Hobbies and Lifestyle

Working out is a great way to stay healthy and fit. Unfortunately, some of us find it hard to set up a routine and exercise regularly. The main reason for that is not having enough motivation, which often leads to various excuses. The truth is that there are many ways to encourage yourself to train more and cope with this unpleasant situation.   One of the things you should do is find out what kind of workout is the best for you. No matter if it is going to the gym or playing a sport, if you like the activity and feel confident doing it then go for it.   Another great way to get motivated is setting a goal. You can begin with short-term ones and after some time you will get used to it. Challenge yourself every time and be better than before. Remember that the only person you should compare with is your own previous self.   Never forget why you started. The reasons might be different - to lose weight, to strengthen your muscles, to be healthy or somet...

You have probably heard the benefits positive thinking has on us. It helps you cope with stress and tough situations and overall improve your mental health and strengthen your immune system. But this doesn’t happen overnight, it’s an everyday effort to be a positive thinker and turn a bad situation into a good one, especially if you’re more prone to negative thinking. So what can you do to become a more positive thinker? Well, I’m going to show you some methods which you can include in your everyday life.   First - Avoid negative self-talk - it involves the things you mentally tell yourself, how you perform and interact with the world around you. And if it centers on negative thoughts, your self-esteem will suffer. So what can you do to avoid them? One thing is to start noticing when you have these thoughts and actively work to change them. If you notice you’re starting to engage in negative self-talk, start looking for ways to change your thought patterns and adjust your ...

Traveling to a place you have never been to will surely turn out to be an unforgettable experience. However, you should consider a few things before setting off, so that you prevent yourself from facing difficulties.   First of all, you should acknowledge the customs and traditions of the country that you are going to. There are things that are normal to do in some countries, but offensive and rude in others. You should try your best to avoid doing them. Be respectful and understanding! Secondly, do some research about how much money you will need. You can check in the Internet approximately how much the entry for the sites you want to visit cost, how much money you will spend for public transport, food, souvenirs and so on.   Another useful thing will be to check in advance the public transport maps. This way it will be easier for you to travel from one place to another without wasting much time. Moreover, make sure you have all the neede...

Whether it’s your first trip or not you need to know the essentials while packing so you don’t forget something you need, or pack in excess things you’ll have absolutely no use of bringing. Most people tend to leave the packing for 1 or 2 days before the trip and then get all chaotic and just throw things in the bag, but having a structured plan will help you organize your things much better.   1. Choose your main luggage - wherever you’re planning to go you should always think first about what your main luggage is going to be. You need something reliable, something that isn’t too heavy, but big enough to fit all your essentials. And make sure that it’s a quality piece of luggage, the worst thing would be to have a broken handle or zipper.   2. Organize your stuff - if you are planning to do lots of different types of activities you’ll need a significant amount of gear to prepare. One way you could do that is with compression sacks, not only will your suitcase be ...

Going on a first date with someone is as exciting as stressful, especially when it comes to deciding where to go and what to do. Here you can find some ideas to help you choose. 1. Go to a traditional dinner and a movie date Many of you may think it is a cliché and a boring idea, but you can actually have a really great time even on these kinds of dates. Having a dinner together will provide you with the opportunity to get to know each other. This way, by discussing different topics and sharing things, you can easily determine whether you like the person or not. Also, what better way to continue the date than going to the cinema? You can buy tickets for a romantic movie, comedy movie, or whichever genre you both like. Besides, wouldn’t it be cute if the two of you share a box of popcorn together, or hold each other’s hands during the movie? Of course it will be, that’s amazing! 2. Take a long walk in the park Going to the park might be a really enjoyable experienc...

We all listen to music, it’s probably one of the things we can’t live without. For some it’s a way to run from their everyday life, for others it boosts their creativity level, and some use it as medicine. Music is an art, it produces beauty of forms, harmony and expression of emotion, it is a world within itself, and with a language we all understand. Today I’m going to show you some of the benefits that music has on us. 1. Music makes you happier - research has shown that when you listen to music you like, your brain releases dopamine - a “feel-good” neurotransmitter. So next time you’re feeling down and need an emotional boost, just listen to your favorite songs for around 15 minutes. 2. It lowers stress and improves health - feeling stressed? Well, listening to music you enjoy decreases the levels of cortisol in your body, which counteracts the effects of chronic stress. Since stress causes 60% of all our illnesses and disease. A study has shown that people wh...

You certainly have already heard that drinking water is crucial for living a healthy life, but do you know why?   In order to work properly, your cells and organs need enough water. Dehydration can often lead to problems, which you can easily prevent from happening simply by taking your daily dose of this magical liquid. There are many reasons to drink water. In this post you can acknowledge some of the advantages that it has.   1. It makes your skin look better. Whether you have acne, wrinkles, cellulite or your skin is just dry, water can help. Of course, don’t expect the problem to disappear completely and forever, but water will for sure make your skin look better, keeping it hydrated, brighter and smoother.   2. Weight loss.   Drinking more water is essential for loosing weight. It contains no calories and will be an excellent replacement to sweetened juices and fizzy drinks.   3. Water helps boost energ...

