Majority of folks aren’t aware they tend to have one dominant side of their brain, either the logical left-side or the creative right-side.

True, we do technically use a bit of both sides depending on the work required, but to maximize intellect and function, we need to act on them more than the simple occasions.

There are a few things that you can do starting today to get both sides of the brain firing off at 100%, and once you do, you will find that your life, mind, and body will change for the better.

With that in mind, consider the following to help you get to where you need to go, on an intellectual level.

• Write Down New Ideas

Millions of new ideas are thought of around the globe, and yet many are lost. Don’t let this happen.

Whenever you have an idea, even if it seems dumb, jot it down for later. This is going to cause your brain to have a memory implanted, where you can refer back to it down the road. Hey you never know, you may have an idea that can revolutionize the world.

That being said, simply write down what you need to know, and make sure that you’re focusing on recollection.

• Learn New Things (Take a Class)

Look to your local colleges, recreation centers, and city websites. You want to look for educational pursuits and take new classes in learning new things. This opens both sides of the brain for creativity, logic, and of course learning something new.

Whatever you don’t know, it can be taught. For instance, there are great benefits from learning how to dance. It requires you to be creative, memorize steps, and be social, as well as helps with staying in shape and keeping the brain active.

• Do Something Creative (Draw, Color, etc.)

Get a sketch pad and some pencils, pens, or markers to literally just draw sketches, numbers, letters and more. Just do it!

Being an amateur is absolutely ok for you don’t need to possess any artistic talent. The goal is to enhance your brain’s creative side. Simply doing something creative for just a few minutes a day is enough to kick-start your spark of creativity.

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It shouldn’t happen to anyone, but unfortunately, it happens more often than you think. Someone steals your laptop, or perhaps you leave in a car and can’t figure out where it has gone.

Whether you’ve unknowingly left it somewhere or someone has stolen it, you’re going to find that tracking and recovering it may prove somewhat difficult to manage.

Don’t panic just yet. There are a few things that you can do to not only track, but also find your computer when it’s been stolen or misplaced.

For Mac Users

If you have a Mac, then you are going to have the easiest option moving forward. Mac users can use “FIND MY MAC” which is located in their operating system. You can set up the preferences within iCloud and leave them be. Once you lose track of the computer, you can use this program to literally find it. You can also have law enforcement know that somethings is awry.

Within this program, you can also locate the items via GPS. This works just the same as “Find My iPhone” if you used this before. Not only can you locate your Mac, you could also lock it and even erase it remotely. This is a simple solution for all users of Apple products.

For PC Users

For those that have Windows 10, you can take advantage of a new feature that comes pre-installed in the operating system. This is something that is going to help you track your computer when lost or stolen.

You will need to go to the setting “Find My Device,” and update your computer with a few security elements. Just change up the settings, and you’ll be able to track and locate your Microsoft devices via a Microsoft.com account.

To do this, confirm your Windows installation, then go to account.microsoft.com/devices. This will let you know where your computer is at. This is similar to what “Find My Mac” does, but of course, it’s for Windows users.

Other Third-Party Options

There are several tracking software solutions you can purchase. If you don’t have a Mac or Windows 10 (or anything else), then you can definitely move forward with downloading a variety of these applications. Some even link your smartphone to your PC with relative ease. You don’t need these, however, if you have the current iterations of operating software.

In today’s modern computing world, you don’t have to worry about losing your computer or having it stolen, because finding it is a lot easier than ever.

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For any business, a lack of cash flow can be a tough hurdle to jump over. If you have ever tried running a successful business, then you already know that.

On the other hand, creating a successful business plan is exciting, but if you don’t have the startup cash to fund the initial phase, you are going to have nothing but an idea that is floating in mid-air.

Now onward to what you can do to get your business or startup idea financed fast (and with some of these options you don’t even have to pay back).

• Government Grants

There are all sorts of government grants that are given to people who want to start small businesses. The kicker? You have to apply and hopefully win them. Many people don’t want to go through the process of doing this, but it’s honestly a fast and easy way to get paid without having to pay the loan back.

In some instances, you are going to be asked to help out the government through a public work of some kind. However, it’s going to pay off dividends for you when you can outsource this project and use the surplus to start your business. The federal government puts all their offerings online so you can scroll through and figure out which is right for your needs.

