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Six steps for a better you

Six steps for a better you

by MJMCM ♥ 8 Comments
Steps to become better

How do you feel about yourself at the moment? Are you satisfied or regretful? Think about this, we can never get back what is already done, we cannot be sure of what will happen in the future, but we can always make the moment, the most beautiful and fulfilling one. There will always be something which you can be proud of yourself, just learn to recognize it!

When we were young, we had many dreams regarding the profession, job, or the person that we wanted to be in the future. We want to travel, to explore life’s gifts. We want to do this and that, but every so often what we dreamed of turns to be an opposite of what we are today. Sometimes because of this, we tend to have numerous frustrations and insecurities in life. We tend to compare ourselves to other people. But what you have to do now is to forgive yourself to free your mind and heart of any hard emotions you are carrying. Don’t feel broke for the rest of your life, remember that as long as you are alive, there would always be a chance to make it! There will always be a chance to do something which you will be proud of yourself. Bring yourself to life, and help yourself, help that person transform of whom you wanted him or her to be.

Consider these six steps for a better you. YOU CAN make it happen!

  1. You need to verify your emotions, what makes you feel regretful? What makes you hold on these emotions
  2. Once you recognized it, ask this to yourself (why did I fail in this goal or journey?) it will be easier for you to do some sort of repair.
  3. Understand and consider it as a form of life’s lesson- learn from it and try to start over again, start from small and achievable goals, with this you will learn to appreciate small achievements.
  4. Consider avoiding self-criticism- to uplift your morale, avoid being an enemy of yourself. Look into the mirror and tell that person, you are forgiven! Forgive also those people who had something to caused your failures.
  5. Avoid too much guilt and have a positive self. Don’t lose your hope yet, you can still do more! Move on, do not hold it longer- it won’t do any good if you indulge too much attention to what was already done.
  6. Now that you already recognized what’s wrong, next time when you are on your way to another goal or ambition, you already know what to avoid in the process.
Just take it one day at a time

Just take it one day at a time

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Are you the type of person that is always worrying about what will come or will happen tomorrow? Maybe some of you already have heard about this phrase. “Just take it one day at a time”. This phrase, teaches us to enjoy each day by not worrying of what will happen next, to live a happy life each day and to be able to enjoy the moment.

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Here are some friendly notes that would help you achieve this daily:

“ONE DAY AT A TIME“.

  • Offer yourself relaxation techniques- (such as deep breathing, meditation and yoga) to relax your mind, body, and spirit.
  • Never allow yourself to indulge in too much worrying- it’s normal to feel this emotion, but it should easily disappear, and you should be able to handle it without stressing too much.
  • Energized your body- feed your body with fruits and vegetables. They are nutrient rich foods that would help your system to cheer up.
  • Deal with your problems responsibly, you have to accept it that no one will be going to do it apart from yourself, find a solution and always be calm in dealing with it.
  • Aim for achievable goals- do not do things which are beyond your expectations. Just focus on the things you know you can achieve to avoid frustration.
  • Yes to a happy day ahead!- keep this in mind as it will motivate you to keep going and be productive all day long.
  • Accept advice and support from the right people- some people are there ready to help you, appreciate and be thankful for their positive intentions.
  • Time is important- time spent today will never come back again. So, what you have to do is to use it wisely on the things that are most valuable to you.
  • Accept responsibility- we have daily responsibilities. What we need to do is to accept it and be optimistic about it.
  • The power of praising yourself- never end a day without praising yourself for a job well done.
  • Inculcate in your mind the virtue of patience- this is a challenge that we have to fulfill daily, some of us are always rushing to see results which makes us uncomfortable and brings worries and frustrations in our head.
  • Maintain positive life- being positive and having a cheerful outlook in life is significant because it lightens our daily loads.
  • Enhance your capability and thinking- read more, search more and do your best!
The staple food and the skeletal force of agriculture

The staple food and the skeletal force of agriculture

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First, the reason I wrote this post, is to recognize and appreciate the efforts of all those hands who are there helping us to feed our stomach daily, they are the FARMERS. A simple thanked you or any word of gratitude will lighten up the difficulties and struggles that they are experiencing today about farming.

