that as kids grow up, they don’t always have the basic life skills that they need to survive in the real world. Every child should learn these four ...
Views: 890 - Top Home Renovation Ideas for Families with Young Children - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyIf you have young children, it is important that they grow up in a safe home. In some cases, the home will already be built to account for their needs. However, if it is not, you can renovate it to better suit your needs. You may also be able to create a home that has a higher market value at ...
Views: 887(1 vote) - 7 Reasons You Aren’t Getting the Sleep You Need - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2019 from Hannah WhittenlyYou might remember the nights where you fall asleep instantly and wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day. A quality night of sleep can do a lot to improve your mental and physical health. A third of your life is spent sleeping, so it’s essential to understand what could be ...
Views: 886(1 vote) - How to Minimize Security Risks When Employees Leave Your Company - by Submitted on May 24, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyLosing an employee is never going to be easy, but there are some steps that you can take to mitigate your risks before they step out of your business for the last time. Even if an employee is leaving on good terms, a single mistake or oversight could result in theft, vandalism, or data loss. ...
Views: 886 - If You’re Ever Arrested, Here Are 4 Things to Know Before Posting Bail - by Submitted on May 14, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyThe judge is the person who will determine the amount of bail that is required. There are a variety of factors that play a part in this decision. Here are some of the things that you should know about the bail process. Risk Plays a Factor The degree of flight risk that you present plays a part ...
Views: 876 - What You Didn't Know You Didn't Know About Inventory Management - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyManaging inventory is extremely difficult for large companies with complex and tested systems, much less a smaller company that is just getting started. You might set up a program to keep track of the hundreds of pallets that go in and out of your business every day, but you are often not the ...
Views: 875 - The Best Senior Wellness Strategies for Maximum Health and Longevity - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyIt’s important for seniors to do everything they can to take care of themselves and stay healthy. If you’re a senior, there are some simple lifestyle habits that you can easily incorporated into your daily routine which will help you lead a long and healthy life. Here are some of the best senior ...
Views: 874 - Bad Credit: What That Means for You & How to Get the Money You Need - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyBusinesses use your credit score to determine whether or not they want to loan you money and what rates you’ll pay on the money you’re loaned. While each company has its own set of standards that define “good” and “bad” credit, a general rule of thumb is that a score over 800 is excellent credit ...
Views: 870 - First-Time Buyer? How to Find the Right Home Insurance Policy for You - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyBuying your first home is an important step towards independence. It's a way to start your own family and begin traditions of your own. Your home is likely the largest investment that you'll make, so it's important that it's protected with a home insurance policy. There are some tips to follow ...
Views: 869 - 4 Ways Businesses Can Raise Employee Morale - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyWhen employees are happy, they tend to be more productive. Furthermore, a happy employee is less likely to want to find another job, which means that the organization sees less turnover. If your people seem unhappy or bored at work, there are steps that you can take to increase their ...
Views: 865 - 5 Tips For Staying Healthy, Even Into Your Older Years - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyWith each passing year, the aging population feels the strain that growing older brings. While some members of the elderly population will age gracefully, others will be riddled with pain, illness and a laundry list of medications. For those who do not want to spend their golden years hobbling ...
Views: 859 - 5 Ways Technology Has Changed How We Construct Buildings - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyBuildings are changing. The ongoing computer revolution has made deep impacts on the construction sector for decades. These changes, more subtle at first, are reaching a phase of dramatic new growth. New construction technologies emerge almost daily, and some of the biggest changes yet are now ...
Views: 853 - Is Business Slow? How to Help Your Business Grow & Profit - by Submitted on May 30, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyIn business, whenever you aren't growing, you're actively falling behind. Businesses that can grow year after year will consistently be able to reach new heights and keep up with modern trends, while those that don't will continue to struggle. Here are four tips for business owners who want to ...
Views: 847 - Fashion Momma 101: 4 Tips to Help Style Your Child's Outfits - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyThere is nothing wrong with wanting your child to be stylish. In fact, Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' child, Suri, was crowned the most stylish child in Hollywood. You can do the same for your child. The following are four easy tips to help style your kid's outfit. Accessories Matter It is ...
Views: 845 - How to Improve the Customer Experience Both Inside Your Business & Online - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyThe experience your customers have with your business in a brick and mortar setting as well as online can dramatically affect how they perceive your company. This can also affect their loyalty to your brand, your ability to generate referral business, how effective your marketing is and more. ...
Views: 845 - Five Aspects of Your Life That Improve When You Eat Right - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyWhether you are trying to lose weight or be a better example for your children, eating healthy is going to provide you with a wide range of benefits. While you may know a few of the most common side effects of healthy eating habits, here are a few benefits that may be enough to have you put down ...
Views: 843 - Five Techniques for Dealing With Traumatic Stress - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2014 from Hannah WhittenlyNatural disasters, combat and other situations where there is a need for a heightened flight-or-fight response can have far-reaching effects, the most prominent of which tends to be long-lasting traumatic stress. The effects of traumatic stress can make everyday functions difficult. You may ...
Views: 838 - Getting Hitched? How to Throw an Outdoor Wedding Your Guests Will Love - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyStep away from the traditional wedding, holding your ceremony outdoors. The natural lighting provides for better pictures, and there is more space to use instead of worrying about how large the venue is and how many people will be able to comfortably attend your wedding. Here are a few tips for ...
Views: 837 - Fine Dining: Amazing Gourmet Recipes You Can Try At Home - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyThough it might sound time-consuming and tedious, making delicious gourmet food at home is possible. Because the internet has connected us more globally, we have been able to import the necessary spices and foods to ensure certain recipes are made correctly. Thus, if you know where to look, you ...
Views: 833 - The Five Biggest Changes You Can Make For a Longer, Healthier Life - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2014 from Hannah WhittenlyThere is a lot of advice out there as to how to be healthy and live a longer life. Much of the information you find will even contradict other advice. Everyone seems to think they have found the perfect way to live a healthy life. The truth is that what works for them might not necessarily work ...
Views: 833 - Mini-Vacay: How to Fit a Vacation in One Day - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyYou've got a predicament: your vacation time is limited, but you need a get-away. What can you do? You might feel your options are nil, but in reality, one-day vacations can be just as relaxing as a week-long getaway. Use the weekend for some much-needed leisure time, or take a day off during a ...
Views: 830 - Meditation Techniques for Overcoming Self-Destructive Habits - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyWe all have at least one bad habit we’d like to break. These habits can range from simple nail-biting to more serious issues like alcohol abuse or pornography addiction. As these more destructive habits interferes in your daily lives, the more important it becomes to find a way to break free of ...
Views: 829 - What to Do When Your Insurance Doesn’t Cover the Care Your Doctor Recommends - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyIf you discover that your doctor does not cover the cost of medical care that your doctor thinks that you need, then do not despair. There are steps that you can take to try to change their minds. Here are four ideas to get the care that your doctor recommends. Appeal the Decision Your ...
Views: 827 - A 4-Step Guide to Dealing with the Aftermath of a Catastrophic Storm - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2018 from Hannah WhittenlyIf your property has been hit by a tornado or hailstorm, then you need to act quickly to make sure that no further damage occurs. After all, you never know when another storm may happen. Here are four ideas that you may want to consider in the aftermath of a catastrophic storm. Assess ...
Views: 824 - The Tie Between Solid Self-Defense and Increased Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2019 from Hannah WhittenlyIf you’re like most people, self-defense training sounds interesting. However, you just never get around to actually participating in it. Here are four reasons you really should finally schedule that self-defense class today. More News Reports of Violence It’s not a shock to anyone that has ...
Views: 818