Reduce Neck Pain By Over 80% in 3 Months With These 3 Moves

Nothing ruins a good morning like waking up to a stiff or sore neck. If this statement sound familiar it might be time to revamp your regular morning routine (and you haven’t been in a serious accident) then this article is specifically for you.

More often than not, neck pain is caused by a lack of strength in the various neck muscles that support you head.

This muscle weakness can lead to more than just  sharp neck pain though, if not treated properly, this sharp neck pain can lead to chronic and severe headaches, as well as other spinal and cranial issues.  This article will focus on three neck strengthening exercise to alleviate pain and get rid of your sore neck in the morning.

These exercises are meant to be completed three times a week over a three month period for best results (about 80% strength increase). For each movement, keep your knees slightly bent. Using 2- to 5-pound dumbbells, do at least 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps, 3 times a week on nonconsecutive days.

1. Shoulder Shrugs

Using your 2- to -5 pound dumbbells stand with your feet just slightly inside of shoulder width apart. Hold your arms at your side, with your palms facing in. keeping your arms straight, pull your shoulders up to your ears and hold for a count of three seconds then lower your shoulders. This exercise will target the trapezius muscles which run from the scapula to the top of the back of your head.

2. Upright Rows

For this workout you will need dumbbells that weigh about 2-to-5 pounds. Stand firmly with your feet shoulder width apart. Start with your palms in front of your thighs and facing you’re your legs. Bend your elbows out to the side; pull weights to about collarbone height and pause for three to four seconds. Lower and repeat.  This workout is meant to target your trapezius and deltoid shoulder muscles

3. Reverse Flies

To perform this workout you will need two dumbbells weighing from 2-to-5 pounds. Stand with your feet six inches apart. Slightly bend your knees and hinge at your hips to bend forward, make sure to have your chest and face facing the floor. Keep your arms hanging down with your palms facing each other. Squeeze your shoulder blades and raise your arms sideways till they are parallel to the floor. Pause for two to three seconds then lower and repeat.

The best part about these workouts is that they can be performed at almost any time of day and almost anywhere. Once you have gained some strength, consider increasing weights or sets and reps as to further alleviate your neck pain.

7 Reasons You Should Quit Facebook in 2015

Ten years ago Facebook was just cresting as the cool new social media site that helped you keep in touch with the people you didn’t actually like in high school. We fed it our thoughts and feelings, shared our meals and locations and our top ten movie lists, kept it up-to-date on our relationship status, political views, favorite links, and personal information — all in the name of staying connected, and all without a thought to our security. But with a decade of questions regarding how Facebook makes money now answered, and a general understanding of how sharing information online can be dangerous (while the platform constantly updates its security protocol), we continue to use it anyway, even though many of us are just checking in as ritual and have threatened our exit from Facebook for years.Of course, screen time in moderation is, for the most part, perfectly acceptable, and social media can offer a few genuinely beneficial uses. But before you log in or tap that app on your smartphone again, here are a few reasons to quit Facebook in 2015.

It Wastes Your TimeIt’s estimated that the average casual user (17 minutes per day on Facebook) who has been active on the site for 10 years has wasted upwards of 40 entire days of their lives scrolling and liking and commenting on pictures and posts. And more engaged users, who spend at least an hour a day on the site, have clocked 150 days feeding the Facebook beast during the same time. Think about how long you spend on the site each day, and what else could be a more productive use of your time.