Generally, farmers are the skeletal force of agriculture. They are essential in our society because they are the ones who produced and will produce all those vegetables, fruits, and grains. Which we all need to survive, to nourish our body and not just the food itself, they also provide us raw materials which are needed to make numerous products that are essential to us human beings. Rice is staple food to a large human population in the world and specially in Asian countries. It is an important grain regarding human nutrition, food intake and for life’s sustainability.

Farmers are the backbone of a country’s economy and the stewards of the land because they help to protect and use it for good. They contribute a lot in this sector. They work hard even under the heat of the sun just to bring those foods that we enjoy eating every day. So, do we really need to help them in return? YES! But how? Here are some simple ways on how we can help our FARMERS:

  • Find locally produced products in your area and choose to buy these products.
  • Avoid cheap price negotiations please, if you know it’s worth the price, and you like it, just buy!
  • Respect them, all human beings need this, respect them just like respecting any higher positions, jobs, or professions out there.
  • Make them realize their worth, help them recognize that it is a fulfilling job because they’re able to help all of us through their farming.
  • Enhance their capability, if you are knowledgeable or have something to share for their improvement, help them and choose to share it free or without any costs.
  • Realize and feel it by heart what they really need, they need positive feedbacks and creative ideas to support their work.
  • Stop stressing our farmers! They are already stressed about their personal lives. Do not utter words which could hurt them emotionally.

Additionally, locally grown foods are very beneficial to the nature and environment because great farmers ensure to use only the chemicals and fertilizers into minimum, they really take good care of their grown products naturally. I believed that their voices should be heard because they put countless sweats, efforts, and long time of work hours in this noble job. They need support about right pricing, respect, innovation, and technologies. They all need these to sustain and continue their local businesses!

The reasons why you should produce that beautiful smile every day!

The reasons why you should produce that beautiful smile every day!

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The benefits of smiling

We live in a stressful environment, there are lots of personal, environmental and socio-economical challenges that we have to face.

How do you handle all of these? Occasionally, how we fight with our daily battles are related to how we perceive and handle every situation. Are you a cheerful type of person? Or a serious one? If you are that type of person who is very cheerful, just continue it because there are lots of health benefits that it can give to you. If you’re a serious type of person, you may want to start producing more smiles now to gain the benefits.

One way to make our day feel good is to smile. According to studies, when we smile our brain releases types of neurotransmitters (like endorphins, natural painkillers, serotonin) that are beneficial in making us healthy.

What can a smile give to our body?

  • It reduces stress and pain levels.
  • Decreases heart rate and blood pressure levels.
  • Helps to increase your immunity, if you are a happy person, it will be easier for you to combat those illnesses related conditions.
  • It makes you more attractive, beautiful or good-looking.
  • Furthermore, it enhances your emotional well-being.
  • Not only that, but it leaves a good impression to other people that you are a good person.
  • You look inspired, positive, and full of life.
  • You are often described as friendly and sociable.
  • Makes other to trust you easily because it shows that you are willing to interact and communicate.
  • It improves your mood, and you are less likely to develop depression.
  • May slow aging because it makes you look younger.

Whatever benefits it will give you, just treat yourself with that beautiful smile, it is free, and it’s a natural way of helping your body.

The reasons why you should produce that beautiful smile everyday!

The reasons why you should produce that beautiful smile everyday!

by MJMCM ♥ 7 Comments
The benefits of smiling

We live in a stressful environment, there are lots of personal, environmental and socio-economical challenges that we have to face.

How do you handle all of these? Sometimes how we fight with our daily battles are related to how we perceive and handle every situation. Are you a cheerful type of person? Or a serious one? If you are that type of person who is very cheerful, just continue it because there are lots of health benefits that it can give to you. If you’re a serious type of person, you may want to start producing more smiles now in order to gain the benefits.