• Small Business Lending

There are several ways that you can approach this. Small business loan can be a great option, but you’ll have to either put up collateral, have good credit, or at least have a good presentation to show the bank. It’s not an impossible task, but it’s something to try to take advantage of if you’re willing to deal with banks.

The only downside here is, you have to pay it all back on top of hefty interest.

• Crowd Funding

Perhaps the best new way to get money fast, is to consider crowdfunding. If you have a good business idea and you want to get people to back it, offer them something in return. You’ll be surprised by how many companies have started by simply asking people for money. You can give pieces of memorabilia, stake in your business, or just about anything to offset the costs.

A popular site surely you have heard of is Kickstarter (or even GoFundMe) to not only fund their initial startup, but also fund completion of existing projects like independent films, video games, shirts, and so much more in terms of promotional items.

At the end of the day, the above are just a few examples of how you can quickly get all the money you need for a small business. Whether you’re just starting out or you need a boost, these options can help you gain the upper hand.

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When you are having a conversation with somebody, you expect them to tell the truth. There’s no reason why you shouldn’t trust people.

However, there are instances when a person will inherently lie straight up to your face.

If you’re not sure if they’re being genuinely honest, you may end up feeling like a knife has went through your chest when you find out later that they were in fact being a snake in the grass. Of course you never want it to come to that. Instead, you want to be able to detect a lie upfront when a lie is being committed.

The following are key pointers to look out for in someone’s behavior of whether or not, they’re lying.

1. They Are Constantly Moving Their Head

The first thing  to consider is whether they are looking into your eyes. If they aren’t, and they constantly shift their head position, then chances are they aren’t comfortable with what they’re saying. It could be either a guilt mechanism or simply shyness.

Whatever the case is when people talk confidently in their words, they don’t move around a lot. They are focused on the conversation and they want to discuss things in a natural, honest manner. Those that aren’t otherwise, will not behave in the same manner, simple as that.

2. They Are Erratic In Their Responses

When you are talking to someone who is lying, they are not going to maintain their tone and will be all over the place. This is a reflex that comes with breathing changes, and analysts have seen that it’s a common trait for those who aren’t being truthful

If someone’s breathing changes to the point where they are gasping, sighing, and shifting their opinions through erratic answers, then they are probably being less than honest.

3. They Repeat Themselves A Great Deal

If someone is repeating him or herself and trying to get out of being accused of lying, or anything along those lines, you have caught on to them. Repetition, especially in regards to whether or not they have done something is a key sign. They are trying to convince you that they are in fact telling the truth, when in reality, they aren’t really doing so at all. Think of this as try-hard to be appear innocent when not.

Overall, always look at what kind of information they are giving. Overreaching, and telling too much of a story (to the point of grandiose exaggeration) is not a good sign at all, so always consider that as you move forward.

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Logical thinking is a core to evolutionary human intelligence. Whether you’re looking to improve your memory, get better grades in school, or you just want to decipher the complexity of life in general, it’s one of those things you need to have a better grasp at these days.

Regardless of what you do occupationally, you will need to involve your own set of logic in some shape or form eventually throughout your day.

With that in mind, if you are having trouble thinking logically on a day-to-day basis, consider engaging in activities that will stimulate clear rational thoughts.

• Play Puzzle Games, Especially Sudoku

Besides assisting brain function, playing Sudoku has been shown to help reduce the occurrences of Alzheimer’s disease. Of course, you’ll need to play on a regular basis to get the effects. For those who don’t know, this is a game of numbers in a box to fill. They can range from simple enough, and then ramp up to difficult levels.

Playing with numbers, patterns, and puzzles helps the mind with deal with mental challenges that help the brain’s overall function.

• Make Lists and Categories Daily

Start writing down lists, then work towards memorizing them and checking them off 1 by 1.

The goal here is to visualize what you need to do on a regular basis and move forward with the action. This may seem rudimentary, but for many, is no walk in the park as the mind can get cluttered.