Facebook Uses You to Sell Stuff…In 2012, the site manipulated posts from 689,000 accounts without consent in an experiment that examined whether or not it could affect your emotions by making a few edits on your page. The study was done, according to Facebook, to “improve our services and to make the content people see on Facebook as relevant and engaging as possible.” Skeptics think it was really used to discover the monetary benefit of a Like. COO Sheryl Sandberg later apologized, adding that they “never meant to upset you.”
And Targets You with AdvertisementsOne time you wanted to buy a thing, and then you searched for that thing, and six months later Facebook is still reminding you that you should think about buying that thing, even if you already bought the thing. Yes, most sites do this thanks to embedded cookies, but only Facebook seamlessly posts these ads in your timeline with enough regularity that you can only assume your friend has an odd obsession with the latest Norelco razor.
It’s Bad for Your HealthFacebook isn’t just a harmless website dedicated to cataloging your vacations, poor wardrobe choices, and myopic thoughts on sporting events (which can both define or destroy relationships), it can actually do you harm. Studies hint that it can impact your immune system and inhibit the release of growth hormones, impair digestion and vision, limit thinking and kill creativity, and affect sleep patterns and happiness.
“Who Are These People, Anyway?”The average adult has 338 friends on Facebook and probably doesn’t know more than 10 percent of them anymore, or at all. Many of them likely have new lives, some have new last names, new passions, new facial hair, and new humans they’re now responsible for keeping alive (read: babies). These are not the friends you knew, and semi-casually keeping up with them is a waste of time that could be better spent with new, real friends. Or on Twitter.
“But I Don’t Care About Privacy”Fair. That’s your right. But the problem is that we’re setting precedent for the future without yet understanding how it will affect the free and open Web, and simultaneously creating an internet that relies on you having a Facebook account to access sites that are not Facebook. As one of nearly 1.2 billion users to date, odds are decent that your account won’t be hacked by someone with ill-will toward your family. That doesn’t mean that permitting easy access to your information goes without consequence, both immediately and decades from now.

Nothing You Post Actually MattersVery few people care what you’re doing, whom you’re with, where you’re eating, or what you just bought, and the people who do were probably right next to you when you did it. We all saw that funny Ice Bucket Challenge video, and if we didn’t see it, it’s fine. We’re all fine. You’ll sleep well without knowing which childhood toys you owned are now worth a fortune, and you will absolutely “believe what happened next” on Upworthy, because someone took time to write about it. These articles only exist because you share them on Facebook, and you only share them because they exist. So, instead, just invite a friend over to talk about how much you both lovedSave By the Bell. The internet can only take so much nostalgia.

10 Ways to Save Tons of Cash When You Travel in 2015

OK, so 2015 is here. Maybe you made resolutions — eat more bacon, quit smoking, whatever — but traveling more is one you can definitely keep. Most people don’t because they think they’re too busy, or it’s too expensive. Well, what if I told you saving money when you travel is simple? In fact, traveling on a budget is easier than ever — and I’ve made a living out of doing it. Here are 10 ways you can save money when you travel this year.

1. Use the sharing economy

Back in the day, you had to book flights at the airport, find hotels in the yellow pages, and plan everything weeks, if not months, in advance. Thankfully, it’s not 1987 anymore. The sharing economy gives you options — and competition means savings. While many sharing economy websites have existed for years, they keep growing all the time — Airbnb had 550,000 listings in 2013, and now it has more than a million! Put the sharing economy to work for just about anything, from your transportation, to guided tours, meals, and where you sleep. Some favorites include:

Airbnb

EatWith

Vayable

BlaBlaCar

Kangaride

Colunching

Camp in My Garden

Guided by a Local

2. Stay for free

World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF) has a long name and a weird acronym, but it sets travelers up with room and board in exchange for work on a farm. Is farming for everyone? No. But it doesn’t always involve milking cows – most of the time it’s just cleaning duty. Being part of a community and doing something constructive will add to your experience, too. If you’re thinking about going to Australia and New Zealand, WWOOF has tons of options — but it also reaches into Europe and South America as well.

Even if you’re not into farm work, other hospitality networks connect travelers with locals who will let them stay for FREE. Aside from a place to stay, you also get to meet people and see what living in that place is really like, which you don’t get in a hotel. These services aren’t just for young solo travelers, either — you’ll find people of all ages willing to host couples and families, too. Recommended sites include:

Couchsurfing

Servas

Be Welcome

3. Fly on new budget airlines

OK, so gas is at its cheapest price in five years. But guess what? Regular airlines aren’t lowering their fares. If anything, they’re squeezing in more seats to make more money. Thankfully, a host of budget airlines likeNorwegian Air, WOW, and Air Asia fly cheaply from the US to Europe and Asia. They do the same thing as other carriers — getting you between continents — just at lower costs, and with no frills. Norwegian Air flies from both US coasts to Europe for as little as $150 one way, and from Europe to Asia for as little as $200 one way. In Asia, Air Asia has flights for $20 one-way around the region and $150 one-way onward to Australia.