One way to make our day feel good is to smile. According to studies when we smile our brain releases types of neurotransmitters (like endorphins, natural painkillers, serotonin) that are beneficial in making us healthy.

What can a smile give to our body?

  • It reduces stress and pain levels.
  • Decreases heart rate and blood pressure levels.
  • Helps to increase your immunity, if you are a happy person, it will be easier for you to combat those illnesses related conditions.
  • It makes you more attractive, beautiful or good-looking.
  • Furthermore, it enhances your emotional well-being.
  • Not only that, but it leaves a good impression to other people that you are a good person.
  • You look inspired, positive and full of life.
  • You are often described as friendly and sociable.
  • Makes other to trust you easily, because it shows that you are willing to interact and communicate.
  • It improves your mood, and you are less likely to develop depression.
  • May slow aging, because it makes you look younger.

Whatever benefits it will give you, just treat yourself with that beautiful smile, it is free, and it’s a natural way of helping your body.

How to achieve a fulfilling and healthy relationship?

How to achieve a fulfilling and healthy relationship?

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Fulfilling and healthy relationship.

Are you in loved? Brokenhearted? Searching for someone? Smiling or crying because of somebody? Well, just think of this, “Love should never hurt you”. You already found that true love when you are in a satisfying relationship, meaning you are happy and contented having each other.

There was a belief that someone is already out there, destined for us. Do you believe in what they called destiny? For some, they believed that we are the one making and finding it. Do you agree? Whatever it is, you will know and feel it when it’s already what they say “the one”.

How to achieve a fulfilling and healthy relationship? Consider these “COUPLE GOALS” tips.

  • Complete trust- it is a very essential component of a healthy relationship. Without it, you cannot build one. Trust means you commit to the person by words and deeds. You believed in him/her, and it is comfortable and safe for you to be with that person.
  • One and only- means you must be faithful, commit yourself to your partner. Cheating by words, thoughts, and actions aren’t in your preference. You choose to focus on your relationship.
  • Understanding your partner’s emotions- having a substantial amount of respect on his/her feelings is necessary. Respect and listen to what he/she is saying before talking, consider the opinion of each other.
  • Pray together- you are meant to be soulmates. In order for these two souls to bind forever, it should be nourished with God’s guidance and protection.
  • Love unconditionally- as the word says, it is a love without condition. It is a love without limits and restrictions. You love the person for whom he/she is, and not for what he/she has.
  • Eliminate jealousy- because it may kill your relationship and always watch your words, choose to talk and fix everything if a problem or a misunderstanding occurs.
  • Gift from God- a precious gift that should be taken care of, a lifetime gift that you are excited to open every day.
  • Offer open arms- when things are tough, give him/her a hug, this ensures that he/she is not alone whatever challenges you have in life.
  • A love with a genuine honesty — telling the truth and leaving no lies or hidden agendas under your head. Be open to what you feel.
  • Look out, never be out of their mind. Communicate with him/her always. Never leave a gap between the two of you (but of course you may want to eliminate obsessing your partner, just the right amount for it to work). Specially, if you are far from each other. Talk without limits, talk about what you are eating or will eat for lunch or dinner. If you already have kids- you can talk about them, about shared moments when you’re together, about your dreams etc.
  • Show your feelings- never hide what you feel, express your emotions. When you are happy, show him! Smile and laugh together! When you are sad, angry and disappointed let him/her know, just talk calmly and offer a solution or help to your partner.
How to achieve a fulfilling and healthy relationship

How to achieve a fulfilling and healthy relationship

by MJMCM ♥ 4 Comments

Are you in loved? Brokenhearted? Looking for someone? Smiling or crying because of somebody? Well just think of this, “Love should never hurt you”. You already found that true love when you are in a satisfying relationship, meaning you are happy and contented having each other.

There was a belief that someone is already out there destined for us. Do you believe in what they called destiny? For some, they believed that we are the one making and finding it. Do you agree? Whatever it is, you will know and feel it when it’s already what they say “the one”.

