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What the future hold?

    Hmmm..... what is my next plan for next year? Or maybe 5 years? Or even 10 years later from now?. Hey mates, guess what? You are not alone. Thinking about the future has to be built from now. Some people already have future thinking and plan what to do next but on the other hand, there are a lot of people who don't have a future plan. So we may say the future is full of mystery. Start it now or it will be late later. However, there are several things we could do to make ourselves think about the future.       Forget about predictions. If we have somebody who could predict the future, don't try to believe them. Nobody could predict the massive world we have and what exactly these are going to look like. If somebody predicts the future, it means they focus on one particular event or point.    Motivate us to achieve our goals but in addition, if we do it right. The research has found that positive thinking about our future can backfire. Be professional, don't let your mind

Food for Pandemic

    In 2020, the world is at war by a Covid-19 (Coronavirus 2019) pandemic that can lead to self-quarantine. People are living during difficult times because of the pandemic. Those challenges can affect people both physically and emotionally. However, it is mandatory to maintain good nutritional status to fight against viruses. Optimal nutrition and dietary nutrient intake impact the immune system. So, what sort of healthy food can improve our immune system?   Eat fruits daily such as guava, apple, banana, grapefruit, orange, or strawberry with a serving size of two cups (4 servings). Vitamin C tends to make a strong immune system. The daily recommended dietary allowance for vitamin C is 90 mg/day for men and 75 mg/day for women. Not only fruits, eat fresh vegetables such as broccoli, legumes, or green bell peppers with a serving size of 2.5 cups (5 servings) is also a vitamin C source.   During a pandemic, we could eat whole grains and nuts, 180 g of grains (unprocessed maize, oats, w

Prevent Suicide

    Oh God, I don't know what to do. The world is cruel, I can't handle it anymore. I want to commit suicide to get away from this pain. Dear friends, your life is absolutely beautiful but you don't realise it yet. In the major cases, people who are feeling suicidal are dealing with conditions that will pass in time if only they can get the help that they need. According to WHO, more than 700 thousand people die due to suicide every year.    Suicide is a desperate attempt to escape suffering that has become unbearable. Blinded by feelings of hopelessness and isolation, most suicidal people are deeply conflicted about ending their own lives. However, it can prevent it if you find somebody wants to try suicide.    Knows the signs. Being able to recognise the warning signs of suicide such as, extreme mood swings, feeling of hopelessness, saying goodbye to family and friends, and withdrawing from friends and family. If your friend or family has those signs, it will better find

Creative Thinking

    Many people think either they are creative people or not. You don't have to be an artist, creative thinking could be anyone since is not given, it's a skill for people. Creativity is all about finding new ways of solving problems and developing new ideas. Not only that, people who bring creating thinking are often happier and more productive at their work.   Creative thinking can be trained such as going to see a film in a cinema. Film on the big scene is one of the last few places you can enjoy a complete sensory-captive experience. Whenever you leave a cinema, your mind is always spinning with thoughts and ideas.    Take a risks, when it comes to build and train your creative skill, you need to be willing to take a risks in order to advance your abilities. It might not lead to success every time, but you will still be boosting your creative talents and building skills that will serve you well in the future.   Build empathy, empathy and creative thinking go hand-in-hand. T

Improve your Memory

    Hmm, where do I put my car keys? What is my shopping list? What's my name?. Well, you're not alone who forgot anything. Everyone forgets things occasionally. Our memories are an integral part of who we are, but as we get older our memory declines. There are 2 different memory, long-term memory, and short-term memory. Long-term memory is a memory in which you hold information in your brain from the past. On the other hand, short-term memory is the capacity to hold small amounts of information in the brain. Still, memory loss is nothing to take lightly.   Alright, without further due here is the little advice to improve your memory.   The first thing to do is repeat and retrieve. Any time you learn something new information, you're more likely to mentally record that information if it's repeated. Repeat what you hear out loud and try using it in a sentence. Write it down and read it aloud. Also, try to retrieve the information without looking at where you wrote it dow

Laziness does not exist

    *yawn* maybe later. *yawn* yes...... I'll do it. *yawn* nevermind I don't want to move my feet. Dear God mate stop being lazy and do something else. The world is massive and has a beautiful view that is waiting for you while you're only laying down on the bed. Ok, probably you're asking me how to stop this laziness?. Here is a little advice to help you a bit.    Make your goals manageable. Setting unrealistic goals and taking on too much can lead to exhaustion, loss of interest, and motivation. Avoid overloading by setting smaller tasks, attainable goals that will get you where you want to be without overwhelming you along the way.   The second one is to shut down the escape routes temporarily. Remove any distractions around you such as a mobile phone that can lead to temporary escape routes. Put your mobile phone in silent mode and hide it in a drawer to avoid distraction. By setting up that small activity you could be more focused without any distraction or escape

Interesting Person

    I want to be a shine in front of people. I want to be a spotlight between them. I want to be a star in the dark sky. Well mates you can be anything you want as long you like. But this time let's make you become an interesting person, shall we?   Right, as we know maybe some people want to be a spotlight among them. They have the talent to show, they have the unusual skills to share and they have unique personalities in society. However, not all people have talent, skills, and the same personality. People want to get more attention from society to feel similar to celebrities. Ok, you don't have to be a celebrity, just the way you are, and here is the advice on how to be an interesting person.   First of all, interesting people are creative. Yes, creativity is one of the keys to being an interesting person. Maybe you are a painter, a designer, or whatever, do something based on your interest to express yourself. Interesting people like to take on challenges and they build thi

How to talk with Strangers?

     Ouw is he would like to talk to me? Does she feel awkward if we have a conversation together? where should I start?. There are a million questions coming from your mind only to find out how to start a conversation with strangers. As we can see we are social creatures that want to have a good conversation, make new friends, and try to get a good relationship. However, starting a new conversation with strangers is similar to making a piece of art.    Not all people have the same creativity to start a conversation. They have their own talent and personality. But everyone could build their skill from many perspectives. Having conversations with strangers is a skill that you have to learn in society. As you grow older you will find out that talking with strangers is far more enjoyable than talking with your friends. Alright, let me tell you a few tips to build this skill.    First, no need to worry just be brave. Even if you feel uncomfortable while you guys trying a conversation, just

Are you Stressed or Depressed?

   Do you feel overwhelmed at work? Do you feel hopeless at school or university? Well, congratulation you are not alone. It's practically a fact of our life. Stress is not technically a disease, although it can have lasting effects on an individual's mental health. So stress is usually characterised by a sense of feeling overwhelmed. On the other hand, depression refers to an experience where you feel down most of the time which is called "low mood" and you lost interest in things you usually enjoy.    You probably ask "how should I know whether I'm stressed or depression?". Well mates there are several common signs whether you are stressed or depressed.    Let's talk about common signs of stress. Usually, people have trouble sleeping, problems with memory, feeling nervous or anxious, trouble functioning in class or their personal life, or feeling overwhelmed. If you feel one of the above, you are having stress.    Now, how about common signs of dep