4. Finally spend your points and miles

OK, so it’s kinda wonky, but chances are you’ve got airline miles sitting around somewhere. Now’s the time to cash them in. While travel loyalty programs have gotten more restrictive, it’s also pretty easy to get a big miles bump: A number of travel-branded credit cards offer sign-up bonuses as high as 50,000 points, which can equal a round trip to Europe. Shopping portals often give bonuses for every dollar you spend, and loyalty programs constantly offer promotions and deals. Travel hacking (the use of points and miles for free travel) has become more widespread and has made it easier to get points. Sites like FlyerTalk and/r/churning can guide you through the best ways to use your miles.

5. Visit cheap countries

This is a no-brainer. A weekend at a four-star hotel in Paris is gonna cost you more than the same trip to, say, Lisbon. Take advantage of countries with great exchange rates or down economies. Greece is still Greece (re: bad economy), and Japan, Russia, Australia, and India have all seen their currencies drop compared to the dollar, making them WAY more affordable. While the prices in these places haven’t fallen, they have become cheaper thanks to the fall in currencies.

6. Buy tourism cards

City tourism cards get you into many attractions for one price, and stretch your sightseeing dollars. Typically, a pass costs as much as two or three museum entrances, but includes access to dozens of attractions. I’ve saved more than $100 in London by using them, $80 in Paris, and $30 in Oslo. Best of all, you can get them at the local tourism office and, as an added bonus, they come with free public transportation.

As an example, say you go to London for three days. The London Pass costs $122 (£81). If you combine the cost for seeing the Globe Theatre, Westminster Abbey, Windsor Castle, and The Tower of London, andan Oyster card (for the Tube), you’ve already got it paid for.

7. Stop paying bank fees

There’s no reason to spend $3 every time you take out cash, or to pay 3% when you buy stuff abroad. You know, unless you like wasting money. Get a no-fee debit card and credit card. The Charles Schwab ATM card reimburses all ATM fees, and the Capital One Venture credit card doesn’t charge foreign transaction fees. You can sign up for those online — but check with your local bank to see if it offers any no-fee cards, too

8. Use last-minute deal apps for flights and hotels

Travel-related apps are revolutionizing how people book, and how much they’re paying. App stores are awash with tools that will save you on flights (On the Fly), hotels, (HotelTonight), and airport lounges (Loungebuddy). But they’ll also show you what credits airlines offer for delays (Air Help), and how to manage your points and miles (TPG to Go).

9. Book cheap cruises and tours

It might seem risky, but book cruises and group tours at the last minute when cruise companies desperately try to fill unsold spots. By waiting until within a few weeks of departure, you can get upwards of 50% off the list price. With cruises, you can also find deals if you book a year in advance when companies sell the cheapest cabins. Try usingCruise Sheet for cruises, and for tours, look at the last minute specials of your preferred tour operator (mine is Intrepid Travel).

10. Take a road trip

For the first time in five years, it costs less than $3 for a gallon of gas — even in places like Los Angeles. Now’s the time to hit the road and see your country. You don’t have to go overseas to experience something amazing — and to put my money where my writing is, I’m spending the next four monthsdriving across the US on an epic budget travel book tour!

Finding travel deals is easier than ever. And because so much has developed in just a few years, I’ve updated and expanded my book, How to Travel the World on $50 a Day, with 100 new pages of content. While travel changes at a lightning pace, that change has made it cheaper, better, and more longer-lasting than ever. Don’t wait until next year to go to the places you’ve always wanted to go.

Eating Habits From Around The World Put America’s Eating Habits to Shame (Shocking Photos)

This collection of photos is truly eye-opening. Taken by Peter Menzel and Faith D’Aluision for their bookHungry Planet: What the World Eats, the photos are of families from around the world with a week’s worth of food purchases. On a daily basis, you might never really take stock of what you are eating, but when an entire week of meals is gathered up, the results can be shocking.