How to achieve a fulfilling and healthy relationship? Consider these “COUPLE GOALS” tips.

  • Complete trust is needed- it is a very essential component of a healthy relationship. Without it, you cannot build one. Trust means you commit to the person by words and deeds. You believed in him or her and is comfortable and safe for you to be with that person.
  • One and only- means you must be faithful, commit yourself to your partner. Cheating by words, thoughts and actions aren’t in your preference. You choose to focus on your relationship.
  • Understanding your partner’s emotions- having a substantial amount of respect on his or her feelings is necessary, respect and listen to what he or she is saying before talking, consider the opinion of each other.
  • Pray together- you are meant to be soulmates. In order for these two souls to bind forever it should be nourished with God’s guidance and protection.
  • Love unconditionally- as the word says, it is a love without condition. It is a love without limits and restrictions. You love the person for whom he or she is, and not for what he or she has.
  • Eliminate jealousy- because it may kill your relationship and always watch your words- whenever you have problems or arguments it’s better to talk about it, never think of bad words to utter because it will live into their mind.
  • Gift from God- a precious gift that should be taken care of, a lifetime gift that you are excited to open every day.
  • Offer an open arms- when things are tough, give him or her a hug, this ensures that he or she is not alone whatever challenges you have in life.
  • A love with a genuine honesty — telling the truth and leaving no lies or hidden agendas under your head. Be open on what you feel.
  • Look out never be out of their mind- communicate with him or her always, never leave a gap between the two of you (but of course you may want to eliminate obsessing your partner, just the right amount for it to work). Specially if you are far from each other. Talk without limits, talk about what you are eating or will eat for lunch or dinner, if you already have kids- you can talk about them, about shared moments when you’re together, about your dreams etc.
  • Show your feelings- never hide what you feel, express your emotions. When you are happy show him- smile and laugh together! When you are sad, angry and disappointed let him or her know, just talk calmly and offer a solution or help to your partner.

It’s a matter of love and understanding, give more and receive more, a healthy and fulfilling relationship is like a treasure in a box of golds and diamonds that you want to keep for a lifetime. When you already have it, appreciate and take good care of it.

Give time for yourself, self-care and self-love isn’t selfish

Give time for yourself, self-care and self-love isn’t selfish

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Nowadays, there are many people who are suffering from stress, depression and mental disorders. Mainly because of the fast-paced environment, emotional regrets, life disappointments, hatred, jealousy, anger, comparison and so much more. These are some reasons why we easily feel the emptiness and brokenness within.

Self-love and self-care

One way of preventing this is to have time for yourself, setting a few minutes to an hour every day for a “time alone” isn’t selfish.

It will give you time to think. Time to treat yourself to something you want. Time to do a little sort of pampering like taking a bath, putting your favorite cream, lotion or make-up, combing your hair, brushing your teeth, using nice clothing etc.

Sometimes because we are too busy every day with our daily tasks, duties, and responsibilities at work, home or at the community, we forget about ourselves, we should also pay attention to ourselves. Whoever you are, you are not selfish whenever you take some time for yourself. We should watch over our mental health because it is also important.

Here are self-care tips that you can do:

  • Love yourself more
  • do your personal self-care routine
  • Eat your favorite food
  • have enough rest and sleep
  • Listen to calming music
  • Treat yourself or buy something that makes you happy.
  • Do some deep breathing and relaxation techniques such as yoga and meditation.
  • Watch your favorite movie
  • Take a brisk walking
  • Compliment yourself
  • Cook or bake your favorite recipe
  • Do your creative stuffs or hobbies

Yes! Life isn’t that easy, but we can make it light if we are not stressed, depressed, problematic and toxic person. Help yourself to always choose positive thoughts and actions and do the desirable things that could help you to be a better person.

The importance of plants in our lives

The importance of plants in our lives

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This post will tackle about the beneficial effects of plants in a human being.

Are you one of those who have a green thumb? A green thumb means that you have the ability or talent in growing different plants.