We’ve all been bored, and it’s probably one of the most frustrating things in the world. You want to do something, but don’t know what and it drives you crazy at times. So here are some things which you can do to get rid of the boredom.   1. Take a bike ride - bike rides are a great reason to get out of your house and get some exercise in. Not only would it keep you occupied, but it would also help you sleep better and boost your brain power.   2. Visit a museum or art gallery - how many museums or art galleries are there in you town and you haven’t been to a single one of them? Well, next time you’re bored give it a try and you’ll see that it’s actually quite fun and useful. Not to mention the things you could learn, don’t think of it as something which only older people do. As I said, give it a try, it won’t hurt and you’ll discover something which you’ve been missing out on.   3. Clean you closet - you know the closed you’ve been ignorin...

In spite of being a small country, Bulgaria has many landmarks, beautiful sceneries and great cities. Here are some of the lovely places that you can add to your bucket list if you get the chance to travel to this country: 1. Sofia Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria and also the country’s biggest city. It is surrounded by mountains, which form beautiful sceneries in whichever direction you look. There are many things to see there, such as the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the National Art Gallery, the Boyana Church, the National Palace of Culture and so much more - museums, galleries, parks and historic monuments.   2. The Amphitheatre in Plovdiv. This Roman theatre is one of the world’s best-preserved ancient theaters. It was constructed in the 90s of the 1st century AD. The theater can host between 5000 and 7000 spectators and it is currently in use. During the summer months, there are held many theatrical plays and music shows. 3. Tsarev...

If you’ve made a decision that you want to travel more this year, you’ve probably made a plan to start saving for your next trip, too. But how are you going to choose where to go? Budget and time will definitely play a part in the process of picking, and with so many places all over the world you would want to go everywhere. Unfortunately that isn’t always possible for everyone, so here are some tips to help you choose your travel destinations.   Before we start there are some things you should think about, things like whether you prefer to go to the beach or mountain? With family, friends or solo? Budget travel or luxury travel? Adventure or relaxation? Now that you’ve thought about those things let’s get to the main point   Firstly - Be open-minded   If you haven’t heard of a place or don’t know where it is exactly, but you’ve stumbled across cheap prices for flights, hotels, etc. then Google it, find as much as you can for that certain...

Ever happened to you to get up in the morning and just in a flash the day is over? Well, there are such moments in everybody’s life. Moments when you haven’t done all the things you wanted or had to and time is running short. They are extremely stressful and often make people feel like they can’t control their lives. In order to prevent this from happening again you should consider making some minor changes in your daily life.   First of all, it will be absolutely useful if you start writing down all the stuff you have to do for the day. In my point of view the best time to do that is in the morning, shortly after you wake up.   Think of what is important and try to eliminate the things that are just wasting your time. Never overwhelm yourself with too many tasks. You also should determine how much time it will take to get each one of them done. It will be in your favor if you are realistic about it. Give yourself the amount of time, which will be just enough so tha...

Everyone at one point or another has tried to train, go to the gym, eat healthy and overall make a change to their lifestyle and diet. Some people are more persistent, other just don’t have the time or patience or they see results slower than they would like to and quit. Today I’m going to show you 7 foods which are proven to be beneficial while you train to build muscle, to lose fat, or simply to include in your daily diet. 1. Eggs -   they are a great source of protein, one egg contains 6-8 grams of protein depending on it’s size. It’s affordable, great snack and contains plenty of essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids.   2. Lean beef - a great option if you’re looking to put on serious size, and it tastes amazing. It can be a bit expensive, but you will know that it is a quality meat with no added preservatives.   3. Chicken breast - it is one of the most commonly consumed meats worldwide. It is a protein-packed option and it is e...

      If you have finally bought your first DSLR camera but you’re not quite sure how to use it yet, or you are just searching for useful tips to improve your photography skills, you are definitely at the right place!          There is much advice that you can take from web pages that cover such topics and we highly recommend reading as much as possible so that you can gain more knowledge and gradually advance in photography. However, in this article you will be introduced to 5 extremely practical ones, which will not only be beneficial, but also might boost your creativity level. 1. The Rule of Thirds   To use the rule of thirds means to imagine dividing your image into thirds, both horizontally and vertically, so that you have 9 equal parts. Following this composition rule will most certainly make your photo look more naturally and balanced. Moreover, it will help you put an emphasis on the part of the picture th...

The watch has been around for decades and it has evolved quite a lot from spring-driven clocks, to pocketwatches, to how we know it today. It is a timepiece intended to be worn by a person around the wrist and many modern day watches often display the day, date, month and year. Today, most watches in the market are medium-priced, with quartz movements and are used mainly for timekeeping. However, expensive collectable watches often are valued more than for simple timekeeping and have traditional mechanical movements. Many watchmakers use combination of different metals, straps, movements, displays and so forth, so that people can find the perfect one for them. But from so many different variations and functions to choose from one rarely stops at just one or two.   In modern days people use it as an accessory rather than to look at what time it is, but nonetheless many still prefer to know the time by looking at their wristwatch instead of their phone. In my opinion the w...

We are very excited to share with you all the things we are passionate about and we hope you will find them interesting and helpful. You can expect posts on various topics such as hobbies, traveling, everyday lifestyle, training, fitness and much more. This is a new adventure for us and we will give it our all! Be happy and don’t forget to smile! :)