Processed Foods are World Foods

North Carolina, USA

The thing that probably stands out most about these pictures is the packaging. The families from North Carolina, California, and Texas, of course, eat the typical American diet, full of overly processed foods, but they are not alone. European families from Britain, Germany, France, and Italy appear to eat no better.

Britain

Yet, more distant countries like Australia, Japan, and China have also not escaped the evils of a processed diet. It seems that almost everywhere cheaper, more convenient, chemically processed foods have taken over from fresh, whole ingredients. One of the big reasons we face growing obesity, cancer, diabetes, and heart disease rates becomes clear pretty quickly.

Japan

Where is the Produce?

Almost every family has a few vegetables on their table, but in some photos you really have to look between the bottles of Pepsi, fast-food containers, and bags of cookies to find them. Very few, if any, families seem to be following a diet that would be consistent with what a nutritionist might consider healthy.

California, USA

Obviously, these families aren’t representative of all families in the US, or Europe, or wherever, but I think the photos do show that many families still don’t come close to eating enough fruits and vegetables. The idea that a good diet consists of meat, grains, and a small serving of vegetables on the side is still very much alive today.

Even worse, that idea of health seems to be spreading. When you are in a circle of people who are health conscious, who read about the benefits of fruits and vegetables and of living a healthy lifestyle, it’s easy to forget that’s not really the norm. That’s not the idea that’s being spread across the world.

I find this image of Mexico particularly haunting. You can see that they still eat a lot of produce in the front, and then in the back behind everything there’s just this ominous line of twelve 2-litre Coco-Cola bottles. Is that the diet America is exporting to the rest of the world? It’s sad to see.

Mexico

So Many Sugary Beverages

It’s not just Mexico, however, that is drinking too much sugar. In almost every photo you can find Pepsi or Coke hiding somewhere. Or if not pop specifically, then all kinds of fruit cocktails and similarly sugar-laden drinks. The amount of added sugar families are drinking around the world is terrifying.

Of course, it’s well-known that sugar causes all sorts of health problems related to diabetes, obesity, and cancer, but that bit of knowledge has not been as well advertised as Coco-Cola.

So Much Bread

You can find at least a few loaves of white bread in almost every family photo. It is clear that around the world, simple carbohydrates are still some of the most popular food staples. Many of the American families eat chips and pizza weekly. Many Europeans seem to eat a loaf of white bread every day.

Italy

Again, though health-conscious people are growingly aware that complex carbs are far better for your health, that knowledge has clearly not spread.

Do Poorer Countries Have Better Nutrition?

Perhaps what is most striking about these photos is that the American ones almost make me sadder than those taken in less developed parts of the world.

Mali

Looking at the families in Chad, Mali, Ecuador, and Guatemala they certainly have less to eat, but it’s also free of added sugars, preservatives, and dyes. It consists of more raw, whole ingredients.

Guatemala

There’s no doubt that living in a country where people go hungry every day is a terrible thing, and that living in a country like America is a privilege and a luxury. But it’s even sadder that that privilege is so often squandered. That we live in a country of abundance and yet, manage to feed our families some of the worst, unhealthiest types of foods.

Money, Food, and the World

Looking at the families around the world, the role of money becomes obvious. Eating a diet full of fresh, organic produce and complex carbs is still too costly for many families. Processed and packaged foods are still considered to be cheap and convenient by a large majority, with their health risks being ignored, downplayed, or unknown.  

Which highlights the related problem of education. Big corporations like Pepsi and Coke can easily spread their message with million dollar advertising campaigns, while the message of better health and nutrition gets lost. Unfortunately, spreading that message is probably the best way to ever bring down the cost of healthy alternatives.

