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There are some things in our lives that we just need to stop doing. They aren't good for us and they mess with our mindset. I don't know about you, but I have found that some things I have done for so long that I just do them without thinking. Yet, some of those same things are just ruts that we get in and can't get out of. A lot of them are about how we think about things. Here is a list of 7 things that we could SO do without! 1. Over-thinking things. How many times do you find yourself fixated on some thought or idea and you've thought about it so much that you have it totally out there like in fantasy world or something or get so worked up about something because you've imagined all sorts of imaginary happenings? Stop thinking so hard. I know this is one area I'm really needing to work on some more because the way I'm made up I tend to think and think and think about things. Thinking about things is good, but only if you keep it balanced.

Home fires that start with Christmas trees create a very hot blaze that can spread through a room in seconds. They are more deadly than typical fires. A National Fire Prevention Association study shows that one in 18 Christmas tree fires from 2005 to 2009 resulted in a death, compared with one in every 141 home fires overall. The US Fire Administration explains why it happens.  Trees provide an unusually large amount of fuel and can create a fire that can spread rapidly, leaving little time to get out of the house. They are especially deadly if they occur at night when people are sleeping. While this type of fire is fairly unusual, it is far more serious than any other type of house fire.  The number of Christmas tree fires has dropped in recent years, mainly because of improved public education, and increased use of less-flammable artificial trees. Many families still prefer a natural and traditional Christmas tree, and choosing one provides an annual family outing. 

Advice from the CDC: Wash your hands often  Keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps you can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.  Stay warm  Cold temperatures can cause serious health problems, especially in infants and older adults. Stay dry, and dress warmly in several layers of loose-fitting, tightly woven clothing.  Manage stress  Keep a check on over-commitment and over-spending. Balance work, home, and play. Get support from family and friends. Keep a relaxed and positive outlook and get enough sleep.  Travel safely by car  Whether you're traveling across town or across the country, take steps to ensure that your trip is safe. Don't drink and drive, and don't let someone else drink and drive. Wear a seat belt every time you drive or ride in a motor vehicle. Always buckle your child i

Looking for some help in achieving better health and fitness? Wanting to change your fat into fit! Are you wanting to lose a little weight ?  Are you trying to improve your fitness? Have you already have started a training plan but want to improve upon it ? More than any other time in history, people are all vying to have the best, healthiest body possible. The health and fitness industries are making billions of dollars every year on herbal supplements, fitness equipment, gyms, and special diets.  If you watch TV or read magazines, there are always some intriguing ads and commercials asking for money for products to help you get into shape. While many of these options are good and healthy, others you should stay as far away from as possible.  Recently popular over-the-counter diet supplements have been in the news, after a number of deaths were associated with the main ingredient used in many of these pills. Once you are ready to make a commitment to take care of your bo

Dry skin can be a challenge both to care for and to live with. your skin may become flaky at times or even become red and irritated. dozens of over-the-counter products promise to end the cycle of dreaded dry skin once and for all, but sometimes those miracle cures just can't follow through on the performance. There is no need for you to be stuck with dry skin. There are simple changes you can make in your skin care routine as well as your daily life that will have a big impact on the condition and health of your skin. Why live with dry, irritated skin any longer? Make a few changes in your routine and watch as your skin becomes vibrant and healthy in a matter of a few weeks. Dry skin results from a lack of sebum or oil production. Sebum is made within the skin cells and is vital to having healthy, elastic skin. since dry skin does not make enough oil, you will need to replace it both from the inside and outside. Begin addressing the outside issue by finding a moisturizin

December 12th is National Poinsettia Day. The flowers of the poinsettia plant, called cyathia, are the yellow clustered buds in the center. The red, pink, or white colored parts are actually the leaves. Poinsettias have also been called the “Lobster Flower” and “Flame Leaf Flower.” Red poinsettias account for about 75 percent of all sales nationwide. There are more than 100 varieties of poinsettias available. More than 65 million poinsettia plants are sold each year, accounting for one-third of sales of all flowering plants year round and 85 percent of potted plant sales at Christmas. California is the top poinsettia producer, followed by Texas, North Carolina, Ohio, and Michigan. The Aztecs used to use the poinsettia leaves to dye fabric for clothing. The poinsettia plant is named after Dr. Joel Roberts Poinsett, an amateur botanist and first U.S. ambassador to Mexico. The poinsettia plant is not considered a poisonous plant by the National Poison Center, but ingesting

If you have guests coming to stay with you this holiday season, you’ll want them to feel right at home. Take a few moments to look around your home as you prepare for company. If you will be offering your guests a spare room, make sure that there are some extra pillows and blankets available. Clear knick-knacks off of end tables and dresser tops, and make sure there is ample lighting in the room. Provide a place for a coat, umbrella, purse, and keys, like a small table or sturdy chair. Your guests will need some drawer space and some empty hangers in the closet. Place a small empty basket in the bathroom to allow your guests to leave some of their personal items there. Consider leaving your guests other practical items as well. Fill a small box or basket with a pad of paper, a pen, scissors, tape, and stamps. Place a box of tissues by the bed. If possible, leave an ironing board and iron in the closet. Adding an alarm clock and a phone, if possible, are conveniences that y