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Plants are responsible for giving us food, helping us to build shelter, serving as ingredients in making herbal medicines, and the major source of our food, which is needed to fuel up our body!

Plants are really eye catching and heart melting. Just like pets in our houses, plants also have life. They need our attention and love, they are nature’s way of saying that in order for our world to be a better place to stay, we must consider taking good care of them as well! They are considered as blessings, and it really takes a good heart to appreciate these beautiful creations. Both women and men seen involved in planting nowadays! They are often called as “plantitos and plantitas” because of their passion in planting.

Here are the health benefits of plants:

  • Responsible for absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, which is essential to life.
  • They help to absorb rainwater, preventing floods.
  • Edible plants (fruit bearing and vegetables) are great sources of daily food.
  • Herbal plants are important in making herbal medicines or herbal supplements.
  • Ornamental plants improve and beautify our surroundings.
  • Plants are a great stress reliever, they have a good calming effect.
  • Plants can improve a person’s creativity and productivity.
  • Improves your mood and concentration.
  • Helpful in cleaning the environment, and serves as natural humidifiers of the surrounding.
  • Plants provide extra life to a lonely space or corner in the house!
  • Helps in decreasing anxiety and stress levels.
  • A good form of relaxation, to divert you from negative thoughts.
  • Adds positivity to the environment.

Whatever your reasons for planting, be it a hobby, way of communicating to nature, be it to go with the trend, for business or something to make an income, all of these deserves an appreciation. You are a good example to people who don’t appreciate the importance of nature! Continue to be an inspiration to other people, to be more loving and caring of what our creator gave us.

Do you want to achieve your dreams or goals? Try this healthy mind setting tips!

Do you want to achieve your dreams or goals? Try this healthy mind setting tips!

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Healthy mindsetting tips

We all have a unique personality and character. The way we think, react, do things, and the way we solve our problems in life are different from others. That’s why we should never compare ourselves to other people. The result of the things we do in life (be it positive or negative) is related to how we think and react in every situation.

I would like to ask you, how do you keep yourself being motivated? Do you choose to have a positive outlook in life despite all the challenges? Or are you the one who easily lose hope? If you have a goal or a dream in life that you want to achieve, you have to help yourself!

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Consider these tips below:

  • Set your goals- small goals first and stay focused. Be sure to set a realistic and achievable one. When you’re able to achieve this goal, your experience in handling every situation will be broadened and will encourage you to do more.
  • Visualize the outcome you want to achieve- this will inspire you to do your best.
  • Surround yourself with happy and motivated people. Those who will encourage you rather than discouraging every decision you make, those who gives good advices, those who are happy with every achievement you make (small or big). Those who never leave you whenever you’re in the lowest point of life.
  • Avoid mingling to negative people because you may adapt their attitude and as a result, you will experience difficulty in achieving your goals.
  • Be optimistic, always look at the brighter side of life. If you fail on one goal, you should be able to cope with it easily, and pursue to do more rather than being depressed or stressed about the result. You choose to move on and learn from your mistakes.
  • Don’t forget to feed your body, mind, and spirit- (a healthy body can do things appropriately), mind- (read and explore more on topics regarding your goal), spirit (have that spirit of kindness to everyone, and most specially to yourself).
  • Appreciate small achievements- to honor your capability and motivate you to pursue bigger goals.
  • “When the situation is tough, remember why you have started”. I already heard this to motivational speakers. It’s a deep thought that we should never give up on any circumstances. If you start a race, you should never give up and stop at the middle, be determined enough to reach up to the finish line. Do not be discouraged because everyone already reached the finish line. You will also get there, just trust yourself.
  • Read more on motivational posts- to be more inspired to pursue whatever goals you have in mind.
  • Always choose to be happy- your physical aura can impact a lot, being cheerful/happy attracts positive thoughts and energy that are essential in reaching your goals.
  • Stop thinking negatively- because this is a big obstacle in achieving what you want in life.
Do you want to achieve your dreams or goals? Try this healthy mindsetting tips!