How to Clear Your Sinuses with Your Tongue and Your Thumb in 20 Seconds Plus 4 Home Remedies For Sinus Infection

A sinus infection is the most annoying and uncomfortable feeling. Unfortunately, sinus infections are very common; it affects around 37 million Americans a year. Sinus infections are an inflammation of the lining in the sinus cavities. Sinusitis can be caused by colds, flu, bacteria or allergies. Fortunately, you don’t have to over-medicate yourself with conventional drugs, there are many natural and effective remedies for a sinus infection.

The Top 4 DIY Home Remedies for Sinus Infection

1. Apple Cider Vinegar – Apple cider vinegar is a hailed sinus infection treatment. Being just one of many apple cider vinegar uses, countless individuals attest to the effectiveness of apple cider vinegar against a multitude of health conditions, including sinus infection. One of the most powerful ways to use ACV is to mix 8oz of warm water with 2 tbsp of ACV and 1 tbsp of honey. The sinus infection could vanish within just a few days. Another option when taking apple cider vinegar is to simply take 1 tablespoon 3 times daily, whether diluted to ingest throughout the day or made to ingest quickly. Lastly, you can also try steaming with apple cider vinegar; mix ~1/2 cup of ACV with 1/2 of water, heat it on the stove, and inhale the steam with mouth and eyes closed. I recommend using organic ACV over non-organic.
2. Turmeric – Thanks to a powerful compound found in turmeric known as curcumin, turmeric possesses powerful health benefits. Among the health benefits of turmeric is the spice’s ability to treat sinus infection. Curcumin helps to heal the sinus cavity and clear the airways. Since sinus infections are caused by nasal inflammation, and turmeric possesses anti-inflammatory properties, the spice can be seen as one of the existing natural cures for sinus infection.
3. Nasal Saline Rinse – While the above remedies may suffice, a nasal saline rinse is also a very popular sinus infection treatment to store in your home remedies memory bank. For the mixture, you could try mixing ~1/4 teaspoon of sea salt or pickling salt with a pinch of baking soda and a cap-full of food-grade hydrogen peroxide in 1 cup of warm water or simply use sea salt/pickling salt and warm water. If you have never done a nasal irrigation, or saline rinse before, ask someone who has for assistance or try following detailed directions. It may not be the most comfortable of solutions, but a nasal saline rinse seems to continuously be passed down as one of the more effective home remedies for sinus infection.

4. Oregano Oil – While it may not be the most accessible of the home remedies for sinus infection, oregano oil can be an effective sinus infection treatment. Not only could you simply ingest the oregano oil, but the oil can also be steamed and inhaled over a stove (with eyes closed). In addition to being a potential treatment for sinus infection, oregano oil benefits may also help to improve digestion, aid in fighting infections, and improve biological function – especially in the liver and colon.

In addition to the above home remedies for sinus infection treatment, you could try utilizing some of these options.
-Elevate your head while sleeping.
-Apply warm compresses to your face multiple times daily for 5 minutes each.
-Vitamin C is an excellent immune booster, and can help to fend off sinus infections. Try taking up to 1000 mg of vitamin C 1-3 times daily.
-Drink got liquids to help moisturize your mucous membranes and to help wash away mucus out of your sinuses more quickly.
-Clean your house and especially your bedroom. Using a HEPA filter air purifier will also be beneficial.

How to Clear Your Sinuses with Your Tongue and Your Thumb in 20 Seconds

Push your tongue against the top of your mouth and place a finger between your eyebrows and apply pressure. Hold it for about 20 seconds and your sinuses will begin to drain.

According to Lisa DeStefano, D.O., an assistant professor at the Michigan State University college of osteopathic medicine, this causes the vomer bone, which runs through the nasal passages to the mouth, to rock back and forth, says The motion loosens congestion; after 20 seconds, you’ll feel your sinuses start to drain.