Practice organizing tasks for your thoughts to easily moved forward, allowing proper motivation to be more productive with your days,

• Learn A New Word Daily

You can buy a calendar, open up a dictionary, and start learning new words. Once you learned a word and its definition, keep it in mind all day, and use it in conversation. Your goal is to remember one new word for the course of each day. Over time this is going to help logically as your mind will be able to process new things, and use different vocabulary in various situations.

Logical thinking is a matter of organizing your thoughts based around facts and truths. The more you learn, the more you’ll be able to do so.

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From the Desk of the How-To Junkie for the “Self-Esteem Junkie”:

Howdy friend, who wants “to build self-esteem,”

When you look in the mirror – who do you see? How do you feel about this person? Do you see somebody who is a proud and strong individual…or someone who could sure used a little bit of self-esteem and confidence boost.

“Self-esteem” was a word that you probably first heard when you were in grade school, along with others like “respect,” “integrity,” and “motivation,” all hung up as posters in the classroom should have been a clear indicator of trying to tell you something – how much they would eventually impact your life.

And guess what – your teachers weren’t wrong at all, were they? To this day, it still boggles your mind to how important these traits have become.

Self-esteem may as well be one the most important ones, involving how you perceive yourself that affects your overall behaviors. One day you might feel like you can conquer the word while the next you feel like you hiding in your shell afraid to put yourself out there.

Does this mean self-esteem is ever coming and going? Not necessarily. If you truly have solid self-esteem, no matter what day it is or how you feel at the moment can affect it, otherwise it’s not real self-esteem – and neither are you a “Self-Esteem Junkie.”

By being a “Self-Esteem Junkie,” you will know:

– How to give yourself a self-esteem makeover to be the new “best you.”

– How to discover your own secret talents to build your self-esteem.

– How to be love yourself no matter what by being your own biggest fan.

– How to create an alter ego avatar of who you are so it’s not a facade.

– How to not give a damn about other’s negativities bringing you down.

…and full-satisfied junkie more.

The only reason why you’re still reading this is because you know you have “self-esteem” issue, so fix that issue now. Improve your self-esteem!

Signing off. Your friend,

– The How-To Junkie

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How to Bring Your A-Game to Be Mentally Strong

San Francisco, CA (June 07, 2016) – Whether speaking of peak physical shape, academic achievement, or professional accomplishment, ranking high amongst peer groups and other candidates is as important as ever. Competition is alive and well in nearly every arena, and no matter what the driving force towards successes, many are looking for an edge.

When personal determination doesn’t drive the conviction to be the best, the way of the world still can. The “Wall Street Journal” has profiled companies that would rather be understaffed by 80% than to hire those who don’t meet qualifications and pass certain pre-hire assessments, and a mere 30% acceptance rate is considered high for law school admittance. Many barriers exist on the path to superior status gained through achievement and, unfortunately, the individual is often one of those barriers; occasionally, the largest.

Fortunately, an awareness of this issue is all that is needed to start the individual on a path toward overcoming it. Resource such as the e-book “Peak Performance Junkie” are just one method of obtaining applicable tips and exercise to help the determined to chart a better path toward being the best in his or her field. Where there’s a will there is a way, and the way begins with actively seeking out knowledge of a better way.

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From the Desk of the How-To Junkie for the “Shyness Junkie”:

Howdy friend, who wants “to overcome shyness,”

Shyness is like a disease that deteriorates your quality of life to feeling helpless and useless. Take for instances:

– Do you not have many friends (or none for that matter) because of your shyness?

– Do you flee in the presence of the opposite sex because you sweat and get nervous?

– Do you miss opportunities to get ahead because you’re afraid to make the first move?

Being shy is the number one cause for our lack of initiatives when comes to connecting and networking with our fellow men or women for job, friendship, relationship, and, above all, success.

As a result, this contributes to our social anxiety, which is triggered upon being around others due to our own inner fears and insecurities of being judged in how people may perceive us – which is not case to at all. The fact is, other people are also occupied wondering about how they are coming across than to be judging you.

When it comes to shyness, we are our own worst enemy – imagining the worst about ourselves. What you need to learn how to do is silence that voice in your head to overcome shyness and take back your life now! Here’s how!

By being a “Shyness Junkie,” you will know:

* How to stop being shy when you feel it creeping up.

* How to uncover all the causes for your social phobia.