Do you want to achieve your dreams or goals? Try this healthy mindsetting tips!

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Healthy mindsetting tips to achieve your dreams or goals in life.

We all have a unique personality and character. The way we think, react, do things and the way we solve our problems in life are far different from another person. That’s why we should never compare ourselves to other people. The result of the things we do in life (positive or negative) is related to how we think and react in every situation. How do you keep yourself being motivated? Are you the person who have a positive outlook in life? Or the one who easily lose hope? If you have a goal or a dream in life that you want to achieve, you have to help yourself.

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Consider these tips below:

  • Set your goals- small goals first and stay focused. Be sure to set a realistic and achievable one. When you’re able to achieve this goal, your experience in handling every situation will be broadened and will encourage you to do more.
  • Visualize the outcome you want to achieve- this will inspire you to do your best.
  • Surround yourself with happy and motivated people. Those who will encourage you rather than discouraging every decision you make, those who gives good advices, those who are happy with every achievement you make (small or big) and those who never leave you whenever you’re in the lowest point of life. Avoid mingling to negative people because you may adapt their attitude and as a result, you will experience difficulty in achieving your goals.
  • Be optimistic, always look at the brighter side of life- for example, if you fail on one goal, you are able to cope with it easily and pursue to do more rather than being depressed or stressed about the result. You choose to move on and learn from your mistakes.
  • Don’t forget to feed your body, mind and spirit- (a healthy body can do things appropriately), mind- (read and explore more on topics regarding your goal), spirit (have that spirit of kindness to everyone and most specially to yourself).
  • Appreciate small achievements- to honor your capability and motivate you to pursue to bigger goals.
  • “When the situation is tough, remember why you have started”. I already heard this to a lot of motivational speakers. It’s a deep thought that we should never give up on any circumstances. If you start a race, you should never give up and stop at the middle, be determined enough to reach up to the finish line. Do not be discouraged because everyone already reached the finish line. You will also get there just trust yourself.
  • Read more on motivational posts- to be more inspired to pursue whatever goals you have in mind.
  • Always choose to be happy- your physical aura can impact a lot, being cheerful/happy attracts positive thoughts and energy that is essential in reaching your goals.
  • Stop negative thinking- this is a big obstacle in achieving what you want.

Always believe in yourself. You may endure a lot of difficulties as you go along towards your goal but if you give your best and never stop dreaming you will get there. Good luck and God bless whatever it is.

How to achieve your goals! Let the Journey Begins

How to achieve your goals! Let the Journey Begins

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A goal is something you want to achieve in life. It maybe a short term goal or a long term goal. Setting a goal will give you a direction and focus.

Our journey in life depends on what we like, what we know what we believed and what we choose to do. Whenever we failed or succeed in life some will say that life is just like that! It’s normal. It’s a defense mechanism word to lessen our disappointments.

Furthermore, it’s a matter of choice! We always have the choice to improve ourselves. Do something that can increase your self-worth. Whenever you do good things to other people without asking something in return, you can gain self-worth and a sense of fulfillment on it. It can help you to be inspired and motivated to improve your self more.

What are the things that you can do to improve yourself?

  • Trust yourself- that you can do anything, trust your capabilities because once you doubted yourself you can never make it.
  • Think of your goal- be a goal oriented person. Set a goal that you want to achieve and set a time frame.
  • Set an inspiration- This maybe your loved ones in life or the ones you idolized.
  • Do not compare yourself to other people- when you compare yourself to others you will lose self-confidence which is very essential in achieving your goals.
  • Learn to wait- do not rush on anything, life is a process, do the things that will give you a good result.
  • Read more, feed your mind with good information that can help you in achieving your goals.
  • Be healthy- in order to achieve all your life goals, you must be healthy and fit not just physically but also mentally, emotionally, socially and spiritually.
  • Accept failures but never end your goals there. If you did not achieve the result you wanted, you can do it again and be able to do better.