谁是前世埋你的那个人

前世是谁埋了我？但愿是我最爱的人！

前世我又埋了谁？但愿是最爱我的人！

前世谁又给了我衣衫？但愿是爱我的人！

前世我给了谁衣衫？但愿是我爱的人！

——题记

　
　　从前有个书生，和未婚妻约好在某年某月某日结婚。到那一天，未婚妻却嫁给了别人。
　　
　　书生受此打击, 一病不起。这时，路过一游方僧人，从怀里摸出一面镜子叫书生看。书生看到茫茫大海，一名遇害的女子一丝不挂地躺在海滩上。路过一人, 看一眼，摇摇头，走了。又路过一人，将衣服脱下，给女尸盖上，走了。再路过一人,过去，挖个坑，小心翼翼把尸体掩埋了。
　　
　　僧人解释道, 那具海滩上的女尸，就是你未婚妻的前世。你是第二个路过的人，曾给过他一件衣服。她今生和你相恋，只为还你一个情。但是她最终要报答一生一世的人，是最后那个把她掩埋的人，那人就是他现在的丈夫。
　　
　　书生大悟，病愈。
　　
　　佛曾教我们，“百年修得同船度,千年修得共枕眠”。
　　
　　就为了这句话 ，多少人拽着将逝去的爱不肯放手，痛不欲生，多少人守着心底那段曾经不能释怀，漠然度日。谁都不是谁的谁，谁都好难成为谁的谁。正在为逝去的爱在痛里为难自己的人们，放过自己吧 ，前世你一件衫的恩，今生他（她）已报，收拾心情，继续上路吧，不要错过了前世埋你的人。
　　
　　人问佛：谁是前世埋我的人？
　　佛笑着答道：前世已定，自会遇到。
　　
　　相爱的人们，当你们拥抱的时候，请珍惜吧。你要知道，也许她（他）就是前世埋你的人。 　　
　　佛说因果：
　　
　　今生的妻子，前世你埋的人；来还未报的恩。
　　
　　今生的儿子，前世你的债主；来追未还的债。
　　
　　今生的女儿，前世你的情人；来了未了的情。
　　
　　今生的情人，是前世的夫妻 ；来续未尽的缘。
　　
　　今生的红颜，是前世的兄妹；来交未完的心。
　　
　　今世大贵之人，前世的大善之人；来收前世结的德。
　　
　　今世大恶之人，前世的最屈之人；来报前世沉的怨。
　　
　　因果12定数:
　　
　　1、喜欢付出，福报就越来越多。
　　
　　2、喜欢感恩，顺利就越来越多。
　　
　　3、喜欢助人，贵人就越来越多。
　　
　　4、喜欢抱怨，烦恼就越来越多。
　　
　　5、喜欢知足，快乐就越来越多。
　　
　　6、喜欢逃避，失败就越来越多。
　　
　　7、喜欢分享，朋友就越来越多。
　　
　　8、喜欢生气，疾病就越来越多。
　　
　　9、喜欢占便宜，贫穷就越来越多。
　　
　　10、喜欢施财，富贵就越来越多。
　　
　　11、喜欢享福，痛苦就越来越多。
　　
　　12、喜欢学习，智慧就越来越多。

㊙不用水煮鸡蛋，超好吃 谁不学谁后悔！

据说鸡蛋煮着吃才能百分百的保留营养，可是惭愧地说看似简单的白水煮蛋我却一直做不好。不知道大家是否也有同样的烦恼，首先费水，就算只煮一两个也得放半锅水——水总得基本没过鸡蛋吧!而且老煮破，什么水里放盐、煮前先泡都试过，依然破。还费火、费时间、煮出来不好剥皮……真郁闷!

前几天偶尔学到的一个方法，然后用电饭锅煮。试了一下觉得真好!几乎不用水，而且特快，5分钟就能吃上，早上现煮也完全来得及!

需要用到：电饭锅和餐巾纸

把纸铺在锅底，可以铺两层。然后倒一点水进去，把纸浸湿就可以啦，不需要太多哦!

鸡蛋洗干净码进锅里,盖盖、插电、按煮饭键

等电饭锅自己蹦到保温，就行啦!看，纸上的水已经干了，鸡蛋熟啦!

完全不会煮爆，而且非常好剥皮!切开看看……熟了!

从头到尾只用了五六分钟、大概十几毫升水!真好的方法呀!太佩服电视上那个阿姨了!真有生活智慧!
那些纸拿出来放好，还可以重复利用哦!环保环保!