* How to battle and conquer your fear of social settings.

* How to improve your conversation with other people.

* How to make friends to start out with this one powerful tool.

…and full-satisfied junkie more.

Like most people, if you suffer from shyness, you will experience social anxiety in some shape or form on a frequent basis, and do you want it to control your entire existence for the rest of your life? Get rid of shyness now!

Signing off. Your friend,

– The How-To Junkie

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From the Desk of the How-To Junkie for the “Peak Performance Junkie”:

Howdy friend, who wants “to push yourself to the limit to perform at your best when it matters,”

What if I were to tell you that you could enhance your performance in any area of your life right now at will? How?

First off, if you want to achieve anything worthwhile, you have to absolutely be on top of your A-game; however, not all of us can sustain our very best all the time. Whenever there is any sign of struggle or setback making you want to quit, that is when your limit is truly being tested. You can either give up…or push yourself past that threshold into a new peak mental state you never knew you had before, surprising even yourself.

Let’s be honest, we all just want to relax and take things easy, especially during hardships where much-needed efforts are required; hence, we are lazy by nature. Yet do you deny that? OK fine, if you had a choice, which one would you opt for a.) soaking up sun on the beach in the Caribbean to the endless cocktails to your heart’s content b.) returning to work Monday morning to the endless tasks ready to sink your teeth into? The answer is obvious.

Is all this because of a lack of energy, mental toughness, or motivation causing poor performances? Whatever the issue is, it no longer matters because what I’m about to show you will put you into a state of mental-hyperactive overdrive to perform at your peak when it really counts.

This is none other than the “Peak Performance Junkie.”

By being a “Peak Performance Junkie,” you will know:

* How to always push past your limits when you need to the most where failure is not an option.

* How to condition yourself to create new threshold limits to level up your performance each time.

* How to incite enthusiasm to increase efficiency and effectiveness to perform being in the zone.

*How to physically stimulate your whole being and pump up your energy level whenever you are tired.

* How to use this one powerful mental hack to trick your mind to keep working non-stop relentlessly.

…and full-satisfied junkie more.

If you want to excel at whatever you do, you need to learn how to trigger and channel your own inner peak performance whenever you need to. Push yourself further than you ever thought possible now!

Signing off. Your friend,

– The How-To Junkie

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Life has a way of throwing different obstacles towards you, and if you aren’t resilient, you will always find yourself thrown off your course. Such time calls for you to get creative to maneuver over whatever you must do.

For anyone that wants to get more creative, life can make it tough to do so with the daily routines and structures of adult life, contrasted to the carefree nature you had when you were a kid.

If you aren’t at your creative best, with a little bit of work you can get your creative juice flowing again. Whether you’re a visual artist working in different mediums, or someone who relies on creativity to get by, participate in activities that will fire up your creative brain from all angles.

• Exercise on A Regular Basis

Exercise is not only good for your body but for your mind as well, yet a lot of people are lazy when comes to making it a ritual.

There is a connection between working out on a regular basis and mental capacity. When you exercise, you are helping blood circulation around the body. As blood circulates through the muscles and the cardiovascular system, it fires up the brain. You’re going to find that creative ideas start coming to you naturally.

• Listen To Ambient Noise

Listening to music is great and all, but not always the best option for boosting creativity.

Studies showed that ambient noise that is found on the streets, in café settings, and other real world environment actually help increase focus and, in turns, with thinking outside of the box. There’s something to the café writers, artists, and among others who work within the confinement of coffee. It’s not so much as being there drinking coffee, but rather the productivity that comes from the ambience that is there.

• Dim The Lights

The impression of increased lighting for better focus is not necessarily true. In terms of creating a setting that boosts creativity, you should dim the lights.

Dimming lights helps the mind channel itself with creative ideas and more. It’s simply one of the best options to consider if you’re experimenting with art of various types.

• Make A Mess

Have you ever notice how a messy desk can help with sparking creativity? This is due to the chaotic nature that forces you to get creative to complete whatever you have to do as quickly as possible to get out of (or clean up) that mess and return to orderliness.

Many folks may not like this idea and some even would argue on it, but a messy desk can in fact improve productivity. Test it out and see if it works for you.

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